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According to <a href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Genworth&rsquo;s&nbsp;2018 Cost of Care</a>&nbsp;study, Spokane&rsquo;s average monthly cost for assisted living matches the national average of $4,000&nbsp;and is lower&nbsp;than the state average of $5,135. When compared to all other major cities in Washington,&nbsp;Spokane has the lowest prices for assisted living. Costs&nbsp;are similar to other midsized cities in Washington such as&nbsp;Bellingham&nbsp;($4,250) and Yakima ($4,500).

Assisted Living Costs in Spokane

Cost of Assisted Living Comparison Chart

Senior care service costs vary widely depending on the number of hours of direct care provided weekly, the medical needs of the senior, and whether room and board are included. In Spokane, nursing home care is more than double the cost of assisted living, while adult day health care services are about one-third the cost of assisted living. Hourly homemaker services for seniors and home health aides cost $5,100, which is $1,100 more than assisted living in Spokane. It’s important to factor in living expenses such as property taxes and insurance, rent, groceries and home maintenance when considering the actual cost of in-home senior services.&nbsp; Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart 
<li>Assisted living: $4,000</li>
<li>Homemaker services: $5,100</li>
<li>Home health aide: $5,100</li>
<li>Adult day health: $1,300</li>
<li>Nursing home care (semiprivate room): $8,836&nbsp;</li>

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Spokane

VA Aid and Attendance Benefits and Housebound Allowance 
 
Spokane&rsquo;s honorably discharged veterans and their surviving spouses who are VA pension eligible&nbsp;may qualify for additional benefits through the <a href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/aid_attendance_housebound.asp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Aid and Attendance and Housebound Program</a>. Funds from this program can top up a VA pension; however, Veterans cannot receive either Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits concurrently with VA disability benefits.&nbsp; 
 
The Aid and Attendance benefit may be available to those who meet one of the following requirements:&nbsp;

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	<li>Need daily assistance from a caregiver to eat, bath, dress or navigate the everyday environment safely</li>
	<li>Be bedridden</li>
	<li>Have corrected vision of 5/200 or worse in both eyes</li>
	<li>Live in a nursing home&nbsp;</li>
	 
	 
	 
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	<li>The Housebound pension top-up may be awarded to qualified applicants who are confined to their primary residence as a result of their disability or disabilities and have a VA disability rating of 100 percent. 
	 
	To apply for Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits, visit the Spokane VAMC&nbsp;Field Office at 4815 N. Assembly St., Spokane, Washington, or call (509) 434-7732.&nbsp;</li>
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Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

The average cost of assisted living in the city is $4,000 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisting 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 Spokane and several in surrounding areas.<ul><li>Assisted living: $4,000</li><li>Nursing home semiprivate room: $8,836</li><li>In-home care: $5,100</li><li>Adult day health services: $1,300</li></ul>

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Spokane residents aged 19 and over may be eligible for Medicaid, known as <a href="https://www.hca.wa.gov/health-care-services-supports/apple-health-medicaid-coverage/eligibility" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington Apple Health</a>,&nbsp;if they meet specific financial requirements. Washington seniors aged 65 and older may qualify for Washington Apple Health Classic Medicaid that may include no-cost coverage, assistance with Medicare premiums and help to pay for long-term services and care through Apple Health Long-Term Services.&nbsp; 
 
In order to qualify for Medicaid waivers for home and community-based services or nursing home Apple Health coverage, Washington residents 65 and older must meet income and asset criteria. For single applicants, the income limit is $2,313 and the asset limit is $2,000, while married couples (with both spouses applying) are subject to an income limit of $4,626 and a $3,000 combined asset limit.&nbsp; 
 
For Medicaid eligibility, income includes money from any source, including pension payments, wages, stock dividends, alimony payments, Social Security Disability Income and Social Security Income.&nbsp; 
 
