long term care News

ADVANCE for Long-Term Care Management announces Sage: The Elder Voice Journal, a new publication dedicated to highlighting the artistic works of people aged 65 and older.

Older Americans may want to start consuming B vitamins which can give a memory boost and ward off future long term care insurance claims.

Shep Roylance of the Premier Senior Housing and Care Facility Brokerage Firm, JCH Consulting Group, announces the $6.2M sale of Elim Alzheimer's & Rehab, a 99 Bed Skilled Nursing Facility located in Fresno, CA. Escrow closed on December 7th 2011.

Regular visits to the dentist can contribute to lower risk of heart attack or stroke, one of the primary causes of long term care insurance claims.

Alan Kassan and Corinne Chandler to present “Obtaining Insurance Benefits for Your Client’s Care” to the Western Region Chapter of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers at its 21st Annual Conference in Las Vegas.

Aging women are far more likely to suffer from dibilitating arthritis and also more likely to use long term care insurance benefits as a result of this condition.

The American Association for Long Term care Insurance announced its third consumer-focused advertorial section, entitled “Fresh Perspectives on Long-Term Care Planning."

Shep Roylance, of the Premier Senior Housing and Care Facility Brokerage Firm, JCH Consulting Group, announces his representation of Emerald Gardens, in their current acquisition of Colonial Gardens, a 47 unit Assisted Living Facility, in Woodburn.

Mild strokes which generally occur prior to age 65 may result in hidden disabilities including depression, vision problems and difficulty thinking which all can result in increased long term care needs.

Ciena Healthcare, a leading manager and operator of skilled nursing and rehabilitation communities in Michigan and Connecticut, has broken ground on a new skilled nursing community in Grand Blanc Township.

The percentage of cancer survivors aged 65 and over is already 60% and is set to reach 63% by 2020 creating a long term care tsunami for families and state welfare programs.

People with diabetes are at significantly higher risk of developing all types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, the largest cause of long term care insurance claims.

Older women who have sleep-disordered breathing are more likely to develop dementia and ultimately need long term care according to a new study.

A new memory fitness program can benefit aging seniors. Cognitive decline is a leading reason aging Americans need long term care insurance.

Join other spouses for this unique monthly support group for spouse of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's and or Dementia. You are not alone. Join us and learn a new coping skills to better care and understand your loved while still at home.

Dodge Park Rest Home is very pleased to announce that our Rest-Home facility has earned a perfect, deficiency-free survey result from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).

Unhealthy habits in middle age may lead to increased brain shrinkage, cognitive problems and increased need for long term care at older ages.

The percentage of nursing home residents who are minorities has been increasing according to a report. Seniors using long-term care insurance to avoid a nursing home stay.

ADVANCE for Long-Term Care Management announces Sage: The Elder Voice Journal, a new publication dedicated to highlighting the artistic works of people aged 65 and older.

This educational webinar will provide you with the information you need to discuss the limits or increases in Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and updating the tax incentives for long-term care insurance premium payments.

Burns White hired health care defense litigator, Stuart T. O’Neal, as a Member (Partner) of the firm’s Philadelphia office to further strengthen and expand its Health Care and Long-Term Care Practice Group.

Heritage Healthcare continues positive growth in 2012 by providing therapy management solutions to senior care facilities.

Older Americans may want to start consuming B vitamins which can give a memory boost and ward off future long term care insurance claims.

Senior living facilities are finding reasons for creating some fancy funding options for seniors who are stuck in their homes because of a dragging real estate market.

Shep Roylance of the Premier Senior Housing and Care Facility Brokerage Firm, JCH Consulting Group, announces the $6.2M sale of Elim Alzheimer's & Rehab, a 99 Bed Skilled Nursing Facility located in Fresno, CA. Escrow closed on December 7th 2011.

Long term care insurance may be fully tax deductible and the 2012 limits and rules are spelled out in two new guides published by the American Association for Long Term Care Insurance.

Putting a loved one in a nursing home is something I just never thought about. That would never be a reality for me . . . so I thought! And when it did happen, I was totally devastated.

Inflation Protection...what happens to your benefits when Long Term Care costs rise or do you need long term care insurance inflation protection?

A new study examines how much salt is healthy for those with heart disease or diabetic conditions.

Fewer Americans are dying from cancer of the throat and mouth, though cancer remains leading cause of long term care insurance claims.

Regular visits to the dentist can contribute to lower risk of heart attack or stroke, one of the primary causes of long term care insurance claims.

Planning for long term care is an easy thing to put off. Maybe you think it is too early, or maybe you just don’t want to think about it, or you are going to do something just not right now.

With over 100 companies offering long-term care insurance, one can become overwhelmed choosing the right LTCi policy and the right insurance company that fits your wants and needs.

"Across our country, millions of family members, neighbors, and friends provide care and support for their loved ones during times of need. With profound compassion and selflessness, these caregivers sustain American men, women, and children.

