Calculation Table for a Couple Living in the Same Apartment (Both Spouses are 70 or Older)
| Table for calculating monthly expenses on the basis of a household in which both spouses are 70 or older | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Home-support service | % of the monthly rent | Minimum amount | Maximum amount |
| Basic amount | 12% | $150 | $375 |
| Laundry service (care of clothing and household linens) | 5% | $75 | $125 |
| Housekeeping service | 4% | $50 | $125 |
| Meal service1 (one meal a day) | 14% | $200 | $400 |
| Meal service1 (two meals a day) | 21% | $300 | $600 |
| Meal service1 (three meals a day) | 26% | $400 | $800 |
| Nursing service | 8% | $100 | $250 |
| Personal care service (non-professional assistance service): | |||
|
Basic amount |
15% |
$200 |
$600 |
|
Supplement for a dependent senior |
10%2 |
$200 |
10%2 of the monthly rent |
| Maximum percentage of the total monthly rent | |||
|
Senior not considered a dependent senior |
70% |
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Senior or his or her spouse considered a dependent senior |
80% |
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| 1. Each daily meal listed in the schedule to the lease (breakfast, lunch and dinner) must be considered as a single meal, even if the meal is provided for you and your spouse. For example, if the schedule to the lease specifies that breakfast is provided daily for you and your spouse, you must consider this breakfast as a single meal per day. | |||
| 2. If the two spouses are considered dependent seniors, the rate is 20%. | |||
Note
- The rate applies to the total monthly rent.
- The total amount determined for all services rendered must not be more than 70% of the total monthly rent, or 80% of the total monthly rent for a dependent senior.
- The total monthly rent is the rent paid to house both you and your spouse, regardless of who pays it or how it is divided between you.