Summary: World War II, OAA utilization and costs explode, Benefits change family living arrangements, National health insurance proposed but defeated, Hill-Burton creates healthcare licensing systems, Various buildings converted to nursing homes. World War II OAA Availability Expands, Federal Share Increases OAA Plagued by High Costs and Misconceptions Benefits Change Family Living Arrangements National Health Insurance Proposed But Defeated Hill-Burton Act Stimulates Licensing of Healthcare Many Buildings Converted to Nursing Homes Government Role in Paying for Chronic Care is Reconsidered ‹ Federal and State Governments Share Welfare Costs up World War II › Printer-friendly version