Long Term Care News Feb 2013

More long-term care beds coming to P.E.I.
Health PEI has issued a request-for-proposals looking for a private operator to provide 55 more long-term care beds in the province. (Fri, 01 Feb 2013 01:50:04 -0800)

More long-term care beds coming to P.E.I.
Health PEI has issued a request-for-proposals looking for a private operator to provide 55 more long-term care beds in the province. (Fri, 01 Feb 2013 03:09:33 -0800)

Ageless: More options available to help older people with long-term care
Millions of families are beginning to grapple with the one major health expense for which most Americans are not insured: long-term care. (Fri, 01 Feb 2013 14:23:18 -0800)

Long-term care now part of Illinois Medicaid program
CHICAGO (AP) -- State officials say Illinois is moving toward the second phase of a new program for those in the Medicaid system. The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services made the announcement. Officials say starting Friday there will be new services for more than 40,000 people in the Integrated Care Program. Those services include nursing home care and home and community-based ... (Fri, 01 Feb 2013 14:55:10 -0800)

As America ages, senior care options flourish
WASHINGTON - Millions of families are beginning to grapple with the one major health expense for which most Americans are not insured: long-term care. (Sat, 02 Feb 2013 22:14:31 -0800)

On the Money: Discuss long-term care with family
Millions of families are beginning to grapple with the one major health expense for which most Americans are not insured: long-term care. (Sun, 03 Feb 2013 00:11:44 -0800)

As America ages, senior care options flourish - Sun, 03 Feb 2013 PST
Millions of families are beginning to grapple with the one major health expense for which most Americans are not insured: long-term care. About 10 million seniors currently rely on others ... (Sun, 03 Feb 2013 00:20:40 -0800)

Deductions from long-term care residents were illegal and wrong
ANALYSIS:The question now is whether residents of other institutions are entitled to compensation (Sun, 03 Feb 2013 17:11:50 -0800)

SENIOR SIGNALS: Considering Adult day care/adult day health care
Daniel O. Tully Both adult day care and adult day health care can give caregivers an occasional or a regular respite from caretaking. In the case of caretakers who work outside jobs, it delays permanent long-term care. (Sun, 03 Feb 2013 23:19:45 -0800)

Senior Signals: The benefits of adult day care and adult day health care
Both adult day care and adult day health care can give caregivers an occasional or a regular respite from caretaking. In the case of caretakers who work outside jobs, it delays permanent long-term care. (Sun, 03 Feb 2013 23:36:58 -0800)

Do I have enough long-term care insurance?
Dear Insurance Adviser,I have a long-term care insurance policy for a lifetime benefit that costs $1,292 a year. The company is offering a five-year benefit for a reduced cost of $883. I would like to ... (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:00:35 -0800)

AmWINS Program Underwriters Expands Long-Term Care Underwriting Capabilities With Acquisition of CIMI Professional
AmWINS Program Underwriters , an AmWINS Group company , is pleased to announce that AmWINS has acquired certain assets of CIMI Professional. CIMI Professional is a (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:00:00 -0800)

Analyst says health care investors view long-term
Health care service providers likely saw weak demand in the final quarter of 2012, but that may have limited impact on their shares. Investors are focused on longer-term gains from the national health ... (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 10:04:56 -0800)

SynerMed and the California Long-Term Care Education Center to Add Thousands of Jobs to California Economy and Improve ...
SynerMed, Inc., announced today that it is partnering with the California Long-Term Care Education Center to transform IHSS education and create a care coordination model (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:02:00 -0800)

Do I Have Enough Long-Term Care Insurance?
A good insurance plan covers long-term care for as long as you need it. How long might that be? (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:22:25 -0800)

Survey: Isle residents 50+ unprepared for long-term care cost
A new survey exploring the views of older Hawaii residents on long-term care shows that nearly 64 percent of people ages 50 and above are not confident they can afford to pay for one year in a nursing home, according to the American Association of Retired Persons. Fifty percent of respondents say they are not confident they can afford the cost of care for one year in their home. Click here for ... (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:48:39 -0800)

Feds give permission to privatize long-term Medicaid care
TALLAHASSEE – The Obama administration Monday gave Florida permission to transfer part of its Medicaid program to private health-care companies beginning this summer. (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:28:49 -0800)

Feds: Long-term Medicaid care can go private
TALLAHASSEE – The Obama administration Monday gave Florida permission to transfer part of its Medicaid program to private health-care companies beginning this summer. (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:00:17 -0800)

Fla. moving ahead with Medicaid privatization
Federal health officials gave Florida the green light to enroll long-term care patients into a statewide Medicaid privatization program. (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:27:26 -0800)

