What could
long-term care cost?
Consider this example:
Mr. Jones leads a healthy, active life until at the age of 70 he
suffers a stroke. Able to stay in his own home, but needing some
assistance, Mr. Jones receives home health care services 5
days per week, costing $75 per day.
At age 75, Mr. Jones has another
stroke that leaves his right side completely paralyzed. Unable to
stay at home, he enters a nursing home where he lives until his
death at age 78.
What choices do you have for
paying the cost of long-term care?
| In your home: |
Home is where
most people like to stay and receive care |
| Adult
Day Care: |
Adult day care
provides your care during the day while the person you live
what is away at work. During the evening you return to the
comforts of home |
| Alternate care
facility |
An alternate
care facility provides more assistance than you can get at
home, and you are not confined in a nursing home. |
| Nursing home |
A nursing home
provides 24-hour nursing services for people who require a
high level of care and attention |
