{"product_id":"journeys-in-long-term-care-navigating-our-most-complex-health-system-hardcover","title":"Journeys in Long-Term Care: Navigating Our Most Complex Health System - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMichael Meulemans\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJourneys in Long-Term Care...is an illuminating and compassionate answer to one of America's most difficult questions: How can ordinary people actually access and manage long-term care?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Clay Farris, Chief Growth Officer, and Founder of MostlyMedicaid\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs many as 7 in 10 older adults will require some level of long-term care, but few individuals understand Medicaid, Medicare, and other resources and how to access the care they need. \u003cem\u003eJourneys in Long-Term Care\u003c\/em\u003e provides essential resources and insights while illustrating real-world examples of individuals navigating this complex system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeulemans gives you up to date knowledge from 25 years of experience in Medicaid policy and Medicaid managed care contracting, managed the sale of Medicare health plans, and was a consultant involved in Affordable Care Act implementation. In addition he share the real-life long-term care journeys of three families.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this book, you will learn: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe best ways to access various government healthcare programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eresources to access Medicare and Medicaid benefits and eligibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to apply for disability benefits under Social Security\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecoverage and benefits of long-term care insurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to manage both Medicare and Medicaid eligibility and benefits if eligible for both\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow veteran's benefits supplements Medicare and Medicaid coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEveryone is eventually affected by aging, whether it's yourself or a loved one, so the more you know about resources and programs, the smoother the process will be. Pick up \u003cem\u003eJourney's in Long-Term Care \u003c\/em\u003eand arm yourself with the best information for you and your loved ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJourneys in Long-Term Care demystifies one of the most complex systems in American healthcare-and does so with clarity, compassion, and real-world wisdom. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Joshua Boynton, Founder of LifeShare\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 168\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 06, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67652314792210,"sku":"9781966219217","price":24.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/2211\/5346\/files\/w7hppPJ9Yx9781966219217.webp?v=1793361057","url":"https:\/\/ckbookstore.net\/products\/journeys-in-long-term-care-navigating-our-most-complex-health-system-hardcover","provider":"CK BOOKSTORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}