Category 'Paying for Eldercare'

U.S. Faces the Growing Challenges of an Aging Population

During the next 30 years, the number of Americans over the age of 65 and the proportion of those individuals over 85 are expected to double, impacting the economy, employment, healthcare and social services.

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House Calls Are Making a Comeback

A new federal program called the Independence at Home Demonstration will test the effectiveness of providing healthcare to thousands of chronically ill Medicare patients in their own homes, allowing them to remain there instead of potentially entering long-term care facilities.

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We can't afford to neglect dementia research

We all hope never to endure having our minds slowly diminished and devoured by dementia, but the odds of that are worse than you might know. In fact, there's about a 40% chance that your brain is programmed to self-destruct while you're in your 80s. Your chances of developing dementia increase steadily every year.

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New Deductibility Levels for Long Term Care Insurance

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently announced increased deductibility levels for long-term care insurance policies purchased in 2011.  Some long term care insurance help those insured pay for home care services.  "Tax advantaged long-term care insurance remains one of the few remai...

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Making Decisions for Palliative Care

When a loved one is battling a terminal illness, there is a lot to think about. You want to do everything you can to get your loved one the best care possible. Fortunately, there are healthcare options available from Right at Home in South Jersey specifically designed for the needs of the terminally...

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The New Medicare House-Call Initiative

Aging adults in South Jersey sometimes find it difficult to keep important Doctor’s visits due to numerous factors. First of all, just making and keeping the appointment can be a challenge, then arranging transportation if they are not able to drive and maneuvering equipment suc...

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Leaving hospice early may increase costs and health risks

Hospice can be a difficult thing. While our elderly loved ones are getting the help they need, they usually don't want to be there and often want to go to the comfort of their own home. Now studies are showing that leaving hospice early may mean health risks and high expenses for those who...

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Covering the costs of long term care

Long term care can be pricey. But it is important to weigh out all costs and options before making any decisions. Once a decision is made, you may feel like "How will I cover these costs?" Below is an article from US News that can help you figure out ways to cover long term costs...

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Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Act

The Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Act, passed in April 2010, included a broad array of additions and updates to the benefits provided to Veterans. With 10 segments focused on different areas, the Omnibus Health Act has passed some major reforms. Here, Right at Home takes a close look at the...

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Long Term Care Insurance

According to Mark Twain, you should never put off until tomorrow what you can put off until the day after tomorrow.  That advice might work for procrastinators, but when it comes to planning for long term care, it is dangerous advice. People in South Jersey are living longer.&n...

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