Long-Term Care Cost Projector

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Project long-term care costs with inflation over years. Estimates total lifetime care expenses for nursing home, assisted living, or home health care. Helps with financial planning and insurance needs assessment.

Formula

Total = Σ(Annual Cost × (1 + Inflation Rate)^Year); Shortfall = Total - Savings
  • 3% inflation is typical
  • Nursing home avg: $50k-80k/year
  • Consider long-term care insurance

10-Year Care Projection

Inputs
  • Current Annual Cost ($): 60000 $
  • Years of Care Needed: 10 years
  • Annual Inflation Rate (%): 3 %
  • Available Savings ($): 500000 $

$60k annual cost, 3% inflation, 10 years = ~$698k total. $500k savings = $198k shortfall.

Frequently asked questions

Should I buy LTC insurance?
If projected cost > savings, insurance helps bridge gap. Best purchased 10+ years before likely need.