A fall
She fell, and she lives alone. What are the options?
One fall makes the next more likely. The right answer depends on how much help she needs day to day, and how much she wants to stay home.
Your options
In-home aide
$28–$36/hour
Fits when: She's mostly independent and wants to stay home.
Not for: She needs help at night or falls often.
Assisted living
$4,000–$7,000/month
Fits when: She needs daily help and would benefit from company.
Not for: She needs 24-hour nursing.
Medical alert + family plan
$30–$60/month
Fits when: The fall was a one-off and she's otherwise steady.
Not for: There's any memory loss.
Typical Central Texas ranges; always confirm with each community.
Communities for this situation
Assisted living · In-home care
Common questions
Does Medicare pay for assisted living after a fall?
No. Medicare may cover short-term rehab in a skilled nursing facility after a qualifying hospital stay, but not assisted living.
How fast can someone move into assisted living?
Often within one to two weeks if there's an opening, after a health assessment by the community's nurse.
General information, not medical, legal or financial advice. Confirm services and eligibility with each facility.