Why HR leaders need to become experts on long-term care benefits

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Setting up a long-term care plan is complicated and time-consuming. The more benefits experts know about the process, the better they can advise on the right offerings when employees need them.

Americans who are now around the age of 65 have a 70% chance of needing long-term care to address the challenges of chronic illness, disability, or age, according to the Administration for Community Living. While long-term care can enable individuals to live as independently as possible, finding the right fit is a daunting prospect for those in need of care, as well as for family and friends stepping in to fill any gaps.

Lee Hafner
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Lee joined the EBN team in 2022, and covers areas including caregiving, employee health and wellness, healthcare innovation, and company culture. She created EBN's popular Benefits in Action and … Read full bio


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