Getting a good sense of what is out there in terms of Long Term Care (LTC) begins with having good information. Our insights section contains long term care education articles, some ideas on how to plan, and other resources that will help people, families, and care givers as they move along their long term care journey.
If you are planning for yourself, helping to support someone who is getting older, or just trying to understand all of the choices available when it comes to LTC, our content should provide you with a clear understanding and confidence as you make plans for your own future.
Get an overview on what long term care is, who might require assistance from these types of service providers; and also get familiarized with the ways that services help people age, have an illness, injury or disability perform daily tasks.
Compare home care (and in-home) care services and assisted living; compare the services offered by each type of care provider, who would benefit from them and some factors to consider when making a choice about which type of care best fits your needs.
Understand the different options available for receiving long term care services such as in-home care, adult family homes, assisted living communities, skilled nursing facilities, and memory care.
Taking care of an elderly parent can come with many emotions and problems. Learn how to start the conversation with your parents; learn how to recognize changes that they are going through that could signal their increasing need for care; and learn where to look for support within your local community.
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Find out how families commonly prepare themselves for paying for long term care costs through personal savings, insurance, government programs, and other financial planning options.
Preparing early will give you more flexibility and more peace of mind. Learn simple steps that you can take today to plan ahead for future medical health decision-making and potential long term care decisions.
Browse educational information on a variety of long-term care subjects, including:
Knowing what choices are available in advance of when long term care may be required will give you a sense of clarity as to what you would like to do and allow you to feel more confident making those decisions. By learning about the types of services that are available, how much they cost, and some of the things you can do now to plan for long term care, you will have fewer unknowns and better prepared yourself and your family members for the long term care needs you may develop.