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

Long term care planning is such a vast scope that many people often feel frazzled when they start. Often, the confusion comes from the abundant amount of information online. So as part of our advocacy, ALTCP continues to provide accessible and easy-to-understand information that can help long term care planners launch their plans, from the… read more

As family members, our instinct is always to protect our own. And so when the roles are reversed, and Mom and Dad reach the point where they need our support, we want to do anything in our power to help. We take part in the planning, we get the documents in order, and we purchase… read more