A long-term care policy can provide a monthly benefit for informal care, allowing individuals to spend the money on anything they want, including hiring a family member or paying for a home healthcare agency. This type of policy also offers a death benefit to heirs, and some policies even provide international coverage. Financial planners emphasize the importance of having a plan in place for long-term care, as it can be a significant burden on families. They also discuss hybrid policies that combine life insurance and long-term care benefits, providing a larger life insurance benefit if the individual does not need long-term care.
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