When comparing the cost of care for assisted living or memory support, a community that uses an à la carte pricing model can initially appear to cost less than a community that offers all-inclusive pricing. That’s because the base rate at an à la carte community is designed to look attractive.
The problem is the base price only covers the basics such as room, meals, and minimal assistance. Every additional need is an additional charge. That could include medication management, bathing assistance, continence care, reminders, or room service if your loved one isn’t up to eating in the dining room.
Care needs tend to increase.
While care needs vary from one person to the next, most residents in assisted living and memory support experience changes in their needs within the first year. Medication adjustments, mobility changes, or increased need for reminders are typical. An illness or hospital stay can also lead to a sudden spike in care needs. And the older the resident is, the faster care needs tend to evolve. Before long, the base price that initially looked attractive can turn into a lengthy invoice with a surprisingly high total.
All-inclusive pricing eliminates surprise costs.
With all-inclusive pricing, you’ll know exactly what to expect when your bill arrives. There are no surprise charges or bumps to a higher tier just because you or your loved one needs extra support with medications, more hands-on help, or additional oversight as time goes on. So while all-inclusive pricing may look more expensive at first glance, it can be more affordable in the long run with savings that really add up. Plus, instead of worrying about surprise fees every time care needs change, you’ll have a consistent budget and peace of mind that lets you focus on spending quality time with your loved one.
Less worrying, more caring at Orchard Inn.
Orchard Inn is licensed as an Assisted Living Residences-Supported Residential Health Care Facility (ALR-SRHCF), which allows us to provide a higher level of care than is typically allowed in a traditional assisted living community. With a nurse on duty 24/7, we’re staffed and equipped to provide most nursing home-level services in our households.
See how our innovative small-home model compares.
Orchard Inn at The Baldwin is southern New Hampshire’s only small-home assisted living and memory support community. Comprised of four households that accommodate just 10 residents each, everything is within easy reach. Residents need only step outside their spacious private suites to dine with neighbors, join others in planned programs and activities, or socialize around the fireplace. And unlike traditional assisted living communities, there are no long hallways to navigate.
Dedicated team members get to know each resident personally, ensuring they receive just the right amount of assistance as needs change — all without any worries about extra charges for extra care.
Discover the difference innovative, small-home assisted living or memory support can make for someone you love. To learn more or inquire about direct admission to Orchard Inn, call 603.699.0100 or use our contact form.