Paying for in-home, assisted living, or nursing home care is incredibly expensive in North Carolina. Learn why it's important to create a well-rounded long-term care plan that includes legal, financial, and health care tools to protect you and your family.
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Power of Attorney AbuseThe durable power of attorney document is a staple of any estate plan. This valuable document gives another individual, your "agent," the power to make financial decisions on your behalf.
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Realistic Expectations When Seeing A NeurologistIf you are preparing to visit the neurologist with a loved one that may have a cognitive impairment, it's important to prepare yourself and your loved one ahead of time.
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Long-Term Care TaxSome state governments are considering implementing a tax for those that do not have a long-term care insurance policy.
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What Is Long-Term Care Insurance and What Does It Cover?This type of insurance is not just “nursing home” coverage but is insurance that helps assure you of continued independence and protects your personal assets.
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How Much Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cost?This type of insurance is not just “nursing home” coverage but is insurance that helps assure you of continued independence and protects your personal assets
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3 Tips on How to Talk to Your Parents About The Importance of Having A PlanNo one wants to think about planning for possibly needing some form of long-term care or death, but it is an important conversation we all need to have.
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What To Do When Mom Or Dad Won’t Go To The Doctor?When an aging parent does not want to visit the doctor, it can be tough to navigate the situation as their child. You only want what is best for them.
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Basic Guide to Long-Term Care & Estate PlanningAs life expectancies have increased, the likelihood of needing some form of long-term care in our lifetimes has also increased.
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When Should I Start Planning for Long-Term Care Needs?Carolina FEP usually suggests beginning planning in your 50s-70s, but the younger and healthier you are, the more options you will have available.
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Planning for the Future After a Dementia DiagnosisBecause dementia typically gets progressively worse, it is important to plan now for the type of care you want, and who you want to make medical decisions.