Articles About Public Health Programs

1. How Medicare Works

   Article - How does Medicare work? What is Medicare? Who qualifies for Medicare? What does Medicare cover?

2. How Medicaid Works

   Article - Learn about Medicaid care, Medicaid eligibility requirements and Medicaid coverage. Find out if Medicaid care is a good option for elderly loved ones.

3. Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance): How It Works

   Article - How Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) Works. Who's eligible for Medicare Part A and what hospital care is covered by Medicare Part A?

4. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance): How It Works

   Article - Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) Medicare Part B is intended to cover doctor bills and outpatient costs. But what does it really cover?

5. Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) Plans: How They Work

   Article - Read our Medicare Part C plans article and find helpful Medicare Part C information at Caring.com.

6. What Is Medicare Part D (Prescription Drug Plan)?

   Article - Medicare Part D (Prescription Drug Plans): Who's eligible for Medicare Part D coverage and how much Part D drug plans cost

7. Medicaid Eligibility

   Article - Medicaid is a federally aided, state-operated program that provides medical care for certain low-income individuals and families who have limited resources. Medicaid eligibility is not tied to Social Security benefits; however, if an individual is receiving social security benefits, a part of those funds will go toward your medical expenses...

8. V.A. Medical Benefits

   Article - Most veterans are eligible for V.A. medical benefits -- with some restrictions. Learn who's eligible, what benefits are provided, and how to apply.

9. Assisted Living Explained: What They Are, What to Expect, How to Pay For One & How to Find an Assisted Living Facility

   Article - Assisted living is a general term used to describe residential facilities that provide care for individuals who cannot live independently, but do not require twenty-four hour skilled nursing care. With so many choices, however, many adult children face dilemmas when it comes time to find assisted living facilities for Mom or Dad...

10. Adult Day Care Explained: What It Is, What to Expect & How to Pay for It

    Article - Adult day care provides a safe and caring setting for adults within a social model program. Programs are structured and designed, often through the development of a personal care plan, to cover the daily individual needs of each participant, including a variety of social and supportive services...

11. Medicaid Explained

    Article - Alternatives to Medicaid are available in some states. Click here for more information.

12. Medicaid Coverage of Nursing Home Care

    Article - Medicaid rules for coverage of nursing home care are complex and vary from state to state. Know the basics of Medicaid coverage of nursing home care.

13. Home Health Care Explained: What It Is, What to Expect, How to Pay For it & How to Find It

    Article - Home health care agencies provide in-home skilled nursing and other home health care services, such as physical and occupational therapy. Home health care agencies are licensed by the state, but must adhere to federal regulations as well.

14. Homecare Explained: What It Is, What to Expect, How to Pay For it & How to Find It

    Article - Homecare, also known as in-home care, is nonmedical care provided in the client's home. It includes custodial care and assistance with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing and providing medication reminders. Homecare workers are professionally trained caregivers who provide companionship...

15. Exploring Options for Home Healthcare

    Article - Home healthcare costs add up fast, and some insurance and other programs won't cover them. Consider other options for paying for home healthcare.

16. How to Use Public Benefit Programs to Help Pay for Adult Daycare

    Article - To help pay for adult daycare for someone with limited income, learn about the variety of public benefit programs that help cover adult daycare.

17. How to Pay for Adult Daycare

    Article - Adult daycare can be a boon to older adults and their caregivers alike. Learn about different options for paying for adult daycare.

18. How to Use Private Insurance to Help Pay for In-Home Care

    Article - To help pay for in-home care, investigate whether your loved one has long-term care insurance or a life insurance policy that can be cashed in.

19. How to Use Private Insurance to Help Pay for Home Healthcare

    Article - Private health insurance may help cover home healthcare for your loved one. Consider two ways insurance might pay for home healthcare.

20. 8 Preventive Screenings Medicare Will Cover

    Article - Medicare covers a considerable amount of preventive medicine, and beginning in 2011 it will cover even more. Medicare Part B covers a number of important screening tests -- as of January 1, 2011, paying 100 percent of the cost -- if the person you're caring for meets certain conditions...

21. Public Pay Options for Stroke Care: Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs)

    Article - Health Maintenance Organizations are prepaid health insurance plans that give complete medical coverage for a fixed premium. Knowing whether an HMO is right for the person in your care requires careful study.

22. How to Hire Urgently Needed In-Home Care

    Article - When someone needs help at home, the ideal solution may be to hire an in-home caregiver. Follow these steps to find a good caregiver who can start right away.