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November 14th, 2025
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Health
December 13th, 2022
One in Four American Adults Affected by Long-Term Care in 2022
A national survey commissioned by Nexus Insights shows long-term health care's impact on American families. One in four American adults needed care for themselves or a loved one. It underscores the need for advance planning.
Homecare
July 31st, 2023
Caregivers Need to Maintain Solid Relationships with Care Recipients to Maintain Better Quality of Life
Families should consider how well a caregiver matches the personality of their loved one. The better the relationship, the better the quality of life the care recipient will have in a long-term care situation.
Insurance
December 9th, 2022
Long-Term Care Insurance: How to Use a Policy and File a Claim
The prospect of needing help with daily activities or needing supervision due to memory loss increases with age. Our health, body, and mind will decline. Often you will need long-term health care. It is costly. LTC Insurance pays for quality care.
Care Facilities
December 8th, 2022
Nursing Homes Suing Friends and Family of Residents to Collect Debts
The cost of long-term health care is expensive. These costs are growing rapidly nationwide, according to the LTC NEWS Cost of Care Calculator. Nursing homes are looking to family and friends to get paid.
Health
April 14th, 2023
When Should Mom or Dad's Dementia Require Care and Supervision? Proper Care Improves Quality of Life
There are several consequences families will encounter with aging parents, including dementia. When should a family seek professional help with a parent with dementia? Experts say, right away.
Homecare
December 6th, 2022
Gender Differences Exist Caring for Those Receiving In-Home Long-Term Care
More men are taking better care of themselves, resulting in greater risk for long-term care. Professional caregivers say there are gender differences in caring for them. Quality care is vital for a better quality of life.
Health
April 14th, 2023
Parkinson's Signs May Be Seen Years Before Diagnosis
Michael J. Fox has been very upfront with his struggle with Parkinson's since he was age 29. Research is being done for treatment and perhaps a cure for Parkinson's. New research suggests signs years before diagnosis.
Health
January 12th, 2023
Research Links Connection Between Sleep Apnea and Alzheimer's
Are you snoring every night? Have you avoided getting a sleep study? Maybe you have a CPAP machine and don't use it? Sleep Apnea can be a serious health problem, and it could lead to memory problems in the future.
Health
December 1st, 2022
Getting Disability Difficult for Those with Long-COVID - Those with Long-COVID Subject to Needing Long-Term Health Care
Fatigue, insomnia, shortness of breath, and "brain fog," are among the many symptoms of long-COVID. Those who are of working age often find it hard to qualify for social security disability. Many require long-term health care which not covered by health insurance.
Health
November 30th, 2022
Many Can Benefit with the Use of Intermittent Catheters
Intermittent catheterization can be beneficial. Catheters are frequently required for only a brief time while someone regains the ability to urinate independently. Older adults and those with a chronic illness or injury may require one permanently.
Lifestyle
November 29th, 2022
What Compensation Can I Expect from A Personal Injury Claim?
Under California's personal injury law, injury and accident victims can file claims and lawsuits against the wrongdoers accountable for their damages. Claims are divided into two compensatory damages categories. Don't delay seeking compensation.
Homecare
November 29th, 2022
Things To Know as a Caregiver of Someone with Parkinson's
Over six million people have Parkinson's disease (PD) worldwide. Understanding the basics of caregiving for someone with PD and discovering some critical things to know about it and your role as a caregiver will make being a family caregiver easier.