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A Social Experiment | What Are The Chances?

The potential need for long term care is a topic most people would rather avoid. But not talking about it doesn’t make the issue go away. It only delays planning and leads to potential confusion and financial impact for not just those who may need care, but their family and friends. The reality is that … Continue reading "A Social Experiment | What Are The Chances?"

November Is Long-Term Care Awareness Month!

Have you planned ahead to secure your financial future? In today’s world, home is more important than ever. It’s the one place we all feel safe and secure. November is National Long-Term Care Awareness Month, an event recognized by Congress and a number of states, designated to educate Americans on the growing need for long-term … Continue reading "November Is Long-Term Care Awareness Month!"

Another Inflation Stress: Rising Costs of Senior-Living Homes Strain Families

Inflation is fueling cost increases at nursing homes and assisted-living and independent-living facilities, which is tough for seniors on fixed incomes Eldercare facilities are raising prices and adding new fees, straining older Americans and their families who step in to help. Dan Gallo recently received a letter saying a new inflation-related daily fee of $25 … Continue reading "Another Inflation Stress: Rising Costs of Senior-Living Homes Strain Families"

Updated: NAIC Shopper’s Guide to Long-Term Care

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has updated their consumer publication, A Shopper’s Guide to Long-Term Care Insurance. The NAIC wrote this Shopper’s Guide to help you understand long-term care and the insurance options that can help you pay for long-term care services. The decision to buy long-term care insurance is very important. You … Continue reading "Updated: NAIC Shopper’s Guide to Long-Term Care"

Family feels less guilt when loved one moves to assisted living versus nursing home: study

By Kimberly Bonvissuto | McKnights Senior Living The majority of older adults (79%) responding to Genworth’s Caregiving in COVID-19 Beyond Dollars Study 2021 said they preferred to receive care in their homes, but only 42% actually received assistance at home. Comparatively, 5% said they wanted to be cared for in an assisted living community, whereas … Continue reading "Family feels less guilt when loved one moves to assisted living versus nursing home: study"

The 5 Love Languages and the Alzheimer’s Journey

An Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis changes everything. It erases memories and your loved ones personality but it also changes how you can communicate with each other. This can be difficult for couples to endure, which is why Dr. Edward Shaw wrote “Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade: The 5 Love Languages and the Alzheimer’s Journey,” highlighting how him and his family dealt with his wife’s diagnosis

Osteoporosis Can Sneak Up On You: LTCI Insider

By Margie Barrie | ThinkAdvisor May 9, 2022 What You Need To Know • Many women know about the dangers of osteoporosis. • Men may not be aware of the fragility of their own bones. • One risk factor: Heartburn medicine. I am writing this while sitting by my husband’s bed in the hospital’s … Continue reading "Osteoporosis Can Sneak Up On You: LTCI Insider"

5 Main Benefits of Brain Training Games

Many of us can relate to the experience of downloading a game on your phone to pass the time for half an hour…only to realize you’ve been staring at your screen for over an hour and you’re utterly hooked! This is especially true of brain training games – but the good news is that while … Continue reading "5 Main Benefits of Brain Training Games"

Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom is Back in Action

OMAHA, Neb. (March 21, 2022) – Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom is back in action, producing a new television series to showcase conservation success stories and to inspire the next generation of conservationists. The new series, “Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild,” will premiere in January 2023 to coincide with the 60th anniversary of … Continue reading "Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom is Back in Action"

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