Some consumers get frustrated that they have to speak with an agent to get quotes for Long-Term Care Insurance. However, LTC insurance is medically underwritten and custom-designed. Questions must be asked.
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Lifestyle
June 17th, 2024
Art Enhances Health and Well-Being of Seniors
Art can enhance your well-being as you get older. There are many benefits of taking up hobbies once you retire. With art, you can keep active and stimulate the mind.
Care Facilities
September 5th, 2019
What to Do with Your Home When Moving into Assisted Living
If Mom or Dad is moving into Assisted Living what do you do with their home? These tips will help the family make the right decision. Always prepare in advance for the impact of longevity.
Insurance
February 2nd, 2024
LTC Insurance Claims Over $7.5 Billion
Some people wonder if Long-Term Care Insurance actually pays claims. According to a national trade group, LTC policies paid almost $8 billion in claims in just 2014.
Insurance
January 31st, 2023
Lack of LTC Planning Creates Family Caregivers with Many Challenges
More people find themselves in the role of being a caregiver for a parent. This role is physically and emotionally demanding. It also creates financial problems for the caregiver as they often must leave their career or reduce hours. Pre-planning will lessen the burden on your family.
April 8th, 2021
Best Ways to Live with an HOA
Some people fear HOAs, especially when they are not familiar with them and their role in a community. There are rules. There are fees. However, some HOAs can be wonderful - others, not so much.
Government
May 3rd, 2022
Protection of the Rights of Older People Needed More Than Ever
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet, says longevity and the growing need for long-term care worldwide mean that the world needs stronger human rights protections.
Custodial Care
This is the type of long-term care service most people will require. when they need long term health care services. This is nonmedical help and assistance for an individual who requires either hands-on or standby assistance with activities of daily living.
Care Facilities
March 29th, 2026
Identifying Bullying Among Seniors
You usually don’t think of bullies as being seniors. However, with the aging population, understanding this issue, especially in long-term care facilities, is important for the well-being of loved ones.
Homecare
August 13th, 2023
Caregiver Burnout Managing Responsibilities
American families are facing the difficult responsibility of being a caregiver for a family member. The burn-out and burden on those caregivers bring many challenges for family members. There are ways to address burnout.
Some of the most well-known options for long-term care are assisted living facilities and nursing homes. But what’s the difference between assisted living facilities and nursing homes? This article discusses the differences and how to determine which one is right for you or your loved one.
May 25th, 2021
Parent Needs Long-Term Care Now - What Next?
Families are ill prepared when Mom or Dad needs long-term health care. Four major questions should be asked. Meanwhile, what have you done to prevent a crisis when you need care decades from now?