According to the Administration for Community Living , someone 65 years old or older has an almost 70% chance of needing some kind of long-term care going forward. Of those, 20% may need long-term support for five years or longer. Additionally, Shortlister reports that approximately 12 million people in the United States receive in-home care, and more than 800,000 people around the country are living in assisted facilities.

(Read about the signs your loved one may need in-home senior care .)

With these figures in mind, choosing the right care for elderly loved ones is something that family members place a great deal of importance on. However, not every state is the same when it comes to the quality of care. A recent study published by Retirement Living revealed the discrepanci

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