Long-Term Care: How to Plan and Pay for It

by Joseph L. Matthews

Find the best care in the right place at the right price with this all-in-one guide!

Finding the right long-term care often means making difficult decisions during difficult times. Long-Term Care helps you understand the alternatives to nursing facilities and shows you how to find the best care you can afford.

With Long-Term Care, you'll be able

Genres: Nonfiction

393 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2004

Reviews

[Terri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this audio book in exchange for a honest and unbiased review. This book is about everything we need to know about our care and well being as we get old. Here we learn about what medicare does and doesn't cover and when. We learn about VA care (Veterans) and we learn about guardianship. We learn about doing wills, about our assets and power of attorney. All about nursing homes and other options, along with Hospice and when we qualify. This book is quite interesting and inform-able. I always though medicare took care of us when we got old, but not true. It covers, different types of medicare and medicaid. Personally, I think we all need to read this book.

The author, Joseph L Matthews did a really good job on his research for this coverage. It is written in such a way that it held my interest (maybe because it is around the corner). The narrator, Jack Chekijian did a good job reading this book to us flawlessly and accurately. Mr Chekijian has a smooth , easy on the ears voice. Good job Guys!

[Cheryle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read the 2020 version of this comprehensive guide to senior living with the many options available today.Matthews presents all the information consumers need to make the best choices for long-term care, such as how to: protect assets-arrange home health care-find nursing and non-nursing home residences-rate nursing home insurance policies-understand Medicare, Medicaid and other benefit programs.

[Denise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very basic information but not too helpful for those already in the thick of it or who don't have the luxury of planning early.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

You never know when your life will take an unexpected turn and you NEED a book like this. Clear and concise, a great guide to the various programs that serve those needing long-term care.

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

No one wants to think about needing long term care for self or loved one, but reality cannot be escaped. I have worked in this environment as an RN, and have seen first-hand the devastation that can befall a family. While my perspective varies from that of the attorney who formulated and keeps updating this book, I know that the information here can smooth things for overwhelmed families. Brick and mortar facilities, as well as home care and hospice agencies have social workers available, but being aware and prepared is best for your own mental health as well as your pocket book. This book will be an invaluable asset to you if you apply the knowledge gained.
Be aware, however, that this book is aimed to the needs of older individuals.
Narrator Jack has a clear, well-modulated speaking voice with clear enunciation which enhances the material presented by the author.

[Jennifer Ryan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Boring, but necessary subject. Good info reasonably well presented. Objective, not in the pocket of the insurance industry.

[Erika · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book provides an exceptionally clear guide to living and health care options for seniors.

[Angie Boyter · Rating 4 out of 5]

See my Amazon review: https://www.amazon.com/review/R2D3S40...

[Judy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very, very basic information.