Ask me no questions, I'll tell you no lies. (English proverb) Listening to a liar is like drinking warm water. (Native American proverb, tribe unknown) Over a long distance, you learn about the strength of your horse; over a long time, you learn about the character of your friend. (Chinese proverb)
Live-in caregivers cost from $700 to $3000 a week. There are many factors such as what part of the country you live in, what the living accommodations are and what hours the person is required to be on duty. The ability to speak the elder's language is also a factor.
How much does it cost? Depending on the type of care that is necessary, the costs of hospice care can widely vary anywhere from $140 to as much as $1,000 per day. Cancer.about.com states there are different coverage payments for the potential costs of hospice care, and this includes private insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid.