December 2015
A lot of consumers don’t consider buying a long-term care policy until well after retirement, but most insurance experts advise people to look into their options sooner. What is the right age to buy insurance? There is no right answer, but it makes sense to do your planning at whatever age you seriously begin planning […]
December 2015
It’s not surprising that many people would rather avoid the topic of long-term care, as it involves sensitive subjects like finances, aging and health concerns. However, it’s important to engage in conversations with parents and relatives about long-term care and develop a plan to guard against the threat of needing it. Here are some easy […]
December 2015
It’s common for people to avoid buying long-term care insurance because they believe the process is too confusing or complicated. However, investing in a long-term care policy only requires making four simple decisions, which include choosing a maximum benefit, a monthly benefit, an inflation feature and the elimination period. Plans are based on a maximum […]
December 2015
Retirement planning is becoming a high priority for people over 50. Yet, many consumers don’t factor in potential long-term care needs when planning for life after retirement. What’s more alarming is that roughly 70 percent of people who live beyond age 65 will need some form of long-term care before they die. The likelihood of […]
December 2015
New Year’s Resolutions for 2016: Lose weight and get fit Eat healthier and diet Create a long term care plan Yes, it may seem odd, but creating a long term care plan should absolutely be at the top of your new year’s resolutions list for 2016. Here are 3 reasons why you should start your […]
December 2015
Did you know there are warning signs that can indicate when an aging love one needs long-term care? There’s no better time to look out for these warning signs than the holidays when families are together. One red flag to note involves trouble with driving. Since aging loved ones may be driving long distances in […]
December 2015
This holiday season, give your parent or spouse the gift of security by having them start thinking about long-term care planning. To ensure they get the best care possible down the road, they should begin planning today, while more options are available to them. It’s also crucial for families to note any signs indicating that […]
December 2015
The Importance of Planning Did you know around 70 percent of people over the age of 65 will require some sort of long-term care? However, this doesn’t mean you have to wait until retirement to start planning for long-term care. A long-term care event can occur at any age and there’s no better time than […]
December 2015
Newman Long Term Care Clients discuss why they purchased long term care insurance, and how they believe it will help them avoid becoming a burden to their loved ones. For more on the LTCI products available from NewmanLTC, visit www.newmanlongtermcare.com or call 800-625-9267. We are licensed in all 50 states.
December 2015
Long Term Care: What does it cost?