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 17th, 2021
FTD – Robbing Those Under 60 of Their Very Essence
Often diagnosed as mental illness, this dementia has dramatic consequences on the individual and their family. Frontotemporal dementia targets people ages 40 to 60. Families are not prepared for the costs and burdens that come from this disease.
Homecare
March 16th, 2021
Caregiving Often Not a Choice
The implications of being a family caregiver can impact multiple generations. Too often we ignore the financial costs and burdens of aging when planning for retirement. Longevity requires an advance plan for both family and finances.
Insurance
March 15th, 2021
I’m Not Old Yet – Why Worry About Long-Term Care?
You might think retirement is a ways away, and long-term care certainly not on your mind. Since the world is getting older, the consequences of longevity will significantly impact you and your family. Better way attention, now.
Homecare
December 14th, 2025
Family Caregivers Can Face Decades of Work
A study in Canada shows the pressure that family caregivers face and the amount of time their role will last. Preparing for the future costs and burdens of aging will reduce the stress and safeguard income and savings.
March 13th, 2021
Ways to Fight Caregiver Burnout Right Now
Family caregivers are often unprepared and untrained for their role. They face tremendous stress and anxiety in addition to other health problems. Fight burnout and prepare your family to avoid this from happening in the first place.
Care Facilities
February 15th, 2022
Caregivers Facing Mental Health Issues
Family caregivers have to deal with a higher risk of depression, anxiety, and other health issues when forced into the role of being a caregiver. Avoid placing your family in this position by being proactive with planning before you retire.
March 11th, 2021
Remembering Gene Wilder’s and Alzheimer’s
Gene Wilder, star of Willy Wonka and other major movies, passed-away at age 83 in 2016 after suffering with Alzheimer’s. Many American families deal with the stress and burden of caring for a loved one with dementia.
Care Facilities
March 11th, 2021
Families Paid Nearly $46 Billion to Nursing Homes
Families are being devastated by long-term care expenses. Out-of-pocket nursing home expenses were nearly $46 Billion in 2019. This does not include assisted living and in-home long-term care costs. Most long-term care services are delivered outside of nursing homes.
Health
March 10th, 2021
End-of-Life Care Changes Due to Virus Crisis
There seems to be many ‘new normal’ items today because of the virus crisis. Even end-of-life and hospice are affected by COVID-19. Advance directives and professional help make life’s end easier on family.
Health
August 13th, 2025
Keeping an Eye on Eyesight as You Get Older
Vision problems and diseases in aging adults usually occur after the age of 50. Some of which create dependency as you get older. We face many challenges with aging, preparing is essential.
Health
March 14th, 2021
COVID-19 Protection for Older Adults and Caregivers
As more Americans face long-term care challenges the pressure of caregiving often falls on family members. Take actions now to keep everyone safe from COVID-19 infection. Prepare for your own care in the decades ahead now.
Insurance
March 9th, 2021
Enjoy the Freedom of Choice Before an LTC Crisis Arises
Once a crisis happens and you need long-term care due to an illness, accident, or the impact of aging you and your family have limited options. Planning in advance gives you the freedom of choice.
