Introductory Seminar Planned

When Dot Hartman, director of operations, community initiatives, for Landis Communities, first heard of Friends LifeCare a few years ago, one facet of the insurance - which is designed for those who want to stay at home as they age - attracted her and her husband. "A big part of it is that you get a care coordinator to walk with you," said Hartman.

Landis at Home has recently partnered with Friends LifeCare, based in the Valley Forge area. "(Friends LifeCare) was started because people wanted coverage for long-term care needs," explained Hartman. "It's meant to keep people who want to stay in their homes without having to go to skilled nursing."

More information about the organization will be available to those who attend an in-person seminar in the Calvin G. & Janet C. High Learning and Wellness Center at Landis Homes, 1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz, on Thursday, March 24, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Hartman explained that a Friends LifeCare care coordinator is available to those who take part in the insurance program from the moment they sign up. "The care coordinator will meet with you," she said. "You can do wellness planning. (Participants can have) as much or as little support as they want." Hartman went on to explain that if a hospitalization occurs, the care coordinator can help the insured work through the next steps, such as setting up therapy and home care. She noted that Lancaster County has an established care coordinator.

"Landis (Communities) started talking with Friends LifeCare about a partnership five years ago," said Hartman, who noted that Landis at Home is a preferred provider, but not the only option for those who choose Friends LifeCare.

Readers who wish to attend the in-person seminar may register by calling 717-381-3599 or visiting http://www.FriendsLifeCare.org/Landis. Online prerecorded webinars are available for those who cannot attend.