Long-term care does not necessarily mean a nursing home. You can receive long-term care in a variety of settings, including:
Adult day care center, where care is provided during the day for adults usually in a public group setting.
Assisted living facility, a residential arrangement that may provide personalized care and health services. Residents may need help with activities of daily living like bathing and dressing. This type also may be called custodial care, domiciliary care, intermediate care, personal care, residential health care, sheltered care or supported care facilities.
Hospice care, provided to relieve pain and manage the symptoms associated with a terminal illness and any related conditions. Hospice care may be provided by an agency that specializes in relieving pain, managing symptoms and supporting dying persons and their families.
Nursing home, a licensed facility providing around-the-clock room and board, nursing care and personal services. Nursing homes also may offer medical care, therapy and other health-related services.
Your home, where you can receive services and supplies without having to leave. Common options are home health care, adult day care, hospice care and respite care. Other types of long-term care include:
Other types of long-term care include:
Custodial care (also called personal care), which helps you perform the activities of daily living with help from someone who doesn't have professional medical training.
Skilled nursing care, daily nursing and rehabilitative care performed only by or under the supervision of skilled medical personnel.