Why are Canadians avoiding their long-term care planning?
A survey for Manulife Financial reveals that seven out of 10 Canadians said they would prefer to have an annual physical exam than spend an hour discussing their long-term care needs. This reluctance in discussing their future long-term care needs helps explain why only 21 per cent of Canadians have factored long-term care costs into their retirement planning.
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What is Long Term Care Insurance?
This column has been created to provide you with information about the various insurance and planning options available to you in the event you or a loved one becomes seriously ill and may or may not need professional care. People have different interpretations of the term ‘long term care’ and generally speaking, for insurance purposes, this means an individual requires constant and ongoing professional care. It is important that you understand the benefits of the coverage you have so that it meets your expectations.
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Are You a 'Sandwich' Family?
Top ten ways to ease 'the housing discussion' with your senior relatives - and tips for seniors when talking to their families!
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Alzheimer Care in Ontario
Alzheimer care providers offer specialized care and supportive programs for persons with Alzheimer Disease or other forms of memory loss or cognitive impairment. Providers may be facility or community-based.
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