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November 14th, 2025
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March 8th, 2022
Keep Your Mind Active - Five Benefits of Writing After Age 50
Physical activities are great for your health and body, but how will you keep your mind working sharply? Luckily, writing is an activity that can keep your mind active once you get into your 50s and beyond.
Health
August 4th, 2022
Helping Older Family Members Manage Diabetes
More than 100 million people live with diabetes. As you get older, more complications lead to significant other health problems. You can take action to manage the disease better and even reserve it. Adults in their 40s through 60s might still be able to obtain Long-Term Care Insurance despite their diabetes.
Health
March 3rd, 2022
Diagnosed with Sleep Apnea? What You Should Know Before Getting a CPAP Machine
Are you getting restful sleep? Tired throughout the day? Is your spouse or partner complaining that you are snoring, or do they notice you stop breathing during the night? You may have sleep apnea which can be a serious health issue. Treatment is necessary.
February 28th, 2022
Loved Ones Deserve Privacy When Providing Them In-Home Care
If you are taking care of an older family member, always look for ways to respect their privacy. Being a caregiver is demanding. But being the care recipient isn't easy either. There are ways to ease some of the stress.
February 24th, 2022
Bundled Payments Revisited
Bundled payments offer a single, comprehensive payment that covers all of the services involved when a patient is receiving care. Hospitals, post-acute care providers, physicians, and other practitioners are more incentivized to work together to improve the quality of care.
Government
February 28th, 2024
Taxes and Retirement – Are You Prepared for the Consequences of Taxation?
The old saying that you can never avoid death or taxes is still true today. Being prepared for the consequences of taxation on your retirement accounts and estate can help you maximize your wealth and legacy.
Health
February 21st, 2022
Ways to Keep Loved Ones with Dementia at Home - When to Consider Facility Care
Life expectancy is wonderful, but long life means a higher risk of dementia and other health problems of old age. There are ways to help a loved one stay in their home, but at some point, they may need to transition to a long-term health care facility.
Health
February 15th, 2022
Risk of Dementia Increases When You are Lonely - Study
Social isolation is one of several reasons why older people are lonely. A study shows that loneliness increases the risk of dementia, one of the leading causes of long-term health care.
Health
June 13th, 2024
Taking Proactive Steps with Your Health in Your 50s Leads to a Better Quality of Life
Are you in your fragile 50s, or just a bit younger or older? The 50s are when many health issues show signs, leading to declining health, long-term care, and premature death. Simple proactive steps can better manage your health as you get older.
February 10th, 2022
Ongoing COVID-19 Symptoms May Bring Higher Risk of Disability in Years Ahead
The ongoing problem of COVID-19 remains front and center. However, long-term mass disability related to the remaining symptoms of the virus is creating a long-term care problem for people worldwide.
Homecare
February 9th, 2022
Home Modifications Help Older Adults Age-in-Place and Improve Safety
As we age, many people start to experience mobility and balance problems. Falls are one of the biggest reasons older adults go to the emergency room and end up needing long-term health care. Being prepared is vital.
Homecare
August 14th, 2023
Truth and Consequences - Understanding the Impact of Long-Term Health Care on Families and Finances
Truth. It is a word that has gotten thrown around a lot lately. Consequences become a result of decisions we make. When thinking about the consequences of aging and declining health, are we prepared for how they will affect our families and finances?