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.

Aging and Attendant Care Waiver Renewals – Comment Responses

The Office of Long-Term Living received 311 comments from various stakeholders, many of which were incorporated into the final waiver renewals. Others will be considered for future waiver amendments or policy clarifications. The Office of Long-Term Living appreciates the time and effort put forth by all of its stakeholders. The comments received from stakeholders will assist in improving the quality and effectiveness of the services provided to participants.

To access OLTL’s response to comments, click on the links below:

Aging Waiver Comments

Attendant Care Waiver Comments

Learn More

A-Z Directory of Services
Enterprise Incident Management (EIM)
Information for Families and Individuals
Information for Providers
Integrated Care for Dual Eligibles
Long-Term Living in Pennsylvania
Long-Term Care Case Mix Information
Long Term Living Training Institute
Senior Care and Services Study Commission
Search for Long-Term Living Providers

BED REQUESTS

Under 55 Pa.Code § 1187.21a (relating to nursing facility bed requests-statement of policy), the Department of Public Welfare (Department) is required to post the notice on the website 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.

2012 Bed Requests
2011 Bed Requests
2010 Bed Requests
2009 Bed Requests

Workbook

History of Bed Request Decisions

History of Bed Request Decisions

BED TRANSFER REQUESTS

2013 Bed Transfer Requests
Public Comments

2012 Bed Transfer Requests
2011 Bed Transfer Requests
2010 Bed Transfer Requests

Learn more about the Long-Term Care Subcommittee:

Committee news and schedule
Committee minutes 2004-2010
Committee minutes 2011
Committee minutes 2012-2013

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