Senior Living
Cost Comparison Worksheet
Compare up to 3 communities side by side — monthly base fees, care level add-ons, move-in costs, and what Medicare does and doesn't cover. Print and bring to every tour.
Compare Up to 3 Communities Side by Side
Fill in costs as you tour each community. Print this worksheet and bring it with you — the numbers tell a story brochures never do.
| Cost Item | Community A | Community B | Community C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Base Fee | |||
| Studio / Alcove | |||
| 1-Bedroom | |||
| 2-Bedroom | |||
| Shared Suite | |||
| Care Level Add-Ons | |||
| Level 1 — Minimal Assistance | |||
| Level 2 — Moderate Assistance | |||
| Level 3 — Extensive Assistance | |||
| Level 4 — Total Care | |||
| Memory Care Supplement | |||
| Medication Management | |||
| One-Time / Move-In Costs | |||
| Community Fee / Deposit | |||
| Assessment Fee | |||
| Moving Company Estimate | |||
| New Furniture / Setup | |||
| Monthly Recurring | |||
| Second Person Fee | |||
| Pet Fee | |||
| Parking / Garage | |||
| Cable / Internet | |||
| Personal Laundry Service | |||
| Guest Meals (avg 4/month) | |||
| What Insurance Covers | |||
| Medicare Part A (Hospital) | |||
| Medicare Part B (Outpatient) | |||
| Medicare Part D (Prescriptions) | |||
| Medicaid / Family Care (WI) | |||
| Long-Term Care Insurance | |||
| VA Aid & Attendance | |||
Notes / Observations:
The monthly fee is
just the beginning.
Two communities with the same base rent can end up thousands apart after care add-ons, hidden fees, and contract terms. This worksheet makes the real cost visible.
We built this worksheet after hearing the same story from dozens of Milwaukee families: the community they loved on the tour turned out to cost 40% more than expected once the real numbers came out. Don't let that happen to you.
Print & Bring to Every Tour
Printable worksheet · Compare 3 communities · Fill in as you go
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