Did you know October is National Long-Term Care Planning Month? We find, in our practice, that long-term care continues to be one of the least discussed topics for our Florida seniors and their families despite how critical it is.

Where does the conversation begin? It starts with understanding what “long-term care” is in America. The term can refer to various  types of care including a home health aide, assisted living or nursing home. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), “long-term care involves a variety of services designed to meet a person’s