Older adults

Applying for long-term care benefit

Prepare documents and follow up after receipt.

7 minutes to read Last checked: 20.10.2026
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Important to know

Tachles Israel is an independent information service, not a government authority. Check binding conditions, eligibility and deadlines with the official source.

Before you start

National Insurance handles claims; Techeles Israel does not determine eligibility or book assessments.

Who is this guide for?

People at retirement age and assisting relatives.

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Conditions and exceptions

General information, without personal medical advice or a care-level decision; use secure official channels only.

Step by step

The checklist

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01

Review basic eligibility

Check age, residence, income and functional conditions before filing.
What should you prepare?

Age and residence details.

Please note

General information, without personal medical advice or a care-level decision; use secure official channels only.

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02

Gather current evidence

Collect the required medical summary and income period; check representation or guardianship documents where applicable.
What should you prepare?

Medical/income records and authority if needed.

Please note

General information, without personal medical advice or a care-level decision; use secure official channels only.

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03

Submit officially

Use online filing or published alternatives and retain a receipt; send medical data securely.
What should you prepare?

Complete claim and receipt.

Please note

General information, without personal medical advice or a care-level decision; use secure official channels only.

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04

Prepare for follow-up

National Insurance may assess by conversation or documents; use official assistance if needed.
What should you prepare?

Claim reference and supplements.

Please note

General information, without personal medical advice or a care-level decision; use secure official channels only.

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05

Handle missing documents or refusal

Keep requests/decisions and use the relevant support or challenge route without unnecessary new claims.
What should you prepare?

Decision, references and error record.

Please note

General information, without personal medical advice or a care-level decision; use secure official channels only.

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