Tag: Senior Citizen Interests

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. /eNewsChannels/ -- As our country celebrates Independence Day, it's an appropriate time to reflect on the value itself, says Terry Truesdell, President and CEO of The National LTC Network. Mirriam-Webster's dictionary defines independent as: not subject to control by others; not requiring or relying on something else; not requiring or relying on others (as for care or livelihood).

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Today the non-profit 3in4 Association announces a partnership with CareOptions Online (COOL), a web-based service promoting wellness and offering quick, easy access to healthcare services for entire families. The main focus is on mature adults and seniors, but the health and fitness advice applies to children and young adults as well.

TORRANCE, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ -- Smart phones have changed the way most of us do many things. Now they can aid those who provide in-home care for seniors or the disabled, according to Anna Chu Lin of Friends Beyond Borders. Golden Days Senior Care Services, in Torrance, Calif., has released a list of some of the best apps for the iPhone, Blackberry, and Android operating systems.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. /eNewsChannels/ -- MasterCare Solutions, a National LTC Network member, hosted the May 11 Oregon stop of the 3in4 Need More Tour. Nathan Sanow, Business Development Manager at MasterCare, and Erica Drake, Marketing Specialist at the firm, accompanied tour spokesperson and elder care expert Dr. Marion Somers ('Dr. Marion') as she addressed the need for long term care planning in Portland, Oregon.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- In a tight presidential race, voter sentiment on religion, race, jobs or contraception could tip the balance. Or 'the decisive issue just might be a health problem that jeopardizes almost every American family,' says Jonas Roeser, Senior VP of Marketing and Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long-term care insurance agencies.

DENVER, Colo. /eNewsChannels/ -- A new look and new services for Building Business Success has been unveiled. The new company name, Sage Money Managers, LLC signifies the expansion of its service offering into the arena of Personal Finance. This is in addition to Accounting and Business Management. The firm's new image personifies its focus on providing solutions and services for individual and business Daily Money Management.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Long-term care insurance is subsidized, in effect, by Uncle Sam. 'For many people, a large part of their premium cost is deductible on their federal tax return,' says Denise Gott, National Sales Manager and Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). 'That doesn't make coverage free, but it makes it more affordable for millions.' LTCFP is one of the nation's largest and most experienced agencies specializing in long-term care insurance.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Looking for a New Year's resolution that's not a sweat, like losing 15 pounds or going off cigarettes? 'Consider resolving to investigate long-term care insurance,' says Denise Gott, National Sales Manager and Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). 'It's a snap to accomplish, takes just minutes, and you'll breathe easier about your future.'

MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J. /eNewsChannels/ -- Today the EraNova Institute announces the publication of a special report, Avoiding the Long-Term Care Wipeout by Riding the Life-Extension Wave. 'It offers a win-win-win strategy that can enrich three constituencies while helping America thrive again,' says Richard W. Samson, Director of EraNova and author of the report.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Today the American Senior Benefits Association (ASBA) announced the selection of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) to provide long-term care education and insurance for members and their families. The aim of the ASBA Long-Term Care Insurance Program is to supply education on the financial risks associated with long-term care and how a long-term care insurance policy can transfer these risks from a member's assets to that of an insurance carrier.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Each November, during Long-Term Care Awareness month, Americans are reminded to think about their future care needs. For those who want to get serious about it, a seminar is available to answer all questions. It's provided free to local groups by LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's largest long-term care insurance agencies representing multiple carriers.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Washington state residents are about to be rewarded for planning ahead for their long-term care (LTC) needs, but the forthcoming program will be even better with a few tweaks. So says Helen Boyer, who testified on October 11 before the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. Boyer, a Bellevue-based attorney specializing in insurance law, is a Partner with LTC Financial Partners, LLC.

MADISON, Wis. /eNewsChannels/ -- Collegiate Caregivers announced this week the launch of a new home care business that aims to revolutionize the senior care industry through an intelligent and unique use of college students and technology.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- If one of your aging parents suddenly needs help with the tasks of daily living, who will provide it? You? 'If that's your default plan,' says Craig Smith, President of LTC Financial Partners LLC, 'be prepared for sticker shock. Your services don't come free.' LTCFP is one of the nation's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies.

HOUSTON, Texas /eNewsChannels/ -- Active Empty Nesters, a website aimed directly at helping baby-boomers lead an active and productive life, is proud to announce the appointment of Patti Stevens-Lovell as the new Director of Member Services for our rapidly expanding social networking website.

WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ -- On Friday, July 15, universal principles of eldercare were affirmed by exiled Tibetan leaders and Dr. Marion Somers, the pre-eminent U.S. advocate for better long-term care. Dr. Marion was in Washington, D.C., representing the 3in4 Association on a national tour.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces the availability of hundreds of experts who will speak to local groups supporting a new national awareness campaign. The campaign is titled 3in4 Need More, www.3in4needmore.com, and it is about educating Americans on all their long term care planning options.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. /eNewsChannels/ -- Active Empty Nesters, the free social networking site aimed at helping baby boomers maintain an active lifestyle, is proud to announce that Pamela D. Wilson, host of the weekly radio show The Caring Generation, will be joining us an ongoing contributor.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- On Independence Day, if you're a potential long-term caregiver or one who may need care, why not resolve to protect your own independence in the years to come? This advice comes from LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. /eNewsChannels/ -- As soon as SimplyHome was asked by the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition design team to provide some unique technology applications to support independent living for a home makeover, they loaded some trailers and vehicles and hit the road ready for action.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. /eNewsChannels/ -- Active Empty Nesters, a social networking website which launched earlier this year and aims to help baby-boomers and seniors lead an active and productive life, is pleased to announce its rapidly growing website with new groups.

HOUSTON, Texas /eNewsChannels/ -- Golfers in the Houston Metro area have a new tool at their disposal to help them track down additional players, thanks to Active Empty Nesters, a new social networking site aimed at helping Baby Boomers lead an active lifestyle.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Scant planning for long-term care is a big problem in America. Prudential Financial Inc. notes that 74 percent of consumers ages 55 to 65 (about three in every four) polled for a recent survey said they are concerned about needing some kind of long-term care. 'Yet nearly 54 percent of Baby Boomers, now entering their retirement years, believe Medicare or health insurance will cover their long-term care needs, when they won't,' says Denise Gott of LTCFP.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ -- Braving a threat of thunderstorms, busy New Yorkers and vacationing tourists gathered in Times Square Tuesday morning to hear classical music by Juilliard students followed by a flash mob of seemingly disabled older people who suddenly abandoned their crutches to begin dancing joyfully. That captured the crowd's attention. What was up? The question was soon answered by Jonas Roeser, of the 3in4 Association.

SAN JOSE, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ -- The Silicon Valley community came together to help Comfort Keepers collect 2000 lbs. of food through its STOP Senior Hunger food drive for local seniors in need during September, Hunger Action Month and 2010 Holiday Season.