Long-Term Care: Advice & Resources from AARP

Long-Term Care: Advice & Resources from AARP


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Understanding Long-Term Care Take charge of your future by making decisions now about your home, health and finances


Long-Term Care: It’s More Than Insurance


The best time to plan for long-term care (LTC) is long before you need it. AARP has the expert advice and tools you need. Find out what you need to know.

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What is Long-Term Care?


Making a long-term care plan is more than just buying insurance or updating a will.


 


It’s about mapping your own course and living life as you want.


 


It’s considering what you’ll need to live independently for as long as possible and includes thinking about your home and community, your health and finances, and even your medical wishes.


 


Don’t leave these important life decisions to someone else. Small steps now will secure a safer, happier future.

Get Started Start Planning Now


What Age to Start Planning


What Medicare and Medicaid Cover


Don’t Let Denial Delay Planning


How to Lead Hard Family Conversations


Take a Step: Complete Your Advance Directive

Choose Where to Live


11 Housing Choices for Older Adults


Think Ahead: Understand Your Care Options


Aging Solo? Build Your Care Team


Take a Step: Do Some Home Improvement

Make a Budget


Does Medicare Pay for Long-Term Care?


What If You Can’t Afford Long-Term Care?


Decide if LTC Insurance Is Right for You


Best Time to Buy Long-Term Care Insurance


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What You Should Know About Long-Term Care Insurance


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