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James Kelly

James Kelly

James Kelly

LTC News author focusing on long-term care and aging.

James Kelly is a staff writer for LTC News, specializing in long-term care, aging, and retirement planning. His work also focuses on state and federal government policies that shape aging services, long-term care access, and financial planning for later life. He provides readers with clear, timely insights to help them understand how public policy impacts their health, independence, and future care decisions.

Explore James's latest contributions to LTC News.

June 14th, 2026

Why California's Aging Population Is Reshaping Long-Term Care

California faces a major demographic shift as an aging population drives up long-term care costs, dementia rates and pressure on family caregivers. While the state's Master Plan for Aging aims to address these challenges, many families remain financially unprepared for the high cost of extended care.

James Kelly

June 14th, 2026

Why California's Aging Population Is Reshaping Long-Term Care

California faces a major demographic shift as an aging population drives up long-term care costs, dementia rates and pressure on family caregivers. While the state's Master Plan for Aging aims to address these challenges, many families remain financially unprepared for the high cost of extended care.

James Kelly

June 12th, 2026

What Men Should Know About Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines

Prostate cancer is extremely common as easily treatable, but too many men ignore it, making something very treatable to very deadly. History of prostate cancer could impact Long-Term Care Insurance underwriting as well.

James Kelly

June 12th, 2026

What Men Should Know About Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines

Prostate cancer is extremely common as easily treatable, but too many men ignore it, making something very treatable to very deadly. History of prostate cancer could impact Long-Term Care Insurance underwriting as well.

James Kelly

March 27th, 2026

Future Long-Term Care Insurance Rate Increase Risk Near Zero

As people consider longevity, the cost of Long-Term Care Insurance is on many minds. Today’s traditional LTC policies are rate stable with a small chance of rate increases in the future, according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Hybrid plans can never increase premiums.

James Kelly

March 27th, 2026

Future Long-Term Care Insurance Rate Increase Risk Near Zero

As people consider longevity, the cost of Long-Term Care Insurance is on many minds. Today’s traditional LTC policies are rate stable with a small chance of rate increases in the future, according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Hybrid plans can never increase premiums.

James Kelly

Care Facilities

June 8th, 2026

Patients Face Stigma and Emotional Challenges - Nurses Lack Adequate Support Due to Lack of Time and Resources

Health care faces challenges, especially in dealing with individuals with long-term health problems. Research indicates there are physical, emotional, and social challenges faced by those with long-term health conditions.

James Kelly

Care Facilities

June 8th, 2026

Patients Face Stigma and Emotional Challenges - Nurses Lack Adequate Support Due to Lack of Time and Resources

Health care faces challenges, especially in dealing with individuals with long-term health problems. Research indicates there are physical, emotional, and social challenges faced by those with long-term health conditions.

James Kelly

June 29th, 2020

New Senior Living Facility in Brooklyn Names Exec Staff

A new 275-unit luxury senior living residence in Brooklyn, New York, has announced the appointments of new executive staff. The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights, located at 21 Clark Street, is scheduled to open during the summer of 2020.

James Kelly

June 29th, 2020

New Senior Living Facility in Brooklyn Names Exec Staff

A new 275-unit luxury senior living residence in Brooklyn, New York, has announced the appointments of new executive staff. The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights, located at 21 Clark Street, is scheduled to open during the summer of 2020.

James Kelly

February 17th, 2022

NBC Today Show: How to Pay for Long Term Care

Former Today Show host Matt Lauer discussed the need for long-term health care planning with NBC's Jean Chatzky. She explained the types of Long-Term Care Insurance plans and the need to start at around age 50.

James Kelly

February 17th, 2022

NBC Today Show: How to Pay for Long Term Care

Former Today Show host Matt Lauer discussed the need for long-term health care planning with NBC's Jean Chatzky. She explained the types of Long-Term Care Insurance plans and the need to start at around age 50.

James Kelly

June 4th, 2026

New Survey: Caregiver Burnout Soars as Millions Care for Aging Loved Ones

You may be helping an aging parent manage medications, driving a spouse to appointments, or checking on a loved one throughout the day — all while juggling work and family. A new national survey suggests millions of Americans are reaching a breaking point.

James Kelly

June 4th, 2026

New Survey: Caregiver Burnout Soars as Millions Care for Aging Loved Ones

You may be helping an aging parent manage medications, driving a spouse to appointments, or checking on a loved one throughout the day — all while juggling work and family. A new national survey suggests millions of Americans are reaching a breaking point.

James Kelly

May 28th, 2026

Divorce, Remarriage and Long-Term Care Planning

You might have something in common with Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness or Bill and Melinda Gates, or perhaps your neighbors. Gray divorce. How will that impact future long-term care? How would getting married a second or third time affect long-term care planning?

James Kelly

May 28th, 2026

Divorce, Remarriage and Long-Term Care Planning

You might have something in common with Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness or Bill and Melinda Gates, or perhaps your neighbors. Gray divorce. How will that impact future long-term care? How would getting married a second or third time affect long-term care planning?

James Kelly

April 8th, 2024

South Carolina Faces Surge in Senior Population - More People Using Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits

There is a rising tide of older adults living in South Carolina. Increasing long-term care costs are straining families and finances. The good news is that more South Carolinians are using LTC Insurance benefits to pay for quality care.

James Kelly

April 8th, 2024

South Carolina Faces Surge in Senior Population - More People Using Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits

There is a rising tide of older adults living in South Carolina. Increasing long-term care costs are straining families and finances. The good news is that more South Carolinians are using LTC Insurance benefits to pay for quality care.

James Kelly

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