America's Long-Term Care Workforce Crisis Is Growing—Why Your Family Should Prepare
July 5th, 2026
James Kelly
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Health
March 15th, 2022
How Compassion Relieves Chronic Pain
Know someone who suffers from chronic pain? Compassion-based therapy is shown to be helpful in pain management. The consequences and pain, and declining health are real. Pain is associated with a higher risk of dementia, mobility problems, and long-term health care. Planning is key.
Health
March 18th, 2022
Do’s and Don’ts of Easing Cold Symptoms
At the first sign of cold symptoms, find out if its a cold, allergies, the flu, or COVID-19. Over-the-counter remedies can be helpful. Use the right remedy for the right illness.
Insurance
February 14th, 2017
LTC Claims Rise In 2016
More and more people have long-term care insurance, and people are receiving benefits in record numbers. More people require care and LTC insurance protects assets & eases the burden on a family.
Government
February 10th, 2017
Filial Laws Might Prompt LTC Planning
Filial responsibility laws could require your adult children to pay for future LTC costs unless you plan ahead.
Health
March 14th, 2022
14 Dangerous Headaches And How to Treat Them
Headaches can be painful but sometimes indicate serious health problems. Understand the types of headaches and treatments that will ease the pain. Then consider the pain of getting older and how pre-planning will ease that pain.
Health
March 15th, 2022
Flu Impacts Young and Old – Know Symptoms and Complications
The flu is still a significant health concern, especially for those over age 65 and others who have health problems. Be sure to get your flu shot, and if you have older family members, be sure they get their flu shot.
Lifestyle
October 3rd, 2022
Can You Hear Me Now? Be Prepared for Phone Scams
We all get the phone calls. Scammers are everywhere but the elderly can often be a victim. Be sure to tell older family members to avoid these phone calls.
March 13th, 2022
More Than Half of American Adults Don't Have a Will, Survey Shows
According to a Caring.com survey, only 42 percent of U.S. adults currently have estate planning documents such as a will or living trust. Fewer have a plan for long-term care. All are essential to put in place before retirement.
Health
September 10th, 2020
Hundreds of Pain Medications Exist Yet People Still Suffer From Pain. Which Meds are Safe?
Many of us suffer from pain. Drugs and other treatments can help with the pain. Still, increased pain can cause us to depend on others for daily living activities. As we get older, pain becomes a more significant health concern affecting our independence.
Lifestyle
March 14th, 2022
Retirement Planning? Couples, Mind the Age Gap
Age-gap couples tend to share many things despite their age differences. While these couples can be very happy, many real challenges about aging exist that need to be managed. Real challenges and real consequences that affect family and finances.
Lifestyle
May 6th, 2021
Here’s Where Older Americans Are Happiest
Thinking about your future retirement? Sure you are. Where do you think people are the happiest? According to thethe annual Gallup-Healthways State of American...
March 14th, 2022
Persistence (or impertinence) of Memory
Ned White is a writer from Maine who decided to apply for Long-Term Care Insurance. When he found out he had to pass a memory test, he started thinking about his memory and forgetting things he shouldn't forget. He did pass, and Ned shares his experience and feelings about planning for long-term health care.
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