Elder Law Report
Elder Law Report
Greg McIntyre, J.D., M.B.A.
Nursing Home Costs in 2025: Planning Ahead to Save Your Estate
11 minutes Posted Sep 10, 2025 at 12:00 pm.
Introduction to Nursing Home Costs
Risk of Needing Long-Term Care
Planning Ahead with Trusts
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What would you do if you knew there was a 70% chance a meteor would hit your home? You'd move, right? According to the Department of Health and Human Services, that's the same probability seniors face for needing long-term care—yet most aren't prepared for the financial impact. Nursing homes in North Carolina now cost between $8,000-$13,000 monthly, amounting to a staggering $100,000-$150,000 annually. Without proper planning, these expenses can quickly deplete a lifetime of savings and even...