Cost Comparisons :: Shepherd's Care
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Costs & Comparisons

We realize each individual has different needs. Shepherd's Care has the unique ability to offer several options when it comes to room size, making it easier to find the accommodations that are just right for you or your loved one. Our room rate packages are all-inclusive, allowing you to avoid those unexpected "add-ons" to your monthly statement. See the Cost Comparison below to see how affordable Shepherd's Care assisted living really is.

The  Poinsett (small room)


  • Average square footage 156 square feet
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Includes all amenities and services
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Price: $4,010.00 per month

The Heritage (medium room)

  • 
Average square footage 228 square feet
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Includes all services and amenities

  • Price: $4,520.00 per month

The Palmetto (large suite)

  • 
Average square footage 330 square feet
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Includes all services and amenities

  • Price: $4,815.00 per month

Couples Suite


  • Average square footage 357 square feet
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Includes all services and amenities
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Price: $6,450.00 per month

Terrace View Living (Dementia and Alzheimer's Unit)


  • Average square footage: 300 square feet
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Includes all services and amenities

  • Price: $4,520.00 per month Semi-Private

  •           $4,815.00 per month - Private

 

 

COST COMPARISON

While costs may not be the single most important factor when considering assisted living, this sample comparison may provide some idea of the expenses. Often, people are surprised to find assisted living is more affordable than they had thought. Please note that while we cannot offer tax advice, we understand there may be some tax benefit available to Shepherd's Care residents and their family members.

 

  Shepherd's Care Medium suite Home/Apartment
Monthly fees or mortgage $ 4,520.00 avg. $1000
Electricity, water, sewer, gas Included $290
Trash collection Included $25
Property insurance Included $ 100
Real estate taxes Included $ 60
Painting and exterior maintenance Included $ 70
Yard maintenance Included $ 160
Pest control Included $35
Laundry service Included $ 80
Carpeting and carpet cleaning Included $ 20
Security system and service Included $ 40
Food cost Included $400
Weekly housekeeping service Included $ 60
Companion ($10/hour) (socialization, meal preparation, transportation, etc.) Included $ 1,200
Cable Included $ 80
Other monthly incidental costs (entertainment, etc.) Included $220
Health and other insurance premiums $ 250 $ 250
Medical expenses including prescriptions $ 400 $ 425
Telephone $ 30 $ 30
Other miscellaneous costs (clothing, toiletries, etc.) $ 140 $ 140
Monthly cost of living $5,155 $4,685
Less: monthly return on equity invested in your home that could be invested after it is sold. Assume equity of $200,000 invested at 4.0%. (-$600) $600
Total cost of monthly living $ 4,740 $ 5,285