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Paying for Assisted Living in Riverside County

According to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, seniors in the United States pay $4,300 per month on average for assisted living services. Across the country, monthly rates vary drastically, depending on state-mandated licensing requirements and local costs of living. California is relatively costly, with monthly fees averaging $5,000. Despite the state it’s located in, Riverside County is a cheap option for assisted living. Cost data isn’t available for the county as a whole, but information for the Riverside area, which includes the county’s principal city of Riverside, shows that local seniors pay just $3,900 per month for care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Riverside County, CA and Nearby Cities

Riverside County is among the most economical regions in California for assisted living, with facilities charging approximately $3,900 per month. The only surveyed city with lower monthly care fees is Bakersfield, where fees are roughly $300 lower at $3,613 monthly. In Yuba City, care costs are consistent with the national average at $4,343 per month, and in the San Diego area, fees come in at $4,525. The monthly rate in the Los Angeles area is equal to the state median at $5,000, and in El Centro, fees are considerably higher at $5,825. The San Francisco area is relatively costly at $6,100 per month, and Salinas has the highest fees in the state at $7,100.

Riverside County/Riverside Area

$3,900

California

$5,000

The United States

$4,300

El Centro

$5,825

San Diego Area

$4,525

Los Angeles Area

$5,000

Bakersfield

$3,613

Salinas

$7,100

San Francisco Area

$6,100

Yuba City

$4,343

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Riverside County

California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, offers financial assistance to help impoverished seniors cover the cost of assisted living. Those who are eligible may be able to take part in the state’s Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP).

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Riverside County

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Riverside County Office on Aging(951) 867-3800The Riverside County Office on Aging is the local Area Agency on Aging. This independent nonprofit organization receives federal funds to administer 27 programs and services, all of which are free to those who meet minimum qualifications. Its HelpLink Information & Assistance Program is staffed by Community Resource Specialists who provide options counseling and information on elder abuse over the phone, and through its Care Coordination & Case Management Program, the agency helps seniors obtain short-term and long-term case management. The agency also facilitates social and recreational programs and activities throughout the county.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(833) 772-6624The countywide Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program provides advocacy for those who reside in assisted living, educating residents of their rights and ensuring that they receive the services in their care plans. The ombudsman monitors assisted living facilities to ensure that they are following state guidelines. They also field and investigate reports of abuse in assisted living facilities.
HICAP of Riverside County(909) 256-8369HICAP is the statewide senior health insurance program. Through this program, older adults get free, unbiased advice regarding their Medicare benefits, along with information on available Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans in Riverside County, long-term care insurance and Medi-Cal benefits, which can help them find options for covering assisted living expenses.
Inland Counties Legal Services(951) 368-2555Inland Counties Legal Services is a local nonprofit law agency that provides free civil legal services and representation to income-qualifying seniors in Riverside County. Through this office, older adults get help with obtaining public benefits, such as Medicare, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income, which can help them cover assisted living costs.
Riverside County Veterans’ Services(951) 955-3060The county’s Department of Veterans’ Services helps local veterans and their spouses or survivors access local, state and federal benefits that they’re entitled to, including benefits that may help cover assisted living expenses. Through this office, veterans get help with applying for the Aid and Attendance benefit, disability compensation and pension programs, as well as information on qualifying for VA healthcare services or veterans’ home placement.
Janet Goeske Center(951) 351-8800The Janet Goeske Center is one of the numerous nonprofit senior centers in Riverside County. It’s centrally located and features over 25,000 square feet of meeting rooms, auditoriums, game rooms and a fitness center. Membership is open to those aged 50 and over and provides access to a full array of recreational amenities, including 200 weekly activities, such as games and dances, congregate meals and access to tennis courts and a swimming pool. The center also provides Senior Advisor services, providing members with information on available managed care health insurance plans, estate planning and wills, elder abuse and assisted living options.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Riverside County

Riverside County-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.

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Review of WellQuest of Menifee Lakes

My mom will move into WellQuest of Menifee Lakes. It's only three years old, so everything is new and fresh. They put money into it to keep it up. It has a dog park. It has a walking path. They...

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Review of Brookdale Murrieta

We visited Brookdale Murrieta. We thought it was very nice. It was clean and friendly. It was populated by people who require a great deal of assistance. It was disappointing from the standpoint...

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Review of Pacifica Senior Living Hemet

Pacifica Senior Living Hemet is a nice place. I liked it because it had assisted living. It was like a whole community right there. If you need more help, they can move you to another area. It's...

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