Older voters: Ban texting while driving, improve home health care and stop online sales tax cheats
Banning texting while driving, providing adequate home and community-based long-term care services and closing the loophole that allows online retailers to have an unfair advantage in their competition against bricks-and-mortar stores are three of the top legislative priorities for Florida voters age 50 and over, regardless of party affiliation,  according to a new AARP survey. The most “eye ... (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:36:29 -0800)

Looking at long-term care?
When shopping for long-term care insurance, you'll find three main options: a stand-alone long-term care, or LTC, policy, a fixed annuity with LTC benefits and a life insurance policy with an LTC rider. (Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:38:32 -0800)

Will Your Long-Term Care Coverage Keep Up With Changing Times?
Many long-term care policies sold 30 years ago didn't specifically cover assisted living facilities. Policyholders rely on clauses that say new kinds of care will be covered when it becomes available, but the ultimate decision rests with insurers. (Tue, 05 Feb 2013 07:36:04 -0800)

Florida Gets Okay to Shift Medicaid Long-Term Care for Seniors to Managed Care
Medicaid-eligible seniors needing long-term care likely will start enrolling later this year in managed care - in their homes! (Tue, 05 Feb 2013 09:45:41 -0800)

Long-term planning required for regional health care
Focusing on regional health care companies and institutions, an editorial in the Jan. 16 edition of Bluffton Today states, "It only makes sense that medical facilities are built in areas where the patients are and where future patients will be. (Tue, 05 Feb 2013 21:17:56 -0800)

Health Q&A: Long-term care, maternity coverage, switching insurers
This week, I am answering readers' questions about maternity coverage requirements in the new health insurance exchanges, long-term-care insurance and switching employer health plans. (Tue, 05 Feb 2013 23:37:14 -0800)

Feds clear way for Fla. to enroll Medicaid recipients into private plans
The waiver approved by HHS means elderly people who need long-term care can be put in programs that will offer services in their homes and help them stay out of nursing homes, the Associated Press reports. (Wed, 06 Feb 2013 02:16:38 -0800)

Genworth Declines as Long-Term Care Insurance Falters
Genworth Financial Inc. fell the most in a month as Chief Executive Officer Tom McInerney said he was disappointed by lower profit from long-term care coverage. (Wed, 06 Feb 2013 07:20:08 -0800)

The New Old Age Blog: For Women, Reduced Access to Long-Term Care Insurance
Gender-distinct pricing is a strategy that will raise long-term care insurance rates for single women by as much as 40 percent beginning in April. (Wed, 06 Feb 2013 10:50:52 -0800)

Medicare, Medicaid and long-term care
Last time, I discussed the need for long-term care planning and the role that long-term care insurance can play. (Wed, 06 Feb 2013 18:08:03 -0800)

As America ages, options for senior care begin to flourish
WASHINGTON -- Millions of families are beginning to grapple with the one major health expense for which most Americans are not insured: long-term care. (Wed, 06 Feb 2013 21:21:48 -0800)

Former NAELA President Appointed to Long-Term Care Commission
Past President to Serve on Commission on Long-Term Care Services and SupportsWashington, D.C. (PRWEB) February 07, 2013 House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi appointed Judith Stein, longtime member, Past President, and Fellow of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), to the National Commission on Long-Term Care. Leader Pelosi’s other appointments include SCAN Foundation President Dr ... (Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:42:36 -0800)

LTC Global Names New Executive Vice President – Sales as Part of Major Growth Strategy
Rob Cohen named Executive Vice President - Sales of ACSIA Long Term Care, Inc. and United Insurance Group, Inc. Cohen plans major growth strategy for both companies. (PRWeb February 08, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:38:24 -0800)

As Flu Season Peaks, Seniors Hit Hardest and Long Term Care Facilities Remain Vulnerable
Flu season this year has been notably severe and especially hard on the elderly. To help combat spread of the illness, PharmScript, an East Coast-based long-term care pharmacy, offers 8 tips for senior living communities to help keep residents healthy and keep the Flu at bay.Edison, NJ (PRWEB) February 08, 2013 The Flu is attacking the elderly at historically high rates this season. For most ... (Fri, 08 Feb 2013 06:16:32 -0800)

The Long-Term Care Financing Crisis
The Obama Administration’s suspension of the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act provisions of the Affordable Care Act halted a new federal entitlement program that was fiscally unsound. (Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:05:53 -0800)

Inflation a factor in long-term care plans
A few weeks ago, we discussed long-term care insurance and how it can be used to safeguard your assets in the event that you need extended care to help with your activities of daily living. The discussion continues today. (Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:57:59 -0800)

