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Navigating the Differences: Long-Term Care Insurance vs. Health Insurance

This blog post is more for the benefit of family caregivers rather than their care recipients. Do you know the difference between “long term care insurance” (LTCI) and regular “health insurance” (HI)? It’s important to understand how they differ because as we age, most of us will benefit from having access to care. If you […]

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Essential Lessons for Family Caregivers: Insights from One Person’s Experience

If you’re stepping into the role of a family caregiver, or if you’ve been in this role for a while, there’s always more to learn. Caring for an elderly family member is a journey filled with challenges and rewards. Ken Begley, in his article “16 things my parents taught me about being a family caregiver,”

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Understanding Heart Health and Biological Aging: Tips for Caring for Your Aging Parent

As an adult child responsible for the well-being of your aging parent, understanding the nuances of heart health and biological aging is crucial. The journey of aging is complex, and heart health plays a pivotal role in ensuring your loved one’s golden years are as healthy and fulfilling as possible. Let’s delve into what you

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Your Aging Parents May Benefit From Having Long Term Care Insurance

If you or a loved one turned 65 in 2020, there’s a 70% chance that you’ll need some sort of long-term care or assistance during the “golden years”, at least, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services. With the average annual cost of home care being $54,000 and care facilities at $96,000,

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The Difference between Hospice and Home Health Care: A Guide for Patients and Families

It’s important that medical professionals educate their patients (and their families) on the different types of care that may be available to them or a loved one. Two of the most commonly confused services are hospice and home health care. I’ll try in this article, to briefly discuss the differences between the two and how

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Innovative Technology for Caregivers: Top 5 Gadgets to Make Your Life Easier

As a caregiver, your life can be filled with tasks that are both physically and emotionally demanding. It can be a constant struggle to balance caring for your loved ones while also maintaining your own personal life. Fortunately, innovative technology has made it possible to simplify caregiving tasks and improve the quality of life for

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