Assisted Living Communities in Cerritos, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Cerritos, CA below include 917 Assisted Living facilities with 3220 reviews. On average in Cerritos, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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"Had my aunt in Villa Joy since 2016 and had no regrets. The time I had my aunt in Villa Joy they took good care of her and kept her clean. My aunt was also well feed. Villa Joy was always clean and staff went above and beyond for their clients. I..."
"When I referred to Woodruff Convalescent Center three years ago I was diagnosed with metastatic colon cancer. I thought it was a death sentence. I plunged into a deep depression over this news. I was able to over come this depression with the help o..."
"I would give the Lighthouse an A+ so far. They are doing a great job. I couldn’t speak more highly of the lady who runs it. Cynthia is a wonderful person. It is perfect, and my brother is happy. They wash their clothes, fold them, and put them back i..."
"Little Sisters of the Poor seems to be a pretty solid living arrangement for people that are seeking an assisted living provider. While I cannot comment on the staff, amenities, or facilities in great detail, from what I saw, all seemed to be pretty ..."
"My father is living at Victoria. I just couldn't find another form of emailing in a compliment. The social worker there, Lisa, is a doll. I have to tell you that my dad was at five other facilities prior. All nightmares in my oppinion. Lisa has been ..."
27781 Hawthorne Boulevard, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
3.5
(4 reviews)
"My mother has been getting really good care at Emerald Isle. However, I saw her once while she was eating and she didn't like the food. The staff has been really good. It's so expensive but I guess it is at par with the other facilities...."
"The Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Community was recommended by a friend in the region as an option for my friend's mother.
The outside area resembled that of a really nice, well maintained condo building. There were beautiful trees and well manicu..."
"We happened to be in the Pasadena region and decided to stop in to see Bella Vista assisted living facility while searching for a place for an acquaintance to live in the area.
The outside looked clean and well maintained, much like a really nice co..."
"I will always have a fond place in my heart for the Genessee Board & Care where my mother stayed for some time near the end of her life. It was homey, not institutional, the food was good, and there were pleasant events and activities, especially ar..."
"They took great care of my father. Just like family. Relaxing environment, personalized care, and thorough treatment. Convenient location, educated staff, and global menus. Extra appreciated the mix of indoor and outdoor space, private rooms, as well..."
"Veterans Home of West Los Angeles looks just as beautiful in person if not better. It literally looked like a high-end hotel. It was gorgeous. It's separate from the VA. It's state-funded, so it's California Veterans. It was beautiful, everybody look..."
"The staff is caring and attentive, and they always go out of their way to make sure that the residents are happy and comfortable. A lot of the staff has been there for many years and the residents really get to know and love them. The facility is als..."
"My mother was in the care of the Long Beach Care Center and recently passed away. I have nothing but the highest praise for the whole staff at LBCC. My mother suffered with dementia and was very difficult "most" of the time. I was able to stop by..."
"I liked everything in Acacia Villas. My in-laws are there, and they have had excellent care and excellent food. They really have nice rooms and stuff. The staff is also wonderful, and the place is very clean. My mom has been living there until now. T..."
"FIVE STARS in every category!
CLEAN & QUAINT! Decor has wonderful personality and ambiance. Ran by a staff of friendly and caring individuals. A tight ship, for example the food is good and nutritious, structure and schedules are well maintained and ..."
"My father moved into Country Villa Terrace Assisted Living. I've only been there a few times and there were some things I wasn't pleased with. I had to tell them that and we had to split some things around for me to tell them what my dad needed. So t..."
"The facility is a pretty good one, as far as the standard of cleanliness and care that I have seen while visiting. One of the main things though that is annoying is the billing. They have consistently tried to bill us for the use of oxygen for my gra..."
"I went to The Heights Senior Care. It seemed depressing. Very spacious, but I didn't see any activity going on with the patients there. The atmosphere of the home itself was gorgeous. The grounds were a beautiful setting. I didn't see any staff other..."
"My father has been staying at Santa Fe Home Care (Bright Days Home) for two years. I'm not happy, but I don't have a choice right now. Some of the staff needs training. My dad has been getting sores off and on. His leg is contracted because they don'..."
"My parent is in La Posada. It is excellent. I like that there is not a lot of people there. Their dining room is just a normal dining room, and the rooms are nice.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Cerritos, CA and Nearby Cities
Although costlier than the national monthly average of $4,500, assisted living prices in Cerritos are the same as the California average of $5,250. Costs in Sacramento are slightly lower, at $5,225 per month, but seniors in Cerritos pay less for long-term care than those in Santa Maria and San Diego, where average monthly assisted living rates are $5,300 and $5,475 respectively. Fees increase in San Francisco, with assisted living communities charging roughly $1,069 more than those in Cerritos.
Cerritos
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
San Diego
$5,475
Santa Maria
$5,300
San Francisco
$6,319
Sacramento
$5,225
Paying for Assisted Living in Cerritos
In Cerritos, assisted living averages $5,250 per month.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Cerritos
Eligible seniors can apply for financial assistance for assisted living via programs like Medi-Cal (California Medicaid). Low-income individuals who prefer to live in an assisted living facility rather than a nursing home may also receive help through the Assisted Living Waiver Program.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Cerritos, CA
At $5,250 per month, assisted living is among the most affordable care options in Cerritos. Adult day health care is the only cheaper option, costing a lower monthly rate of $1,652 for daytime care in a community setting. Conversely, nursing home care is the most expensive option, with a semiprivate room running $9,125 per month. Seniors who age in place usually pay around $5,911 each month for in-home and home health care, which is a few hundred dollars more than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note:Data for Cerritos was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Cerritos
Cerritos and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
Cerritos Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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Ralph
5.0
I visited this facility
Review of Ivy Park at Cerritos
My favorite place is Ivy Park at Cerritos. I went there two weeks ago. I liked it, and they invited me to the Easter egg hunt last Friday, so my mother and I went. They asked us to stay for lunch...
Provider response
Hi Ralph, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Ivy Park at Cerritos! We sincerely thank you for the positive review and hope to see you again soon!
The staff was very welcoming and warm. The facilities were quite nice. We were impressed. The room that we were considering had a nice view, but when we got down to selecting it, they told us that...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Ivy Park at Cerritos
My father hates it there, but my family and I are fine with it. The staff is very attentive and everyone has been wonderful. My father isn't the easiest person to deal with but they've been very...