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Senior Living Dictionary

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Our Glossary can help you learn about commonly used terms and the different senior housing and care choices available.
 
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Licensed Practical Nurse (lpn)
LPNs are trained to administer technical nursing procedures as well as provide a range of health care services, such as administration of medication and changing of dressings. One year of post high school education and passage of a state licensing exam is required.
 
Life Care Community
A Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) which offers an insurance type contract and provides all levels of care. It often includes payment for acute care and physician's visits. Little or no change is made in the monthly fee, regardless of the level of medical care required by the resident, except for cost of living increases.
 
Long-Term Care
Provision of services to persons of any age who are afflicted with chronic health impairments.
 
Long-Term Care Insurance
Privately issued insurance policy which covers the cost of nursing home care, assisted living, and home health care. Premiums are based on age, health, length of deductible period, amount paid, and duration of benefits. Currently pays only two percent of national nursing home costs.
 
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