La mayoría de los adultos mayores desean envejecer en casa y en sus comunidades. Muchos necesitarán cuidados a largo plazo, también conocidos como servicios y apoyos a largo plazo (LTSS, por sus siglas en inglés), para lograrlo. Los cuidados a largo plazo deben ser sólidos, accesibles y asequibles para quienes más los necesitan.
Por qué es importante la atención a largo plazo
Si bien la atención a largo plazo es esencial para ayudar a los adultos mayores a vivir y envejecer donde elijan, los sistemas actuales no están preparados para ofrecer y brindar los servicios y apoyos que más necesitan.
Áreas de enfoque
Las políticas y programas estatales y federales deben cerrar las brechas de cobertura, simplificar los sistemas y garantizar que todos los adultos mayores tengan acceso a apoyos domiciliarios y comunitarios (HCBS).
Aquí está Cómo estamos Dando vida a este objetivo:
Addressing Gaps in Emergency Response Symptoms for Older Adults Impacted by Wildfires
Apr 2026
California
Cuidados a largo plazo
In January 2025, residents of Los Angeles County survived extensive wildfires and navigated its aftermath.Widespread evacuations resulted in the displacement of many older adults, who faced heightened risks due to mobility limitations, chronic conditions, sensory impairments, reliance on medications and medical equipment, and increased exposure to smoke and stress.
The rising costs of long-term services and supports (LTSS), also known as long-term care, are one of the biggest—and least understood—risks facing older adults and their families. Nearly 70 percent of Americans will need LTSS, yet most lack meaningful protection against the financial and practical challenges that come with needing help over time. Middle-income families are especially vulnerable, often earning too much to qualify for Medicaid while being unable to afford high out-of-pocket expenses.
Caregiving Crisis: Is Long-Term Care Financing Reform the Solution?
Mar 2026
Cuidados a largo plazo
The United States is at an inflection point. As our population ages, the demands on our long-term care system are accelerating; however, the system itself has not kept pace. What we are witnessing is often described as a “caregiving crisis,” but that framing understates the reality.
Medi-Cal 1115 Waiver Renewal: Policy Recommendations to Strengthen HCBS and CalAIM in California
Mar 2026
California
Cuidados a largo plazo
Medi-Cal continues to be a critical access point for health care and home and community-based services (HCBS) for older adults and people with disabilities. As these populations grow and their needs change, it’s imperative that Medi-Cal evolve to remain responsive.
Do You Hear What I Hear? Why Listening to Older Adults Leads to Better Care
Feb 2026
Nacional
Cuidados a largo plazo
Extensive new research shows better outcomes and lower costs result when providers consider patient preferences in care plans. Diving into LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston’s quantitative and qualitative work, we learn key takeaways and actionable insights.
