America's Long-Term Care Workforce Crisis Is Growing—Why Your Family Should Prepare
July 5th, 2026
James Kelly
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Insurance
October 19th, 2020
Why Inflation Protection is Essential with LTC Insurance
The fact is long-term care is expensive. These costs will continue to go up in the decades ahead. A successful future retirement plan will include an affordable LTC policy with inflation benefits.
Health
October 17th, 2020
Ventilators - What are They? - Why They're Important
You hear ventilators in the news. They are important. Older COVID-19 patients are more likely to be placed on a ventilator. But what are ventilators used for, exactly? They are a key part of health care.
February 7th, 2022
Not Too Late to Get into Cycling – Start Here
Most of us rode a bike when we were younger. However, once we get older and enter the workforce, many of us forget our bikes. Cycling is an excellent activity for those over 40 looking for a way to have fun, exercise, and help maintain health.
Insurance
May 17th, 2026
Economic Uncertainty Emphasizes Need for LTC
Economic uncertainty makes planning for long-term care more urgent, not less. There is a high likelihood you will need help with daily living activities in your lifetime. With long-term care expenses rising faster than wages, waiting for the "right" economic moment to plan is a strategy with real consequences.
Lifestyle
July 5th, 2022
Grief's Many Physical Effects and Ways to Cope
Grief does not just affect the mental health of those who experience the loss of a loved one. Understand the physical and emotional effects and ways to cope for yourself or your loved one who is experiencing grief.
Homecare
June 27th, 2025
The Duties of a Caregiver - Don’t Think it’s Easy
You might not see it coming – or you have been expecting it for some time. Your Mom, Dad, spouse, or other family member now needs long-term care. You are responsible. How do you handle caregiving duties?
Lifestyle
November 20th, 2023
The Big Five Financial Stages of Life
There is more to life than money, but money plays a very big part of life. Plan carefully by understanding these five critical financial stages of life to help you enjoy a future successful retirement.
Lifestyle
October 5th, 2020
Actions to Take to Keep Your Family Legacy Alive
Maintaining family legacy is more than just protecting assets. There are ways to protect memories, as well. It is more difficult if loved ones live afar, but there are easy ways to get it done.
Homecare
October 3rd, 2020
De-Stressing the Role of Caregiver
American, Canadian, and U.K. families are finding themselves dealing with caregiving. The consequences of being a family caregiver impact health, relationships, and finances. De-stress and plan ahead to reduce family burden.
September 30th, 2020
Blood Test for Alzheimer's Coming Soon
Soon a blood test will be available which can diagnosis if an individual has Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. This would be a huge advance in research and treatment of dementia.
Care Facilities
September 30th, 2020
Challenges of Moving Parent from an Out-of-State Facility
As your parents get older, having them nearby is ideal; however, it can be challenging if they need a long-term care facility. Understand the process will make the love easier on the entire family.
Lifestyle
September 28th, 2020
Is Lifestyle Connected to Dementia Risk?
New research says lifestyle adjustments might delay or prevent future dementia risk. Planning for future long-term health care still vital to protect family and finances.