Long-term planning required for regional health care
Focusing on regional health care companies and institutions, an editorial in the Jan. 16 edition of Bluffton Today states, "It only makes sense that medical facilities are built in areas where the patients are and where future patients will be. (Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:06:24 -0800)

Survey: Kona seniors aware of long-term health costs, not prepared
Only one-third of older Kona residents believe they have sufficient personal savings or insurance coverage for their long-term care as they age, an AARP survey released Friday says. (Sat, 09 Feb 2013 02:08:00 -0800)

Elderly concerned about care
The majority of East Hawaii’s elderly fear they won’t be able to afford long-term care when they need it, according to the results of a new survey. (Sat, 09 Feb 2013 02:21:20 -0800)

Social care cap 'set at £75,000'
Elderly people in England will not have to pay more than £75,000 for long-term social care after 2017, the health secretary is set to say on Monday. (Sat, 09 Feb 2013 05:14:22 -0800)

How can you pay for long-term care?
The options if you need to find the money for a home or help (Sun, 10 Feb 2013 00:47:28 -0800)

Nick Clegg: How we'll change unfair care system for pensioners
Nobody will be forced to sell their home to pay for long-term care under Government reform plans, writes Nick Clegg, the Deputy Prime Minister (Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:59:26 -0800)

Report: New long-term care facility needed in Beckley
The state should build a new long-term care facility in Beckley because maintenance costs for the current hospital far exceed those of any other similar facility, according to a report from the West Virginia Legislative Auditor. It costs up to $2 millio... (Sun, 10 Feb 2013 12:19:14 -0800)

'Miserly' social care will benefit one pensioner in five
Fewer than one in five pensioners will benefit from government plans to limit the cost of long-term care for the elderly, an analysis has found. (Sun, 10 Feb 2013 15:39:39 -0800)

Senior care options flourish
By The Associated Press WASHINGTON — Millions of families are beginning to grapple with the one major health expense for which most Americans are not insured: long-term care. About ... (Sun, 10 Feb 2013 21:19:57 -0800)

Social care reforms: Almost 2 million pensioners will be denied state help
Andrew Dilnot, the economist brought in by the Government to reform long-term elderly care, has said he regrets ministers' decision to defy the central recommendation of his review. (Mon, 11 Feb 2013 01:46:17 -0800)

New Gender Based Pricing in Long Term Care Insurance Provides Consumer Value Now
Long Term Care Insurance Premiums will soon be gender based. Those who wish to plan for the physical, emotional and financial burdens Long Term Care places on family and friends should investigate now according to ACSIA. (PRWeb February 11, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Mon, 11 Feb 2013 07:13:39 -0800)

What to Do When Long-Term-Care Insurance Premiums Rise
Most insurers let you reduce coverage to avoid a rate hike. (Mon, 11 Feb 2013 08:45:54 -0800)

How to Choose a Long-Term-Care Facility for a Loved One
This step-by-step guide can help you find the right place to meet your loved one's needs. (Mon, 11 Feb 2013 08:56:26 -0800)

Care bills to be capped at £75,000
Bills for long-term care in old age are to be capped at £75,000 in England, in a £1 billion move to be funded by dragging more people into the inheritance tax net, it has been announced. (Mon, 11 Feb 2013 09:58:22 -0800)

UK & World News: Care bills to be capped at £75,000
Bills for long-term care in old age are to be capped at £75,000 in England, in a £1 billion move to be funded by dragging more people into the inheritance tax net, it has been announced. (Mon, 11 Feb 2013 11:22:41 -0800)

Social care costs in England to be capped at £75k
BILLS for long-term care in old age are to be capped at £75,000 in England, in a £1 billion move to be funded by making more people pay inheritance tax.. (Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:17:36 -0800)

What to Do When Long - Term - Care Insurance Premiums Rise
Most insurers let you reduce coverage to avoid a rate hike. (Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:45:54 GMT)

Trusted Quote Creates Valentine’s Day Campaign to Support the LIFE Foundation and “Insure Your Love”
Trusted Quote, a top national brokerage of insurance products for life, long term care, vision, dental, and more, announces a Valentine’s Day advertising campaign in support of the (Tue, 12 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0800)

Anthony Hilton: Long-term care picture gets clearer
At the annual conference of the Association of British Insurers a couple of years ago, Business Secretary Vince Cable described the costs of long-term care as being one of the biggest challenges faced by the Government. (Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:59:08 -0800)

