“But when you consider that several family members are at risk,” she continues, “the odds of your family unit being impacted are almost 100 percent.”

This hard fact doesn’t have to be bad news, though, Gott asserts. She recommends bringing up the LTC issue at some point Thursday. “When is a better time?” she asks. “Everyone will be together in one place. And hopefully everyone will be in a relaxed, receptive frame of mind.”

Questions that might be raised include -

* If you, your spouse, Mom or Dad, your brother or sister, or other family member suddenly needs long-term care, how will it be paid for? Is an LTC insurance policy in force? If not, would it make sense to look into one?

* If Mom or Day, say, were to need long-term care suddenly, who would have the time to care for them personally if there’s no insurance to cover professional care? Who has a spare room, or who could afford time away from work or family responsibilities?

* What about the question of inheritance? Are you expecting something from Mom or Dad – to help pay your kids’ college bills, perhaps? Or if you’re the aging Mom or Dad, are you expecting to pass something on to your family? Remember that long-term care expenses can quickly consume one’s assets, leaving little or nothing to bequeath.

* Is Medicaid an option you’re considering for long-term care expenses? If so, remember that one must exhaust assets in order to qualify for Medicaid.

“Why not make every Thanksgiving, from here on, a little more hopeful – by attacking the long-term care threat now?” Gott asks. “Consider all the thinking and discussing you do just to plan for the turkey dinner and getting together. Why not make time for a side conversation on long-term care – an issue vital to everyone’s future happiness?”

LTC Financial Partners is one of the nation’s largest and most experienced agencies specializing in long-term care insurance. More information is available at the LTCFP website: http://www.ltcfp.com .

LTCFP is a co-founder and sponsor of the “3 in 4 Need More” campaign, which seeks to alert Americans to the long-term healthcare crisis, and to multiply the number protected by long-term care planning. The 3in4 Association is currently sponsoring the 3in4 Caregiver Contest, which has $50,000 worth of prizes in the form of a home caregiver makeover, as a way of “saying thanks”: http://3in4contest.com/index.html .

*(Photo Caption: LTC Financial Partners National Sales Manager and Chairman of the Board Denise Gott.)

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According to Craig Smith, many Americans lose their free-ranging lifestyles when a loved one, unprotected by long-term care planning, suddenly needs help with the tasks of daily living. “Suppose your parent, spouse, or child suffers an illness or accident requiring long-term care. You could easily become the default caregiver,” says Smith. “How would that affect your income and your life? Your individual freedom could be seriously compromised.”

In addition, Smith points out, when there’s been no long-term care planning, the independence of those needing care may also be seriously compromised.

The answer, according to Smith, is to plan for long-term care needs well in advance. This may involve setting aside savings to pay for professional care, taking out long-term care insurance, or modifying one’s home to make it easier for a disabled person to move about, dress, cook, or use the bathroom.

“Regular health insurance and Medicare don’t cover most long-term care expenses,” says Smith. “And Medicaid assistance is designed for those without assets.” He also points to a Prudential Financial Inc. survey which found that 74% of consumers age 55 to 65 said they were concerned about needing some kind of long-term care.

LTCFP is a co-founder and sponsor of the “3 in 4 Need More” campaign, run by the 3in4 Association, which seeks to multiply the number of Americans protected by long-term care planning. More information: http://web.ltcfp.com and http://www.3in4needmore.com .

The idea of linking long-term care independence with the 4th of July originated with Peter Molnar, an LTCFP Partner who observed that “Americans need independence” in spite of long-term care requirements, and that July 4 was the perfect day to recognize this.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Dick Samson, of EraNova Institute for LTC Financial Partners, +1-973-335-3699.

Instead of the normal expectations of many children who look forward to Christmas and to the gifts they will receive, Haley points out the one thing that matters most; the love for family and the relationship between a father and daughter.

Today, with so much separation of family members due to divorce or jobs, or even military assignment, Haley’s Christmas is a great reminder for 2010 that the most important values of the holiday season are those of family and the strength of those relationships.

“I believe that this song has a statement to make in 2010,” says songwriter Kimberly Fuller, who wrote the song.

“I was inspired by my two daughters, who have not seen their father since they were 8 yrs old, and only ever received a card for Christmas from him, and not every Christmas.”

Haley’s Christmas is a great inspiration for the 2010 holiday season.

