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We want the best care for our elderly parents, but where do you go for help? What government agency do you contact? What services does the state of California provide? Leah Vickers shares her knowledge, tips, and tricks to navigate the many caregiving and assistance programs available to the aging. This no-nonsense quick reference guide provides 27 websites and lots of helpful tips & tricks that will jumpstart your search for getting government assistance in California. Included in this quick guide: Medi-Cal websites, information, & tips IHSS, In-home Supportive Services websites, information & tips Provider/Caregiver Requirements WPCS, Waiver Personal Care Services website, information, & tips Ways to Entertain the Elderly US Department of Veterans Affairs websites, information, & tips Hospice and Palliative Care Services websites & information Long Term Care website and information Senior Center & Adult Care websites, information, & tips Caregiving tips & tricks Planning Ahead websites & information And more! Vickers hopes that during this difficult time, you can spend a little less time being frustrated with the process of finding and managing care, and more time with your loved ones. In honor of Vicker’s mother all proceeds will be donated to the Dementia Society of America.