Assets counted on a Medicaid application include cash, bonds and real estate other than the applicants&rsquo; primary residence. Excluded items include personal belongings, vehicles, household items, irrevocable burial trusts and the applicants&rsquo; primary residence up to a set value. To prevent Medicaid fraud, Washington State has a five-year look-back program to ensure applicants have not disposed of assets in order to meet Medicaid asset limits.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.hca.wa.gov/health-care-services-supports/program-administration/long-term-care-partnership-information" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Health Long-Term Services</a>&nbsp;provides coverage for institutional services (nursing home) and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hca.wa.gov/health-care-services-supports/program-administration/dda-home-and-community-based-hcb-waivers" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Home and Community-Based Services</a>, which includes services within a home, residential or assisted living&nbsp;setting.&nbsp; 
 
Eligibility requirements for Long-term Care Medicaid in Washington also include: 
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	<li>Citizenship and Washington State resident verification</li>
	<li>A valid social security number</li>
	<li>Meeting the aged, disabled or blind criteria</li>
	<li>Home equity of $552,000 or less</li>
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Long-term Care Medicaid applicants in Washington must make a declaration of interest in an annuity which names the State of Washington the remainder beneficiary.&nbsp; 
 
For assistance with the Apple Health enrollment process, contact the <a href="https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/_content/Homepage.html?bmctx=0AEAA394708DA064E6B26483FFD7FA649E81C75EAEB0F5F0D9612716977CBCE4&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=-1359193198965531612&amp;authn_try_count=0&amp;locale=en_US&amp;resource_url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.wahealthplanfinder.org%252FHBEWeb%252F" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington Healthplanfinder</a>&nbsp;at (855) 923-4633.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.altcew.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Aging and Long-Term Care of Eastern Washington</a>&nbsp;is the Area Agency on Aging serving Spokane, as contracted by the <a href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/agencies-help" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington State Department of Social and Health Services</a>. This agency provides assistance to seniors aged 60 and older, and services include help with accessing transportation, meals and long-term care assistance and benefits. ALTCEW&nbsp;also offers free aid and information to all adults living with a disability.&nbsp;

Community Assistance Agencies

Spokane is home to several senior centers that provide a range of recreational opportunities for&nbsp;older adults. Programs include exercise classes such as chair yoga, weekly billiards games, organized group outings and overnight travel.&nbsp;

Senior Centers in Spokane

Honorably discharged veterans, their families and surviving spouses can get information about services and financial benefits at the Spokane County Regional Veterans Service Center. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs also operates the Mann-Grandstaff&nbsp;VA Medical Center in Spokane where eligible Veterans can access a range of medical services and programs.&nbsp;

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Reviews of Spokane Assisted Living Facilities

Solista Spokane by Cogir is located in Spokane, WA, providing a vibrant backdrop for your new life as a valued member of our caring community. From pleasant housekeepers, to attentive servers at mealtime and helpful maintenance technicians who are there when you need them, this community is the new extension of your family. We take pleasure in getting to know each of our residents and look out for their comfort and happiness. Our culinary team prepares three delicious meals each day, served in our beautiful dining room. We provide housekeeping, linen services, fun and stimulating activities, off-site excursions, transportation to your personal appointments and a variety of classes and programs. Our warm, comfortable community and our friendly staff and residents will welcome you. We look forward to making your life easier any way we can.So come to Solista Spokane by Cogir for a visit...and stay!

Solista Spokane by Cogir

Welcome to an all-new Stellar Senior Living community where residents pursue their own brand of joy-filled living. Distinctively designed, The Gallery at Spokane offers a variety of spacious, well-appointed residences punctuated by resort-style amenities, extraordinary common spaces, and high-quality services that enhance your lifestyle. Some of our unique offerings include all-day dining, an on-site cafe and bistro, a technology-friendly support system to keep you connected and informed, an active activities program including dozens of weekly activities, and specially trained staff. Our continuum of care includes Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite services, providing you with comfort, convenience, and choice. Come discover all the ways you can enjoy life at The Gallery! 