Music video available on YouTube, at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loZrGrgFBXg .

Available as a single on iTunes and other online retailers.

Contact Good Gets Better Publishing at “Goodgetsbetter @ live.com” (remove spaces).

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The Milwaukee and national signature event, which will take place at Central Bark; 5780 W. Hemlock; Milwaukee, Wis., 53223 from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m., is expected to attract about 50 bulldogs and their owners.

The event will feature snacks and mingling for pups and people, but different this year is a showcasing of regional agencies doing great work around diversity and acceptance issues. Even though bulldogs’ saggy skin makes them look to have perpetual frowns and their stout bodies connote sluggishness, bulldogs are affectionate animals that enjoy attention from humans, according to bulldog owner and the holiday’s host, author Jackie Valent of Wauwatosa, who is also a human resources executive at Deloitte, LLP.

“I hope that ‘National Bulldogs are Beautiful Day’ teaches us to embrace differences in people; if people see beyond the looks and aggressive ancestry of a bulldog, they can certainly look within and challenge themselves to accept their neighbors of a different race, gender, appearance, lifestyle, physical ability, national origin or religion.

“In today’s global community, we are valuable as a cohesive civilization rather than as segmented populations.” Valent knows that changing people’s prejudices is a large order, but with her success as a human resources specialist who works passionately with diversity issues, and each time someone hides their face in shame after hearing that Stinky is her bulldog’s name of affection, not cruelty, she believes that it can be done.

Host your own National Bulldogs are Beautiful Day celebration and show people that there is beauty in all beings!

The story of Stinky the Bulldog
A loveable bulldog in a new neighborhood, Stinky is eager to make friends, but is quickly disappointed when kids crinkle their noses and run away; they don’t even know him! Packed with vibrant illustrations, “Stinky the Bulldog” (ISBN-13: 978-1420826975, AuthorHouse) is a touching story that teaches the value of people’s differences, and the wonders of true friendship.

“If we cherish our differences and learn to cooperate and reason with one another, our world will be a more profitable and peaceful place,” Valent said. “It’s a grande effort, but one that we can learn from our bulldog partners.”

More information on “Stinky the Bulldog”: www.stinkythebulldog.com and www.stinkythebulldogmedia.com.

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What makes this service unique one might ask? Besides being the only service of its kind, this awesome web based company offers verbal greetings for all occasions ranging from Anniversary, Birthday, Get Well, Keep In Touch, Holiday, Thank You, just to name a few. Did we fail to mention, Greet-A-Call’s verbal greetings are delivered via telephone by live greeters? Let us also note that consumers can place safe and secure orders online at greetacall.com 24 hours a day 7 days a week. GAC’s energetic call center greeters are available to deliver verbal greetings between the hours of 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. in each U.S. time zone. If time is of the essence, last minute greeting orders and greetings scheduled to be delivered up to a year in advance are permitted through GAC.

Envision being the recipient of an enthusiastic verbal greeting from a live GAC call center greeter on your special birthday. Not only placing a smile on your face and a flutter in your heart; you will also encounter a momentous birthday due to this heartfelt greeting sentiment.

Allowing its customers the option to set up an account within its web store ensuring a faster checkout process; along with the option to customize their verbal greetings are only a few of the perks offered by GAC.

Greet-A-Call understands how important it is for consumers to shop with a high level of confidence and safety while online. GAC is a member of the Better Business Bureau, PayPal verified, and maintains a One Million dollar secure site guarantee through Site Safe(TM). Ensuring its consumers their personal data and credit card information is highly protected and well safe guarded through 128-bit encryption. To receive such accreditations, GAC has provided the following organizations with authoritative credentials and continues to maintain the necessary standards to validate its business practices.

In edition to its everyday consumers, Greet-A-Call offers custom verbal greeting packages to large corporations and small business. Case studies have proven that repeat business plays a huge factor in a company’s success rate. The idea behind GAC’s Professional and Corporate Packages is to keep its clients at the top of their customer’s minds per receiving a custom verbal “Thank You” greeting; thanking the customer for their much appreciated business. This is a proven factor in building customer loyalty and receiving quality referrals. Also, sending staff and co-workers a custom verbal Birthday or Service Above & Beyond greeting, is a sure way to establish a work environment conducive to doing quality work by improving morale and productivity.

