{"id":968,"date":"2026-04-01T22:00:41","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T22:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qualicare.com\/greater-austin-tx\/?page_id=968"},"modified":"2026-10-14T10:26:25","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T10:26:25","slug":"guide-dementia-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/qualicare.com\/greater-austin-tx\/guide-dementia-program\/","title":{"rendered":"GUIDE Dementia Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n<meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\n<title>Medicare GUIDE Dementia Support in Austin | Qualicare Home Care<\/title>\n<link href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Open+Sans:wght@300;400;600;700&amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n<style>\n  *, *::before, *::after { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n\n  :root {\n    --yale-blue: #1B5187;\n    --dark-blue: #0A3F6B;\n    --cta-blue: #0A4F7C;\n    --ironman-red: #AB0002;\n    --cerulean: #9CCFF0;\n    --pale-gold: 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They need a clinical team to coordinate the care plan, and they need reliable support at home so the plan works in daily life. The Medicare GUIDE model is designed to connect those pieces.<\/p>\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"qc-cta w-button\" data-toggle=\"modal\" data-target=\"#des_2020_talk_popup\">Talk to a Care Expert Today<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"qc-hero__image\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/qualicare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/iStock-1307432596.jpg\" alt=\"Compassionate home care for a loved one with dementia\">\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- ===== LOCAL INTRO + WHAT THE GUIDE MODEL PROVIDES ===== -->\n<section class=\"qc-what\" aria-labelledby=\"what-h2\">\n  <div class=\"qc-container\">\n\n    <div class=\"qc-container--narrow\" style=\"padding: 0; margin-bottom: 56px;\">\n      <p class=\"qc-body\">Qualicare Home Care Greater Austin works with participating GUIDE organizations to provide authorized respite and practical support in the home. When respite is approved through the program, Qualicare Home Care is paid by the GUIDE organization. The eligible family is not charged for that authorized GUIDE respite service.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"qc-what__inner\" id=\"guide-what-inner\">\n      <div>\n        <h2 class=\"qc-h2\" id=\"what-h2\">What the GUIDE Model Provides<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"qc-body\">GUIDE stands for Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services created the model to improve dementia care, reduce strain on unpaid caregivers and help people remain safer in their homes and communities.<\/p>\n        <p class=\"qc-body\">CMS currently allows qualifying respite services up to an annual program limit that is adjusted over time. The GUIDE participant determines eligibility, care tier, authorization and available respite amount.<\/p>\n        <p class=\"qc-body\" style=\"font-style:italic; font-weight:700; color:var(--text-light);\">A care plan only helps when it can be carried into the ordinary moments of the day.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"qc-what__right\">\n        <div class=\"qc-focus-box qc-focus-box--sticky\" id=\"guide-focus-box\">\n          <p class=\"qc-focus-box__title\">The GUIDE Model Includes:<\/p>\n          <ul class=\"qc-checklist\" role=\"list\">\n            <li>A comprehensive assessment and person centered care plan<\/li>\n            <li>Care coordination and access to a care navigator<\/li>\n            <li>Education and support for the unpaid caregiver<\/li>\n            <li>Access to a support line through the GUIDE participant<\/li>\n            <li>Respite services for eligible participants, subject to program authorization<\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- ===== HOW QUALICARE HELPS AT HOME ===== -->\n<section class=\"qc-services\" aria-labelledby=\"services-h2\">\n  <div class=\"qc-container\">\n    <div class=\"qc-section-head\">\n      <h2 class=\"qc-h2\" id=\"services-h2\">How Qualicare Home Care Helps at Home<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"qc-body\">Our care professionals support routines, personal care, meals, safety, companionship and meaningful activity. We do not diagnose dementia or replace the medical professionals managing treatment. Our role is to help the person and family live the plan at home.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"qc-cards\">\n      <article class=\"qc-card\">\n        <div class=\"qc-card__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M3 9l9-7 9 7v11a2 2 0 01-2 2H5a2 2 0 01-2-2z\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><polyline points=\"9 22 9 12 15 12 15 22\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/polyline><\/svg><\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"qc-card__title\">Routines &amp; Personal Care<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-card__body\">Support with daily routines and personal care so the care plan works in the ordinary moments of the day.