Thursday, April 15, 2010

How will you pay for your own Long Term Care Needs?

Published: April 13, 2010 9:21 a.m.
Plan for long-term care needs
By JANE GLENN HAAS
SPECIAL TO THE REGISTER

"Five years after Terri Schiavo's family battled to let her die by having her feeding tube removed, the "be prepared" lesson has been learned by fewer than 30 percent of the seniors."

Click HERE to read the complete story from the OC Register.

Email me julia@crossins.com for more information on how to purchase a Long Term Care Insurance Policy for you or for a loved one.

Cheers ~ Julia

Saturday, April 10, 2010

Fed Health Care Reform: Impacts on Employers

How does President Obama's Federal Health Care Reform Impact Employers?

2010 has brought the most sweeping reforms to health care coverage since Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans began almost 75 years ago. The new "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act", with over 2,000 pages of new federal law, will touch virtually every facet of the health care industry.

The Act makes significant changes to the health and other benefits that employers offer to their employees. Additionally, there are administrative requirements required in the act with which an employer will need to comply or they risk expensive penalties. These changes will be phased in over the next 4 years, however many of the changes are either retroactive or begin immediately.

Employers ~ Be sure to watch your email & snail mail for up todate information from your Group Health Administrator.

Cheers ~ Julia