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<a href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">Genworth’s&nbsp;2018 Cost of Care</a>&nbsp;study examines the monthly price of assisted living across the county. The study shows that assisted living costs in Longview&nbsp;are $1,000 more per month than the national average of $4,000 and $135 less than the state average of $5,135.&nbsp; Assisted living costs are lower in some cities east of Longview&nbsp;such as Yakima ($4,500) and Walla Walla&nbsp;($4,950), whereas prices in Seattle are significantly higher at $5,750.&nbsp;

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Senior care costs are based on the type of service, the location and the number of direct care hours provided each month. In Longview,&nbsp;nursing home care is the most expensive option and costs about $2,800 more than assisted living. Monthly costs for in-home services, such as a homemaker or home health aide, are about $150 higher than assisted living, based on 44 hours of service per week.&nbsp; When weighing senior care costs, it’s important to recognize that residential senior care includes room and board. With in-home care, seniors need to continue paying for living expenses, such as home maintenance, meals and utilities.&nbsp;

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Longview

Veterans Aid and Attendance Benefit and Housebound Allowance VA pension recipients who have a prolonged illness or severe disability may be eligible for cash benefits through the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound/" rel="noopener noreferrer">VA Aid and Attendance Benefits and Housebound Allowance</a> program. Under this program, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/current_rates_veteran_pen.asp" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/current_rates_veteran_pen.asp" rel="noopener noreferrer">maximum annual&nbsp;pension</a> for veterans is: 
<li>$22,766 under A&amp;A for veterans with one dependent</li>
<li>$22,577 under A&amp;A for veterans without dependents</li>
<li>$20,731 under Housebound for veterans with one dependent</li>
<li>$16,540 under Housebound for veterans without dependents</li>
 The maximum annual pension rate for qualified survivors is:&nbsp; 
<li>$17,309 under A&amp;A with one dependent</li>
<li>$14,509 under A&amp;A without dependents</li>
<li>$13,893 under Housebound with one&nbsp;dependent</li>
<li>$11,095 under Housebound without dependents</li>
 To qualify for Aid and Attendance benefits, applicants must be bedridden, live in a nursing home, have a severe visual impairment or need help from another person to perform daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing or eating.&nbsp; To qualify for the Housebound allowance, applicants must have a disability that largely limits them to their principal residence.&nbsp; These two programs are not available to veterans who already receive a VA disability pension, and if approved, benefits from Housebound and Aid and Attendance cannot be combined.&nbsp; For more information and application assistance, contact the <a href="https://www.dva.wa.gov/county-information/cowlitz-county-information" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dva.wa.gov/county-information/cowlitz-county-information" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cowlitz&nbsp;County Veterans Service Center</a>&nbsp;at (360) 200-4611. State Supplemental Payment The state provides $40 in monthly top-up funds for individuals age 65 and older who collect Supplemental Security Income benefits. This state supplement program&nbsp;is administered through Washington Economic Services Administration’s Department of Social and Health Services. To learn more or apply for state supplemental benefits,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/dshs-contact-us" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/dshs-contact-us" rel="noopener noreferrer">contact the DSHS </a>at (800) 865-7801.&nbsp;

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The average cost of assisted living in the city is $5,000 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 6 Assisted Living Communities in Longview and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Longview, WA<ul><li>Assisted Living: $5,000</li><li>Nursing Home Care: $7,817</li><li>In-home Care: $5,148</li><li>Adult Day Health Services: $3,467</li></ul>

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Medicaid provides basic health care coverage to&nbsp;<a href="http://files.kff.org/attachment/fact-sheet-medicaid-state-WA" target="_blank" data-mce-href="http://files.kff.org/attachment/fact-sheet-medicaid-state-WA" rel="noopener noreferrer">22% of Washington residents</a> through joint funding by the federal and state governments. Close to three in four seniors and people with disabilities qualify for coverage under <a href="https://www.hca.wa.gov/health-care-services-supports/apple-health-medicaid-coverage" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.hca.wa.gov/health-care-services-supports/apple-health-medicaid-coverage" rel="noopener noreferrer">Apple Health</a>, the Washington state Medicaid plan.&nbsp; Medicaid is designed to help low-income Americans, so applicants must meet asset and income limits to&nbsp;qualify. Seniors who already receive&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Supplemental Security Income</a> payments or have an <a href="https://www.hca.wa.gov/health-care-services-supports/apple-health-medicaid-coverage/aged-blind-or-disabled" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.hca.wa.gov/health-care-services-supports/apple-health-medicaid-coverage/aged-blind-or-disabled" rel="noopener noreferrer">equivalent income</a>&nbsp;and less than $2,000 in countable assets may be eligible under the Apple Health for the Aged coverage category.&nbsp; For more information or to apply for Apple Health coverage, contact the Washington <a href="https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/_content/Homepage.html?bmctx=B1EF2C76C22FC823F3BC4BBDAD8CA2C823B2A98DCF1D66A14F235198F62516A8&amp;contextType=external&amp;username=string&amp;password=secure_string&amp;challenge_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wahealthplanfinder.org%2F_content%2FHomepage.html&amp;request_id=-1966910832542686523&amp;authn_try_count=0&amp;locale=en_US&amp;resource_url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.wahealthplanfinder.org%253A443%252FHBEWeb%252F" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/_content/Homepage.html?bmctx=B1EF2C76C22FC823F3BC4BBDAD8CA2C823B2A98DCF1D66A14F235198F62516A8&amp;contextType=external&amp;username=string&amp;password=secure_string&amp;challenge_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wahealthplanfinder.org%2F_content%2FHomepage.html&amp;request_id=-1966910832542686523&amp;authn_try_count=0&amp;locale=en_US&amp;resource_url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.wahealthplanfinder.org%253A443%252FHBEWeb%252F" rel="noopener noreferrer">Healthplanfinder</a>&nbsp;at (855) 923-4633.&nbsp; Community Options Program Entry System Seniors 65 and older who need help performing at least two activities of daily living may qualify for <a href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/stakeholders/hcbs-%E2%80%93-copes-draft-waiver-renewal-application" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/stakeholders/hcbs-%E2%80%93-copes-draft-waiver-renewal-application" rel="noopener noreferrer">COPES</a>, a Home and Community-Based Services waiver that provides funding for medically necessary services to prevent nursing home placement.&nbsp;Services can be delivered within an assisted living facility.&nbsp; To qualify, seniors must have a monthly income of less than $2,313 and less than $2,000 in countable assets, such as cash, stocks and investment real estate. In situations where a senior pays high out-of-pocket medical costs to manage a chronic illness or disability, these income and asset limits may be waived.&nbsp; Note that enrollment caps are in place for COPES, and qualified applicants may be placed on a waiting list.&nbsp; To learn more about COPES, contact&nbsp;the <a href="http://www.linkingcowlitzcounty.org/resource/community-services-office-cso-department-social-health-services-dshs" target="_blank" data-mce-href="http://www.linkingcowlitzcounty.org/resource/community-services-office-cso-department-social-health-services-dshs" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cowlitz&nbsp;County Community Services Office</a>&nbsp;of the Department of Social and Health Services at (360) 501-2400.&nbsp;

