Long-Term Care Planning
Long-term care insurance news and analysis, including coverage of short-term care insurance, long-term care hybrid products, and other arrangements for paying for long-term and post-acute care.
Risk Assessment Firm Adds LTCI Cost Tool
By Allison BellA new tool can help advisors quantify a risk that few baby boomers want to think about.
May 22, 2012
Filial Responsibility and Long Term CareThe high cost of long-term care is not just a problem for the elderly. In 30 states, Medicaid can go after beneficiaries' children.
May 22, 2012
Filial Responsibility and Long Term CareThe high cost of long-term care is not just a problem for the elderly. In 30 states, Medicaid can go after beneficiaries' children.
May 21, 2012
Risk Assessment Firm Adds LTCI Cost ToolA new tool can help advisors quantify a risk that few baby boomers want to think about.
May 21, 2012
The Best of Both WorldsThe products may be ideal for consumers who could use life insurance and have plenty of assets.
May 21, 2012
Q&A with Maribeth HearnAs executive director of sales and marketing at Shay Health Care Services, Maribeth Hearn has a well-defined target market, a comprehensive approach to social media and a healthy sense of foresight.
May 18, 2012
Don’t Risk It: Hybrid Policies Can Reduce the Risks in Long-Term CareYou can help these clients avoid overpaying for long-term care by using a life insurance policy to provide coverage in the event that long-term care is needed, while simultaneously preserving your clients estate if the need for care does not arise.
May 15, 2012
National Alzheimer's Plan Mentions LTCI, BrieflyThe document drafters don't seem to expect commercial insurers to do much to help consumers.