America's Long-Term Care Workforce Crisis Is Growing—Why Your Family Should Prepare
July 5th, 2026
James Kelly
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Lifestyle
May 22nd, 2026
Health Benefits of Riding an Electric Bike as You Age
Staying active as you age protects more than your health—it protects your independence and your finances. Discover why movement matters at every stage of life. An e-bike can be helpful.
Health
August 9th, 2021
Getting Ready for Back Surgery
About 31 million Americans experience low back pain at any given time 75-85% will have some form of back pain in their lifetime. Back issues get worse with age.
Health
August 25th, 2021
COVID-19 May Set the Stage for Alzheimer's
Science is still learning about COVID-19 and the consequences it has on health. Memory problems are the latest concern. Dementia is already a significant health issue, and planning is key.
Insurance
July 30th, 2021
Younger Is Better When You Want Affordable LTC Policies
Surveys say consumers and professionals think Long-Term Care Insurance is expensive. Yet, consumers who purchase policies are often very surprised by how affordable LTC Insurance happens to be.
Care Facilities
July 29th, 2021
Nursing Home Residents Could Be Cared for at Home
Some people in nursing home facilities could be cared for at home. A recent study in Canada shows as many as 1 in 9 could be at home.
Health
June 3rd, 2026
Autoimmune Diseases and You
People throw out the term 'autoimmune" disorders often. It seems more people are suffering from these diseases. There are over 80 autoimmune disorders that affect humans.
Health
July 29th, 2021
Call for Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination for LTC Workers
Growing industry trend to mandate COVID-19 vaccination for health care workers and virus variants start to take hold in the U.S. and worldwide.
Homecare
July 26th, 2021
Should Parents Be Cared for in Their Home or Yours?
Whether you should care for your aging parents in their own home or move them into yours can be difficult. Understand the options and what you are getting into before deciding.
Government
April 12th, 2026
Proposal to Allow Use of Qualified Money for Long-Term Care Now Law
A once-proposed idea is now law. Learn how SECURE 2.0 allows limited, penalty-free use of retirement funds for Long-Term Care Insurance—and what it really means for your plan.
Health
July 22nd, 2021
COVID-19 Takes a Toll on Life Expectancy in the U.S.
Life expectancy has taken a step backward in the U.S. because of the virus crisis. Yet, the risk of ongoing chronic illness and aging is still financially devastating for families.
Health
July 21st, 2021
Evidence Shows Dementia in Younger People
Dementia is not just something that happens with older people. Preparing for changes in health, body, and mind should occur when you are younger and healthier.
Health
July 19th, 2021
Exercise Delays Alzheimer's Progression: Study
We all start fearing future memory loss as we get older. Exercise may delay its progression. Planning for declining health, body, and mind should start before retirement.