About Greet-A-Call, LLC
The company was founded in 2006 and is definitely moving in the right direction. The concept behind GAC was based on the inability to remember a “Favorite Aunt’s” birthday. In various households, this would be considered detrimental to one’s special day. To overcome misfortunes of this magnitude GAC stands behind its company standard, “Remembering What Matters Most by Bridging the Communication Gap One Greeting at a Time.” GAC’s creative writing department remains diligent at work adding new immaculate and exhilarating verbal greeting cards on a weekly basis

Visit greetacall.com and search its vast selections of eloquent verbal greeting cards and listen to a few of its verbal greeting samples. For further information, contact Greet-A-Call toll free at 1.800.475.8909 between the hours of 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. CST Monday through Friday or via email at customerservice@greetacall(.com).

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First, try to remember the value of independence. Almost no one wants to be uprooted from his or her home. Getting help doesn’t always mean moving. Many people can remain safe in their home with minimal help.

There are often signs of trouble that usually show up in several areas. By being observant, you may be able to identify problems before they become a crisis.

While you are visiting, consider the following:

* Are medications a problem? According to a recent survey, one out of every three seniors said they had trouble taking their medications correctly. If someone takes four or more medications daily, they are at significant risk.

* Is there difficulty with daily living activities? A variety of equipment can easily be used in the home to make it safer.

* Is the person depressed? Clinical depression is real and it affects thousands of people over 70 at home.

Through Interim HealthCare you can access a free online Independent Living Assessment at www.homestyleservices.com that lets you get involved and become informed about factors that limit a person’s ability to live safe and independent in the comfort of his or her home. By taking a few moments of time, you can answer a series of questions to identify how well the individual can perform activities of daily living and other factors that impact his or her well-being.

The assessment results provide valuable information about next steps, including recommendations for checking with a physician when appropriate, situations in which home care might help, “red flags” about safety issues and general, useful information about conditions, what you should watch for and expect.

Interim HealthCare also offers comprehensive at home assessments through their local offices. These assessments are conducted by a qualified professional so you can make informed decision about the services needed. Once the assessment is completed, develop a customized plan is developed that fits each client’s individual situation and supports his or her capabilities. Interim offers a variety of personal care services including companionship, homemaking, and meal preparation. These services are provided in the comfort of one’s home, regardless of whether it’s a private residence or a senior living facility.

About Interim HealthCare
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s oldest proprietary national organization providing health care personnel at all skill levels in all settings. Through a national network of more than 300 offices, Interim HealthCare provides diverse services including home care, medical staffing and occupational health. Interim employs more than 75,000 health care workers and provides services to approximately 50,000 people each day.

For more information, visit www.interimhealthcare.com

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First, try and remember the value of independence. Almost no one wants to be uprooted from his or her home. Getting help doesn’t always mean moving. Many people can remain safe in their home with minimal help.

There are often signs of trouble that usually show up in several areas. By being observant, you may be able to identify problems before they become a crisis.

While you are visiting, consider the following:

* Are medications a problem? According to a recent survey, one out of every three seniors said they had trouble taking their medications correctly. If someone takes four or more medications daily, they are at significant risk.

* Is there difficulty with daily living activities? A variety of equipment can easily be used in the home to make it safer.

* Is the person depressed? Clinical depression is real and it affects thousands of people over 70 at home.

Through Interim HomeStyle Services, you can access a free online Independent Living Assessment at www.homestyleservices.com that lets you get involved and become informed about factors that limit a person’s ability to live safe and independent in the comfort of his or her home. By taking a few moments of your time, you can answer a series of questions to identify how well the individual can perform activities of daily living and other factors that impact his or her well-being.

The assessment results provide valuable information about next steps, including recommendations for checking with a physician when appropriate, situations in which home care might help, “red flags” about safety issues and general, useful information about conditions, what you should watch for and expect.

Interim HomeStyle Services offers a variety of personal care services including companionship, homemaking, transportation, and meal preparation. These services are provided in the comfort of one’s home, regardless of where they live, be it a private residence or a senior living facility.

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s oldest proprietary national organization providing health care personnel at all skill levels in all settings. Through one of the country’s most comprehensive network of 800 offices (franchise, branch and affiliates) Interim HealthCare provides diverse services including home care, medical staffing, occupational health and pharmaceutical support services. Interim employs more than 75,000 health care workers and provides services to approximately 50,000 people each day.

More information: www.interimhealthcare.com.

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