Frequently Asked Questions (Long-Term Care Insurance)

QuestionPlease tell me about the services available when family members are temporarily unable to provide home care.

Response

There are services such as short-term stay life care (short stay), short-term stay medical care (medical short stay), and small-scale multifunctional home care. Those certified as requiring support level 1 or 2 can access preventive short-term stay life care, preventive short-term stay medical care, and preventive small-scale multifunctional home care.

(Preventive Care) Short-Term Stay Life Care (Short Stay)

If a family member who provides assistance has to go out for unavoidable reasons and cannot provide care, you can stay temporarily at a nursing home or similar facility. During your stay, you can receive care and functional training.

(Preventive Care) Short-term Stay Nursing Care (Medical Short Stay)

If a family member who provides assistance has to go out for unavoidable reasons and cannot provide care, you can stay temporarily at a nursing home or similar facility. During your stay, you can receive care and functional training under medical supervision.

(Preventive Care) Small-scale Multifunctional Home Care

You can receive services that combine short-term stays and home visits centered around attending facilities in your familiar area.