Considering long-term care options for a loved one is a major transition, and as such, raises a lot of questions and concerns. Our team is always available to provide the answers and resources you need to help you make the best decision for your particular situation. We have compiled the list below of some of the most commonly asked questions we receive, along with their corresponding answers.
CareSift is a free long-term care navigation service. CareSift works with seniors and their families to find appropriate long-term care or respite options that are tailored to their individual needs and budgets. Founded by health care professionals and social workers, it is a one-stop shop for families and other caregivers looking for long-term care options for their loved ones. CareSift takes a uniquely personalized approach to match seniors with care providers and helps the provider selection process and the transition to care go smoothly from first visit to the final paperwork.
CareSift operates exclusively in Hawaii.
CareSift is paid and supported by the care providers in our network, which is why our service is provided to seniors, their family, and those in need of care at no charge.
CareSift works with seniors and their families to find appropriate long-term care options that are tailored to their individual needs and budgets. CareSift advocates provide one-on-one support throughout the care selection process.
CareSift advocates do more than just help find care; they support seniors before, during, and after the senior transitions to care in order to help guide and prepare those in need of care. CareSift advocates also gather feedback from our seniors to better understand their needs so that we can advocate for our seniors in situations where they need more support.
CareSift works with a large network of providers across the Hawaiian Islands. CareSift helps educate those in need of care by assisting with the following types of providers: Adult Day Care Programs, Home Care, Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, Continuing Care Retirement Communities, Adult Residential Care Homes, Community Care Foster Family Homes, and Skilled Nursing Facilities.
If you have any questions about additional types of care, please contact us. We are more than happy to assist you.
CareSift services are free to seniors, their family, and anyone in need of care. We understand that the cost of care in Hawaii can be overwhelming. We want you to know that we are here to help support you in researching options and costs for care so that you can make informed decisions and hopefully save money for future needs so that you can sustain the cost of care now and in the future.
CareSift is paid and supported by the care providers in our network. This is why our service is provided at no costs to seniors, their family, and those in need of care. CareSift is here to educate you about options and availability so that you can make sound decisions for your loved ones.
CareSift is a purpose built and purpose driven organization. CareSift was created due to the need we found in the community. While working in healthcare, we found that seniors and those in need of care were facing many barriers and struggling to make informed decision when researching long-term care options in Hawaii.
CareSift was created to help fill this gap supporting seniors, their family, and those in need of care. Our vision is to have a planet where our most vulnerable seniors are safe, comfortable, and well cared for.
CareSift does not recommend any specific care provider, facility, or community. CareSift is here to support and advocate for you. We are not affiliated with any of the care providers, facilities, or communities. We are here to help you maximize your knowledge and understanding of the various licensed care providers so that you can make sound informed decisions for your loved ones to help improve their quality of life.
Yes. You are in control when you work with CareSift. We are here to help educate you about the various licensed care providers, however we cannot make any decision for you or your loved ones. We are here to help support you through the process and help when problems arise. We want you to make informed decisions on whether or not your loved one needs care, and which care provider is the right fit for your loved one’s needs.
A compassionate individual trained by CareSift, who chooses to help seniors and those in need of care. Senior advocates are purpose driven and their professional purpose is to improve the quality of life for seniors in our community, and to ease the burden on family and health care professionals needing to find safe senior care for them.
These professional individuals will work with you one-on-one, supporting your senior navigation needs, as long as you need them.