<\/p>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <article class=\"qc-card\">\n        <div class=\"qc-card__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/circle><path d=\"M12 8v4l3 3\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"qc-card__title\">Meals, Safety &amp; Meaningful Activity<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-card__body\">Help with meals, a safer home and activities that matter to the person, not just supervision.<\/p>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <article class=\"qc-card\">\n        <div class=\"qc-card__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 00-4-4H5a4 4 0 00-4 4v2\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/circle><path d=\"M23 21v-2a4 4 0 00-3-3.87M16 3.13a4 4 0 010 7.75\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"qc-card__title\">Calm Communication &amp; Redirection<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-card__body\">Our care professionals use calm communication and redirection when someone is confused, anxious or resistant.<\/p>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <article class=\"qc-card\">\n        <div class=\"qc-card__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M20.84 4.61a5.5 5.5 0 00-7.78 0L12 5.67l-1.06-1.06a5.5 5.5 0 00-7.78 7.78l1.06 1.06L12 21.23l7.78-7.78 1.06-1.06a5.5 5.5 0 000-7.78z\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"qc-card__title\"><a href=\"{DEM}\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none;\">Dementia Care at Home<\/a><\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-card__body\">Consistent companionship and practical dementia support at home, whether or not GUIDE covers the amount of help needed.<\/p>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <article class=\"qc-card\">\n        <div class=\"qc-card__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 16.92v3a2 2 0 01-2.18 2 19.79 19.79 0 01-8.63-3.07A19.5 19.5 0 013.07 9.81a19.79 19.79 0 01-3.07-8.68A2 2 0 012 1h3a2 2 0 012 1.72c.127.96.361 1.903.7 2.81a2 2 0 01-.45 2.11L6.09 8.91a16 16 0 006 6l1.27-1.27a2 2 0 012.11-.45c.907.339 1.85.573 2.81.7A2 2 0 0122 16.92z\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"qc-card__title\">Communication With Family &amp; Care Team<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-card__body\">We communicate observations to the family and, when authorized, to the appropriate care team.<\/p>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <article class=\"qc-card\">\n        <div class=\"qc-card__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 11l3 3L22 4\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><path d=\"M21 12v7a2 2 0 01-2 2H5a2 2 0 01-2-2V5a2 2 0 012-2h11\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"qc-card__title\"><a href=\"{RESP}\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none;\">Authorized GUIDE Respite<\/a><\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-card__body\">When respite is approved through the program, the GUIDE organization pays Qualicare Home Care and the eligible family is not charged for that authorized service.<\/p>\n      <\/article>\n\n    <\/div>\n    <div style=\"text-align:center; margin-top:40px;\">\n      <a href=\"#\" class=\"qc-cta w-button\" data-toggle=\"modal\" data-target=\"#des_2020_talk_popup\">Talk to a Care Expert Today<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- ===== RESPITE + VIDEO ===== -->\n<section class=\"qc-who\" aria-labelledby=\"who-h2\">\n  <div class=\"qc-container\">\n    <div class=\"qc-who__inner\">\n      <div>\n        <h2 class=\"qc-h2\" id=\"who-h2\">Respite That Gives the Family Caregiver Real Time Back<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"qc-body\"><a href=\"\/greater-austin-tx\/home-care-services\/family-home-care\/\">Respite<\/a> can allow a spouse, daughter, son or other unpaid caregiver to:<\/p>\n        <ul class=\"qc-bullet-list\" role=\"list\">\n          <li>Sleep<\/li>\n          <li>Attend an appointment<\/li>\n          <li>Work or travel briefly<\/li>\n          <li>Spend time with the person they love without managing every task<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <p class=\"qc-body\" style=\"margin-top:18px;\">It can also give the person living with dementia consistent activity and companionship rather than simply supervision. Our team learns the person before planning the visit. A familiar routine, preferred music, time outside, a favorite meal or a meaningful task can make the hours feel normal and worthwhile.<\/p>\n        <div style=\"margin-top: 32px;\">\n          <a href=\"#\" class=\"qc-cta w-button\" data-toggle=\"modal\" data-target=\"#des_2020_talk_popup\" style=\"font-size:17px; padding:13px 20px;\">Talk to a Care Expert Today<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div>\n        <div class=\"qc-video-block\">\n          <iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xjABHHxhD2I\" allowfullscreen=\"\" title=\"Qualicare Dementia Care Story - Linda\"><\/iframe>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- ===== WHO MAY QUALIFY ===== -->\n<section class=\"qc-coord\" aria-labelledby=\"coord-h2\">\n  <div class=\"qc-container\">\n    <div class=\"qc-section-head\">\n      <h2 class=\"qc-h2\" id=\"coord-h2\">Who May Qualify<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"qc-body\">A participating GUIDE organization makes the final eligibility decision. Families should complete screening with a GUIDE participant rather than assume they do or do not qualify.