Long-Term Care (LTC) is expensive, unpredictable and often prolonged. The projected “great wealth transfer” may therefore become far more concentrated among families who are wealthy enough to absorb years of care costs without exhausting their assets. 05 Aug

US Long-Term Care Costs ‘Eating into’ Family Wealth

Washington Post analysis finds that the "great wealth transfer" narrative is largely a story about the very top of the income distribution. For many in the middle, retirement savings are being consumed by care costs, not passed on. 26 Jul

Cost of Eldercare Obliterating Expected Inheritance

Not planning your life around legacy? You're not alone. A growing wave of single and child-free retirees is unapologetically putting their own needs first. Don't forget to protect yourself by planning for the "What Ifs"... 17 Jul

No Heirs? Protect Yourself, Before You ‘Blow Your Nest Egg’!

Over the past decade, a caregiving crisis has been building in the workplace. Currently, 35% of the Canadian workforce or 8 million people, are struggling and juggling their work responsibilities with caregiving duties. 25 May

Caregiving Crisis at Work: Millions of Canadians Struggling

Most families don't have these conversations until it's too late. Not because they don't care. But because there's never a clear moment to bring it up... 24 Apr

Thoughtful Questions To Ask Your Aging Parents

It seems that traditional approaches and societal norms are underpinning the practice of the daughter being given the caregiver role and the son looking after finances and property, even though their skills and abilities may not match those roles. 30 Mar

Designating POA Responsibilities: Is Gender Playing a Role?

Canada offers a range of financial supports for caregivers that can help with both day-to-day expenses and long-term planning. Knowing what’s available can help you decide what kind of support might make sense for you. 19 Feb

Financial Supports Available for Caregivers in Canada

This comprehensive guide explores the latest developments in senior legal rights, highlighting key protections, legal recourses, and caregiving considerations that are essential in navigating today’s complex aging landscape. 16 Feb

Understanding Modern Legal Protections for Seniors in 2026

When we are young and vulnerable, our parents protect and care for our every need. As time moves on, we grow up, our parents age, and along the way, we fail to think there could ever be a day that they would be the ones that need looking after. 26 Jan

Managing the Costs of Caring for Aging Parents in Canada

This article breaks down the current LTC crisis, what the waitlists look like across Canada, and how seniors can stay protected at home during what may be a long and uncertain wait. 20 Jan

Canada’s Long-Term Care (LTC) Waitlist Crisis

In What Circumstances Can an Attorney for Personal Care Restrict Visitors from Visiting an Incapacitated Person in a Long-Term Care Home? 23 Sep

Can a Power of Attorney for Personal Care Restrict Visits?

The UK is tackling its long-term care crisis through increased funding, leveraging technology, strengthening the social care workforce, and supporting informal carers. 22 Sep

How is the UK Tackling its Long-Term Care Crisis?