America's Long-Term Care Workforce Crisis Is Growing—Why Your Family Should Prepare
July 5th, 2026
James Kelly
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Care Facilities
July 12th, 2020
40% of COVID-19 Deaths are Nursing Home Residents
No matter where long-term care is delivered it is close and personal. There is no ‘social distancing’ when providing care. COVID-19 is presenting challenges in how care is delivered. Having choice of quality care in the future even more important than ever.
July 12th, 2020
Nebraska Benefiting from Aggressive Infection Control
Deaths related to COVID-19 are often those who are older or with severe pre-existing health issues. The most vulnerable are those in nursing homes. LTC facilities have taken steps to protect residents and staff. Nebraska is one state who has been very aggressive in this area.
Health
July 10th, 2020
Caregivers Virus Concerns, Depression, and Anxiety
We know the difficulties caregivers face taking care of Mom or Dad or other family members. With so many people needing long-term care more families are impacted, but COVID-19 makes it even more complicated. Are you prepared?
Government
July 7th, 2020
Florida: “Keep Away from DNA”
More Americans are taking DNA tests to discover information about their ancestry and health. This information has been used against them in insurance applications. A new Florida law provides for DNA privacy.
Health
July 6th, 2020
Dementia Risk Reduced with Simple Steps
Don’t ignore your risk of dementia. Take action to delay your cognitive decline. You can also prepare your family and finances for future long-term care costs and the burdens it placed on your family.
Insurance
July 1st, 2020
LHC Group Promotes Two Key Executives
LHC Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LHCG), is a national provider of in-home healthcare services and innovations, announced the promotion of two key executives. Joshua Proffitt has been named its new President. Robert Williams has been named the new CFO.
Health
October 19th, 2020
Americans Resolve to Make Positive Change
The COVID-19 virus crisis has made more Americans personalize the future health and aging changes they will face in the decades ahead. Addressing future long-term care is an integral part of the equation.
Insurance
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.
Health
June 27th, 2020
Virtual APP Makes Care Facility Research Easier
Finding care facilities and home care options have become more complicated due to COVID-19. A new application makes planning easier for the entire family.
Health
June 26th, 2020
Zoom Connecting Long-Term Care Residents with Families
With the impact of COVID-19, there will be many changes in the ability of family members and how they can visit their loved ones. A San Francisco company has teamed up with Zoon to provide technology for family members to stay in touch with their loved ones.
Homecare
June 25th, 2020
More Americans are Caregivers Than Ever Before
Another research study is showing the significant impact caregiving is having on American families. Without long-term care insurance, family members become caregivers. A growing number of loved ones find themselves in this role.
June 19th, 2020
Negative Thinking Could Be Harming Your Brain
Do you worry too much? Is the glass half full? For those who think negatively you could be making changes in your brain which can be harmful in the years ahead.
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