In estate planning, money and property are distributed after a loved one passes away. Though many people are familiar with wills as a means of distributing assets, trusts can be even more effective. A trust is a legal arrangement where…
As of May 11, 2023, the Covid Public Health Emergency (PHE) has been officially ended. The conclusion of the PHE also ended a requirement of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) that kept people continuously enrolled in Medicaid programs…
In the future, long-term care is expected to undergo major changes, presenting a number of challenges. A multi-faceted approach that includes policy changes, investment in the health care workforce, technology advancements, and a shift toward person-centered and community-based care models…
May 11, 2023, marked the end of the Covid Public Health Emergency (PHE). The conclusion of the PHE also ended a requirement of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) that kept people continuously enrolled in Medicaid programs through the…
Artificial intelligence tools are revolutionizing senior care. Health aides are needed to provide consistent and competent care to an aging population. With the advent of artificial intelligence, senior care is evolving. A growing aging population needs competent and consistent health…
Why wouldn't a family member care for a senior loved one at home instead of paying someone else or transferring them to a healthcare facility? The family member can pay the bills, balance the checkbook, keep the house clean, shop…
Think about how you would feel if you were ill and were unsure whether or not you could afford medical care. Unfortunately, for many Americans, seeking medical care hinges on affordability rather than medical necessity. About half of US adults have gone…
Trusts are generally created when one person or firm manages assets for the benefit of another. The person or entity is known as the trustee and has the responsibility of making decisions in the best interest of the trust beneficiary.…
LASA stands for "look-alike-sound-alike" and is commonly used when referencing medications in healthcare. Both Medicare and Medicaid were started in 1965 under Lyndon B. Johnson's administration in response to the inability of older and low-income people to purchase private insurance. …
Most applicants who meet the eligibility requirements for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are concerned about the monthly payment they will receive. Anyone on a fixed income who can’t work due to a disability needs this information to ensure sufficient…