"This book discusses how to choose options for home care, assisted living, and nursing homes; get the most out of Medicaid, Medicare, and veterans' programs; evaluate whether long-term care insurance is worth the significant expense; consider the special needs of loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer's; and protect loved ones from elder fraud"-- Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

Your long-term care companion -- Making decisions about long-term care -- At-home care -- Organized senior residences -- Nursing facilities -- Care for elders with Alzheimer's disease -- Hospice care -- Medicare and veterans benefits -- Medicaid coverage for long-term care -- Long-term care insurance -- Protecting choices about medical care and finances -- Elder fraud -- Resource directory.