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7858 California Ave, Riverside, CA 92504
4.4
(66 reviews)
"We found Citrus Place for my relative. It's in a good location where my relative wanted to be. The place is really clean. The staff was very nice. They helped us move in. They showed us where everything was. There are lot of activities for senior cit..."
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4387 Skypark Wy, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
5.0
(4 reviews)
"My mother in law shared a room with a wonderful lady. Her favorite part of facility when I moved her there was that she had a choice of what she would be having for her meals. She actually got a say so in what she wanted to eat. She had some sensitiv..."
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5265 Chapala Drive, Riverside, CA 92507
4.4
(38 reviews)
"Sunrise at Canyon Crest was very pleasant. The rooms were very nice. They have a cottage style where there are a few rooms around the central dining room. That was a very, very nice arrangement. They have a lot of activities that occur, not necessari..."
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10849 Arlington Avenue, Riverside, CA 92505
5.0
(3 reviews)
"The Gardens of Riverside felt like my house. It felt very familiar. I'd never been there before, but when I walked in, I felt something familiar. The atmosphere was like what I'm accustomed to, something I grew up in. The staff was very upfront. They..."
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12697 Burbank Road, Eastvale, CA 92880
"We Care For You Owned and operated by a Registered Nurse with 40+ years of experience in a variety of environments especially the NICU and ..."
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2489 California Avenue, Corona, CA 92881
4.7
(32 reviews)
"Estancia Del Sol is very nice, clean, and well decorated. You feel like you're at a resort. The rooms were clean. I really liked the floor plans. It looked like it would be easy to navigate. I felt like even if my mom and dad were both using their wa..."
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6500 Butterfield Ranch , Chino Hills, CA 91709
4.2
(35 reviews)
"I went to Pacifica Senior Living Chino Hills. That's a nice one. The people there were friendly, really nice. It was clean. No smell. There are no holes in the wall, just clean. It was very clean. The staff was very friendly. I've seen them helping o..."
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10459 Church St, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
5.0
(8 reviews)
"Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga was very nice and very modern. I liked it. I liked the size of the rooms and the activity list. The staff was very nice and very knowledgeable. I liked them a lot. They showed me the whole community and explained everythin..."
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9519 Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
4.8
(11 reviews)
"Ivy Park at Alta Loma had lots of activities to keep the seniors active. My mom went on the tours with me and she felt really comfortable there. I like that they have lots of staff that interact with the seniors. They stated that they have weekly min..."
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855 Frontier Ave, Redlands, CA 92374
"Administrator is a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience working and caring for seniors ages 60 yrs old a..."
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8825 Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
4.6
(30 reviews)
"I moved in here just recently, I checked online and Atria Del Rey impressed me when I came and tour the community. I chose this place because My kids grew up in here and went to Alta Loma school. The familiarity of the place and my transition is ea..."
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2434 Cienega Dr, Highland, CA 92346
5.0
(5 reviews)
"My Brother was a resident at Hillsong for over a year until he passed away. Hillsong works with any Hospice service the family chooses. Owner and staff were knowledgeable, caring, sensitive and accommodating to his needs; very communicative with f..."
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28807 Base Line , Highland, CA 92346
4.6
(16 reviews)
"We visited Brightwater Senior Living of Highland. The facility was pleasant and accommodating. The tour person was very kind. It was very nice. The person who contacted us and the person we interacted with on the tour were both very professional, fri..."
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14837 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills, CA 91709
4.4
(27 reviews)
"I was over at Oakmont of Chino Hills assisted living yesterday. The facility was fantastic, and I thought it was beautiful. I took a friend with me, and she had the same impression. They had a lot more activities available, and that's why I liked it ..."
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28333 Valley Blvd., Sun City, CA 92586
4.5
(42 reviews)
"I went to Pacifica Senior Living Menifee for my mother. It was very well maintained. When you first walk in, it is very pretty. The entryway was very nice. It was very clean. I believe I walked through with the owner. The rooms were nice. It was set ..."
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120 West San Jose Ave, Claremont, CA 91711
4.3
(13 reviews)
"I went to Claremont Place Senior Living. That one was very nice. Just as nice as the one over there in Chino Hills. It's very calm in there. It was clean. You don't smell anything. And everything was so perfect in that place. The staff was very frien..."
