Assisted Living Explorer

Several federal and state programs help cover the cost of senior housing, including Medicaid waivers, the VA Aid & Attendance benefit, Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly, and state-specific assisted living subsidies. Eligibility varies by income, assets, and care needs.

We surface every licensed facility in our directory and rank them using publicly reported data — state inspection ratings, occupancy, staffing levels, citations, and price. We do not accept payment for placement in the explorer.

Yes. The "Accept Medicaid" column shows which facilities take Medicaid, and our concierge team can walk you through eligibility, waiver programs, and the paperwork required to qualify.

The Assisted Living Explorer is free to use. There is no charge to search, filter, compare, or contact a facility through our tools.

Beyond the explorer, we publish cost guides, in-depth facility profiles, regulatory inspection summaries, and a concierge service that helps families shortlist and tour facilities that fit their budget and care needs.