Long-term care insurance helps pay for services that people need if they can’t take care of themselves because of aging, illness, or disability. These services can include help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and eating. It’s important to know that Medicare, which is a health insurance program for older adults, usually does not pay for long-term care. But more and more health insurance programs are starting to add support for things like home safety and even hospital care at home.