135 – How to Pay for Elder Care
Better Health While Aging
English - October 31, 2023 18:45 - ★★★★★ - 109 ratingsMedicine Health & Fitness Science Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Dr. Kernisan & geriatric care manager Michelle explain options for paying for senior care, including for aging in place, residential facilities, memory care & more.
In This Episode:
Geriatrician Dr. Leslie Kernisan, MD MPH, teams up with experienced geriatric care manager Michelle Allen, LCSW, to discuss a common FAQ: how to pay for elder care. They cover
What types of help do elders usually need
What are the options for eldercare?
How much does eldercare cost?
How to pay for eldercare?
What to know about long-term care insurance
How Medicaid pays for eldercare
Related episode:
096 – Interview: Paying for Long-Term Care: 2019 Updates
Related Resources:
Hiring In-Home Caregivers for Aging in Place- What to Know: https://betterhealthwhileaging.net/hiring-home-care-for-aging-in-place/
Caring for an aging parent? Learn about Dr. K’s Helping Older Parents programs here: https://betterhealthwhileaging.net/helping-older-parents/
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