
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.
Take the quizWhat 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 NowWhat 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 Live11 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 BudgetDoes 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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