UHS-Pruitt Corporation Chairman & C.E.O. - Neil Pruitt, Jr. Appointed To Commission On Long-Term Care
NORCROSS, Ga., Feb. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- UHS-Pruitt Corporation Chairman & C.E.O. Neil L. Pruitt, Jr. was appointed today by Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (KY) to serve on the newly-created ... (Tue, 12 Feb 2013 07:02:00 -0800)

£75,000 cap on bills for long-term care disappoints campaigners
National Pensioners Convention says reforms announced by Jeremy Hunt are 'about as credible as a Findus lasagne' Bills for long-term care in old age are to be capped at £75,000 in England, in a £1bn move to be funded by dragging more people into the inheritance tax net, it has been announced. Jeremy Hunt, the health secretary, told the Commons that the "historic" reforms would save thousands of ... (Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:44:22 -0800)

Anthony Hilton: Long - term care picture gets clearer
At the annual conference of the Association of British Insurers a couple of years ago, Business Secretary Vince Cable described the costs of long - term care as being one of the biggest challenges faced by the Government. (Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:59:08 GMT)

UHS-Pruitt Corporation Chairman & C.E.O. - Neil Pruitt, Jr. Appointed To Commission On Long - Term Care
NORCROSS, Ga., Feb. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- UHS-Pruitt Corporation Chairman & C.E.O. Neil L. Pruitt, Jr. was appointed today by Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (KY) to serve on the newly-created ... (Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:02:00 GMT)

Leading Long-Term Care Insurance Agency Broadens Scope, Offering Group Plans for Worksites and Expanded Options for ...
KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Until recently, long-term care financing has been offered to Americans primarily in the home; and the means of financing has been limited to LTC insurance, ... (Wed, 13 Feb 2013 03:00:00 -0800)

Medline Launches Comprehensive Solution to Help Long-Term Care Providers Elevate Quality Standards, Enhance Staff ...
MUNDELEIN, Ill. -- Perhaps at no other time in the history of long-term care in the United States has there been so much pressure on skilled nursing facilities to improve resident care -- from Medicare's ... (Wed, 13 Feb 2013 09:40:44 -0800)

Leading Long - Term Care Insurance Agency Broadens Scope, Offering Group Plans for Worksites and Expanded Options for ...
KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Until recently, long - term care financing has been offered to Americans primarily in the home; and the means of financing has been limited to LTC insurance, ... (Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:00:00 GMT)

Medline Launches Comprehensive Solution to Help Long - Term Care Providers Elevate Quality Standards, Enhance Staff ...
MUNDELEIN, Ill. -- Perhaps at no other time in the history of long - term care in the United States has there been so much pressure on skilled nursing facilities to improve resident care -- from Medicare's ... (Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:40:44 GMT)

House approves long - term care background check bill
The Kentucky House has sent legislation to the Senate that would require future hires of long - term care agencies in the state to submit to fingerprint checks as part of a new background check program (Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:46:34 GMT)

Brimstone Allon Enterprises Launches Dietary Manager Online
Brimstone Allon Enterprises has launched Dietary Manager Online, a web enabled dietary management software program for long - term care , assisted living facilities, and hospitals. This innovative new food ... (Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:37:35 GMT)

The New Old Age Blog: A New Commission: Time to Cheer or Yawn?
In place of the Class Act, Congress has created a new Commission on Long-Term Care. Some doubt it will lead to anything. (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 03:36:24 -0800)

Molina Healthcare of Florida Selected to Participate in Florida Long-Term Care Program
Molina Healthcare, Inc. today announced that the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration has awarded to Molina Healthcare of Florida, Inc., contracts in three regions under the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care program. (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 04:00:00 -0800)

Long Term Care group details nursing home corrective actions
A watchdog group's quarterly report contains actions taken against nursing homes or their employees during late 2012. (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 05:22:46 GMT)

Long term healthcare, a history of changes
Lafayette Health Care Center Administrator Rich Wisdahl explains changes in long term care. -Photo: Joyce Marie Taylor (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:08:58 -0800)

Long-term care policies will soon cost more for women
The gender gap is about to get a little wider as the formerly egalitarian long-term care insurance market starts charging higher prices for women. While life insurance has long been priced by sex, companies ... (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 09:56:11 -0800)

Aegon eyes UK LTC market but others are more cautious
Provider says it is looking at entering the long - term care insurance market. (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:29:22 GMT)

Advisers attack Govt for ignoring Dilnot's £35k cap proposal
Advisers have criticised the Government for failing to implement Andrew Dilnot’s proposed £35,000 long - term care cost cap. (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:29:43 GMT)

The New Old Age Blog: A New Commission: Time to Cheer or Yawn?
In place of the Class Act, Congress has created a new Commission on Long - Term Care . Some doubt it will lead to anything. (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:36:24 GMT)

