Assisted Living Communities in Porterville, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Porterville, CA below include 5 Assisted Living facilities with 78 reviews. On average in Porterville, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Porterville, CA and Nearby Cities
Assisted living facilities in Porterville charge an average monthly rate of $3,450 for care, making this city among the more budget-friendly options in the state and nation for those seeking long-term residential care. Local care costs come in about $1,000 below the national average and 34% lower than the California norm, and they’re economical compared to rates in surveyed cities nearby. For example, in Bakersfield, care costs are a few hundred dollars higher per month than in Portersville at $3,750, and in Fresno, rates exceed Porterville’s average by 13%. Assisted living facilities in Hanford charge higher monthly rates of $4,350, and in Salinas, care costs are about 74% higher than in Porterville.
Porterville
$3,450
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Fresno
$3,900
Hanford
$4,350
Bakersfield
$3,750
Salinas
$6,000
Paying for Assisted Living in Porterville
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In Porterville, seniors pay $3,450 per month for assisted living.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Porterville
As of August 2019, seniors in Porterville are not eligible for Medi-Cal's Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP). ALWP is currently available in 15 California counties, but Tulare is not included. Nearby Fresno and Kern Counties do participate, however, if seniors are willing to consider relocating to an RCFE in those counties.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
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- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
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For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Porterville, CA
Assisted living rates in Porterville come in at $3,450, making this the second-most affordable senior care option in the city after adult day health care, which costs $1,192 per month. Seniors who hire private caregivers to care for them in their own homes pay $5,339 per month on average, and for those with advanced medical needs, nursing home care starts at $8,517.
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,339
Adult Day Health Care
$1,192
Assisted Living Facility
$3,450
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,517
Note: Data for Porterville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Visalia, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Porterville
Porterville 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.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Porterville, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Porterville
The California Department of Social Services licenses all assisted living facilities, officially called residential care facilities for the elderly, in Porterville and the rest of the state. The department enforces minimum standards related to staffing, building features and nutrition and medication services, and it investigates reports of inadequate care or substandard conditions. Â
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Porterville
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- The Porterville Transit System has a Half Fare Program for seniors aged 65 and over and Medicare cardholders in the city, helping older adults maintain their independence throughout retirement. This program is available for all hours of operation, making it a budget-friendly alternative to facility-based transportation services that assisted living residents may access.Â
- California imposes some of the highest state income taxes in the nation, with rates ranging from 1% to 12.3%, depending on the taxpayer’s income bracket. However, Social Security is tax-free at the state level, benefiting those who rely primarily on this income for retirement expenses, and the state allows a senior income tax exemption. This may be a consideration for those planning for long-term care expenses in Porterville.
- Porterville is home to Sierra View Medical Center, a 167-bed hospital that specializes in a full range of inpatient, outpatient and emergency services. Seniors spend about 6% less on health care in this city compared to a typical U.S. city, and although there are only 97 doctors per 100,000 people compared to the national norm of 210, many assisted living facilities have on-call physicians.
- The overall cost of living in Porterville is consistent with the national norm and about 40% lower than the California average, which may make it a budget-friendly option for those considering assisted living in Central California. Housing costs are economical here compared to the rest of the state and nation, which may drive down the cost of residential care.
- Crime occurs at about the same frequency in Porterville as in the rest of the nation, which may appeal to active seniors. On a 100-point index that gives higher scores to cities with more criminal activity, the city scores 25.1 for violent crime and 36.6 for property crime. This is fairly consistent with the national respective norms of 22.7 and 35.4. To promote residents’ safety and peace of mind, many assisted living facilities have high-security locks, alarm systems and surveillance cameras.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Porterville
Porterville 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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Madelyn
5.0
Review of Haleys Home Care
I was very impressed with Haleys Home Care. It's a very nice place and I'm hoping to get my sister in there. She's not looking for a big place. She wants a smaller place, which is what Haleys House...
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Karri Galbraith
5.0
Review of Haleys Home Care
My Dad has been at Haleys Home since September. Patricia, and her staff are amazing! They are loving kind and compassionate, and treat you like family. The house is beautiful and you feel right...
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kpatter
5.0
Review of Haleys Home Care
This home is amazing ! such attentive and professional staff. Loving people caring for my mom and showing compassion and love. Couldn't have found a better place. Very clean and new home. The food...