02.16.26
Commentary: LTC — A Critical Component of Retirement Planning
by: Kathy Pauley
Kathy Pauley, AmeriLife's Long-Term Care (LTC) Regional Specialist, says, "Labeling 2026 as "the year of LTC" risks oversimplifying what is, in fact, a longer-term shift. LTC planning isn't "having a moment." It's becoming embedded in how Americans think about aging, care choices and autonomy. What stands out right now is preparedness around long-term security, not bold positioning. Starting these discussions early and keeping them accurate allows support to evolve naturally as situations change. LTC may not dominate headlines in early 2026. But for many Americans navigating Medicare decisions this year, it will quietly shape the choices that matter most."
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