Many individuals pay for assisted living using their personal funds or private long-term care insurance policies; others may receive assistance through Medicaid (through its Assisted Living Program in NY); still others find help through home and community-based waiver programs.

Understand that transitioning to assisted living may be upheaval for your loved one and is bound to bring feelings of grief and loss. Stay in contact to reassure them they remain loved and valued by you and keep in touch regularly to show support and assurances of care from family members and other loved ones. read more