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Helpful articles, guides, and tools to support caregivers, families, and host home providers on their care journey.

Host Home Guide Host Homes

How to Become a BKS Village Host Home Provider

Step-by-step walkthrough of the application, training, and approval process for becoming a certified host home.

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Family Planning For Families

5 Signs Your Family Needs Respite Care Right Now

Caregiver burnout is real. Learn the warning signs and how to take action before exhaustion sets in.

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Health Wellness Health & Wellness

Memory Care at Home: Practical Tips for Dementia Caregivers

Evidence-based strategies to create a safe, calming environment for loved ones with Alzheimer's or dementia.

10 min read
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Legal Financial Legal & Financial

Understanding Medicaid Waiver Programs for Respite Care

A plain-language breakdown of how Medicaid waivers work and how to apply for funding assistance.

7 min read
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Caregiver Self Care Caregiver Tips

Caregiver Self-Care: Why Taking a Break Makes You a Better Caregiver

Research shows that rested caregivers provide better care. Here's how to prioritize yourself without guilt.

6 min read
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Children Care For Families

Respite Care for Children with Special Needs: A Parent's Guide

Everything parents need to know about finding safe, nurturing short-term care for children with disabilities.

9 min read
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Helpful Tools & Checklists

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Host Home Checklist

Everything you need to prepare your home for certification.

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Care Plan Template

A fillable template to document your loved one's care needs.

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Caregiver Burnout Quiz

Assess your stress level and get personalized recommendations.

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Medicaid Waiver Guide

State-by-state guide to respite care funding programs.

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