Overview

Journeys in Long-Term Care...is an illuminating and compassionate answer to one of America's most difficult questions: How can ordinary people actually access and manage long-term care? - Clay Farris, Chief Growth Officer, and Founder of MostlyMedicaid As many as 7 in 10 older adults will require some level of long-term care, but few individuals understand Medicaid, Medicare, and other resources and how to access the care they need. Journeys in Long-Term Care provides essential resources and insights while illustrating real-world examples of individuals navigating this complex system. Meulemans gives you up to date knowledge from 25 years of experience in Medicaid policy and Medicaid managed care contracting, managed the sale of Medicare health plans, and was a consultant involved in Affordable Care Act implementation. In addition he share the real-life long-term care journeys of three families. In this book, you will learn: the best ways to access various government healthcare programs resources to access Medicare and Medicaid benefits and eligibility how to apply for disability benefits under Social Security coverage and benefits of long-term care insurance how to manage both Medicare and Medicaid eligibility and benefits if eligible for both how veteran's benefits supplements Medicare and Medicaid coverage Everyone is eventually affected by aging, whether it's yourself or a loved one, so the more you know about resources and programs, the smoother the process will be. Pick up Journey's in Long-Term Care and arm yourself with the best information for you and your loved ones. Journeys in Long-Term Care demystifies one of the most complex systems in American healthcare-and does so with clarity, compassion, and real-world wisdom. Joshua Boynton, Founder of LifeShare

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9781966219217

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Reviews

""Michael Meulemans has turned decades of expertise into a practical guide for families facing their most difficult decisions. Journeys in Long-Term Care demystifies one of the most complex systems in American healthcare-and does so with clarity, compassion, and real-world wisdom."" - Joshua Boynton, Founder of LifeShare ""Journeys in Long-Term Care is a must-read for anyone facing the maze of long-term care. Michael Meulemans brings clarity, compassion, and deep expertise to one of the most confusing aspects of our healthcare system. Families, caregivers, and professionals alike will find practical guidance and real-world insight in every chapter."" - Todd Costello, Executive Director - Community Living Alliance ""Journeys in Long-Term Care by Michael Meulemans is a very well organized and valuable resource for anyone trying to navigate the complicated world of Medicaid, Medicare and our Long-term Care system."" - Rob Gundermann, President - Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups

Author Information

Michael Meulemans is a recognized expert on Medicaid, Medicare, the Affordable Care Act, and long-term care coverage and resources. He has over 25 years' experience in Medicaid policy specializing in long-term services and supports and Medicaid managed care services for the aged and people with disabilities. In addition, he has managed the sale of Medicare health plans and was a consultant involved in Affordable Care Act health plan implementation. Past publications include insurance continuing education textbooks written for America's Health Insurance Plans' continuing education program on the following topics: Fundamentals of Health Insurance, Supplemental Health Insurance, and others. He serves on the board of directors of the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Association and a local long-term care services provider, Community Living Alliance. He resides in Madison, WI. You can reach him at mjm@theltcresource.com and visit www.theLTCResource.com where you can find a link to the LTC Resource Podcast or subscribe on Spotify/ Buzzsprout.

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