America's Long-Term Care Workforce Crisis Is Growing—Why Your Family Should Prepare
July 5th, 2026
James Kelly
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Lifestyle
September 9th, 2025
Moving and Downsizing – How to Help the Transition
Ironic, isn't it? Eventually we become parents to our parents. At some point it will be best for them to downsize their home. You too will need to do the same at some point. Help them make a safe transition and start preparing for your longevity now.
Lifestyle
March 25th, 2021
Long-Term Care Insurance and Reverse Mortgages
Can reverse mortgages and Long-Term Care Insurance work together to help fund an appropriate plan to address the costs and burdens of aging? For some families, this 'couple' can open cash flow to protect your assets.
Insurance
March 24th, 2021
Long-Term Care Insurance Usage is 50-50 Says Group
An analysis conducted by the AALTCI says those with an LTC policy can have up to a 50% chance of using benefits. Preparing for the future costs and burdens of aging not only safeguards assets but reduces the stress and burden on loved ones.
Homecare
March 23rd, 2021
Family Caregivers Find Role Could Last Years
Suddenly someone's son or daughter finds themselves in the role of caregiver for Mom or Dad. Unprepared and untrained, the role brings tremendous challenges that can changes lives forever.
Health
March 22nd, 2021
Atrial Fibrillation – Keeping the Beat to Keep You Going
Remember the Sonny and Cher song, “The Beat Goes On?” Lyrics say,” the beat goes on, the beat goes on …” but sometimes that beat is off and that could be atrial fibrillation. A-fib can lead to several health issues including stroke and long-term care.
March 21st, 2021
The Good Daughter that You Hate
Many American families are in crisis when a parent, due to declining health or age, need long-term health care. The consequences are more than financial. One child must step up, and they wonder why this burden was placed on them
Health
March 20th, 2021
Your Back Hurts? Is it Muscle Strain or Worse?
Back pain. Is it from muscle spasms, muscle tension, maybe a damaged disc? Several structural problems can result in back discomfort. Don't ignore it since as you get older, it can result in limited mobility and disability.
March 19th, 2021
Three Things That Will Bust Your Retirement Budget.
You know you cannot avoid death and taxes. Guess what? Hard to avoid the challenges of aging. Planning for the costs and burdens of aging before you retire will help you safeguard assets and ease family burden.
Lifestyle
March 9th, 2022
Double Check Before Filing 2021 Tax - Don't Leave Money on the Table
You have heard the saying the only two constant things in life are death and taxes. Tax time is here, and while you have until April 19, 2022, to file 2021 tax returns, don't wait too long to start putting it together. Take advantage of available deductions, including Long-Term Care Insurance.
Health
March 17th, 2021
FTD – Robbing Those Under 60 of Their Very Essence
Often diagnosed as mental illness, this dementia has dramatic consequences on the individual and their family. Frontotemporal dementia targets people ages 40 to 60. Families are not prepared for the costs and burdens that come from this disease.
Homecare
March 16th, 2021
Caregiving Often Not a Choice
The implications of being a family caregiver can impact multiple generations. Too often we ignore the financial costs and burdens of aging when planning for retirement. Longevity requires an advance plan for both family and finances.
Insurance
March 15th, 2021
I’m Not Old Yet – Why Worry About Long-Term Care?
You might think retirement is a ways away, and long-term care certainly not on your mind. Since the world is getting older, the consequences of longevity will significantly impact you and your family. Better way attention, now.
