Expert advice on planning for your own or a relative'sfuture care needs

As we live longer and healthier lives, planning for the longterm has never been more important. Planning gives you morecontrol, but it's not easy to find accurate information andanswers to your questions. That's where AARP's Planning For Long-Term Care For Dummies comes in. This comprehensive guide gives you questions to ask yourself andothers about how best to achieve your goals, whether you haveimmediate needs or can take some time to sort out thepossibilities. The book

Covers home modifications so that you can stay at home safelyfor as long as you like Lays out the opportunities and costs associated withindependent living, assisted living, and other options Gives you a range of driving and transportationalternatives Sorts out the various sources of care at home Helps you navigate the healthcare system Reviews the legal documents you should prepare and update Helps you determine whether you need long-term careinsurance Offers checklists and other resources to help you makedecisions Gives you guidance on how to talk to your family aboutsensitive issues

If you're looking for trusted information on how to prepare forthe future care needs for yourself or a relative, this sensitive,realistic, and authoritative guide will start you on the rightroad.