In this episode:

• Scott’s thoughts from a recent trip to Key West and Georgia
• The shocking gaps in primary care coverage in assisted living facilities
• Real examples of care breakdowns that led to avoidable hospitalizations—and even death
• The power of the Your Health model: 3 visits per week in facilities, 5 visits post-discharge
• How early, coordinated care reduces ER visits and saves millions
• Why United Healthcare is making a $122 million mistake—and how it could be avoided
• The role of respiratory therapy, PT/OT, and sleep studies in aging care
• Why primary care should be the centerpiece of healthcare funding

Key takeaway:
If it was your mom or dad, would once-a-month visits be enough?

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In this episode:

• The biggest misconceptions about assisted living and Medicaid
• Why “I’ll never put my parent in a home” might do more harm than good
• The financial reality of nursing homes and long-term care
• How to recognize early signs it’s time for more support
• The power of independent living and nutritional care
• Scott’s creation of the Senior Solutions Advisor role and how it’s changing the game

Real-world strategies to navigate elder care without guilt or guesswork

🔗 Learn more about Parent Talk the book on Amazon
🔗 Connect with a Senior Solutions Advisor at Your Health
🎧 Catch up on the full Parent Talk series in previous episodes

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Podcast Show Notes

• Why Medicare and supplemental insurance may not be the best combination — and what to consider instead.
• The myth that paying more for health insurance guarantees better care.
• Why value-based care plans like Humana are worth a closer look — especially for long-term cost and wellness.
• The emotional and financial weight of long-term care insurance — and who really needs it.
• Personal stories about estate planning, remarriage, and how inheritance issues can fracture families.
• Practical tips on reviewing your insurance plan yearly, using your agent wisely, and planning with clarity.
• How booking the Airbnb or family cruise now could shape who shows up for you later in life.

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