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U.S. Senate Takes Up Supporting Our Seniors Act

Hospice News

have introduced a bill that would establish a national committee to study long-term care in the United States. . Patients in nursing homes on average were in hospice for 109 days of care in 2019, compared to 95 days among those receiving services in a private residence and 161 days in assisted living.

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Long-Term Care Insurance and Senior In-Home Care

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

As individuals and families plan for the future, one crucial consideration is the potential need for long-term care. Aging, illness, or disability can lead to a reduced ability to perform everyday tasks independently, requiring assistance and support. The care must also be longer than 3-months to quality.

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Does Medicare and Supplemental Insurance Pay for Long-Term Care?

Elder Care Matters

I’m often surprised how many people are shocked to learn that Medicare and Supplemental Insurance does not cover Long-Term care costs. Medicare and Supplemental… The post Does Medicare and Supplemental Insurance Pay for Long-Term Care? appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Caring for the Unrepresented: A Podcast with Joe Dixon, Timothy Farrell, Yael Zweig

GeriPal

So it defines unrepresented as someone who lacks decisional capacity to provide informed consent to a particular medical treatment. So for example, you know, the director of the assisted living facility could be the person who knows the patient the best. And that can really inform what your own institutional policy is.

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Ways To Prepare for Long-Term Care Expenses

Caregiver Support Services

The likelihood of needing long-term care increases as you age, and the expenses that come with long-term care also increase. These costs are normal, but the high price point can still catch many off guard, which is why it’s important to prepare for long-term care expenses sooner rather than later.

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Regulatory Focus in Hospice Giving Buyers Pause in M&A Deals

Hospice News

The level of Medicare audit activity has increased, with a particular focus on long stay hospice patients and hospice patients who reside in long-term care and [assisted living] facilities,” Young told Hospice News in an email.

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Preparing for a Secure Retirement as a Minority Nurse

Minority Nurse

Plan for long-term care : Long-term care insurance helps safeguard your retirement savings from the steep expenses of assisted living or nursing home care. The key is planning early and making informed decisions throughout your career.

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