Sleep More Feel Better
Get More Sleep
According to a study conducted by the American Academy of Neurology, poor sleep patterns can be an early detection sign for Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers have identified a correlation between poor sleep and the biological markers found in spinal fluid, which indicate Alzheimer’s disease. Lack of sleep or interrupted sleep can lead to a buildup of Amyloid plaque in the spinal fluid, this plaque is commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s disease. This study examined 101 participants with an overall average age of 63, who were all considered at[…]
How to Vote in 2020
How to vote
This year there are many methods for voting and each specific guideline may vary depending upon your particular state or county. While some states offer early voting, Election day is Tuesday November 3rd, 2020. Some states participated in early voting, absentee ballots, as well as in person votes before and after election day. The key to making sure your vote counts is to follow the proper guidelines for your county’s form of voting. You may also ask your local election officials for help and details on how and where to[…]
Healthy Halloween Treats
In an effort to help our clients stay healthy and avoid from using their long term care insurance policy as long as possible, we are committed to featuring health tips and tricks found on the health tab of our website. Here you can find news, videos, and “Feature Friday’s Healthy Recipes”, available to you every Friday.
This Friday’s Featured recipe includes fun and healthy Halloween inspired treats and tricks! These recipes are sure to please the whole family (Please note none of these recipes belong to LTC TREE)
Muffin-Tin Pumpkin-and-Pear Stratas
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October: Breast Cancer Awareness
October PSA
Each year more than 230,000 women will be informed they have breast cancer and more than 40,000 will lose their live’s to it. Although most common in women following menopause, breast cancer does not discriminate. October is breast cancer awareness month however, it is important that we always remain vigilant in detecting this ravishing disease. If you are a woman over 40 it is recommended you see your doctor for a routine mammogram at least once a year, with a higher frequency suggested for those who have a family history of breast[…]
Baby Boomers Will Need Long Term Care
Baby Boomers
Baby-boomers are members of the generation born between the years of 1946 and 1964. These “boomers” make up a large portion of our population and in 2006 the first boomer would have reached age 60. There are approximately 76 million baby boomers and the majority of those can expect to require future long term care or home health care services at some point. Even a recent article written by Mayo Clinic which spoke on the various health issues this demographic face can elaborate upon this idea.Given the large demographic which falls[…]
How To Stick To Your Goals
Setting & Keeping
Setting new goals can help set a positive tone for your upcoming days however, setting goals is the easy part and it’s keeping those goals that can become a challenge. How many times have you ventured off with a brand new shiny idea to suddenly, eat better, save more, run a marathon, or even just make your bed every morning? Now how many times have you actually stuck to or even started these goals? Although you may have witnessed first hand that despite your genuine intentions, starting and[…]