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Works in languages: 

• English
• Spanish (only text can be customized in widget in spanish, the acutal results page is only currently in English) 

It works in Article template, in the following places:

• Body of Article 
• Under Body of Article 
• Right Rail of an Article 

It works in Landing/Refresh template in the following size:

• Full Page Width
• 3 Equal Size in any of the three
• 2 Equal Size - either size
• 75-25% Size - 75 and 25 size
• Right Rail by Topic Feed
• Example of Refresh Page

Notes

• All parts of the widget can be authored in the CMS except if you want logo changed, that requires dev work. 
• When authoring, pay attention to the guidance text in the author experience. You have to put in the results in a specific way.
• Also, you can't just add a new drop down option, they are tied to things in the backend. 
• This widget works in English and Spanish BUT can only be programmed in the widget for spanish text. The actual results pages at this time only show in english only.  

En español | Caring.com provides a free, nationwide directory of senior-care providers that includes information on virtually every U.S.-based provider of assisted living communities, independent living, and other residential care options. Listings feature photos, consumer reviews, and amenities and cost information to help you make an informed choice about what community is right for you or your loved one.

Assisted Living

Assisted living communities specialize in providing care and supervision. They frequently offer services like planned activities, housekeeping and laundry, transportation, meals, exercise and wellness programs. Assisted living communities sometimes offer limited medical assistance, but not skilled nursing.

Independent Living

Sometimes referred to as retirement communities, independent living communities offer older adults with limited care needs a simplified lifestyle. They often take the form of apartment complexes with amenities like fitness programs, housekeeping, communal meals and other services to enrich and simplify life for older adults looking to downsize.

Memory Care Communities

Memory care communities specialize in providing care to aging adults with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other cognitive issues. Staff members are trained to help with communication and to help residents manage dementia symptoms like sundown syndrome, wandering, or combativeness.

Continuing Care Communities

Continuing care communities usually consist of a campus-like setting (or an urban high-rise) offering a variety of housing options that support various stages of of life. Spanning independent living, assisted living, or skilled nursing care, they enable residents to age in a single community without having to relocate as their needs evolve.

Nursing Homes

Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide care to those with illnesses or mental conditions requiring full-time monitoring and medical care. Most skilled nursing residents live in semi-private rooms, and meals are generally provided.

In-Home Care

In-home care is a service that provides caregivers who will come into the home to assist with activities of daily living, including light housekeeping, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and grooming. Some provide additional services related to help with personal care for toileting and bathing. Caregivers can come as many times as you would like, but they generally do not provide medical care. Caregivers who provide these services are also referred to as personal care assistants.

Home Health Agencies

Home health agencies provide medical care in your home. Doctors prescribe home healthcare when someone needs help recovering from surgery, an accident, or a serious illness. Home healthcare is an option when your loved one is not ill enough to be in a hospital but is not yet well enough to be home alone. Home healthcare agencies are licensed by the state and must also adhere to federal regulations.

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