August 2019
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, one in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. As the population age 65 and older increases, the number is only expected to increase over the next decade. Bankrate has curated an Alzheimer’s and Dementia financial planning guide outlining the potential costs you or your family may […]
April 2018
Ever taken a trip down memory lane and reminisced about your childhood? For many dementia patients, these early memories can feel like the only strong memories that are left. On a recent segment from the Today Show, experts discussed “Reminiscence Therapy,” a new practice that is being implemented into adult day care facilities for Dementia […]
July 2017
When people hear the words “long term care,” they often think of nursing homes or assisted living facilities. However, what many do not realize is that almost 80% of care is provided at home.1 Recent statistics indicate an increase in the amount of Alzheimer’s and dementia patients who are dying at home as opposed to […]
July 2017
Have you noticed the topic of caregiving coming up in your conversations with friends and family? You’re not the only one! In fact, this has become a popular topic of conversation, and Chris Farrell of the Star Tribune wants to tell you why. According to his article, the level of preparedness for long term care […]
July 2017
Alzheimer’s: A topic of conversation that is unfortunately making its way into the homes of more Americans these days. Within the last 15 years, the number of individuals in the United States living with this disease has increased by 55 percent, with the expected number of cases projected to rise to 16 million in 2050.1 […]
May 2017
As our loved ones near the stage of their lives where they may need long term care, it is important to be educated on how you can ensure they will receive the care they need without putting yourself or your loved ones in financial distress. In an article by SeniorsMatter.com, payment options and how assisted […]
August 2016
Best known for his roles as Willy Wonka from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and Dr. Frankenstein in the movie Young Frankenstein, actor Gene Wilder passed away at age 83 due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease. The actor was diagnosed with the disease three years prior, however, he and his family kept his diagnosis […]
June 2016
When we think of an individual being provided care from one of their children, we think of this caregiver as an adult. However, this past Sunday, the StarTribune published a few articles on Minnesotan children, ages 9 to 18, providing care to their parents who are too sick to care for themselves and their families. […]
June 2016
Every year on the summer solstice, the Alzheimer’s Association® holds a team event called The Longest Day. This event is meant to raise money and spread awareness for those battling Alzheimer’s disease as well as their caregivers. From sunrise to sunset, teams are expected to create their own experiences and participate in any activity they […]
February 2016
From our client newsletter: Think long term care planning is just for older people? Think again! Here are just a few of the celebrities who are turning 50 in 2016. If you know anyone who was born in the 1960s, let them know that now is the time for them to explore their planning options […]
