These are difficult days for the six million U.S. seniors who rely on Medicaid for long-term care. It’s also an uncertain time for anyone who is counting on Medicaid for care as they age. A few weeks back here on the Blog, we featured this article warning us about Medicaid cuts included in the One … Read more
If long-term care is in your future, you’ll probably consider at some point whether or not to apply for Medicaid. But before Medicaid officials will agree to pay for your future care, the first thing they’ll probably do is to take a look at your past – specifically, the last five years. It’s commonly called … Read more
Selecting appropriate elderly home care services can feel overwhelming due to conflicting information and promotional content. Finding balanced, unbiased guidance is essential when evaluating long-term care options for aging parents or loved ones. This guide reviews a practical home care decision framework originally published on the AARP website. This resource provides an objective foundation to … Read more
Could a CCRC – a continuing care retirement community – be the best of both worlds when it comes to senior living? The answer is, maybe – but there are drawbacks, including high costs, to consider. Aging in place may be the stated desire of the vast majority of retirees, yet while growing old at … Read more
If you’ve been on Medicare for any length of time, you know that Part B premiums have risen dramatically in recent years. Between 2016 and 2026, standard premiums for coverage under Part B rose about 66 percent, and that trend line shows no signs of slowing down. Quite the opposite is true, in fact, according … Read more
If you are an adult approaching retirement or already navigating life as a retiree, you likely hear persistent warning bells from financial experts and healthcare advocates. Long-term caregiving costs continue to rise rapidly, forcing seniors and their families to proactively establish comprehensive care plans before a health crisis strikes. Whether you choose to fund those … Read more
If you haven’t experienced it already, you will. Your doctor will almost certainly schedule an appointment with you via telehealth. This detailed report from CMS (the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services) reveals the prevalence of telehealth: after a peak during the pandemic when almost half of all Medicare beneficiaries used telehealth services, the usage … Read more
It has been a year since President Trump signed the much-hyped One Big Beautiful Bill Act. When it became law on July 4, 2025, the consensus was that the OBBBA would inevitably bring cuts to Medicaid, not only to those beneficiaries who rely on the program for medical care but to long-term care beneficiaries as … Read more
Every day, untold thousands of American families are faced with tough decisions about caring for senior loved ones. Indeed, navigating senior care is a challenge for which few of us are adequately equipped. That’s why our attention was recently drawn to this article from US News, which first appeared last April. The article, written by … Read more
When families get together, especially after long periods apart, loved ones will often be face to face with each other for the first time in many months. If you have a family visit coming up with your adult kids – maybe a summer reunion? – could this be the year when you finally have a … Read more
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