Long-Term Care Program
Long-term care is the extended care needed due to a serious accident, chronic illness, or the frailties of old age. Long-term care is provided when someone requires help with bathing, dressing, eating or other activities of daily living or when someone suffering from a cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer's disease and require monitoring and support to help them live comfortably.
Long-term care is different from the rest of your health care, and it’s typically not covered under health care plans or Medicare. If you want long-term coverage, you must purchase it separately.
The California Public Employees’ Long-Term Care Act was established by the state legislature in 1990. CalPERS administers the Program on behalf of all the public employees of California. The Program is not-for-profit and is self funded. The Program is the single largest provider of long-term care coverage in the state of California.
Eligibilty
All CSU employees and retirees are eligible. It is also available to their adult siblings, spouses, parents and parents-in-law. Part-time and temporary employees may also apply.
When Can I Apply?
You can only apply during the Application Period. The 2007 Application Period is April 1 – August 31, 2007.
How Do I Apply?
- Visit the CalPERS website at www.calpers.ca.gov
- Call 1-800-925-6767
- Pick up an application kit in Benefits Services (Brotman Hall 358)
- Write CalPERS to request an application at:
CalPERS Long Term Care Program
P.O. Box 340640
Sacramento, CA 95834-9946