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Office of Long Term Living

The majority of people will need assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and meal preparation, at some point in their lives, whether due to aging, injury, illness or disability. Knowing what types of services are needed, available and how to obtain them is not easy. Whether you need help now or are exploring future options for yourself or a loved one, services and supports available through the Pennsylvania Office of Long Term Living can assist you.

The goal of this Web site is to provide you easy access to information about the services and supports available, across Pennsylvania, through the Office of Long Term Living. Helpful information is available for those who provide care and for people interested in planning for future needs.

The Office of Long Term Living helps Pennsylvanians find answers to these questions:

  • What types of services and supports are available?
  • Where can you find providers or caregivers?
  • How do I become a provider of long term living services?
  • How will you pay for the services?

You may also call the toll-free Long Term Care Helpline at 1-866-286-3636. Counselors will be able to provide information and refer you to the local agencies that can provide assistance with planning and arranging long term care and services.

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2009 Group One Exception Requests

Under 55 Pa.Code § 1187.21a (relating to nursing facility exception requests-statement of policy), the Department Public Welfare (Department) is required to publish a public notice in the Pennsylvania Bulletin listing requests received from nursing facility providers for an increase in the number of the providers’ licensed and MA-certified beds. The public notice gives the opportunity for interested persons to submit comments regarding the notice to the Department.

During the period from January 1, 2009, through June 30, 2009, the Department received no written requests from providers for additional beds. Therefore, the Department will not be publishing a notice for a 2009 Group One Exception Requests covering the submission period of January 1, 2009, through June 30, 2009.

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