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Residential Care Facilities

Residential Care Facilities provide different levels of care for people living there, based on individual needs.

    Also known as:
    • Assisted Living
    • Board and Care
    • Congregate Care
    • Elderly Care Home
    • Retirement Community
    • Senior Residences
    • Retirement Center

Who Licenses and Regulates Residential Care Facilities?
Residential Care Facilities are licensed and regulated by the Department of Social Services.

What Level of Care do Residential Care Facilities offer?
Level I.   Basic rate for "Basic Services": $1,000 - $2,500 and up.
Level II.  Not having more than 3 routine med's, standby assistance consisting of bath only: $300 to $700 on top of Basic Rate.
Level III. Having 4 or more routine med's, special diets, assistance with ADL's, cues to dine, activities, dressing, and grooming: $600 to $800 on top of Basic Rate.
Level IV.  Having been diagnosed with Dementia or Alzheimer's, or is frequently confused, disoriented, a wanderer, or with any incontinence requiring assistance: $1,250 and up on top of Basic Rate.

What payment options do Residential Care Facilities accept?
Types of payment are: Private Pay, SSI Funds (must qualify), long term care policies (may have an elimination period), and possibly other policies.

 
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