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"qc-coord__cards\">\n      <div class=\"qc-coord__card\">\n        <div class=\"qc-coord__card__icon\"><svg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 11l3 3L22 4\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><path d=\"M21 12v7a2 2 0 01-2 2H5a2 2 0 01-2-2V5a2 2 0 012-2h11\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"qc-coord__card__title\">A Dementia Diagnosis<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-coord__card__body\">In general, the model serves people with a dementia diagnosis who meet the model requirements.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"qc-coord__card\">\n        <div class=\"qc-coord__card__icon\"><svg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 00-4-4H5a4 4 0 00-4 4v2\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/circle><path d=\"M23 21v-2a4 4 0 00-3-3.87M16 3.13a4 4 0 010 7.75\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"qc-coord__card__title\">Original Medicare Enrollment<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-coord__card__body\">Participants are enrolled in Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage enrollment and living setting may affect eligibility.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"qc-coord__card\">\n        <div class=\"qc-coord__card__icon\"><svg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 16.92v3a2 2 0 01-2.18 2 19.79 19.79 0 01-8.63-3.07A19.5 19.5 0 013.07 9.81a19.79 19.79 0 01-3.07-8.68A2 2 0 012 1h3a2 2 0 012 1.72c.127.96.361 1.903.7 2.81a2 2 0 01-.45 2.11L6.09 8.91a16 16 0 006 6l1.27-1.27a2 2 0 012.11-.45c.907.339 1.85.573 2.81.7A2 2 0 0122 16.92z\" stroke=\"#1B5187\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"qc-coord__card__title\">Screening With a GUIDE Participant<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-coord__card__body\">The participating GUIDE organization completes screening and determines eligibility, care tier and respite authorization.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n    <div style=\"text-align:center; margin-top:40px;\">\n      <a href=\"#\" class=\"qc-cta w-button\" data-toggle=\"modal\" data-target=\"#des_2020_talk_popup\">Talk to a Care Expert Today<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- ===== HOW TO GET STARTED ===== -->\n<section class=\"qc-360\" aria-labelledby=\"q360-h2\">\n  <div class=\"qc-container\">\n    <div class=\"qc-360__intro\">\n      <h2 class=\"qc-h2\" id=\"q360-h2\">How to Get Started in the Austin Area<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"qc-body\" style=\"font-style:italic; color:var(--text-light);\">You do not need to have the answers before you call.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"qc-steps\">\n      <div class=\"qc-step\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/new-easy-steps-1.svg\" alt=\"Step 1\" class=\"qc-step__img\">\n        <h3 class=\"qc-step__title\">Call Qualicare Home Care<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-step__body\">Explain the diagnosis, living situation and current care needs. We can help connect the family with an appropriate participating GUIDE organization when needed.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"qc-step\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/new-easy-steps-2.svg\" alt=\"Step 2\" class=\"qc-step__img\">\n        <h3 class=\"qc-step__title\">GUIDE assessment and authorization<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-step__body\">The GUIDE organization completes its clinical assessment and determines eligibility and respite authorization.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"qc-step\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/new-easy-steps-3.svg\" alt=\"Step 3\" class=\"qc-step__img\">\n        <h3 class=\"qc-step__title\">Home care plan and coordination<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"qc-step__body\">Qualicare Home Care completes its own home care assessment, develops the service plan and matches the right care professional. The GUIDE care team and Qualicare Home Care coordinate within the permissions established by the family and program.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"qc-360__cta\">\n      <p class=\"qc-360__pretxt\">Call or text <a href=\"tel:5127951880\" style=\"color:var(--yale-blue);\">512-795-1880<\/a><\/p>\n      <a href=\"#\" class=\"qc-cta w-button\" data-toggle=\"modal\" data-target=\"#des_2020_talk_popup\">Talk to a Care Expert<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- ===== FAQ ===== -->\n<section class=\"qc-faq\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-h2\">\n  <div class=\"qc-container\">\n    <div class=\"qc-section-head\">\n      <h2 class=\"qc-h2\" id=\"faq-h2\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"qc-faq__list\">\n\n      <details class=\"qc-faq__item\">\n        <summary class=\"qc-faq__q\">Is GUIDE the same as ordinary Medicare home health?<\/summary>\n        <p class=\"qc-faq__a\">No. GUIDE is a dementia care model that provides care coordination, caregiver support and qualifying respite. Medicare home health is a separate benefit with different eligibility and covered skilled services.