Medicare May Already Cover the Care Advocate You Didn’t Know You Had

What if one of the most valuable resources for family caregivers was already covered by Medicare? Before you assume you can't afford a care manager, listen to this episode. In this episode of The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, Candace Dellacona sits down with Connor Sweeney, founder of Baba, a groundbreaking care advocacy platform that's helping family caregivers navigate one of the most overwhelming parts of caregiving—and for many Medicare and Medicare Advantage beneficiaries, the service is available at little to no cost. Inspired by his own family's experience after his grandmother suffered a stroke, Connor created Baba to give caregivers something they rarely have: a knowledgeable guide in their corner. Imagine having an expert who can:Coordinate medical careHelp appeal insurance denialsConnect you with specialists and community resourcesArrange transportationNavigate Medicare and Medicaid benefitsReduce the endless administrative burden that leaves so many caregivers exhaustedIf you've ever thought, "I wish I could afford a geriatric care manager," this episode may completely change what's possible. Whether you're caring for an aging parent, a spouse with a chronic illness, or another loved one, you'll discover that help may be far more accessible than you realized—and that asking for support before a crisis can make all the difference. This conversation is filled with practical advice, hope, and one resource every caregiver should know about.(00:00) - Caregiving Needs Support (00:30) - Meet Connor and Baba (02:15) - Why Baba Was Built (03:46) - Covered by Insurance (06:01) - What Advocates Handle (08:48) - Care Navigation Problems (11:17) - How Onboarding Works (14:28) - Coverage and Eligibility (15:20) - Denials and Big Savings (17:34) - Respite and Benefits Help (24:49) - Family Conflict and Neutrality (26:47) - Hidden VA Aid Benefit (27:54) - Caregiving Culture Shift (29:01) - Wrap Up and Subscribe To learn more about Baba, visit https://www.callbaba.com/ Follow Baba on social media:Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/company/callbaba/Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/baba.helpsFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577179311253