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GoldenCare Newsletter | January 6, 2025

Read Full GoldenCare Newsletter, January 6, 2025 Edition In this GoldenCare Newsletter Edition GoldenCare’s Marketing Team Is Here For You! As we launch into another New Year, remember that our marketing team is here for YOU! We’re available to assist you with all your Exte ...

You’re Invited! Insights with Tom Randal Success in 2025!

Mark Your Calendars: Next Wednesday (1/8) Is Our Kickoff Event For Success In 2025! Attend for a special chance to win one of three $100 Amazon.com Gift Card prizes!* The drawing will be held at the end of the presentation. Watch Tom’s Webinar Overview! Join Tom Randall next Wednesday as we re ...

“2025 SSI, Spousal Impoverishment, and Medicare Savings Program Resource Standards,” Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMCS)”

“2025 SSI, Spousal Impoverishment, and Medicare Savings Program Resource Standards,” Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMCS) Quote: “This CMCS Informational Bulletin provides an update on the 2025 Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Spousal Impoverishment Standards as well as the 2025 resour ...

“The business case for selling LTC insurance to small-business owners”

“The business case for selling LTC insurance to small-business owners,” by Ayo Mseka, InsuranceNewsNet “When it comes to long-term care insurance, many producers focus their efforts on selling to individual consumers. But it may be a mistake to overlook small businesses, since many of them may not b ...

“Washington State Voters Keep Long-Term Care Tax”

“Washington State Voters Keep Long-Term Care Tax,” by AnneMarie Schieber, The Heartland Institute “Medicaid Effect: Washington voters are responding to a crisis in long-term care that all Americans are facing, says Stephen Moses, president of the Center for Long-Term Care Reform. ‘Few people plan or ...

“The cost of long-term care in America has grown — here’s how you can prepare”

“The cost of long-term care in America has grown — here’s how you can prepare,” by Christy Bieber, Moneywise “Medicare doesn’t cover long-term care, but you might qualify for assistance under Medicaid. An estate planning attorney can work with you to make a Medicaid plan. When done in advance, ...

“Expanding Medicare Advantage co-pays may leave nursing homes without cash they’ve earned”

“Expanding Medicare Advantage co-pays may leave nursing homes without cash they’ve earned,” by Kimberly Marselas, McKnights LTC News “An increasing number of Medicare Advantage insurers are expected to institute nursing home co-pays starting Jan. 1, a change that could further hit providers already ...

“Antipsychotic meds worsen behavior, study shows; MDs defend, call for alternatives”

“Antipsychotic meds worsen behavior, study shows; MDs defend, call for alternatives,” by Zee Johnson, McKnights LTC News “A new study of nearly 500,000 nursing home residents who were prescribed antipsychotic medications has found an increase in negative behaviors compared to those who were not give ...

Updated Long-Term Care Tax Guides for 2025

As we head into 2025, we’ve made updates to our long-term care tax guides, ensuring you’re well-equipped with the latest tax information. These updates include comprehensive revisions to the LTC Agent Guide, as well as the Tax Advantages for Business Owners and Tax Advantages for Individuals flyers. ...

Reminder: Key Deadlines for Mutual Income Solutions

As we prepare for the discontinuation of disability income insurance sales effective January 18, 2025, please note the following important updates: Applications (both Paper Part A and Paper Part B applications) must be completed in full and submitted to the home office by January 17, 2025. This mean ...