Molina Healthcare of Florida Selected to Participate in Florida Long - Term Care Program
Molina Healthcare, Inc. today announced that the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration has awarded to Molina Healthcare of Florida, Inc., contracts in three regions under the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long - Term Care program. (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 12:00:00 GMT)

Long term healthcare, a history of changes
Lafayette Health Care Center Administrator Rich Wisdahl explains changes in long term care . -Photo: Joyce Marie Taylor (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:08:58 GMT)

Long - term care policies will soon cost more for women
The gender gap is about to get a little wider as the formerly egalitarian long - term care insurance market starts charging higher prices for women. While life insurance has long been priced by sex, companies ... (Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:56:11 GMT)

Office in Port Clinton broadens its scope
PORT CLINTON — Until recently, long - term care financing has been offered to Americans primarily in the home; and the means of financing has been limited to LTC insurance, for the most part. That’s no longer so with LTC Financial Partners, one of America’s largest and most experienced LTC agencies. (Fri, 15 Feb 2013 03:09:39 GMT)

Seniors denied sufficient health care, advocate charges
Very sick seniors are being denied the health care they need because they are being booted out of hospital too soon and can’t get into long-term care homes, a seniors’ advocacy group charges. Pressure ends up being brought to bear on ambulance services because many seniors are too sick to stay in their own homes or in retirement homes and need to go back to hospital, said Jane Meadus, a lawyer ... (Fri, 15 Feb 2013 04:06:27 -0800)

Lincoln Financial Group Offers 2013 Product Trends Impacting Life Insurance and Annuity Markets
RADNOR, Pa., Feb. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Financial security with flexibility, an evolving combination/Long Term Care (LTC) product market, risk managed strategies, and tax deferrals are some of the trends ... (Fri, 15 Feb 2013 06:00:00 -0800)

NHC Reports Year End Earnings
National HealthCare Corporation , the nation's oldest publicly traded long - term health care company, today announced net income available to common shareholders of $49,286,000 or $3.56 per share basic for the year ended December 31, 2012, compared to $55,401,000 or $4.02 per share basic for the year ended December 31, 2011, a decrease of 11.0%. (Fri, 15 Feb 2013 10:00:00 GMT)

Residents worry about hospital services
Some Advocate Harbour residents are concerned they are losing health services after the palliative- care beds at the community’s health centre were transitioned to long - term - care beds. (Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:15:40 GMT)

Free GP care for long-term ill patients
Legislation to provide free GP care to people with long-term illnesses will be published in the current Dáil term, Minister for Health James Reilly has said. (Sat, 16 Feb 2013 00:48:56 -0800)

Federal, state governments preparing for need for aides
The federal and state government have taken an interest recently in long-term care. And some of their actions could have an impact on long-term-care workers, such as certified nursing assistants and home health aides. (Sat, 16 Feb 2013 17:38:01 -0800)

Medicaid bank record check costly for Keene woman
For 93-year-old Martha Mack, navigating the application process for long-term home or community care Medicaid has been arduous and too expensive on her $1,000 a month Social Security income. (Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:26:23 -0800)

Women less likely to plan for long-term care
Northwestern Mutual conducts studies periodically to take a pulse on the thoughts and concerns of its consumers. The company's most recent report, titled "Long-Term Care Awareness Study," aligned with November's national recognition as Long-Term Care Awareness Month. (Sat, 16 Feb 2013 22:07:07 -0800)

How to cope with long term care costs
Government proposals to cap nursing care costs may not be as simple as they look. (Sat, 16 Feb 2013 23:00:44 -0800)

How to cope with long term care costs
Government proposals to cap nursing care costs may not be as simple as they look. (Sat, 16 Feb 2013 23:37:19 -0800)

Assemblymember Mariko Yamada, D-Solano, introduces Assembly Bill 322 to set regulations on private home care
Assemblymember Mariko Yamada, D-Solano, chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging & Long-Term Care has introduced the Home Care Services Act of 2013. (Sun, 17 Feb 2013 01:32:05 -0800)

Can you afford long-term care? With the right insurance you can!
But I have health insurance! It's a common misconception that long-term care is covered by health insurance. (Sun, 17 Feb 2013 22:02:08 -0800)

Humana To Be Awarded Contract to Provide Long-Term Care for Residents in 10 Florida Counties
Humana Inc. announced today that the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration has selected Humana to participate in its managed Long-Term Care program for Medicaid recipients in 10 Florida counties, including South Florida, Northeast Florida and Daytona Beach. (Mon, 18 Feb 2013 07:30:00 -0800)