Although it is estimated that two out of five Americans will need long term care at some point in their lives, many cannot afford it, according to healthcare market research publisher Kalorama Information in its Long Term Care Markets report...

Alan Kassan and Corinne Chandler to present “Obtaining Insurance Benefits for Your Client’s Care” to the Western Region Chapter of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers at its 21st Annual Conference in Las Vegas.

Smiling and being happy will generally lead to a longer life but an expert warns it can also result in increased long term care risk.

Divorce and extended family arrangements will dramatically change how Americans deal with long term care issues facing aging parents a new study reveals.

If one of your aging parents suddenly needs help with the tasks of daily living, who will provide it? You?

Women who eat two chocolate bars daily have a reduced risk of stroke, one of the primary causes of long term care insurance claims.

Caregiver SOS: On Air is an hourlong program for family caregivers that airs regularly the first two Sundays of the month at 6 p.m. on Newstalk 930-AM KLUP in San Antonio.

The Indiana Health Care Association is celebrating a successful inaugural Fall Education Conference. More than a hundred long term care professionals and vendors representing nursing home and assisted living facilities from Indiana and surrounding

Aging women are far more likely to suffer from dibilitating arthritis and also more likely to use long term care insurance benefits as a result of this condition.

The American Association for Long Term care Insurance announced its third consumer-focused advertorial section, entitled “Fresh Perspectives on Long-Term Care Planning."

Shep Roylance, of the Premier Senior Housing and Care Facility Brokerage Firm, JCH Consulting Group, announces his representation of Emerald Gardens, in their current acquisition of Colonial Gardens, a 47 unit Assisted Living Facility, in Woodburn.

Long term care Medicaid rules are being changed in Illinois to prevent taxpayers from picking up costs for seniors with assets. Long term care insurance industry exec says more changes will be forthcoming.

Mild strokes which generally occur prior to age 65 may result in hidden disabilities including depression, vision problems and difficulty thinking which all can result in increased long term care needs.

Ciena Healthcare, a leading manager and operator of skilled nursing and rehabilitation communities in Michigan and Connecticut, has broken ground on a new skilled nursing community in Grand Blanc Township.

The percentage of cancer survivors aged 65 and over is already 60% and is set to reach 63% by 2020 creating a long term care tsunami for families and state welfare programs.

Exposing individuals with Alzheimer's disease to humor therapy appears to reduce aggressive behaviors common to Alzheimer's patients. Long term care insurance expert Jesse Slome recommends Americans in their mid-50s start long term care planning.

"When Financial Advisors Recommend Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCi), They Can Save Their Clients and Themselves a Bundle." Say Kurt Lauman a Long Term Care Insurance Specialist & Partner with LTC Financial Partners. (LTCFP)

Over 55 million Americans have high blood pressure a treatable condition though a risk for future long term care insurance claims according to new study analysis.

Long term care insurance experts report that elderly individuals with low levels of vitamin B12 have a greater risk of brain shrinkage, losing cognitive skills and greater risk of needing long term health care.

Women who live into their 80s have nearly a two-thirds chance of suffering from arthritis one of the leading causes for long term care insurance claims.

People with diabetes are at significantly higher risk of developing all types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, the largest cause of long term care insurance claims.

The director of the national long term care insurance professional trade group has commented on the Congressional report examining the new CLASS Act.

Aerobic exercise may cut the risk of dementia and slow its progress once it starts new research finds.

Older women who have sleep-disordered breathing are more likely to develop dementia and ultimately need long term care according to a new study.

A new memory fitness program can benefit aging seniors. Cognitive decline is a leading reason aging Americans need long term care insurance.

Join other spouses for this unique monthly support group for spouse of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's and or Dementia. You are not alone. Join us and learn a new coping skills to better care and understand your loved while still at home.

Dodge Park Rest Home is very pleased to announce that our Rest-Home facility has earned a perfect, deficiency-free survey result from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).

The advantage of purchasing a partnership Long-Term Care Insurance policy is that if the insured exhausts all of his or her available coverage.

Veteran secures an Aid & Attendance benefit as a result of having long-term care costs, the monthly A&A benefit is dictated by a simple formula - the extent that the claimant's monthly income exceeds the claimant's unreimbursed monthly expenses.

For any annuity contract issued after April 22, 1987, it must terminate upon the death of any owner and benefits will then be paid to the designated beneficiary.

Broker Educational Sales & Training, Inc. now offers a CFP Bundle.

Verba HealthCare Promotions will embrace the Senior Living, Home Health and Long -Term Care industries Verba facilitates outreach and marketing efforts, helping their customers to “touch more lives, and build more business.”

The law firm of Farmer, Jaffe, Weissing, Edward, Fistos & Lehrman is proud to be a co-sponsors of the 2011 Private Care Association’s Annual Conference held on September 13-15, 2011, at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Washington, DC.

“What is your biggest fear as you age?” That is the question Senior market specialist Bonnie Joffe confronts head-on in the final segment of her three-part series on “Seniors in Crisis."