Costs & Finance

Costs & Finance

Detailed information on senior care costs by state, financing options, Medicare, Medicaid, long-term care insurance, and veterans benefits.

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How to Pay for Senior Care: Every Option Explained

Senior care costs can be overwhelming. This guide breaks down every way to pay — from Medicare and Medicaid to LTC insurance, VA benefits, and more.

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State-by-state data from the CareScout/Genworth 2025 survey

Assisted Living

$6,200/mo

national median

Nursing Home

$9,581/mo

national median

In-Home Care

$6,673/mo

national median

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Source: CareScout/Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2025