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Long Term Care Insurance - What You Should Know...

Overview

Long Term Care (LTC) insurance can play a critical role in the overall financial planning process, providing a variety of important benefits:

It is one of the most viable means for covering the costs associated with long term care, helping you protect your retirement assets for their intended purpose. 

It enables you to control where you receive care, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, adult day care centers, and home settings- where many people prefer to stay. 

It is less expensive than you might think.  The cost of coverage is based on your age and health when you apply.  So the younger and healthier you are, the lower the premiums.

Current Coverage

Many people mistakenly believe they are covered for long term care, but this assistance is not typically covered by health or long term disability insurance.  Government programs like Medicare pay only for short periods of care, while Medicaid covers only the very poor - those whose assets are at or below required levels.  The Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, signed by President Bush in February 2006, makes it more difficult for people to transfer personal assets in order to qualify for Medicaid coverage for long term care in nursing homes.

Financial Plan

Family and friends will always be there for you, especially when you may need care.  By covering the costs of assistance from healthcare and homecare professionals you will be guaranteeing quality time with your loved ones.  Long Term Care insurance will provide you and your family access to care planning expertise, advice, and resources. 

Get the Facts

Planning for Long Term Care is your responsibility, but you don't have to figure it out on your own.  Turn to a trusted insurance advisor to find out how you can plan for your financial future and future care needs. 

 

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