Who lives in Adult Residential or Personal Care Homes?
An estimated 20,000 Assisted Living residences across the nation currently house more than 1 million Americans. Single or widowed women in their 80’s are the most common kind of resident, although the residents can be of any age, from any income background, with varying levels of disability. The residents of these Personal Care Homes may be Alzheimer’s patients or those with other memory disorders, along with senior citizens who require help with mobility and incontinence. Assisted Living Facilities are also useful to those who might need help with the most basic needs of life. Those who cannot prepare their own meals, need help with bathing, administering medication or taking trips to the store might benefit from the services of an Assisted Living Home. Q: What is the cost of the Personal Care Homes? A: Most homes are private pay, but some accept state or federal funding. They range from $50 – $165.00 per day depending on level of care. Boarding homes can range from $20- $55.00 per da
