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The Care Ratings Podcast

Your dad fell again. Your mom's memory is slipping. And suddenly you're the one who has to figure out what comes next. The Care Ratings Podcast is for the sons and daughters making the hardest calls of their adult lives: Is this nursing home actually safe? What does a five-star rating really tell you? What happens when the money runs out? Hosts Sara Chan and Marcus Webb talk through one real question every episode in about the time it takes to drive to work—so when you walk into the family meeting or the facility tour, you know exactly what to ask. Every episode pairs with a full article at thecareratings.com when you want to go deeper.

All Episodes

15 episodes
  1. When to Move to Memory Care From Assisted Living

    Know when your parent needs memory care: recognize the signs, understand the costs, and plan a smooth transition.

    May 23, 202616 minFinding Care

  2. Five-Star Nursing Home Ratings Explained

    Five-star ratings tell you something real about nursing homes—but not everything. Here's what the data measures and what it leaves out.

    May 22, 202614 minCare Quality & Safety

  3. Coordinating Care Among Multiple Providers

    Seven practical strategies for managing care across multiple doctors and specialists without dropping the ball.

    May 14, 202616 minFinding Care