The references below include more in depth information that financial professionals use to give advice in retirement related areas that commonly go unplanned for.

There's No Place Like a Nursing Home Karen Shoff has a Masters in Gerontology and explains the silent causes of nursing home placements and why a nursing home can never be a dignified place to live. This book details the process of formulating and implementing long term care plans.

Social Security Source Book Social Security Source Book builds the core knowledge for any advisor of Social Security Coverage and Benefits. As your client’s trusted advisor, know that your recommendations on Social Security benefits, eligibility, computation, taxes, filing regulations, and the impact of excess earnings takes into account all of last year’s changes. Ideal point of reference on all major topics including: retirement, survivor and disability benefits along with practical coverage of benefit programs for federal employees, service members, veterans, and railroad employees.

All About Medicare All About Medicare Source Book builds the core knowledge for any advisor of Medicare Benefits, including inpatient hospital services, hospice care, home health services, skilled nursing facility care, physician services, and dental services. Ensure that your advice on Medicare+Choice, Medicaid, Medigap insurance, and state-by-state explanations on filing claims and the associated costs takes into account all of last year’s changes.