Long-Term Care Planning Month asks

"What's your long term care plan?"

 
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Recommended SitesĀ -

these sites have been individually screened to be helpful resources. Our policy is to list only noncommercial sites. Consumers can find local resources such as care managers, support groups, insurance agents, caregivers, attorneys, etc. by clicking on "Find Local Help" in the lower left hand column.

Long-Term Care Planning

Nursing Home Ombudsman Offices - by state
Ombudsman are advocates for nursing home, board and care home and assisted living residents. They can help you with complaints on a confidential basis. Every state is required to have an Ombudsman Program.

Medicare Long-Term Care Planning Tool

Medicaid - Official Site Medicaid is the federal program that pays for health care and long term care. You must be poor in order to qualify for benefits.

Transportation Resources if you or your loved one does not drive.

Easter Seals Solutions for Caregivers.
AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety: Supplemental Transportation Programs Listed by State

Find a Geriatric Care Manager at their industry association web site.

Help With Aging Parents

E-Bay for Seniors Have you ever wondered what E-Bay is, how it works, and even how you might be able to sell items on e-bay? SeniorNet, a nonprofit organization, answers your questions at this site.

Are You a Safe Driver On-line Test AAA offers this free, on-line test to help you identify those areas where your physical and mental abilities may call for a change in your driving habits and skills.

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