A New Medicare Benefit for Dementia Families
The Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) program provides comprehensive dementia care support to eligible Medicare beneficiaries — at no cost to you.
No cost to you
Covered under Medicare
76 hours of respite care
Per year for caregivers
24/7 clinical support
Around the clock
Stay at home longer
That is the goal
About the Program
What is the GUIDE program?
The Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) program is an eight-year nationwide initiative by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Innovation Center, launched in July 2024. It was created to transform how dementia care is delivered across America — making it more coordinated, more supportive, and more accessible for families.
For the first time, Medicare now covers a comprehensive package of dementia care support services. If your loved one qualifies, these services come at no cost to you under your existing Medicare coverage.
Call us at (832) 612-0472 and we will walk you through everything — eligibility, what to expect, and how to get started.
What You Get
Support for your loved one — and for you
The GUIDE program recognizes that caring for someone with dementia affects the whole family. Here is what eligible participants receive at no cost.
Care Navigation
A dedicated care navigator helps your family find and access local services — meals, transportation, community resources, and more — so you are never figuring it out alone.
Personalized Care Plan
A comprehensive care plan built around your loved one's specific dementia diagnosis, current stage, and individual daily needs.
24/7 Clinical Support
Access to a clinical team around the clock — even at 3am when you are unsure whether to go to the emergency room. Real answers, whenever you need them.
Respite Care
Up to 76 hours of in-home respite care per year covered under Medicare — so the primary family caregiver can rest, recover, and keep giving their best.
Caregiver Education
Practical training and resources on dementia progression, communication strategies, home safety, and how to take care of yourself while caring for others.
Home Safety Assessment
An in-home visit to identify risks and put measures in place that help your loved one remain safely at home for as long as possible.
Eligibility
Does your loved one qualify?
The GUIDE program is available to individuals who meet the following criteria. Not sure whether your loved one qualifies? Call us and we will help you find out.
- Has a confirmed dementia diagnosis (such as Alzheimer's disease) from a clinician
- Is enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B, with Medicare as the primary payer
- Is not enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan or PACE program
- Has not elected the Medicare hospice benefit
- Is not a permanent long-term resident of a nursing facility
Eligibility is determined by Medicare. Participation is voluntary.
Why It Matters
The impact on families
More than 6.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease today. Family caregivers often carry an enormous burden — emotional, physical, and financial — with little structured support.
The GUIDE program changes that. It brings together medical, behavioral, and social supports under one coordinated program so families are not navigating this journey alone.
We are here to help you every step of the way
At Life Foundation Home Care, we work with families to understand the program, determine eligibility, and get connected to these services. You do not need to figure this out on your own. Call us and we will guide you.
Call (832) 612-0472Getting Started
Simple steps to access GUIDE
We handle the process so you can focus on your loved one.
Call Us
Reach out to our team. We will explain the program, answer your questions, and help determine if your loved one may be eligible.
We Guide You
We walk your family through the process step by step — from understanding eligibility to getting connected with the right clinical services.
Eligibility Confirmed
Medicare verifies eligibility. We stay with you through this process so nothing falls through the cracks.
Support Begins
Once enrolled, your family gains access to the full GUIDE program — care navigation, 24/7 support, respite care, and more.
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
Life Foundation Home Care works in partnership with a GUIDE Participant to help connect eligible clients with the GUIDE program. Clinical GUIDE services are delivered by our partner organization. Eligibility is determined by Medicare.
Find out if your loved one qualifies
Call us today. We will explain the program, check eligibility, and handle the process so you don’t have to.
