How We Research Our Guides

Accuracy and reliability are the foundation of every guide we publish. Here is how we research and verify our content.

Updated: April 23, 2026
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Written by Paul Paradis Founder & Independent Researcher

Official Sources

We source information primarily from government agencies including CMS (Medicare/Medicaid), SSA (Social Security), VA (Veterans Affairs), and state departments of health and social services.

Industry Data

For cost data, we reference the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, AALTCI reports, and Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

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