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Devote adequate resources—the nation should devote sufficient resources to ensure access to benefits and adequate benefit levels for all who qu

In 2020, 38.9 million adults provided unpaid care to an adult family member or friend with health or functional needs.

In 1999, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Olmstead vs. L.C.

Most people want control over the long-term services and supports (LTSS) they receive regardless of their age or disability.

These principles reflect AARP's vision for reforming the financing and delivery of long-term services and supports (LTSS) to promote consumer independence, choice, dig

The federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides monthly cash benefits to people age 65 and older with very low income and assets, individuals who are blind,

Due to the high cost of long-term services and supports (LTSS), many older adults fear impoverishment and becoming a burden to their families.

Title III of the Older Americans Act (OAA) provides funding for a wide range of long-term services and supports (LTSS), social, and nutritional services. 

Private-sector approaches for financing long-term services and supports (LTSS) must be part of a comprehensive LTSS financing strategy.

Long-term care insurance (LTCI) can be purchased privately.