America's Long-Term Care Workforce Crisis Is Growing—Why Your Family Should Prepare
July 5th, 2026
James Kelly
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Health
October 15th, 2019
In Some States, a New Focus on Family Caregivers
Nearly half of family caregivers administer multiple medications, treat wounds or operate specialized medical equipment. Some states require hospitals to give them better instructions.
Insurance
February 7th, 2024
Long-Term Care Changes Everyone and Everything
Have you considered the impact long-term health care would have on your family and finances? The need for long-term health care is an inevitable part of life that can drain a family both emotionally and financially. LTC Insurance can make getting older easier on family and finances.
Insurance
May 11th, 2022
Families Face Steep Long-Term Health Care Costs Even When It's Free
Some people think their adult children can provide "free" care when they need long-term health care in the future. Nothing is 'free,' and the consequences on untrained and unprepared family caregivers can be life-changing for them.
Insurance
August 29th, 2020
This Expense Can Derail Your Retirement
The cost of Long Term Health Care is very high. Retirement planning experts say Long-Term Care Insurance should be part of your retirement plan.
Homecare
February 19th, 2024
Challenges: Adult Children Caring for Aging Parent
Adult children caring for aging parents often face the dual challenge of managing their own work and family responsibilities while ensuring their parents receive the care and support they need. This balancing act can lead to emotional and physical stress, underscoring the need for adequate planning and resources.
Health
October 2nd, 2019
Study: Cognitive Impairment Progresses Faster in Women
A new study shows that women suffer more than men do with memory deterioration. Women are also caregivers first before they become the ones who need care. Planning and research are required.
Insurance
February 6th, 2024
Commentary: Long-Term Care Insurance a Wise Choice
This is an op-ed from a retired college professor who talks about his first-hand experience with his wife's Long-Term Care. He shares how their LTC policy helped his family.
Health
May 6th, 2022
Alzheimer's Different for African Americans and Latinos
African-Americans are twice as likely as whites to develop Alzheimer's. Research suggests it impacts African-Americans in a different way compared to others. Plus, 13 percent of U.S. Latinos aged 65 and older are believed to have Alzheimer's or related dementia. Advance planning is vital.
Lifestyle
May 28th, 2026
Divorce, Remarriage and Long-Term Care Planning
You might have something in common with Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness or Bill and Melinda Gates, or perhaps your neighbors. Gray divorce. How will that impact future long-term care? How would getting married a second or third time affect long-term care planning?
Insurance
April 17th, 2026
Long Term Care Needs To Be Part of Retirement Plan
As retirement nears, long-term care planning becomes critical. Discover the real cost of long-term care, what Medicare doesn’t cover, and how Long-Term Care Insurance helps protect your savings and independence.
Health
September 23rd, 2019
The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's disease is expected to triple by 2050. This means you need understand the warnings signs and plan for the financial costs and burdens of aging. For many, this means an affordable Long-Term Care policy.
Insurance
January 13th, 2022
American Families Will Face Crisis Without Understanding Long-Term Care Risk
Survey shows few people are "very or extremely confident" in their ability to pay for ongoing long-term health care. The time to prepare for the costs and burdens of aging is before retirement. For many American families, Long-Term Care Insurance is the solution.
