The most commonly asked question of seniors in regards to long-term care needs “How much will long-term care cost?” Typically, followed by “How will we pay for long-term care?” It can be a scary thought, when you consider just how much long-term care costs in Ohio.
According to Met-Life, the cost of long-term care in 2013 is:
- The national daily rate for a private room in a nursing home is $248, while a semi-private is $222.
- The national average monthly base rate for an assisted-living community is $3,550.
- The national average hourly rate for in home care providers or adult daycare services is $22, while the day rate is $70.
To compare, Ohio’s cost of long-term care in 2013 is:
- Average daily rate for a private room in a nursing home is $225, while a semi-private is $203
- Average monthly base rate for an assited-living community is $3,512
- Average hourly rate for in home care providers or adult daycare services is $19, while the day rate is $70
