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Assisted Living Waiver Program: An Essential Guide for Eligibility and Benefits

The Assisted Living Waiver Program is a specialized initiative designed to support seniors and individuals with disabilities who require assistance with daily living activities but wish to avoid institutionalized care. This program is a part of Medicaid, a joint federal and state program that provides health coverage to people with low income, including some low-income …

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What Services Do Assisted Living Facilities Provide?

Assisted Living / By Geoff

Assisted living communities serve seniors who want to maintain their independence while getting help with various non-medical aspects of daily life. Services provided by assisted living facilities are offered in a residential setting and usually include help with activities of daily living (ADLs) like eating, dressing, and bathing. Some assisted living facilities may also offer …

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Assisted Living Levels of Care

Assisted Living / By Geoff

Assisted living is an excellent option for many seniors who can no longer live independently at home but don’t need 24-hour care. Assisted living facilities are able to provide different levels of care to seniors in order to meet their needs. Main Points Most assisted living facilities have three different levels of care Level 1 …

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What is Hospice Care?

Palliative & Hospice / By Geoff

Hospice is end of life holistic medical care that focuses on managing a patient’s pain and symptoms of their conditions. The hospice care team aims to improve a patient’s quality of life and provide them with dignity rather than treating any conditions. Key Points Hospice care provides holistic end of life care focused on symptom …

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Guide to Veterans Benefits for Assisted Living & Long-Term Care

Financial / By Geoff

Updated February 27, 2023 Whether you are a Veteran or not, long-term care costs can add up fast. Fortunately, help may be available for Veterans and their surviving spouses in need of in-home care or living in a facility. Much of your medical support will come from participation in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) …

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What Is Medigap?

Medicare, Insurance / By Geoff

Around 14.5 million people have a Medigap policy which helps the beneficiaries cover the “gaps” of Original Medicare such as benefits, deductibles, and coinsurance.1 Main Points Medigap is a variety of supplemental insurance plans that help cover healthcare costs not covered by Original Medicare and each plan varies in what is covered. An individual with …

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What is Aging In Place? Resources & Tips for Aging At Home

In-home Care, Aging in Place / By Geoff

Aging is an inevitable part of life. The most important thing is to age in the best conditions. For many people, their house is the ideal place to grow old, but many aspects should be considered to have the best experience. Main Points Aging in place refers to the decision to age in your own …

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What Is a Home Health Aide?

In-home Care, Senior Care / By Geoff

Introduction If you find a loved one in need of extra help to properly care for themselves, a home health aide may help provide a safe environment while allowing them the comfort and independence of living at home. Home health aides primarily assist with everyday tasks that your loved one might be struggling with. Main …

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What is a Convalescent Home?

Skilled Nursing, Senior Care / By Geoff

Convalescent homes are designed to provide short term medical care for people who need assistance recovering from an injury, sickness, or surgery. They are not intended to be long-term care solutions nor primarily focused on assistance with activities of daily living. Main Points Convalescent homes serve people who need significant medical care in their recovery …

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What Is Hospice Care at Home?

Palliative & Hospice, In-home Care / By Geoff

Hospice care can be a complex and emotional process but can provide your loved one with as much meaningful care and quality time as possible to improve their quality of life at the end of a terminal illness. Receiving hospice care at home is often the preferred choice of patients as they often feel most …

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