Long-term care insurance helps protect assets and financial plans by paying for long-term care services if an individual is unable to perform daily activities or needs supervision due to cognitive impairment. Long-term care includes services provided at home, in assisted living facilities, or nursing homes. A long-term care insurance policy pays benefits to help cover the costs of long-term care services and allows individuals to receive care in their preferred setting. It is recommended to consider long-term care insurance now while rates are affordable and health status allows for qualification.