Federal law requires states to seek reimbursement from the assets, usually homes, of people who died after receiving benefits for long-term care.
Category: Elder Care
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Nursing Home Staffing Shortages and Other Problems Still Persist
Infection control lapses, severe staffing shortages and lowering vaccination rates have continued to plague many facilities beyond the pandemic.
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‘Financial Ruin Is Baked Into the System’: Readers Debate Long-Term Care Costs
Thousands of people shared their experiences and related to the financial drain on families portrayed in the Dying Broke series.
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Difficult Choices for Some Long-Term Care Policyholders
After a settlement of a lawsuit, Genworth, the biggest holder of the policies, said customers could get reduced benefits or face significant increases in premiums.
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What to Know About Long-Term Care Insurance
Deciding when, or whether, to buy long-term care insurance can be complex. Here’s what to know.
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What to Know about Long-Term Care Insurance
Deciding when, or whether, to buy long-term care insurance can be complex. Here’s what to know.
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Extra Fees Drive Assisted Living Profits
The add-ons pile up: $93 for medications, $50 for cable TV. Prices soar as the industry leaves no service unbilled. The housing option is out of reach for many families.
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A Guide to Assisted Living
The facilities can look like luxury apartments or modest group homes, and can vary in pricing structures. Here’s a guide.
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Facing Financial Run as Costs Soar for Elder Care
The United States has no coherent system for providing long-term care, leading many who are aging to struggle to stay independent or to rely on a patchwork of solutions.
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What Long-Term Care Looks Like Around the World
Most countries spend more than the United States on care, but middle class and affluent people still bear a substantial portion of the costs.
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As Covid Infections Rise, Nursing Homes Are Still Waiting for Vaccines
Now that the U.S. government has stepped back from issuing vaccines, long-term care operators have yet to start administering shots to protect one of the most vulnerable populations.