Many Americans hope to spend their old age at home, rather than moving into a care facility. When the time comes, they rely on the more than 2 million home health aides who provide day-to-day support.

Respite care provides live-in caregivers a break. Family and friends can help, but we explain how to find professional respite services for extended or day care.

You need a home health aide to help care for you while you recover. The home health agency providing your care is Medicare-approved or Medicare-certified.