Weekly Digest: ALTCP Thanksgiving Special

Thanksgiving is a highly-anticipated holiday. From the yearly parade to just the general good time we get to spend with family members and loved ones, it is not hard to see why many look forward to it. Centering on gratitude, this holiday provides us the perfect time to sit and reflect on amazing instances that… read more

Turkey, cranberry pies, and the much-awaited parade—Thanksgiving is one of the most-looked-forward-to holidays in the year.   Despite everything that has happened this year, Thanksgiving provides the perfect opportunity to take a step back and appreciate all of life’s positive turns. After all, no one can deny that, no matter what, each of us has… 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

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

  Halloween is an event that people of all ages look forward to. With all the spook-tastic activities lined up in different communities, it is sure to be an exciting time for families and friends! Elderly individuals are not exempted from the excitement and festivities. As long term care facilities and households gear up to… read more

Retirement planning in America is quite the feat to achieve. Though not impossible, it can be challenging, stressful, and overwhelming. From saving money to dealing with all kinds of debt, retirement planning is certainly a task that requires a lot of time and thought. In hopes of helping at least one individual experiencing retirement woes,… 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

  There is no doubt that a smile can improve one’s spirits. It may be from the kind stranger who greets you along the street or from the lady who sells you flowers in the morning; a smile is often a guaranteed pick-me-upper! As we all celebrate National Smile Day, ALTCP has gathered stories that… read more

Last September 21, organizations, groups, families, and individuals observed World Alzheimer’s Day. As the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, Alzheimer’s disease affects the people on a devastating scale. While planning for long term care helps immensely, individuals and families still have much to go through with this ordeal.   Understandably, many… read more

  From caring for a loved one miles away to the impending end of caregiving, caregivers go through so many obstacles before, during, and after assuming the role. While there are many resources available to caregivers that provide long term care resources and tools, we would like to highlight through this week’s roundup the different… read more