Long term care

You’ve seen the stats. Long term care is expensive, and we’re all likely to need it at some point in our lives. The cost of spending time in a nursing home or assisted living facility adds up quickly, which is why many retirees choose to insure against it through a long term care insurance policy.

Defined long term care, the types of long term care and eligibility and enrollment, mltc

November marks the Long Term Care Awareness Month, a time focused on shedding light on issues often hidden behind closed doors but critical to our lives. This month, we unravel the concept of 'Long Term Care: What and Why It Matters - Live With Dignity'. Prepare to get enlightened about the vital importance of long term care in upholding human dignity. Hungry for more insights? Dive deep into this issue—read our blog.

Medicare does not now and never has covered long-term care. Problems tend to arise because there’s so much confusion about long-term care, LTCLTC for short. This Q&A should help clarify some of the issues.

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The majority of older adults receive long-term care at home and need help covering these services with affordable insurance policies. The long-term insurance industry needs to focus on home care.

Guide: Finding long-term care help for your aging loved one

The demands of caregiving can be exhausting and overwhelming—especially if you feel that you’re in over your head or have little control over the situation. But there are steps you can take to rein in stress and regain a sense of balance, joy, and hope in your life. #caregivers #caregiving #seniorcare #helpguide

Whether a senior requires temporary help at home following discharge or requires permanent support to avoid placement in a long-term care facility, in-home care services can be customized to meet their unique needs.

Medication errors affect millions of Americans every year, many of them are residents of #NursingHomes and long-term care facilities. These errors can occur for a variety of reasons, read on to lean more.

October is Long-Term Care Planning Month and so this a good time to explore what you want to happen as you or a loved one age. Whether it’s skilled nursing care or care at home, talk about it and put your wishes in writing. Learn more about our long-term options: https://www.mjhs.org/how-can-we-help-you/long-term-care/

Here are some of our best caregiver tips and caregiver suggestions to keep you and your patient safe when it comes to dressing that patient during their daily routine.

The family plays a vital role in the health and well-being of the elderly. Supporting family members to become more involved in their loved one's life can benefit clients tremendously.

Options beyond a traditional policy to cover long-term care costs

What is Long Term Care Insurance? And Do I need it? Learn what Long Term Care Costs. Who needs LTC insurance, and what are the other options available. #LTC #LTCInsurance #Insurance #IUL #Medicare #Medicaid #RetirementPlanning

A recent WSJ article on long-term care insurance pushes two important misconceptions and ultimately misses the mark. Long-term care insurance has had issues, impacting many people, but long-term care insurance still plays a valuable role in planning for incapacity and end of life care.

Manage Caregiver Stress

When long term care for a loved one becomes necessary, here are some ideas on how to plan for the future of a loved one. #SeniorCare #NeededInTheHome