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Many groups that offer more information about long-term care. A sampling:The Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program was created by state Insurance Commissioner Jim Long and provides information about health insurance for seniors. The program answers questions about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage, Medicare prescription drug plans, long-term care insurance and other health insurance concerns. (800) 443-9354www.ncdoi.com/ Consumer/ SHIIP/ SHIIP.aspThe U.S. Administration on Aging offers a "tool kit" on planning for long-term care. www.aoa.gov/LTC/toolkit_confirm.aspResources for Seniors operates programs and services for senior and disabled adults in Wake County. The agency also publishes a guide to resources for seniors. Resources for Seniors, 1110 Navaho Drive, Suite 400, Raleigh, NC 27609. 872-7933. E-mail: intake@rfsnc.orgwww.resourcesforseniors.comThe N.C. Division of Aging and Adult Services provides services and information for older adults. 733-3983.www.dhhs.state.nc.us/aging/The Kaiser Family Foundation offers an online tutorial on financing long-term care. Click on: Financing Long Term Carewww.kaiseredu.org/ tutorials_index.asp#FinancingAARP offers information on long-term care insurance.www.aarp.org/ research/ longtermcare/The Health Insurance Association of America also offers a guide to long-term care insurance.www.pueblo.gsa.gov/ cic_text/ health/ ltc/ guide.htm
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