Residential Board & Care

Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly, commonly referred to as RCFEs or Board and Care, are smaller, home-like settings, for seniors that prefer to be in a residential setting and do not require 24 hours nursing care. Residential Care Facilities for Elderly are similar to Assisted Living communities, in that they are considered non-medical facilities, however they offer a more personal and attentive living environment. RCFEs provide room, board, housekeeping, and personal care assistance with basic activities like personal hygiene, dressing, eating, and walking.

Typical Board and Care Homes are licensed for six (6) beds and offer private or semi-private room, three home cooked meals (plus snacks), medication management, and housekeeping. RCFEs are not medical facilities and do not have on-site nurses or doctors, however many have visiting professionals, including doctors, nurses, podiatrists, dentists, and physical therapists. The amenities available at facilities vary widely, and often impact the cost. When exploring board and care communities, be sure to differentiate between available activities, transportation services, and other factors that are important to your family.

Costs of a Residential Care Facility for Elderly vary based on criteria such as location (real estate values more heavily weigh on the overall cost), number of staff, room type/size, and etc.