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Top Long-Term Care Insurance Picks for 2024

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Top Long-Term Care Insurance Picks for 2024

The annual review by LTC News is here: 2024's best picks for Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions, including hybrid and short-term cash indemnity policies. There is a wide variety of policy options and types, from the very affordable to the very expensive. This review is an excellent first step in your retirement planning.

Aging in Place: Supporting Independence with the Right Tools

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Aging in Place: Supporting Independence with the Right Tools

Aging in place allows your older loved ones to maintain independence and comfort in familiar surroundings, but it often requires the right tools and adaptations to ensure safety and ease. From motorized toilet lifts to grab bars, these tools can help preserve dignity and reduce accidents.

Health-Tracking Watches Help Older Adults Stay Independent—and Connected—in Senior Living

Health-Tracking Watches Help Older Adults Stay Independent—and Connected—in Senior Living

Smartwatches are more than gadgets—they’re safety tools helping older adults with dementia or mobility issues stay independent. Learn how these devices ease the burden on families and fill a gap Medicare won’t cover.

Age Related Health Issues Like Cataracts are Common - Are You Prepared for Cataract Surgery?

Age Related Health Issues Like Cataracts are Common - Are You Prepared for Cataract Surgery?

Most of us take our vision for granted, but as we get older, we start to hesitate about going to the DMV, have problems reading, or suffer from any other age-related vision problems. Cataracts are common, and surgery is usually the solution.

Family Caregiving Soars — 63 Million Americans Now Providing Unpaid Care

Family Caregiving Soars — 63 Million Americans Now Providing Unpaid Care

AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving report a record 63 million Americans now serve as unpaid family caregivers. Rising stress, lack of training, and financial strain are pushing families to the brink, especially as long-term care needs grow more complex.

Don't Be Fooled by the Name - New Policy Type Can Be Valuable Answer for Long-Term Care Expenses

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Don't Be Fooled by the Name - New Policy Type Can Be Valuable Answer for Long-Term Care Expenses

Preparing for the escalating costs of long-term health care is increasingly vital. A traditional LTC Insurance or hybrid plan is typically the optimal choice. However, short-term cash indemnity plans are gaining popularity and may present an ideal solution for some. But don't be misled by the name.

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