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10 Steps to Less Stressful Caretaking
Caring for an elderly loved one can be exhausting and stressful. Here are some ways to take care...
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What Does the Recession Mean for Long-Term Care?
The current economic downturn could affect where elder care is provided and who provides that care...
Read moreLiving and Dying in a Long-Term Care Facility: Notes From a Nursing Home Doctor
A geriatrician offers an eye-opening, behind-the-scenes look at the long-term care system from a nursing home physician's perspective.
Read moreRetirement Home Can Force Resident to Move to Higher Level of Care
A federal court has ruled that a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) can force one of its residents...
Read moreHow to Cope With Big Rate Hikes on Long-Term Care Policies
If you have long-term care insurance, brace for the possibility of a steep increase in premiums this year . . .
Read moreCourt Rules That Aunt Who Helped Nephew Buy Home in Exchange for the Promise of a Place to Live Has a Case
Often seniors will make deals with other members of their family to secure their care or living arrangements . . .
Read moreStudy Finds Top Nursing Home Chains' Focus on Low Labor Costs Reduces Care Quality
A new analysis reveals that the largest for-profit nursing homes typically maintain staffing levels nearly one-third lower than non-profit . . . ...
Read moreMedicare Fraud Costs Billions: Here's How You Can Help
Medicare fraud is often in the news, but what is it, exactly? Fraud costs Medicare an estimated $60 billion a year and contributes to the rising cost of health care for all Americans. . .
Read morePACE Helps Elderly Remain at Home Instead of Moving to a Nursing Home
Most seniors want to be able to stay at home as long as they can instead of moving into a nursing home. . .
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