Essentials of Long-Term Care

Prepare for the significant financial impact of long-term care before the need arises. This course explains the range of housing options, including assisted living and nursing facilities, and evaluates the costs associated with each. Learn how to structure a funding plan, assess insurance and personal resources, and address key legal considerations. Develop a proactive strategy that protects assets and ensures access to appropriate care when long-term support becomes necessary.
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Course Information

Author: Steven Bragg
Course Number: SK0008

Learning Objectives
  • Recognize the different phases of long-term care planning.
  • Recall the service levels and characteristics of the different types of long-term care.
  • Recognize the long-term care options for someone suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.
  • Specify the long-term care coverage provided by Medicare, Medicaid, and the Veterans Administration.
  • Recall the circumstances under which it makes sense to purchase long-term care insurance.

Level: Overview
Instructional Method: QAS Self-Study
NASBA Category: Specialized Knowledge
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Latest Review Date: August 2024
Program Registration Requirements: Click on the Enroll button to pay for and access the course. You will then be able to download the course as a PDF file, then take an on-line examination, and then download a certificate of completion if you pass the examination.
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The NASBA sponsor identification number for Accountingtools, Inc. is 115881.

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