And because Medicare won't pay for nursing home care, you’ll be responsible for the costs. Meanwhile, the estimated average monthly Social Security retirement benefit for January 2024 is $1,907 ...

The 10 bedrooms in her home surround a state-of-the-art kitchen and a large dining table, where the residents usually sit together for meals. But you can "eat when you want," Gallo says.

The Nursing Home Reform Act requires nursing homes to promote and protect the rights of each resident. A strong emphasis is placed on individual dignity, choice, and self-determination.