AHCA selects Humana to participate in long-term care program
Humana announced that the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration, AHCA, has selected Humana to participate in its managed Long-Term Care program for Medicaid recipients in 10 Florida counties, including ... (Mon, 18 Feb 2013 07:51:20 -0800)

Caregivers Picketing at MPTF on Thursday; Possible Strike Planned
Caregivers at the Motion Picture and Television Fund's long-term care center and hospital will picket on Thursday over staffing levels and proposed benefits and salary cuts. (Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:35:07 -0800)

What You Need to Know About Long-Term Care
Healthcare expenses are the largest financial wildcard of later-life retirement spending. We simply don't know how much we may need to spend. On average, a 65-year-old couple will face out-of-pocket healthcare spending needs of more than $250,000 during the rest of their lives. But this is only an average. The couple's bill could easily be $500,000 or even $1 million. (Tue, 19 Feb 2013 08:15:06 -0800)

Navigating Life's Transitions: Retirement planning isn't complete if you don't plan to pay for care
Plans for coordinating and paying for long term care should be initiated early on. Why so soon? Because, as with so many other aspects of planning, the sooner you plan the more time you have to implement your plans and the more options that are available. (Tue, 19 Feb 2013 13:59:00 -0800)

B.C. Budget Shortsighted on Seniors' Care, Sustainability
The BC Health Coalition says that the 2013 budget does not take the necessary steps toward improving seniors' care nor ensuring the long term sustainability of the public health care system. "B.C. ... (Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:20:00 -0800)

How care fee reforms may affect you
How plans for paying for long-term care affect you (Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:42:55 -0800)

Medicaid Extension Helps Long-Term Services and Supports Providers
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 19, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Medicaid extension Governor Kasich outlined in his State of the State message and in his budget proposal to the General Assembly would be a benefit to Ohio's long-term services and supports providers. Peter Van Runkle, Executive Director of the Ohio Health Care Association, said after watching the Governor's address, "We support the ... (Tue, 19 Feb 2013 18:39:00 -0800)

CalPERS enrollees receive notice of long-term care rate hikes
With an 85 percent premium hike looming, government workers and retirees covered by CalPERS' costliest long-term care insurance policies face a crucial decision: Swallow the increase or get out of a program they have been paying into for years. (Tue, 19 Feb 2013 21:51:18 -0800)

Millions 'give no thought' to paying for care in old age
MILLIONS of Britons have given "no thought whatsoever" to how they will pay for long-term care if they need it in old age. (Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:41:36 -0800)

Omnicare Tops Est., Higher Profit - Analyst Blog
Provider of drugs to long-term care facilities and nursing homes, Omnicare Inc. ( OCR ) posted fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted (excluding one-time expenses) earnings per share of 86 cents (Wed, 20 Feb 2013 05:51:26 -0800)

What You Need to Know About Long-Term Care Insurance
Here the facts about the likelihood of needing care, key policy provisions, and premium expenses. (Wed, 20 Feb 2013 07:00:08 -0800)

What You Need to Know About Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-term care insurance may or may not be the right choice for you. But it remains the only protection against potentially devastating later-life health expenses should you or a loved one be unable to perform common activities such as eating, dressing yourself, using the bathroom, and other so-called "activities of daily living" (ADLs). (Wed, 20 Feb 2013 07:01:13 -0800)

What You Need to Know About Long-Term Care
Preparing for later-age health expenses should be a key part of your retirement planning. (Wed, 20 Feb 2013 07:35:55 -0800)

What You Need to Know About Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-term care insurance may or may not be the right choice for you. But it remains the only protection against potentially devastating later-life health expenses should you or a loved one be unable to ... (Wed, 20 Feb 2013 11:02:41 -0800)

CalPERS duped buyers of long-term care insurance
Re "Notices arrive on long-term care hikes" (Page A1, Feb. 20): CalPERS conducted advertis (Wed, 20 Feb 2013 11:04:46 -0800)

No long-term cost savings with weight loss surgery
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Weight loss surgery does not lower health costs over the long run for people who are obese, according to a new study. Some researchers had suggested that the initial costs of surgery may pay off down the road, when people who've dropped the extra weight need fewer medications and less care in general. The new report joins other recent studies challenging that theory ... (Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:11:08 -0800)

Poll: People expect elder care but fail to plan for it
Most Maui residents 50 years and older believe that they will need long-term care by at least age 75, but they're not planning for that eventuality, an AARP survey showed. (Wed, 20 Feb 2013 17:04:56 -0800)

CalPERS may reopen long-term care plan
A key CalPERS committee Wednesday approved a plan to reopen its long-term care insurance to new poli (Wed, 20 Feb 2013 19:34:50 -0800)

