Why Senior Care Is So Expensive (And What You Can Actually Do About It)

Ever wonder why senior care costs so much—and why no one talks about it until it's too late? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kimberly Whiter from Elder Care Solutions to break down the real reasons behind the financial strain, what Medicare actually covers, and how to prepare for long-term care before crisis hits.

Chapters:

00:00 – Spice Girls & Our Generational Crisis

05:03 – The Real Reason Senior Care Costs So Much

12:24 – What Medicare Doesn’t Cover

22:34 – When a Loved One is Suddenly Discharged

33:03 – Planning Ahead vs. Crisis Mode

42:43 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Start

Resources:

Equipment & Home Solutions: https://www.asksamie.com

Caregiver Training: https://www.higherstandardscaregivertraining.com

Financial Navigation Support: https://www.eldercaresolutionsinc.com

CareLab Website: https://www.carelabpodcast.com