If you or a loved one needs long-term care services, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, nearly 60 percent of people aged 65 and over will require some form of long-term care – including senior living. Therefore, it’s important to understand the costs compared to aging at home.
How much do long-term care services cost?
While the costs of long-term care services have been rising over the past couple of decades, if you compare the costs of a senior living community to aging in place at home, you’ll often find that the total costs of the latter are higher.
According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, in-home care services are rising more quickly than all other care options. A few of the following factors may affect the increasing costs of home care:
- Wage pressures
- Regulatory changes
- Labor shortages
- Sicker patients
- Employee retention challenges
On average, you can expect the cost for homemaker and home health aide services to be over $4,000 a month. This cost is similar to the cost of a private, one-bedroom assisted living accommodations, which include meals and care services.
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What additional benefits are offered in an assisted living community?
Assisted living typically offers more benefits than in-home care services, including three daily meals, maintenance services, scheduled activity programming, laundry and housekeeping services, transportation, and more. A senior living community setting is ideal for seniors who wish to remain independent but need additional support with their activities of daily living.
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In our Frontida Assisted Living communities, residents receive help as needed with personal grooming, laundry, and medication management. They also can choose from a wide array of social programs and engaging activities each day. Licensed nursing staff are available 24 hours a day whenever assistance is required.
Many families who choose Frontida Assisted Living appreciate the all-inclusive rates and customized care designed and priced for your personal needs and budget.
Feel at Home at Frontida Assisted Living
Frontida Assisted Living works to build trust in each of our Wisconsin communities every day. Our team is ready to answer your questions, offer support, and provide resources to help you make a confident and informed decision for your future care.
Our compassionate team strives to create a sense of community and purpose for each resident through personalized programming, life-enriching activities, and special events.
Each Frontida community maintains a garden to incorporate seasonal fresh fruit and vegetables into our menus. We encourage healthy choices and well-balanced meals.
Learn how we care for our residents:
- Private suites, bedrooms, and companion rooms
- Fully accessible, private bathrooms
- Spacious living rooms and engaging indoor recreation areas
- Cozy fireplaces and open-plan seating in living spaces
- Beautifully maintained outdoor areas
- Access to a trusted network of physicians, nurses, podiatrists, and therapists
- Delicious, home-cooked meals and snacks
- 24-hour personal care and supervision
- Comfortable spa and salon (in specific locations)
- Dedicated memory care communities
- Specialized behavioral health care communities
- Housekeeping and laundry services
- Individualized care plans
- Life Enrichment Coordinators to plan and schedule meaningful activities for all residents
- Nursing staff to oversee the health and wellness of each resident
We value honesty, trust, and open communication to build relationships with our residents and their loved ones. Together, we form a partnership to ensure your loved one lives a fulfilling life while feeling a sense of belonging and purpose.
When you’re ready, contact any of our 11 Frontida assisted living and memory care communities to gather more information, or to set up a personalized tour. We’re here for you whenever you need us.
We understand that transitioning into assisted care can be an emotional, stressful and often confusing journey. That’s why we’re dedicated to helping you and your family navigate the complex world of care. Download our free “Guide to Funding Senior Living” to learn more.
