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      Hospice vs Palliative Care: Understanding Your Options

      The terms "hospice" and "palliative care" are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion among patients and their families....


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      Tags: Long-Term Care, Senior Health, Home Care

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      Reviewing Senior Care Options

      When an aging loved one needs professional care, it can be a daunting task to evaluate your options. There are many different...


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      Tags: Long-Term Care

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      What to Look for in Long-Term Care Insurance

      Despite the large baby boomer generation, only about 13% of Americans invest in long-term care insurance. While this type of...


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      Tags: Long-Term Care, Finances, Insurance

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      When Should I Get Long-Term Health Insurance?

      While there is no one age that fits every single person when it comes to the best time to buy long-term health insurance, the...


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      Tags: Long-Term Care, Finances, Insurance

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      INFOGRAPHIC: Quick & Easy Guide to Long-Term Care

      We know that when the need for long-term care comes up, it can seem like an overwhelming process to figure out. It's easy to be...


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      What Is a Hybrid Long-Term Care Insurance Policy?

      Until recently, seniors were given just 1 option for purchasing life insurance as well as long-term care insurance. They had to...


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      Tags: Long-Term Care, Finances, Insurance

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      Understanding Palliative Care and Its Benefits

      The senior years bring many challenges, sometimes in the form of serious illnesses. But whether these illnesses are chronic or...


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      Why Do Women Live Longer Than Men?

      It is well-known that women live longer than men. In fact, they tend to live 5 to10 years longer in industrialized nations. In...


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      Tags: Long-Term Care