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Clark Howard is a famous consumer expert and former host of the nationally syndicated Clark Howard Show. He continues to help people nationwide on his website and podcasts. Howard believes being prepared for future long-term health care expenses is a vital part of retirement planning.
Care Facilities
April 11th, 2026
Recreating Home in a Long-Term Care Facility
Many families are deciding will Mom or Dad stay at home or go into assisted living or another long-term care facility. Can you make a facility seem like home? Do you have the resources to pay for quality care?
Lifestyle
February 16th, 2019
Natural Disaster Challenge – Preparation for You & Older Family Members
All of us should prepare for the unexpected. Often, however, we don’t even prepare for the financial costs and burdens that come with aging. Help older family members prepare for disaster and help your family prepare for your future longevity.
Insurance
April 5th, 2020
Health-Care Costs Becoming Bigger Part of Retirement Planning
With increased longevity, the impact of health care costs become a bigger factor in your retirement planning. Preparing your family and finances for long-term care costs needs to happen before retirement.
Lifestyle
October 12th, 2022
Clutter - Easy Ways to Help Seniors Declutter Their Home
We all collect possessions throughout our lifetime. Clutter can make life more difficult for older adults. Some of these possessions are meaningful; others are "stuff" we collect. Over time clutter can endanger older adults and adversely impact their independence. Decluttering is vital to safety.
People
March 9th, 2024
Mary Tyler Moore: Victim of a Common Disease of Older Adults
Pneumonia kills more than 50,000 Americans each year, most of them age 65 and older. Actress Mary Tyler Moore’s 2017 death is an example. But it is not limited to the elderly.
Insurance
May 13th, 2022
America Entering the ‘Golden Age of Caregiving’
The U.S. has entered the ‘Golden Age of Caregiving’ with more family members becoming caregivers while taking care of their own families and living their own lives. Caregivers work 1.2 billion unpaid hours with over 53 million unpaid caregivers in the United States. Being prepared before retirement is vital.
Lifestyle
March 25th, 2021
Long-Term Care Insurance and Reverse Mortgages
Can reverse mortgages and Long-Term Care Insurance work together to help fund an appropriate plan to address the costs and burdens of aging? For some families, this 'couple' can open cash flow to protect your assets.
Insurance
January 21st, 2024
'Underestimated' Retirement Plan Risk Too Many People Ignore
Underestimated long-term health care costs significantly impact both family dynamics and finances, potentially leading to strained relationships and depleted savings. Proactively addressing these costs in your retirement plan is essential for ensuring emotional and financial well-being during one's golden years.
Lifestyle
September 15th, 2022
Estate Planning Should Not Be Ignored - Seniors Should Get Key Documents in Place
Thinking about the end isn't much fun, yet having a will, is vital. Many older adults feel relieved after sharing their end-of-life wishes. A will is one of several documents that should be prepared sooner than later. Review plans that have been done years ago.
Government
October 10th, 2024
Senior Voting Guide: Strategies To Help Older Adults Vote In Each State
November is an important month at the polls, and your vote matters. In this article, we'll explore many issues seniors face with voting and offer strategies to overcome those challenges. We'll also explain how voting and voter registration requirements differ in each state.
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