Most LTC claims begin when people are in their 80s. Because of that, somewhere between ages 50 and 65 is generally the most cost-effective time to buy. The younger you are, the lower the cost—but if you purchase too early, you‘ll be paying premiums for a longer period of time.
Likewise, is it worth it to get long-term care insurance?
Experts say three to five years’ worth of coverage is a good bet. On average, women need services longer than men — 3.7 years for women and 2.2 years for men. Women accounted for nearly two-thirds of all long–term care insurance claims paid in 2018, according to AALTCI.