We are used to haggling over the price of a car or a home. It is part of the buying process. What about doing the same with an assisted living facility? While you might not think of it at first, negotiating a price for assisted living care happens all the time. Prices are more flexible than you might think and some negotiation could save your loved one money in the long run. Here are some tips for good faith negotiation with assisted living care facilities.

Have a List of Need

Going in with a list of how much you can afford is a good starting point. Your list should have more than a bottom line number on it. You want to be sure to have quality of life issues thoroughly covered. This might be where you have the most flexibility. Since there are multiple levels of care typically available, you should know what level is appropriate for your loved one and pay only for the needed level of care.

Have a List of Potentials

Another key to negotiation is to always have a backup plan. If you look at several homes, you may be able to use the rates of one that you do not like as much as a bargaining chip for your number one choice.

Negotiating in good faith and you might be surprised at the results. Contact Stano Law group for any legal issues involving assisted care facilities.