The majority of today’s Americans will have to be placed in long-term care. It’s important to understand and consider the costs of assisted living facilities compared to those of long-term care facilities. This video explains the costs of both and highlights the benefits of receiving care at home.
It’s assumed that in-home care will always cost more than care at an assisted-living facility. This assumption ignores the fact that care requirements differ from one person to another, and an individualized approach will make more sense for a person than a base or standard level of care provided at a facility.
The presenter notes that the costs associated with an assisted-living facility can vary greatly depending on the location and the services provided. She suggests that the best way for someone to live as they age is at home in a familiar environment with accessible care. Someone looking for local long-term care can meet with a caring designer at Nurse Next Door to discuss needs and budget to get a tailored plan for care. You may be surprised to find that in-home care can actually be cheaper or better value than care provided at an assisted-living facility.
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