What Is the Medicare GUIDE Program?
The Medicare GUIDE Model is an 8-year pilot program for individuals enrolled in Traditional Medicare Parts A & B (not Medicare Advantage). It offers comprehensive, no-cost support for people living with dementia and their unpaid caregivers.
GUIDE provides:
- • Funding for non-medical respite care so caregivers can take a break
- • A dedicated dementia care navigator and interdisciplinary care team
- • 24/7 caregiver helpline, education, and support resources
The goals of the GUIDE Program are to:
- • Help individuals with dementia remain safely at home
- • Delay or prevent nursing home placement
- • Reduce avoidable emergency room and hospital visits
Greenstaff Homecare’s Role
Greenstaff Homecare is a participating provider in the Medicare GUIDE Program. We complete the initial eligibility assessment and guide families through the process of accessing benefits.
Our role is not to add work or complexity — it’s to support families and community partners by:
- Assessing eligibility for GUIDE benefits
- Connecting families to appropriate services and care resources
- Providing ongoing guidance and navigation throughout the journey
By partnering with Greenstaff Homecare, families receive compassionate, knowledgeable support every step of the way.
Who May Qualify?
Families may be eligible for the GUIDE Program if:
The individual has Traditional Medicare Parts A & B, and
There is a diagnosis of dementia — or a need for an assessment to confirm eligibility
Our team offers a personalized and streamlined assessment to determine eligibility quickly and easily
Why This Matters
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming. Families often face emotional stress, burnout, and uncertainty about where to turn for help.
The GUIDE Program helps ease that burden by providing education, care coordination, and respite support — allowing caregivers to rest, recharge, and continue providing quality care.
At Greenstaff Homecare, we are proud to bring this valuable program to our communities and help families access the support they deserve.
How to Get Started
If you are a family member, caregiver, or healthcare professional who would like to learn more or refer someone to the GUIDE Program, we are here to help.
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