Nursing Homes
Find the right nursing home for your loved one by searching for nursing homes or browsing nursing homes by state.
Find the right nursing home for your loved one by searching for nursing homes or browsing nursing homes by state.
What they offer: Round-the-clock nursing care, meals, and other basic care and activities. Some offer hospital-level care for non-acute conditions.
Cost: More than $60,000 a year, on average, not including special services. Medicare covers post-hospital, short-term skilled care only; Medicaid may also cover all costs for long-term custodial care.
Best for: Those in need of skilled nursing care—either long term or after an illness or injury
Learn more: What's the Difference Between Assisted Living and a Nursing Home?, How Do I Evaluate a Nursing Home?