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"qc-faq__item\">\n        <summary class=\"qc-faq__q\">Does the family pay Qualicare Home Care for GUIDE respite?<\/summary>\n        <p class=\"qc-faq__a\">When Qualicare Home Care provides respite that has been authorized through a participating GUIDE organization, that organization pays Qualicare Home Care and the eligible family is not charged for that authorized respite service. Services outside the GUIDE authorization may be arranged separately.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"qc-faq__item\">\n        <summary class=\"qc-faq__q\">How quickly can GUIDE enrollment begin?<\/summary>\n        <p class=\"qc-faq__a\">Enrollment timing belongs to the participating GUIDE organization and depends on screening, diagnosis documentation and assessment. Qualicare Home Care can explain its own assessment and staffing timeline separately so families know what to expect.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"qc-faq__item\">\n        <summary class=\"qc-faq__q\">Can we use Qualicare Home Care if we do not qualify for GUIDE?<\/summary>\n        <p class=\"qc-faq__a\">Yes. Families may arrange private pay <a href=\"\/greater-austin-tx\/specialized-home-health-care\/alzheimers-dementia-care\/\">dementia support<\/a>, <a href=\"\/greater-austin-tx\/home-care-services\/family-home-care\/\">respite<\/a> and personal assistance even if GUIDE is not available or does not cover the amount of help needed.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- ===== FINAL CTA BAND ===== -->\n<section class=\"qc-cta-band\" aria-labelledby=\"final-cta-h2\">\n  <div class=\"qc-container\">\n    <div class=\"qc-cta-band__inner qc-cta-band__inner--split\">\n      <div class=\"qc-cta-band__text\">\n        <h2 id=\"final-cta-h2\">Talk With Someone Who Understands Both Sides of the Program<\/h2>\n        <p style=\"margin-bottom:32px; font-size:17px; color:rgba(255,255,255,0.80);\">If dementia care is becoming too much to manage alone, call or text <a href=\"tel:5127951880\" style=\"color:#ffffff; font-weight:700;\">512-795-1880<\/a>. We can explain the part GUIDE may cover, the part home care can provide and how the two can work together.<\/p>\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"qc-cta w-button\" data-toggle=\"modal\" data-target=\"#des_2020_talk_popup\">Talk to a Care Expert Today<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"qc-cta-band__image\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/qualicare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/iStock-1397344040.jpg\" alt=\"Family receiving compassionate dementia care support at home\">\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<script>\n(function () {\n  const SECTION_ID = \"guide-what-inner\";\n  const BOX_ID     = \"guide-focus-box\";\n  const STICKY_TOP = 150;\n  const DESKTOP_QUERY = window.matchMedia(\"(min-width: 1024px)\");\n\n  function resetStyles(el) {\n    if (!el) return;\n    el.style.position = \"\";\n    el.style.top      = \"\";\n    el.style.left     = \"\";\n    el.style.width    = \"\";\n    el.style.zIndex   = \"\";\n  }\n\n  function clampSticky() {\n    if (!DESKTOP_QUERY.matches) { resetStyles(document.getElementById(BOX_ID)); return; }\n\n    const section = document.getElementById(SECTION_ID);\n    const box     = document.getElementById(BOX_ID);\n    if (!section || !box) return;\n\n    resetStyles(box);\n\n    const sectionRect     = section.getBoundingClientRect();\n    const boxRect         = box.getBoundingClientRect();\n    const sectionTopAbs   = window.scrollY + sectionRect.top;\n    const sectionBottomAbs= window.scrollY + sectionRect.bottom;\n    const boxHeight       = boxRect.height;\n    const boxWidth        = boxRect.width;\n    const boxLeft         = boxRect.left;\n\n    const startStick = sectionTopAbs   - STICKY_TOP;\n    const stopStick  = sectionBottomAbs - STICKY_TOP - boxHeight;\n    const currentY   = window.scrollY;\n\n    if (currentY < startStick) {\n      box.style.position = \"relative\";\n    } else if (currentY >= startStick && currentY <= stopStick) {\n      box.style.position = \"fixed\";\n      box.style.top      = STICKY_TOP + \"px\";\n      box.style.left     = boxLeft + \"px\";\n      box.style.width    = boxWidth + \"px\";\n      box.style.zIndex   = \"2\";\n    } else {\n      box.style.position = \"absolute\";\n      box.style.top      = (section.offsetHeight - boxHeight) + \"px\";\n      box.style.left     = (section.offsetWidth \/ 2 + 28) + \"px\";\n      box.style.width    = boxWidth + \"px\";\n    }\n  }\n\n  window.addEventListener(\"load\",   clampSticky, { passive: true });\n  window.addEventListener(\"resize\", clampSticky, { passive: true });\n  window.addEventListener(\"scroll\", clampSticky, { passive: true });\n  setTimeout(clampSticky, 300);\n  setTimeout(clampSticky, 900);\n})();\n<\/script>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Medicare GUIDE Dementia Support in Austin | Qualicare Home Care Medicare GUIDE Dementia Support Across the Austin Area Families caring for someone with dementia often need two kinds of help. 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