Long-term care is personal care or assistance offered for an extended period of time in a variety of settings: skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities, assisted living centers or at home with contracted help. The need for long term care may arise due to an accident or illness, or the effects of aging. The most appropriate setting and level of care is generally determined in accordance with each individual’s specific needs.
Many people find themselves overwhelmed with information related to long term care. The wealth of information about care settings, financial options and appropriate needs assessment can be confusing but there are resources for consumers to find the information they need to make appropriate choices. The pages contained within this section can help you answer important questions about long term care.
