Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. John Samuels is the Founder/CEO of Wellworth healthcare advisory firm. Time is running out to prepare for America’s caregiving ...

More than 2 million Americans live in long-term care — a nursing home, assisted living or other residential care facility. Many of us may pay regular visits to a family member, friend, or neighbor, ...

A majority of American adults are banking on a government safety net to provide long-term care when they’re older. But they may be in for a surprise when they learn that this program doesn’t cover ...

If there is one topic that clients dislike talking about more than death and taxes, it is the possibility of a protracted illness or infirmity. The mere suggestion that they or their spouse may at ...

As Congress looks for ways to reduce the federal deficit, Medicaid is in the spotlight. Last week, the GOP-led House passed a budget framework that allows both chambers of Congress to work on a major ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Long-term care (LTC) insurance helps cover costs for individuals requiring extended care due ...

After years of caregiving stress, moving my father into long-term care restored his dignity and gave our family relief.

People are banking on a government safety net that isn't there A majority of American adults are banking on a government safety net to provide long-term care when they're older. But they may be in for ...