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ABC News Alert : Prepare For Long Term Care Costs
Learn about the different options for care and how to navigate the system, including self-funding and private pay options.
Financial
Financial / Legal
Demystifying the Role of a Healthcare Proxy: Your Guide to Health Care by Proxy
Learn about the importance of appointing a health care proxy or durable power of attorney for medical and financial decisions. Discover how to communicate your wishes through advanced directives and the steps to take in naming a trusted individual. Learn more at Caregiver Relief.
End of Life Issues
The Benefits of Planning For a Funeral in Advance
Learn about the benefits of planning for a funeral in advance and how it can save you and your loved ones from emotional and financial stress. Discover how pre-planning can prevent costly surprises and help you make informed decisions in a difficult time
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6 Tips to Navigate Non-Medicare Home Care Agencies
As we age, it's important to plan and prepare for the possibility of needing assistance. Learn about the benefits of non-Medicare home care agencies and how to choose the right one for you. Plus, find out how to pay for the services you may need in the future.
Financial / Legal
What You Need to Know About Filial Responsibility for an Estranged Parent
Filial responsibility laws make adult children financially responsible for their parents' long-term care if the parents can't pay. These laws exist in 27 states and can impose civil or criminal penalties. Planning and legal advice can help avoid this financial burden.
Podcast
Episode 5 – Pat Deegan RN – End of life – Importance of planning ahead
5 Pat Deegan RN End of life Importance of planning ahead0:00/918.674251× Planning ahead for end of life allows you to be in control of your life and have your wishes honored until you die. It saves energy, stress and resources for your surviving family members. Diane Carbo:
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Assisted Living - Dangerous, Deceiving and Dysfunctional Part 3
Assisted Living is based on a social model, not a medical model. Families do not realize AL is independent living. You pay for extra services. Medical issues are the family's responsible to take care of their family member.
End of Life Issues
Basic Estate Planning Checklist
Having an estate planning checklist is essential. It helps you stay organized and keep track of your advanced planning decisions.