The Medicare GUIDE Program — short for Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience — is a Medicare program designed to support families caring for a loved one with dementia. It provides care coordination, caregiver education, community resources, and up to $2,625 per year in respite funding.
tendercare is one of a small number of approved GUIDE partners in the country.
Is there any cost to participate?
No. The GUIDE Program is free for eligible Medicare beneficiaries and their families. There's no premium, no co-pay, and no out-of-pocket cost. The $2,625 in annual respite funding is in addition to your regular Medicare benefits.
What does the program provide?
Up to $2,625 per year in respite care funding
24/7 access to a support helpline
A personalized care plan
Care coordination between doctors and specialists
Caregiver education on dementia care and fall prevention
Connections to community resources
Regular check-ins and care plan updates
A comprehensive in-home assessment of clinical, behavioral, and psychosocial needs
See What the GUIDE Program provides for the full details.
How does tendercare help?
tendercare guides you through every step, from checking eligibility to completing enrollment and beyond. As one of a small number of approved GUIDE partners in the country, we know the process, the paperwork, and how to make this as easy as possible for your family.
How do I get started?
Complete our simple eligibility check at trytendercare.com/guide. It takes just a few minutes. From there, our team will reach out to schedule a consultation and walk you through the rest.
See Am I eligible for the GUIDE Program? and How to enroll in the GUIDE Program for more.