Feb
25
Nearly 7 million people now receive long-term care services nationwide, according to a new report from LeadingAge (formerly the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging
There are 16,100 certified nursing homes in the United States.
There are 39,500 assisted living facilities in the United States.
There are more than 1.7 million nursing home residents in the United States.
There are more than 1.1 million seniors in some type of senior housing community in the United States.
More than 150,000 individuals receive care and services at an adult day center.
By 2020, 12 million older Americans will need long-term services and supports.
Among people turning 65 today, 69 percent will need some form of long-term services and supports over the remainder of their life, whether in the community or in a residential care facility.
