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Paying for Home Care in Bristow, VA

The Cost of Home Care in Bristow, VA

Monthly home care costs are significantly higher in the Bristow area as compared to the rest of Virginia and the nation as a whole. Home care costs in Bristow are $572 more per month than in Virginia and $382 more per month than the national average. Costs are still above average in cities directly to the north, Hagerstown, and south, Richmond. Lower rates are available in the southwestern Virginia city of Roanoke.

Washington, DC

$5,339

Virginia

$4,767

The United States

$4,957

Richmond

$5,148

Roanoke

$4,195

Hagerstown

$5,148

The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Bristow, VA

Nonmedical home care costs in the Bristow area average the same as home health care costs, which can include light medical care such as taking vital signs or administering medication. Both home care and home health care are less expensive than the cost of an assisted living facility by about $600 and less expensive than a nursing home by about $6,000.

Home Care

$5,339

Home Health Care

$5,339

Adult Day Health

$2,282

Assisted Living

$5,948

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$11,467

Note: Data for Bristow, VA was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C. was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Home Care in Bristow, VA

Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.

Long-Term Care Insurance: Long-term care insurance covers expenses related to senior care, including in-home care. Depending on the policy type, beneficiaries may receive a cash payment to use towards long-term care or reimbursement for qualifying long-term care expenses. Note that there are limitations- typically a maximum benefit of $150 per day- and exact coverage terms vary depending on the exact policy, so always check the details.
Medicare: Medicare does not cover in-home care because it is classified as custodial, or non-medical, care. However, some Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, which offer expanded benefits, may cover in-home custodial care.
Medicaid: Medicaid coverage of in-home care varies between different states because it is not a federally mandated benefit. Currently, all states cover some in-home care either through their standard Medicaid or a waiver program. The specific coverage rules are set individually by each state.
Veterans’ Benefits: The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly cash payment that beneficiaries can use to pay for senior care, including in-home care services. To qualify for A&A, Veterans must already receive the VA pension and meet several additional requirements, including needing assistance with the activities of daily living. Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs to learn more.
Reverse Mortgages: Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) are federally insured loans that are available to homeowners age 62 and over. Reverse mortgages allow you to access a portion of your home’s equity in cash, tax free. Many seniors use reverse mortgages to finance their care expenses, including in-home care. Note that although there are no monthly payments due on reverse mortgage loans, borrowers do have to repay the loan once the last surviving homeowner passes away, moves, or sells the home.

Bristow Home Care Resources

Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Bristow:

Resource	Contact	Address	Service
Northern Virginia Family Service	(571) 748.2500	10455 White Granite Dr., Suite 100, Oakton, VA 22124	This program is open to all Prince William County residents. It’s a nonprofit agency that assists with housing placement, based on financial need. Other programs include financial planning for seniors on a limited income and a referral program for dental care. There are case managers on staff to help seniors apply for benefits and determine their eligibility for government assistance programs. An elderly-specific program, The Daily Money Management for Seniors Program, is designed to help area seniors pay utility bills and other financial obligations.
Prince William Area Agency on Aging	(703) 792-6474	5 County Complex Court, Suite 240, Prince William, VA 22192	Prince William County operates a local organization focusing on aging in place and general care to help seniors in the community. Case managers are on hand to help seniors find programs they’re entitled to and navigate the online application process. For those who are in need, there is a meals-on-wheels program and transportation assistance. The Price William Agency on Aging also operates an adult daycare service and offers support groups in a variety of areas, including grief counseling and caregiver respite. It also has a legal assistance program for seniors.
House of Mercy	(703) 659-1636	8170 Flannery Ct., Manassas, VA 20109	This area food pantry is staffed by volunteers and donations. It’s open to anyone in need through the Passport to Hope program. There is also a thrift store on-premises, which offers low-priced household goods and clothing.
Action In Community Through Service (ACTS)	(703) 368 4141	3900 ACTS Lane, Dumfries, VA 22026, US	ACTS helps seniors in financial need to pay bills, including utility, rent assistance and water/sewer. The program is based on need and proof of income may be required. The program may help pay outstanding medical bills or negotiate with hospitals on behalf of needy seniors. There is a thrift store in the building as well as a food pantry. The program also has health care assistance, including registering for prescription discount programs and applying for government health care benefits.

Determining Your Loved One’s Need for In-Home Care

Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.

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Checklist for determining the need for home care

Guidelines for Talking About In-Home Care

If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.

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Talking with Family and Others about a loved one's needs

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Paying for Home Care in Bristow, VA

The Cost of Home Care in Bristow, VA

The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Bristow, VA

Financial Assistance for Home Care in Bristow, VA

Bristow Home Care Resources

Determining Your Loved One’s Need for In-Home Care

Guidelines for Talking About In-Home Care

In Home Care near Bristow, VA

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