America's Long-Term Care Workforce Crisis Is Growing—Why Your Family Should Prepare
July 5th, 2026
James Kelly
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Insurance
September 21st, 2019
80% of People Buying LTC Insurance Are Ages 45 to 65
Long-Term Care Insurance has become an important part of retirement planning. The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance, a national consumer group, reports that buyers are getting even younger as more people plan.
Lifestyle
September 21st, 2019
Five Ways To Protect Your Retirement Income
One of the biggest involuntary risks we face is Long Term Health Care. Fidelity Investments, one of the largest mutual fund and financial services groups in the world, makes suggestions which includes planning with affordable
Health
September 21st, 2019
Is It Ordinary Memory Loss, or Alzheimer’s Disease?
Fears about memory issues, commonplace for many of us who on occassionly forget things in a world where information is available 24/7. Yet is all memory loss Alzheimer's?
Health
June 14th, 2020
More Caregivers Are No Spring Chickens Themselves
We are all living longer and longer. When a person needs Long Term Health Care many times it is an older spouse that is the caregiver. This isn't good for either person.
Insurance
December 16th, 2022
Key Tips to Consider To Plan for the Consequences of Aging
The "sandwich generation" are people caught between taking care of their own children while taking care of parents who need extended care. Are you prepared to deal with your future long-term care needs? There are several key tips to consider before retirement including planning for long-term health care.
Insurance
September 16th, 2020
The Basics Of Long Term Care Insurance
Who will take care of you when you are old? How will you pay for it? LTC Insurance could be your solution.
Health
February 6th, 2024
5 Things You Might Have Heard Cause Cancer, But Don't
Cancer is a topic that makes most people cringe. Most of us are afraid of getting cancer, and almost everyone knows someone who has had cancer or died from cancer. Fewer people die from cancer today, but cancer is still a major health and long-term care concern.
Insurance
May 9th, 2022
Attorney says Medicare Very Limited for Long Term Care
Some people think Medicare, health insurance for those 65 and over, will cover long-term health care costs. In fact, it pays very little. For those under 65, standard health insurance also pays very little. Being prepared for future declining health and aging is vital for retirement planning.
Health
August 5th, 2025
How Technology Will Revolutionize Long Term Care
Technology will give people who require Long Term Health Care additional choices to make their life better. Many Long-Term Care Insurance policies will provide benefits to pay for advances in technology that may become available.
Health
January 30th, 2024
Why Most Alzheimer's Patients Are Women
Memory loss is a major factor in a person's need for extended Long-Term Care Services. Women are double impacted in that they need care more than men and they are caregivers for men as well.
Health
May 7th, 2020
5 Signs of Alzheimer's That Show Up Before Memory Loss
Memory loss is a leading cause of why a person may need Long Term Health Care. Knowing early signs is important so you can get a head's up on a loved one. This is also a reason why you should make Long-Term Care Insurance part of retirement planning.
Care Facilities
August 15th, 2025
Nursing Homes May Bankrupt You. In-Home Care is Not Cheap. Better Have a Plan Now
Most long-term health care is delivered at home. Nursing homes, memory care facilities, and assisted living facilities are expensive. Growing demand for care services and increased labor costs push all long-term care costs even higher. Planning with LTC Insurance is an easy solution.