Protect your income and assets
My last column explained the government's role in providing long-term care. (Thu, 21 Feb 2013 09:50:38 -0800)

CalPERS plans 85% rate hike for long-term-care insurance
More than 110,000 CalPERS policyholders are being warned about the hefty increase, which won't take effect until 2015. Dailey Mayo received some stunning news in the mail last week: an 85% rate increase for the long-term-care insurance he has had for 15 years from the California Public Employees' Retirement System. (Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:01:25 -0800)

2 On Your Side: Choosing the right nursing home
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Finding a long-term care facility for an elderly family member can be hard. It can be even harder to know what goes on inside those places. According to reports from the Department of Health and Human Services, we learned about facilities doing everything from injuring, abusing and even forcing the elderly to drink something they didn't want. Sharon Niblock, is a trained ... (Thu, 21 Feb 2013 19:07:34 -0800)

CalPERS plans 85% rate hike for long-term-care insurance
More than 110,000 CalPERS policyholders are being warned about the hefty increase, which won't take effect until 2015. Dailey Mayo received some stunning news in the mail last week: an 85% rate increase for the long-term-care insurance he has had for 15 years from the California Public Employees' Retirement System. (Fri, 22 Feb 2013 09:44:48 -0800)

MDI Achieve Launches MatrixCare Connections to Ensure Interoperability With Data Integrity
MDI Achieve, provider of MatrixCare™, the market-leading, certified Electronic Health Record solution for the long-term post-acute care continuum, today announced MatrixCare Connections, a unique program ... (Fri, 22 Feb 2013 09:54:13 -0800)

Sturgeon Bay School Board approves dropping long-term care benefit
The Sturgeon Bay School Board approved dropping long-term care as one of the district's benefits during Wednesday's board meeting. (Sat, 23 Feb 2013 01:56:13 -0800)

Elder Law: Basics of designing, funding an extended care plan
The term “extended care” is not used as commonly as is the term “long-term care,” which is used by the insurance industry. (Sat, 23 Feb 2013 19:44:50 -0800)

State roundup: Long-term care rate hike planned in Calif.
Dailey Mayo received some stunning news in the mail last week: an 85% rate increase for the long-term-care insurance he has had for 15 years from the California Public Employees' Retirement System. (Sun, 24 Feb 2013 01:45:49 -0800)

Q&A: Assemblywoman Mariko Yamada looks at long-term care insurance
Long-term care doesn't come cheap – up to $72,000 a year in California nursing homes, a steep price tag that will provide sticker shock for the more than 70 percent of people age 65 and older who will require care at some point as they grow older. (Sun, 24 Feb 2013 20:20:40 -0800)

The Emirate of Abu Dhabi Becomes First to Have JCI Accredited Long-Term Care Facility Outside of USA
DUBAI, UAE, February 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --ProVita, the region's first long-term care provider, continues to spearhead quality standardsAbu Dhabi based ProVita International Medical Center has been awarded ... (Sun, 24 Feb 2013 21:00:00 -0800)

HOLLY K. HARRIS: New Mass. law ought to be beneficial to senior citizens
Here in Massachusetts, the benefits from a long-term care insurance policy may now be fully depleted paying for in-home or assisted-living care, but the insured’s home will be protected if they later need nursing-home placement. (Mon, 25 Feb 2013 00:30:09 -0800)

9 Time and Money-Saving Habits Long-Term Care Providers Can’t Afford Not to Practice
With long-term care insurance rate hikes in the spotlight, PharmScript offers 9 smart tips on how long-term care communities can use technology and proactive thinking to well-manage pharmacy costs. (PRWeb February 25, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ph (Mon, 25 Feb 2013 00:34:48 -0800)

Technology Makes It Easier to Shop for Long Term Care Insurance
Popular Long Term Care insurance planning is now easier with specialists who work with consumers on the phone and online, according to ACSIA, a leading marketer of LTCi. This makes it easy and convenient for both the consumer and the LTCi specialist.FORT MYERS, FLORIDA (PRWEB) February 25, 2013 Consumers and insurance professionals have often expressed unease at the process of shopping and ... (Mon, 25 Feb 2013 06:48:12 -0800)

Should you buy long-term care insurance?
The longer you live, the greater the chances you'll need some form of long-term care. If you're concerned about protecting your assets and maintaining your financial independence in your later years, (Mon, 25 Feb 2013 07:25:51 -0800)

Rates on the rise
Many who bought long-term care policies years ago are seeing their premiums go up. Here are some strategies. (Mon, 25 Feb 2013 07:52:25 -0800)

