Women and Long-Term Care
Voices
Home Safe Home
Most of us want to grow old in the homes and neighborhoods we love. Independent living and aging expert Elinor Ginzler tells you more about an innovative community model that can help you do just that.
Your First Step
Jonathan Pond, AARP's Financial Ambassador, explains how to take the first step in making your solid long-term care plan.
Caring for a Loved One?
Author Gail Sheehy shares her experiences as a caregiver. And, with the use of video stories, she shows how real-life families like yours are caring for adult loved ones.
Tools
Longevity Calculator
Answer easy questions and receive customized suggestions for living a healthier and longer life.
Home Health Agency Search
Search for home health agencies in your area, and compare their quality of service.
Why Women? Why Now?
Women are more likely than men to experience the need for long-term care. Planning early for retirement—and any long-term care you may need—is one of the smartest decisions you can make. Learn why women in particular have much to gain from being prepared.
Help the Older Victims of the Earthquake in Haiti
For older victims of the tragedy in Haiti, your contribution will help provide lifesaving, basic needs like water, food and shelter to those who are unable to reach emergency relief centers. It will also provide for the special needs of seniors like medicines and appropriate clothing that often go unmet in the midst of a disaster of this proportion.
Planning an Affordable Future
Knowing how much long-term care costs and whether you're covered can give you peace of mind as you plan for your future. Get the facts about some familiar resources and what they do—and do not—cover.
Looking Forward to the Comfort of Home
Thinking about downsizing or moving? Love your community and want to stay there forever? You can make changes now that can help you live comfortably and safely. Start thinking about how you can stay put longer!
From the Online Community
Get Healthy: It's Never Too Late
Each healthy choice you make today increases your odds of living the retirement lifestyle you want. Following these tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle is an important part of a thorough long-term care plan.
Mapping Your Future
It's the most important wish list you'll ever write. A living will allows you to convey your medical wishes when you're otherwise unable to do so.
Selling Your Life Insurance? Proceed With Caution
A growing number of Americans are selling their life insurance policies to get cash for retirement expenses and long-term care. That may make sense for some, but consumers beware.
Glossaries
- Long-term Care: Navigate the maze of health-care terms you and your loved ones may encounter as you plan for long-term care.
- Advance Planning: Here are the legal terms you'll need to know to document your final wishes.
- Financial: Asset Allocation? Index Fund? Rebalancing? Learn important financial terms that will help you build a portfolio for your long-term care needs.
- Home and Community: Learn about your lifestyle options—including available services—with this list of home and community terms.
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