In this episode, Wade and Alex continue their discussion on long-term care, focusing on nursing homes and continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs). They also touch on hospice care and the importance of having a power of attorney in place. They highlight the need to carefully review contracts and consider the financial strength of CCRCs. Listen now to learn more!

Takeaways

• Nursing homes provide 24-hour care for individuals who need significant help with daily activities and medical issues.
• Hospice care focuses on providing comfort and pain relief for individuals with terminal conditions.
• CCRCs offer multiple levels of care within one community, allowing individuals to transition as their needs change.
• It is important to review CCRC contracts with an elder law attorney and consider the financial stability of the facility.
• Upcoming topics will include funding options for long-term care and interviews with experts in the field.

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction and Correction00:31 Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs)10:02 Hospice Care25:52 Considerations for CCRCs30:38 Upcoming Topics and ConclusionLinks 

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