Besides differences in the level of health-related help offered to residents, the biggest disparity between independent living and assisted living is the access to financial resources that seniors and their families can turn to in order to help cover the cost of living in these communities.
Quick Answer. As of 2014, the daily rate for a house sitter ranges from $15 to $30 and is a reflection of the responsibilities given and the amount of time spent at the residence. However, house sitters typically charge up to $50 a day, for pet care and overnight stays. Continue Reading.
1 Pet sitting costs $10-$65 per day, depending on the location, length of the visit and number of sitter's duties. 2  A 15-minute visit, during which the sitter would refill food bowls and tend to the pets' bathroom needs, costs $10-$18. Sitters often charge the same rate for two cats, and charge extra for a third or more. 2  For example, Prairieville, Louisiana's Geaux Sit Stay charges $5 more per visit for three or more cats. 3  Some sitters charge extra for administering medicine. 4  The fee is about $5 to $10 per pill, ointment application or injection.