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Assisted Living
An Assisted Living Facility is typically a large community where residents live in an apartment type setting. Assisted Living Facilities (ALF) can vary widely by size, amenities, and price.
Assisted Living costs anywhere from $2500-$4500 per month.
Most ALF's will raise their rates three to six percent each year.
Most ALF's provide the following in their base rate:
- Room and Board
- Three meals and several snacks per day
- Weekly Housekeeping
- Weekly Linen Service
- Utilities, except phone (sometimes cable)
In addition to the base rate, care costs will be added depending on the specific care needs of each resident:
- Some facilities calculate these costs based on a "points" system, others on a "levels" system. Each facility is unique, making it difficult to initially compare costs between facilities without an assessment by their staff.
- Medicare does not pay for ALF care.
- Medicaid may pay for Assisted Living, if the facility carries a Medicaid contract. This does not guarantee that a facility will accept Medicaid clients. Many reserve their Medicaid spaces for current residents who have depleted their funds.
- Most Long Term Care Insurance policies will pay for Assisted Living, as long as the policy- holder meets certain requirements for care.
Most people expect that once they move into an Assisted Living or other Care Community, that they will not have to relocate again. Unfortunately, there are some situations in which a facility may ask their clients to move. When touring facilities, ask for an example in which a current resident would be asked to move to a higher level of care. A discharge notice must be given in writing and must meet criteria stated in the Oregon Administrative Rules.
Key Benefits
- Private Apartment Setting
- Structured Activities and Outings
- Daily Assistance Available if Needed
If you would like additional information about Assisted Living, please let us know how to contact you.
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