Long-Term Care Subsidy Application Documents Cheat Sheet: Institutional Contract and Payment Receipt are Essential

When applying for the 2026 Long-Term Care Facility Residency Subsidy, in addition to the applicant's (resident or family member) ID and bankbook copy, family members must obtain and be issued the following core documents from the facility where the resident is admitted: 1. Facility Residency Contract: • A copy of the complete contract must be requested from the facility. • This is primarily used to confirm that the resident was indeed admitted to the facility within the subsidy year, and that the room type and facility type specified in the contract meet the subsidy scope. 2. Facility Payment Receipt (or Invoice): • A original proof of payment or a copy of the receipt for the subsidy year must be requested from the facility (the actual number of copies required depends on the announcements by each city/county government). • The receipt must clearly state the resident's name, period of stay, and the items and amounts charged. The new system uses 'monthly recognition,' where staying for 15 days or more in a month (1/2 of the month's days) qualifies for recognition, and the receipt is an important voucher for reviewing the number of days. 3. Facility Qualification Certificate (depending on requirements of each city/county): • Some cities/counties may require a copy of the facility's legally established business license or evaluation certificate during the review process. When requesting the contract, you can also confirm with the facility's administrative staff if this needs to be attached. ⚠️ Important Reminder: After preparing all documents, please submit your application to the Social Affairs Bureau or Health Bureau of the city/county government where the facility was located for the 'most recent admission within the subsidy year'.