
Articles for Caregivers
In this section we have listed articles by our staff and contributing authors. These articles are not listed in any particular order. We hope you find them useful and informative.
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Apply for Veterans Benefits Online.
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CCAC accreditation is widely regarded as a "seal of approval" for retirement communities. Accreditation is a voluntary process involving extensive and rigorous self-evaluation by the retirement community's staff, residents, and board of directors and an on-site review by trained CCAC evaluators.
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The average cost for Nursing Home Care is about $50,000 a year. Like many people, you may think Medicare pays for it, but unfortunately it doesn't. Reference: AARP
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· Know the tax implications of selling a home to pay for CCRC care.
· Consult a financial planner.
· Consult an elder-law attorney.
· Some CCRCs provide unlawful deals. Solvency of the project owners can be investigated through state agencies.
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Articles by Clare Absher, RN, BSN
Articles by Karen Rice, M.A., LNHA
What's New In Long-Term Care?
M E D I A T I O N
Family Caregiver Mediation
Home Safety and Dementia
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