As elder care replaces child care as the number one issue facing baby-boomers, AGING ANSWERS is one book you need to take back control of your life, plan ahead, and provide excellent care for your aging loved ones, when they need you the most.When You Still Have Time to Plan Ahead:Choosing the right pre-planning strategy for your own long-term care needs is essential as our population ages.Secret #1: Understand What Long-Term Care REALLY means!Secret #2: Learn Why Traditional Health Insurance Plans Do NOT Cover the Cost of Long-Term Care.

Relying on the Government (Medicaid) for Assistance is NOT a Good Idea.Secret #4: Learn What All of the Options Are When Planning Ahead. Traditional Long-Term Care Insurance is an Option, But There Are Many Others to Consider!Secret #5: Learn Why Having the RIGHT Legal Documentation in Order is Essential.When There Is No Time to Plan Ahead: Knowing how to effectively care for your aging parent or loved one saves time, energy, and money.Secret #1: You Can Sometimes Stop the Financial Loss Due to Medicaid “Spend-Down”.Secret #2: Caring for the Caregiver is Mandatory!

Learn How to Keep an Aging Parent or Spouse at Home, By Knowing What Questions to Ask.Secret #4: Alternative Living Arrangements Can Be a Positive Experience.Secret #5: Learn About Geriatric Care Managers, and Why Their Services are Invaluable!Secret #6: You Are Not Alone! Read Questions, Answers, and Stories From Other Caregivers.Plus, Use the “AGING ANSWERS ROLODEX” to Find Services and Organizations in Your Area!About the AuthorLong-Term Care Expert Valerie VanBooven RN, BSN, CMC is a professional geriatric care manager, licensed life and health agent, and professional speaker.