As we approach the end of November, we also get closer to the conclusion of National Long Term Care Awareness Month. Bear in mind, however, that the push for awareness does not and should not stop after the 30th. Long term care is a concern that affects every individual, no matter the time, date,… read more

  National Long Term Care Awareness Month brings to the forefront the necessity of being fully covered. It is no secret that the cost of care in the United States is at an all–time high. This leaves the citizens are struggling for ways to fund the care that they need. Just last week, we featured… read more

Veterans Day is a widely celebrated holiday in the United States. This is the day we all get to say ‘Thank You’ to the brave men and women who risked their lives to serve our nation. On this day, let us all show our appreciation for those who fought to keep America great.   In… read more

Long term care is a big topic for many individuals today, especially with the growing concerns that surround it. Despite being a necessity, long term care planning has become impossible or most people. Because of the high, these individuals often turn a blind eye when it comes to long term care.   Naturally, this is… read more

Whether it is a friend or a family member, we all know at least one person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. At present, five million Americans are living with the disease, and the number will continue to grow in the coming years. The disease is devastating to both the patient and his or her family. However,… read more

  Long term care planning is a big step in securing a stable future for yourself and your family. As part of our drive to raise awareness in finding coverage, ALTCP wishes to highlight two aspects of care planning: health literacy and patient engagement. October is Health Literacy Month. So for this week’s roundup, we… read more

  What is one thing that many older individuals strive to have as they get older? Independence. The type of independence in which we can still freely live our lives without fully relying on other people to decide for us. We will all grow old, and getting through the previously mundane tasks will not be… read more

Did you know that this October is also long term care planning month? So as we get ready for Halloween and the festivities that come after, we also urge individuals to take this time and prepare for their future long term care needs. We at ALTCP.org remain steadfast in encouraging individuals to safeguard theirs and… read more

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Long-term care planning is an absolute necessity for all Americans. And contrary to popular belief, you do not have to wait until you are retiring to plan for it. Many Americans often make the mistake of delaying planning for long-term care because they think that they still have a few more decades to spare. Why… read more

Aging is not easy for plenty of people, and this statement holds most true for those who are part of the LGBT community. Planning for long term care is already a complicated process for most adults. However, this becomes especially hard for those who have to worry about discrimination and biases. While society continues to… read more