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 Detailed profiles of 6 Assisted Living Facilities in Longview, WA. Average cost is 5000 per month.  Reviews, ratings, costs, pictures, amenities, and more.

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Seniors in Longview&nbsp;are welcome to participate in low-cost exercise classes, social clubs and special events at the Longview&nbsp;Senior Center. Open Monday through Saturday, the&nbsp;center is a popular place for area elders to meet, enjoy a game of cards and a nutritious, low-cost lunch.&nbsp; Seniors who require wheelchair-accessible transportation to medical appointments, assistance with health care insurance and access to food banks can contact the Lower Columbia Community Action Program, a local nonprofit social service agency.&nbsp;

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The closest VA outpatient clinic for veterans living in Longview is located in Warrenton, OR, and the nearest VA hospital is the Portland VA Medical Center. Veterans who need assistance completing benefits applications, obtaining service records or securing transportation to VA health care appointments can contact the Cowlitz&nbsp;County Veterans Service Center. There are also active American Legion and VFW&nbsp;posts in Longview&nbsp;where veterans can get together&nbsp;for&nbsp;special events, meals and services.&nbsp;

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At Delaware Plaza Assisted Living Community, we are passionate about caring for our aging population at every level and offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Respite Care options. Since 1958, we have advocated for quality of life in senior living and continue to lead the senior housing industry with licensed and professional, 24/7 staff, a caring atmosphere, comfortable lifestyle, excellence in health care, and unsurpassed customer service.

Independent living at Delaware Plaza provides all the benefits of being at home without the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning and maintenance. This is a lifestyle that facilitates independence as you age and gives you the freedom to pursue your own interests and share life with friends without the worry of maintaining a household. Delaware Plaza offers spacious apartments with amenities included. Enjoy your very own chef, driver, activities and event planner, housekeeper, groundskeeper, maintenance team, spacious common areas and excellent staff to assure everyone is happy and healthy. Retirement living at its best!

Delaware Plaza offers the perfect assisted living choice for people who value their independence, yet need a bit of support. Our community can provide a homelike apartment, beautiful living areas for social engagement, and nursing and care staff available 24/7. Delaware Plaza is committed to providing dignity, respect, and the highest standards of service to our residents.

<h4>Amenities available in Assisted Living include:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Nursing service available in every apartment</li>
<li>Dressing and grooming</li>
<li>Medication assistance by licensed nurse</li>
<li>Diabetic management program</li>
<li>Mobility attention</li>
<li>Cognitive support</li>
<li>Respite Care program</li>
</ul>

Delaware Plaza

bathing, dressing, 1 person transfer assist, escorts, grooming, peri care, Case by case if stableTo learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a data-id="state-license-link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/node/1916/"target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Long-Term Care Residential Options</a>

Prestige Senior Living Monticello Park

The Canterbury Gardens is a memory care community that forms supportive partnerships with each family and their loved ones, providing specialty care needs. What sets Koelsch Communities apart from other assisted living facilities is our family philosophy, carried forward since 1958: Treat people with the respect and dignity they deserve.
Canterbury Gardens has 24-hour on site nurses and caregivers to better serve our residents. The grounds feature, activity areas, courtyards within secure setting. Including nutritious meals & snacks.

To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a data-id="state-license-link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/node/1916/"target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Long-Term Care Residential Options</a>

Canterbury Gardens

We help with all ADLsTo learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a data-id="state-license-link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/node/1916/"target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Long-Term Care Residential Options</a>

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