What Ever Happened to the Long-Term Care Commission?
Nearly two months ago, Congress created a commission to recommend reforms to the current long-term care system. So what has happened since? Not much. (Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:41:03 -0800)

AstraZeneca Announces Results From Long-Term Safety Trial Of Naloxegol In Patients With Opioid-Induced Constipation
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- AstraZeneca today announced high-level results from KODIAC-08, an open-label, randomised, 52-week, long-term safety trial of naloxegol versus usual care (UC) ... (Tue, 26 Feb 2013 03:30:00 -0800)

Long-term-care insurance about to get 40% more expensive for women
Starting next year, the Affordable Care Act will largely prohibit insurers who sell individual and small-group health policies from charging women higher premiums than men for the same coverage. Long-term-care insurance, however, isn't bound by that... (Tue, 26 Feb 2013 04:48:24 -0800)

A long-term care insurance shock
Being single, with grown children out west a long distance away, she said, “ I did ‘the right thing’ and bought long-term care insurance.” The purchase in 2000 was from a company no longer in business. The policy is being serviced by another carrier. (Tue, 26 Feb 2013 07:05:34 -0800)

Women To See Higher Prices For Long-Term Care Insurance
Rates for female applicants could be up to 40 percent higher under the new pricing policy from Genworth Financial, the country's largest long-term care insurer. The company says women account for two out of every three dollars spent on claims. (Tue, 26 Feb 2013 10:31:50 -0800)

Long-Term Care Insurance Becoming Tougher For Women To Purchase
It?s true that men have always paid more for life insurance then women based simply on the fact that women statistically live longer. A similar pricing structure is about to come to the long-term care insurance industry, only in favor of men this time around, and for the exact same reason.  On average, women outlive men by five to seven years. The older we become the greater the chance that we ... (Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:01:23 -0800)

MDI Achieve Announces Broad Pharmacy Integration
MDI Achieve, provider of MatrixCare™, the market-leading, certified Electronic Health Record solution for the long-term post-acute care continuum, today announced that MatrixCare is now integrated with ... (Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:07:02 -0800)

Key long-term-care insurer to raise women's premiums
Starting next year, the Affordable Care Act will largely prohibit insurers who sell individual and small-group health policies from charging women higher premiums than men for the same coverage. (Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:25:39 -0800)

Gender-Discriminatory Insurance Pricing: I'm Outraged!
Major insurer, Genworth Financial, just announced that it will be raising rates for single female purchasers of long term care insurance by as much as 40% for women, not for men.  Their attempt to justify this by the fact that women live longer than men makes my blood boil. (Tue, 26 Feb 2013 21:55:43 -0800)

Long-term care poses health policy challenges
CQ Healthbeat examines how the challenges of providing long-term care services to the nation's aging population are growing. (Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:33:07 -0800)

Long-Term-Care Coverage Costlier for Women
One insurer is set to raise rates for women, and other carriers may soon follow. (Wed, 27 Feb 2013 06:14:40 -0800)

Managed Health Care Associates, Inc. (MHA) Marks Tenth Anniversary of Hosting Annual Business Summit for Long Term ...
FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Feb. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Managed Health Care Associates, Inc. (MHA),  a leading health care service company focused on the alternate site health care provider, is hosting its 10 ... (Wed, 27 Feb 2013 09:04:00 -0800)

Women Will See Long-Term Care Rates Increased by Major Insurer
Feb. 27, 2013 - Starting next year, the Affordable Care Act will largely prohibit insurers who sell individual and small-group health policies from charging women higher premiums than men for the same coverage. (Wed, 27 Feb 2013 13:15:41 -0800)

Medicare cuts a big worry for nursing homes
Pennsylvania nursing and long-term care homes stand to lose about $37 million this year if across-the-board federal budget cuts begin to go into effect as scheduled Friday, according to industry groups. (Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:32:05 -0800)

Melbourne Insurance Agency to Hold Long Term Care Seminar
Insured.By agent Eric Ponce will be holding a free seminar for the public on the subject of long-term care needs.Melbourne, FL (PRWEB) February 27, 2013 On Thursday, February 28 at noon, Eric Ponce will be holding a free seminar for the public on the subject of planning for potential long term care needs.“It’s important to me as a financial expert to help educate the community on a critical ... (Thu, 28 Feb 2013 06:10:32 -0800)

Ontario's Minister of Health and Long-Term Care Helps Launch CAHO ARTIC Program Project
Adoption of the Implementation of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Guideline across multiple hospitals will help improve the quality of patient care TORONTO , Feb. 28, 2013 /CNW/ - More than 70 people gathered ... (Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:30:00 -0800)