In November, LKiChoice recognized National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM). NFCM supports family caregivers with tools and educational resources. It also promotes awareness to caregiving issues for families and communities. Caregiver Action Network leads NFCM throughout the month. They share access…
For Participants enrolled in Self-Direction, one of your roles is to hire your own Direct Care Professionals (DCP), or employees. Before you hire anyone, it's important have a list of qualified applicants to interview. The best way to do this…
For Participants enrolled in Self-Direction, employing your own Direct Care Professionals (DCP), or employees, is one of your most important roles. Having a quality list of applicants can ensure you receive the highest quality support. Drafting a job description that…
On September 21, we will be celebrating World Alzheimer's Day, in culmination of World Alzheimer's Month (WAM) in September. LKiChoice wants to provide you with tips on recognizing Alzheimer’s and where you can find more resources. Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI)…
A “Home and Community Preferences” survey by AARP found more than 75 percent of adults over 50 want to remain at home as they age. The survey polled almost 3,000 American adults of all ages. The survey found that most…
On June 27, we will celebrate the life and achievements of Helen Keller. Keller, who was blind and deaf, became a distinguished author, public speaker, and advocate for the deaf and blind throughout the 20th century. Keller was the first…
AARP recently released its Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Scorecard. The Scorecard creates interest and investment in LTSS by measuring each state’s support and services. It also identifies areas of improvement that directly affect consumers and their families. By ranking…
Susie Myers, Senior Enrollment Specialist with LKiChoice, recently had the pleasure to visit Sandra Larson, and her husband to help with her in-home enrollment process. Sandra and her husband/caregiver, Tom, live in Holmen, Wisconsin. Their lovely apartment can fit their…
Spring is right around the corner and that means sunshine and warm weather but it can also mean a decrease in air quality. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take to prepare yourself for poor air quality. The…
It’s March and LKichoice is celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM). DDAM has been around since 1987. President Regan dedicated the month to building awareness for individuals with disabilities. The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) runs a…