Coordination of Benefits
The coordination of benefits provision is some policy contracts means a Long-Term Care policy will pay benefits only after any other insurance policy or government agency has made payment.
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May 4th, 2023
"Short-Term Memory is Shot" Michael J. Fox New Parkinson's Challenges Force Retirement
Fox has been outspoken about his Parkinson's disease since he went public with his diagnosis in 1998. He explains his cognitive decline in a new book and media interviews that has forced him into a second retirement.
Health
September 16th, 2022
Can Science Slow the Aging Process? Aging Could Become a Treatable Disease
Aging is a reality ... or is it. Congress is reviewing the potential societal, ethical, and economic implications of aging breakthroughs. A Congressional committee is learning that aging therapies being evaluated may be seismic in their impact.
Government
December 16th, 2021
CDC: 1 in Every 100 Older Americans Have Died Due to COVID-19
Older Americans are dying in larger numbers due to COVID-19. An administration source tells LTC NEWS that an increasingly relaxed attitude with COVID-19 is part of the cause of uptick in COVID-19 infections, complications, hospitalizations, and long-term health care.
Health
April 1st, 2021
Essential Tremor or Parkinson’s?
All of a sudden, you have "the shakes." If you are dancing, that is one thing, but involuntary muscle movements can cause alarm.
Care Facilities
January 23rd, 2023
Survey Shows Major Acceptance of Telemedicine as People Overcome Common Myths
According to an AHIP/NORC survey, more people are open to telemedicine. Virtual visits cut down on travel, time off from work, and the need for childcare. Telehealth also gives people easy access to specialists and other health care providers.
Health
September 29th, 2023
Why It's Time to Start Tackling Aging Itself as a Disease
Addressing aging as a disease offers a groundbreaking perspective on holistic health and preventative care. By targeting the fundamental aging processes, scientists hope to mitigate age-related diseases and enhance the overall quality of life in our later years.
Insurance
October 15th, 2020
Economic Uncertainly Emphasizes Need for LTC
The economic uncertainty because of the virus crisis has made some people question if they should still be planning for long-term care. The guaranteed tax-free benefits are exactly what many families need as part of their retirement plan.
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.
Insurance
November 22nd, 2023
California Residents Pondering Potential State Long-Term Care Tax Program
Employers and employees in California are discussing the potential implications of a state long-term care program funded by a tax. Some employers are bracing employees before a plan becomes law, and other groups talk about the benefits for the state and its residents.
May 16th, 2021
Survey Shows People Open to Robot Caregivers
COVID-19 has already brought robotic nurses and caregivers to the front lines. In the decades ahead, robots could become a big part of caregiving worldwide.
Lifestyle
April 12th, 2021
Focus on Mental Health Should Start Early in Life
Focus on mental health problems should start younger as the impact of depression and related health problems in older adults can be more severe. Depression is associated with declining health in people with conditions like heart disease and diabetes.
