Long-term care includes medical and non-medical services that help children, adults and older adults who cannot manage daily activities independently.
Services may include help with dressing, eating, bathing, managing serious conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, recovering from illness or injury, and maintaining as much independence as possible.
Long-term care can support people of all ages with different needs, including:
Long-term care services may be available in a variety of settings, including:
Long-term care insurance may help cover services that are not typically included under Medicare, Medigap or traditional health insurance.
For more information, visit the Center for Medicare Education: Understanding Long-Term Care Insurance.
The Genesee County Long-Term Care Task Force works to improve long-term care planning and access for older adults and people with disabilities. More than 25 agencies and businesses participate, including representatives from:
For more information about long-term care services and planning, contact the Genesee County Office for the Aging.