🕊️ October May Be Over — But the Conversation About Long-Term Care Planning Is Just Beginning Each October, Long-Term Care Planning Month reminds families across the country of one essential truth: preparing for tomorrow begins with honest conversations today. At Aging in Maine, we spent this month helping Maine families understand what long-term care really […]
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As our population ages, one of the most significant challenges families face is planning for long‑term care, particularly when a diagnosis such as Alzheimer’s disease is involved. For Mainers, the stakes are especially high: in the state of Maine, approximately 30,000 people aged 65 or older are living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. In addition, tens of
Why Long-Term Care Planning Matters October is Long-Term Care Planning Month, a reminder of how important it is to prepare for the future before a crisis occurs. Whether it’s the cost of in-home care, assisted living, or a nursing facility, the reality is that most families underestimate both the likelihood of needing care and the
The start of a new year is the ideal time to take stock of your health, finances, and future plans. As Maine’s population continues to age faster than almost any other state, long-term care (LTC) planning has become one of the most important — yet often overlooked — parts of retirement and estate planning. With
Why Planning Matters Before Long-Term Care Becomes Urgent When a spouse becomes too sick or frail to stay at home, it can lead to emotional, medical, and financial stress. Nursing homes and long-term care are expensive. Without planning, families often rush into decisions and suffer avoidable losses. In Maine, MaineCare (Medicaid) can help pay for
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