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 12th, 2019
Claims Data for Insurance Shows 13 as the Number
Long-Term Care Insurance is paying benefits to American families but a new report shows benefits start flowing fairly quickly once a policy goes in force.
Homecare
October 1st, 2019
Being a Family Caregiver Is the Toughest Job
Family caregivers already know how difficult it is for you and your family. There are ways to ease the pressure. Don’t place the responsibility of your future caregiving on your family.
Insurance
October 1st, 2019
Long-Term Care and Housing Crisis
Attorney Matthew Erskine discusses two major problems impacting many American families, the housing crisis and aging and the need for long-term care. Is there a solution connecting these two issues?
Insurance
August 16th, 2021
Being a Caregiver for Parent Can Lead to Spousal Resentment. This Can Be Avoided.
When one spouse must add the role of being a caregiver to a parent or other elder family member the impact on the spousal relationship can be very difficult. Carol Bradley Bursack, a veteran caregiver addresses this concern.
Lifestyle
May 17th, 2026
Connection Between Mental Health and Sleep
Sometimes we have problems with sleep. Sometimes it becomes a pattern. Lack of sleep could be reflective to health issues and even increase your risk of needing long-term care services.
Lifestyle
September 15th, 2019
Secrets of Those 55+ in Getting the Most from Their Doctor
Once you get past age 55 going to the doctor will become a common routine. Learn to get the most from your doctor. Top hint: If you don’t ask the right questions, you won’t get the right answers.
People
April 26th, 2020
Kim Kardashian Health Shocker, Higher Risk of Long-Term Care
Health can change even for a reality TV star Kim Kardashian. The impact of changing health can dramatically impact family and finances unless you have an advance plan. Often this includes affordable Long-Term Care Insurance.
Care Facilities
September 5th, 2019
What to Do with Your Home When Moving into Assisted Living
If Mom or Dad is moving into Assisted Living what do you do with their home? These tips will help the family make the right decision. Always prepare in advance for the impact of longevity.
Care Facilities
April 15th, 2025
Protecting Property When Moving into Long-Term Care Facility
Do you have to sell your loved one's home to pay for their long-term care? Discover alternatives, Medicaid rules, and planning strategies that you and your family can take now to protect your assets.
Health
February 13th, 2022
Can a Whiteboard Help Calm Person Suffering with Dementia?
When a loved one has dementia, it can be challenging for families to provide the proper care and keep them safe at home. A whiteboard inside the house is one of several things families can do to make it easier for their loved one.
Health
August 20th, 2019
Your Genes Could Make Pain Go Away
We usually think of pain as something associated with illness or aging. Often we experience more pain as we get older. This woman suffers no pain and researchers are now studying how they have just the gene mutation as a future treatment for pain.
Lifestyle
August 6th, 2019
The Ticking of the Clock and Your Family History
In an ever-disposable society, some items in your home maintain meaning and carry with them the secrets of family history. Gene shares his story of clocks and the ticking of time gone-by.
