For many of us the ability to drive to and from the places we wish to visit, is an overlooked freedom of ours that allows us great independence. If you need to get to work, want an ice cream cone, or simply feel like taking a scenic drive, you have the ability to hop in your car and go! While age 16 tends to be the age most of us discover the newfound freedom of getting behind a wheel, the age at which we choose to retire our car keys can vary by individual. In fact, there is no required[…]
Diabetic Friendly Recipes for the 4th
Because eating healthy is a top priority for our diabetic friends, we are committed to providing you with tasty and healthy meal recipes for you to try. Today we have compiled for you a list of diabetic friendly and crowd pleasing meals to enjoy this Fourth of July! Please note: None of these recipes belong to EasyDiabetesLife
BBQ Chicken
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup organic or sugar free ketchup
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
- 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2[…]
Options for Paying Long Term Care
It is important to plan for your future care. Most people in their fifties and early sixties don’t want to think about the possibility of needing help bathing, dressing or eating, but 70% of people over the age of 65 require assistance in two or more daily activities or need some type of long-term care. Here are some of the most common options for paying for long term care.
Out Of Pocket
Out of pocket or self-insurance means that you pay for all of your medical bills on your own.[…]
All About Long Term Care
Discussing long-term care
When it comes to long term care, there are many who wish to avoid the subject. Many do not like to imagine themselves in need of this care. Others feel they have countless more years before they have to consider these matters. Because of this, many individuals will find themselves unprepared when the need for long term care arises.
1 in 3 aged 65 and over will need long term care at some point. This number is quite high and rising with a rapidly increasing aging population. The truth is, the[…]
What is Long Term Care?
What is long-term care?
Long-term care is often be referred to as LTC and refers to help with activities of daily living. These activities include bathing, dressing, grooming, transfering, and other activities performed to take care of oneself. When individuals are no longer able to complete two or more of these activities without assistance their exists the need for long-term care. Long-term care differs from other forms of care by nature. Long-term care focuses on services provided to promote independence for individuals who can longer care for themselves.
Who needs long-term care?
Long-term care is designed[…]
Try These Healthy Instant Pot Dinners
Taking action
When it comes to living healthy there are many small steps we can take action with. Being proactive versus reactive with our health can make all the difference. This entails helping your body stay healthy versus trying to heal your body after the fact. However, both are worthy causes and can help you stay healthy longer.
Eating well
Here at LTC TREE we want you to stay healthy as long as possible. We help you prepare for your long-term care planning while also hoping you never need it. Just like with any other[…]
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