CareCircle Resource Library

Trusted guides, checklists, and programs to help you navigate care with confidence.

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Caregiver Support and Respite

AARP Maryland Caregiver Guide

Source: AARP

Practical guide for family caregivers in Maryland.

Maryland Department of Aging Caregiver Resources

Source: Maryland Dept. of Aging

State programs and support for caregivers.

Maryland Access Point

Source: Maryland Access Point

Directory of aging and disability services.

ARCH National Respite Network

Source: ARCH

Respite care options and caregiver wellness resources.

Aging Safely at Home

AARP Home Safety Checklist

Source: AARP

Room-by-room checklist to make homes safer for older adults.

CDC Fall Prevention Tips

Source: CDC

Evidence-based tips to prevent falls at home.

National Institute on Aging: Aging in Place

Source: NIA

Resources for living independently as you age.

CDC STEADI Fall Prevention

Source: CDC

Clinical fall prevention toolkit and resources.

Maryland Disability and DDA Services

Maryland DDA Overview

Source: Maryland DDA

Introduction to Developmental Disabilities Administration services.

DDA Eligibility and Application

Source: Maryland DDA

How to apply for DDA services in Maryland.

Self-Directed Services

Source: Maryland DDA

Guide to self-directing your DDA services.

DDA Provider Directory

Source: Maryland DDA

Find DDA service providers near you.

Hospital Discharge and Care Transitions

Medicare Discharge Planning Checklist

Source: Medicare.gov

Step-by-step checklist for leaving the hospital.

AHRQ After-Hospital Care Guide

Source: AHRQ

Guide to managing care after a hospital stay.

Maryland Care Transitions Resources

Source: Maryland Dept. of Health

State resources for smooth care transitions.

Health Advocacy and Planning Ahead

National Patient Advocate Foundation

Source: NPAF

Help navigating insurance and access to care.

Maryland Advance Directives

Source: MD Attorney General

Forms and guidance for advance care planning.

NIA Advance Care Planning

Source: NIA

How to plan for future health care decisions.

Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman

Source: MD Dept. of Aging

Advocacy for long-term care residents.

Hospice and Palliative Care Network of Maryland

Source: HPCNM

Palliative and hospice resources in Maryland.

GriefShare

Source: GriefShare

Grief support groups and resources.

Housing, Food, and Community Support

Maryland Hunger Solutions

Source: Maryland Hunger Solutions

Food assistance for older adults.

The Coordinating Center

Source: The Coordinating Center

Home and community-based services coordination.

Bridges to Housing Stability

Source: Bridges

Community housing resources and support.