Most people plan for their retirement by investing in IRAs, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and other vehicles to reach their financial goals and ensure a secure retirement. However, one part of the retirement planning is often overlooked - addressing the need for a long-term care.
With the aid of today's advances in medicine and science as well as better nutrition, many people are living into their 80’s and beyond. As people are living longer than before, the chance of developing a chronic condition, physical or cognitive disability for which they will require long-term care assistance increases significantly. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, by 2020, 12 million Americans will need long-term care. A study also shows that people who reach age 65 will likely have a 40% chance of entering a nursing home and staying there for the average length of 3 years.
The unfortunate reality is that long-term care is very expensive and costs are expected to increase in the future. The average annual cost of a nursing home in the United States is $70,000 a year and adult day care or home care can cost more than $30,000 a year.
The question then becomes how to pay for long-term care expenses. Many people mistakenly believe that the government will pay for their long-term care. This is not the case.
Neglecting to plan for long-term care can have significant financial and emotional consequences for individuals and families. Most people simply do not have the financial resources to pay for long-term care services out-of-pocket for an extended period. By planning ahead and purchasing long-term care insurance, you can ensure that your family’s financial, emotional, and physical well-being are protected and preserved.
Long-term care offers a variety of services, including continuing medical and non-medical care to people who have a long-term illness, chronic condition or disability. Long-term care helps meet health or personal needs.
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*Information is for illustration purposes only. For full details, please refer to your policy or speak to one of our agents.