<h4>Activities Programs include: </h4>
<ul>
<li>Continuing Education Classes </li>
<li>Interesting & Inspiring Lectures</li>
<li>Fitness Classes</li>
<li>One-on-One Training </li>
<li>Artistic Classes</li>
<li>Card Games</li>
<li>Book Clubs</li>
<li>Themed Social Events </li>
<li>Seasonal Celebrations</li>
<li>Musical Entertainment</li>
</ul>

<h4>Amenities include: </h4>
<ul>
<li>Your choice of apartment layouts including Studio, One Bedroom, Two Bedroom, and kitchenette or full kitchen options</li>
<li>Scheduled transportation</li>
<li>Concierge service</li>
<li>On-site housekeeping and maintenance teams</li>
<li>Linen service</li>
<li>Cafe & Bistro</li>
<li>Landscaped gardens & walking paths</li>
<li>Private dining room</li>
<li>Restaurant-style dining </li>
<li>Pet-friendly</li>
<li>Resident & visitor parking</li>
<li>Beauty/Barbershop</li>
<li>Library</li>
<li>All-day dining</li>
</ul>

<h4>Our Values and Pledge: </h4>

Service
<ul>
<li>We pledge to diligently serve our residents, their families, and each other with care, compassion and love.</li>
<li>We are service oriented.</li>
</ul>

Inspiration
<ul>
<li>We pledge to empower our residents, and each other; to seek fulfillment from life by inspiring hopes and dreams.</li>
<li>We seek to uplift.</li>
</ul>

Integrity
<ul>
<li>We pledge to act responsibly, to be trustworthy, and to take responsibility for our actions.</li>
<li>Honesty is our foundation.</li>
</ul>

Joy
<ul>
<li>We pledge to help others, every day, to smile, be happy and enjoy life! We are joyful.</li>
</ul>

The Grand at Spokane Assisted Living & Memory Care

Riverside Senior Living provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Sinceri Living's Spokane, WA community delivers Inspired Independent Living, with the promise of Exceptional Experiences Everyday. In choosing this community, our residents have made a conscious lifestyle decision designed to deliver enhanced opportunities for pursuing health and life fulfillment through the exceptional independent and assisted living services, amenities, and opportunities we offer. And, the residents at Park Place can rest assured that as their needs change, we provide a variety of ancillary services and a Personalized Assisted Living environment that encourages residents to continue to live as they please while respecting individual preferences.

Optimum Life and Celebrations provide an all-encompassing way of life that touches the lives of the residents of this independent and assisted living community, their families, and associates alike. Optimum Lifeis a journey of self-discovery including services, features, and benefits that allow each resident to pursue their peak level of health, wholeness and fulfillment while balancing six key dimensions of personal wellness: emotional, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual and purposeful. As part of Optimum Life, the mission of Park Place is to encourage our independent and assisted living residents to celebrate life each day. Inspired dining and vibrant lifestyle activities come together in our Celebrations program filling the monthly calendar at Sinceri Living's Spokane, WA community with themed experiences, special events, and group activities that highlight different cultures and cuisines in a common venue of camaraderie.

Our Clare Bridge Place program serves those with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Each day, we promise to work to deliver Daily Moments of Success for each resident. The Clare Bridge Daily Path provides structure and activities each day designed to meet specific needs of those with dementia, while the Clare Bridge Dining Program, designed by a gerontologist and registered dietitian, helps residents in need of Alzheimer's care retain the ability to enjoy and master the daily dining experience.

 To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/node/1916/">Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Long-Term Care Residential Options</a>

Riverside Senior Living

We're located within the heart of Spokane Valley, WA. We're a beautiful stand-alone memory care community offering personalized services in a family-type environment. Our residents have the ability to enjoy our secured courtyard in their leisure time while still maintaining safety with the supervision of our specialized staff. 

We offer a structured life-enriching program lead by a Certified Recreational Therapist. Our dining program offers local favorites and is able to accommodate many special diets and special requests. 

Many of our associates have cared for our residents for many years and treat our residents as if they were their own family members. 

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

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