Resources
Resources for Families and Caregivers
Whether you’re navigating home health care for the first time or looking for ongoing support, our resource hub provides the tools, information, and inspirational patient stories you need.
Blog Roll: Insights and Stories from the Tendercare Team
Stay up to date with the latest articles from our blog. We cover a range of topics, from patient care to advocacy efforts, to ensure you have access to the best information and support.
2026 Waiver Updates for Indiana Medicaid Families
Indiana FSSA has announced changes for 2026 Medicaid Waivers and Services. We’ve provided a video and blog breakdown of upcoming changes.
Helping Our Families Through SNAP Uncertainty
Find Indiana food banks, pantries, and support resources for families impacted by the November SNAP benefit pause. Local help and guidance are available.
Every Child is Worthy of Love: Israel’s Story
Meet Israel, a 14-year-old with Spina Bifida whose family founded Lost Sparrows. Learn how faith, love, and home care helped him thrive.
Progress, Not Perfection: Mila’s Story
Success for medically complex individuals isn’t defined by traditional milestones. It’s found in the small, meaningful moments that often go unseen — the progress, the
Getting Ready to Go Home: Checklist for NICU Discharge
Preparing for your child’s transition from hospital to home involves careful planning and coordination. Use this checklist to ensure that you’ve covered all essential steps and questions to make the homecoming as smooth as possible.
Navigating the Transition to Adulthood for Medically Complex Youth
Transition is defined as “the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.” When you think about your life’s trajectory,
Why the “Mortar” Matters in Home Care
https://youtu.be/p6rhD5cLyko Our Director of Advocacy & Community Relations, Darcy, has a gift for telling stories that stick with you. Recently, she shared one that perfectly
Summer Series Recap: Building Community, One Meetup at a Time
This summer, Tendercare launched our community Summer Series which featured three special meetups designed to bring together our patients, caregivers, and the Tendercare team in
Proposed Waiver Changes – December 2025
Darcy Tower, our Director of Advocacy & Community Relations, has created a video and an easy-to-understand breakdown of the proposed waiver changes for December 2025.
Waiver Updates – July 2025
There are many Waiver updates taking place NOW in Indiana. Darcy Tower, our Director of Advocacy & Community Relations, has created a video and written
Practical Resources and Tools
These downloadable guides provide helpful tips for everyday caregiving tasks, insights into navigating insurance, and advice on managing complex medical needs at home.
A comprehensive guide with tips on how to manage the responsibilities of caregiving while taking care of your own well-being.
Learn about Tendercare’s contracted payors and how to navigate your insurance options.
See your roadmap in six steps to starting your journey with a home health agency.
A helpful checklist to assist family caregivers with daily tasks such as medication management, personal care, and home safety.
Features key advocacy resources, information on getting involved with early intervention, and how to navigate health care financing.
Community Resources and Partnerships
Tendercare is proud to partner with a variety of community organizations that provide additional support to families and caregivers. These partnerships help connect you to valuable local resources that can make a difference in your caregiving journey.
CHAMP Camp
A summer camp experience for children with respiratory needs, allowing kids to enjoy a fun and inclusive environment while receiving the care they need.
Indiana Association for Home and Hospice Care (IAHHC)
Advocating for better home health care services and policies in Indiana, the IAHHC works to ensure that families have access to quality care.
Indy with Kids
Ensuring children of all abilities and their caregivers have access to and are included in community events.
Have Questions or Need More Information?
Our team is here to provide expert assistance tailored to meet your family’s unique needs. Whether you have questions about caregiving, insurance, or available services, we are just a phone call away.