GCPA Glossary

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Hedging
A strategy used in conjunction with the buying and selling of futures. A money manager may purchase a security with the belief that the price will go up and that the shares may be sold at a profit.

High-risk investments
Investments considered speculative with regard to the receipt of positive investment returns or the potential loss of principle.

Home care
Provides long term care for those with considerable assistance needs. Services include medical, nursing, personal care, social and assisted daily living assistance. Generally reserved for those who do not need acute care but require more attention than is provided in an assisted living facility. Skilled nursing home care is daily nursing care which can only be performed by or under the direct supervision of skilled medical personnel.

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