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Great article that covers how ill-prepared many are for long term care

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/40767145/ns/health-aging/from/toolbar

Chicago Sun-Times Looks at Widows Living on Social Security

http://www.suntimes.com/business/savage/3230534-452/money-retirement-women-insurance-percent.html

5 Biggest Mistakes Retirees Make

http://www.walletpop.com/2011/01/07/five-biggest-mistakes-retirees-make/?a_dgi=aolshare_email

Think the need for long term care insurance is going away?

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/long-term-care-industry-ranks-as-nations-10th-largest-employer-114725489.html

Great Overview on Possible Rate Increases for Long Term Care Insurance

The link below will provide access to a very concise review of how premiums can increase in long term care insurance policies.

http://community.nasdaq.com/news/2010-08/will-my-longterm-care-premiums-go-up-as-i-get-older.aspx?storyid=33684

Can I Use Annuities for LTC costs?

For some, annuities are an appropriate vehicle to shield your retirement savings from long term care costs, but you have to do your homework before choosing that option. Here is a great article going over the basics.

http://www.timesherald.com/articles/2010/07/28/business/doc4c4fb3f2bb3fb346900588.txt