America's Long-Term Care Workforce Crisis Is Growing—Why Your Family Should Prepare
July 5th, 2026
James Kelly
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Homecare
October 3rd, 2020
De-Stressing the Role of Caregiver
American, Canadian, and U.K. families are finding themselves dealing with caregiving. The consequences of being a family caregiver impact health, relationships, and finances. De-stress and plan ahead to reduce family burden.
September 30th, 2020
Blood Test for Alzheimer's Coming Soon
Soon a blood test will be available which can diagnosis if an individual has Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. This would be a huge advance in research and treatment of dementia.
Care Facilities
September 30th, 2020
Challenges of Moving Parent from an Out-of-State Facility
As your parents get older, having them nearby is ideal; however, it can be challenging if they need a long-term care facility. Understand the process will make the love easier on the entire family.
Lifestyle
September 28th, 2020
Is Lifestyle Connected to Dementia Risk?
New research says lifestyle adjustments might delay or prevent future dementia risk. Planning for future long-term health care still vital to protect family and finances.
Health
March 16th, 2022
Three Big Health Benefits to Drinking Black Tea
As you grow older, you must maintain a focus on keeping your body healthy. Doing this can be as simple as introducing black tea to your daily diet.
People
September 23rd, 2020
NFL Gale Sayers Dies with Dementia at Age 77
Football Hall of Famer Gale Sayers has died. Sayers suffered with dementia. The football star played for the Chicago Bears after an outstanding college career at University of Kansas. He is another football star to suffer from dementia.
Health
September 18th, 2020
Senior Bathroom Tips in COVID Age
We all use the bathroom. However, as we get older it becomes more difficult to do all the things we do in that room. With the virus, we can’t skip keeping clean. You or an older family member could benefit from these bathroom tips.
Insurance
September 14th, 2020
Long-Term Care Planning is Happening Before Age 60
An industry study of Long-Term Care Insurance sales shows most consumers are purchasing policies at younger ages taking advantage of better health and lower premiums. An LTC policy is a vital part of retirement planning.
Homecare
September 11th, 2020
You or a Loved One Will Need a Caregiver
Sooner or later you will need long-term health care. It might be very long, or relatively short. Most people want to stay in their home as long as possible. Planning makes it easier on family and finances.
People
September 3rd, 2020
Baseball Great Tom Seaver Dies with Dementia
World Series winner Tom Seaver has passed away at age 75. Seaver, who pitched for the 1969 “Miracle Mets” was suffering from Lewy body dementia since 2013.
Lifestyle
August 26th, 2020
Coping with Spouse or Parent’s Declining Health
Every American family at some point will experience a loved one’s health decline. How do you cope? How can you prepare for the costs and burdens that come with long-term care?
Health
August 6th, 2021
TV Show “This is Us” Tackles Dementia
A popular TV show, “This is Us” is addressing the impact of cognitive decline on a primary character. It reminds us that the consequences of aging impact many American families.
