“LTSS reform needed to ensure access to quality care, doctors’ group says,” by Kimberly Bonvissuto, McKnight’s Senior Living Quote: “Specifically, the ACP recommended a multi-pronged, public-private sector approach to reforming LTSS financing. That approach, the group said, would include a publicly funded, universal LTSS insurance program as well as policies to make private long-term care insurance more affordable and home- and community-based services more accessible. The organization also called for workforce investments, including better wages and benefits, as well as career advancement opportunities. Funding, assistance and staff support to develop emergency preparedness plans also were recommended. … Previous recommendations
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  “Could a hybrid model be the solution to serving millions more older adults?,” by Kimberly Bonvissuto, McKnight’s Senior Living Quote: “A model of facility-based care that is a hybrid between an assisted living community and a nursing home could be the answer for millions of older adults who are not eligible for Medicaid and must pay out-of-pocket for care and services, according to one long-term care expert.”   LTC Comment, Stephen A. Moses, President, Center for Long-Term Care Reform: So says Howard Gleckman, persistent advocate for more government LTC funding and interference. Ironically, it is precisely government LTC funding
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