In this article we look at the potential policies put forth by the incoming Biden Administration. With a Democratic president, the House with a Democratic majority, and a closely divided Senate we could see more moderation and consistency in policy.…
The largest types of insurance fraud are scams which target government and private health care insurers. Scammers frequently target government insurance like Medicare by stealing newly issued medical ID cards and then stealing identities. The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud estimates that tens…
A study conducted by The Blackstone Group, an independent research firm, on behalf of Bankers Life Center for a Secure Retirement highlights concerning data regarding middle-income baby boomer retirement care preparedness. According to the survey above, the bleak financial reality of…
Many adult children in the US live far away from their parents. Managing aging parents or in-law medical events can be a serious challenge without proper preparation and understanding of what your parents' strategy may or may not be, no…
Continuing care retirement communities (CCRC) are becoming popular retirement choices in the United States. Sometimes referred to as life plan communities, the goal is to provide a long-term care option for older residents. These residents prefer to live in the…
Even in the best of circumstances, adults living in senior communities and long-term care facilities fight loneliness and isolation, which is linked to anxiety, depression, cardiovascular disease, and other ailments. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and…
Nursing homes by their very communal nature and frequent movement by staff among rooms create conditions where viruses and disease can easily spread. Before the coronavirus pandemic, a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report in 2019 found that 82 percent of…
Your right to vote is one fundamental basis of being a citizen – yet you could lose your right if you become a ward in a guardianship. Having a strong power of attorney is essential to avoid that drastic, but…
Families with loved ones who are most vulnerable to the coronavirus, yet still require caregiving have new challenges to meet. Family caregivers that use to aid their family directly, now find themselves learning how to be long-distance providers during this…
There are a variety of home health care services available, ranging from taking care of daily household tasks to medical care. Before identifying a health care service for information, get a clear idea of what you are in the market…