Senior Living

When it comes to long-term care, which type of care is cheaper? A common misperception is that receiving care at hom...

An increasing number of people are paying for funerals in advance, but it is important to shop around before prepaying.

A nationally known gerontologist found that helping his own mother navigate the long-term care system was more difficult than he ever imagined. He and his sister share their experiences and offer prescriptions for change.

A class action filed 14 years ago by an elder law professor on behalf of thousands of New York nursing home residents who were defrauded by a state program has resulted in an $11 million settlement. On December 28, 2006,...

States are becoming more aggressive about collecting reimbursement for Medicaid nursing home care, and families of d...

Most Americans are unaware of the costs of long-term care and overestimate the amount that government programs like ...

An attorney and financial planner helps adult children broach the subject of future planning with their parents and provides a framework for discussion once the conversation gets rolling.

Long-term care costs can devastate a family's financial well-being if not appropriately planned for. One way to pla...

Although many people are willing to voluntarily care for a parent or loved one without any promise of compensation, entering into a caregiver contract with a family member can have many benefits. ...

Medicaid 101