Congress Tackles Long-Term Care (New York Times)
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The New Old Age Blog of the New York Times examines the CLASS Act, a bill introduced by Senator Edward M. Kennedy, that would establish a national long-term care insurance program.
The New Old Age Blog of the New York Times examines the CLASS Act, a bill introduced by Senator Edward M. Kennedy, that would establish a national long-term care insurance program.
If S. 697, the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act of 2009 (CLASS Act) is passed, participants would receive daily benefits — money they could use to pay for home care, adult day programs, assisted living or nursing homes — whether they're elderly or young and disabled.
The blog post includes a Q&A with Barbara Manard, a health economist with the American Association of Housing and Services for the Aging, who worked with Mr. Kennedy's staff to draft the legislation.
Read the post: Congress Tackles Long-Term Care
Read NSCLC and the Leadership Council of Aging Organizations' letter of support for the CLASS Act
