The 2008 LTCi Sourcebook is a 48-page compendium of industry data including rankings of Top 50 LTC Insurers (Covered Lives), State-By-State Policy Sales as well as summarized data from the latest research on utilization of long-term care services. The Sourcebook provides current cost averages for home care, assisted living and nursing home care in major metropolitan areas.

The results of industry studies undertaken by the Association are included. "For the first time, we report industry data on the youngest policyholders to experience a long-term care claim," Slome says. "We also report that total claims paid in 2007 were $3.5 Billion, a $200 million increase over the prior year, and that the largest claims currently being paid exceeded $1 million for a single claimant."

"The 2008 LTCi Sourcebook is a simple-to-use resource that contains the most vital information any producer or LTCi professional needs," Slome notes. Copies of the 2008 LTCi Sourcebook are provided at no charge to members of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Non-members may order a copy by calling (818) 597-3227 or by mailing payment ($59) to AALTCI-Sourcebook, 3835 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Ste 336, Westlake Village, CA 91362.