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2419 N. Euclid Ave., Upland, CA 91784
4.7
(24 reviews)
"I toured Oakmont of San Antonio Heights. They just seemed to have everything. The only issue is that it is very expensive. The staff was not only helpful, but they were good with my kids being there. They have a library. They have a doctor. They've g..."
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33951 Colorado St., Yucaipa, CA 92399
4.1
(17 reviews)
"Wildwood Canyon Villa was a private residence. It was really nice, and the staff was very friendly and informative. The room reminded me of a hotel room, and it seemed accessible. The place looked clean...."
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28500 Bradley Road, Sun City, CA 92586
4.5
(14 reviews)
"The one that I liked was the Sun City Gardens. It's very clean and quiet. I got to meet a few people. They have a very nice staff. The living spaces are very nice, very spacious, very clean, and very safe. They have everything you need including hous..."
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29914 Antelope Rd., Menifee, CA 92584
4.8
(16 reviews)
"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 have over 60 activities a month. It's a very active, dyn..."
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Christina
5.0
Review of Citrus Place
What I like best about Citrus Place is that it is homey. It's a little bit more modern than the other facility, but it wasn't so much that we felt out of place. I was glad that right across the way...
Provider response
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! We're pleased you enjoyed our community and noticed the vibrancy of our residents. Thank you again!
Assisted Living
Donna
5.0
Review of Citrus Place
My mom has been here for almost three years now and we all rest easier because of it. The care staff is so kind, hardworking, the food is good, plenty of activities… we wouldn’t have her anyplace...
Assisted Living
Steve
5.0
Review of Sunrise at Canyon Crest
Sunrise at Canyon Crest was very pleasant. The rooms were very nice. They have a cottage style where there are a few rooms around the central dining room. That was a very, very nice arrangement....
Based on figures in Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, the $5,324 median cost of assisted living makes Riverside $1,926 less expensive than San Diego. However, rates only climb by $424 in Los Angeles. For those looking to reduce living expenses, moving to Bakersfield brings savings of $729 per month compared to riverside.
Riverside
$5,324
California
$6,250
The United States
$5,350
Los Angeles
$5,748
San Diego
$7,250
Oxnard
$5,800
Bakersfield
$4,595
Paying for assisted living in Riverside often requires a mix of private and public payment strategies. By using state-funded financial assistance programs, veterans’ benefits and personal savings, seniors can cover residential care services without compromising long-term financial security.
In Riverside, low-income seniors can qualify for financial aid to help pay for the cost of assisted living. Currently, there are two programs that may help fund assisted living, including Medi-Cal, which offers an Assisted Living Waiver program, and Supplemental Security Income – Category G.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted living costs in Riverside have gone up, like many other expenses, due to inflation. From 2022 to 2024, care costs in Riverside have gone up from $4,814 a month to a projected $5,680, an 18% increase. This is in line with the 19% increase in national costs, though it's higher than the 13% California hike from $4,625 to $5,221. Other California cities, such as Bakersfield, Sacramento and San Francisco, all come in close to each other for percentage increases, around 18% from 2022 to the expected 2024 figures.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside | $4,814 | $5,274 | $5,680 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| California | $4,625 | $4,946 | $5,221 |
| Bakersfield | $4,968 | $5,443 | $5,862 |
| Sacramento | $4,995 | $5,472 | $5,893 |
| San Francisco | $7,099 | $7,777 | $8,375 |
Riverside's $5,324 median assisted living rate makes this type of care relatively budget-friendly for seniors compared to in-home care, which costs $6,483. That said, adult day care providers charge $1,668, making it the most affordable option overall. Seniors who need regular medical support pay $9,125 per month for a semi-private room in a nursing home, reflecting the high cost of specialized care.
In-Home Care
$6,483
Home Health Care
$6,959
Adult Day Health Care
$1,668
Assisted Living Facility
$5,324
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$9,125
There are many resources in Riverside,CA that assist seniors in their retirement. caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's California state page.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside County Office On Aging | 877-932-4100 | The Office on Aging houses the Aging and Disability Resource Center, which has representatives that provide information and referrals for community-based senior services. The office also serves seniors through over two dozen programs, including care coordination, volunteer opportunities and meal services. |
| Care Connexxus Adult Day Services | 951-509-2500 | As an approved Community Based Adult Services provider, this nonprofit organization offers nonresidential day services for seniors as an alternative to private care. Services it provides include recreational activities, meals and assistance with dressing and personal grooming. |
| Riverside County Department of Public Social Services | 888-960-4477 | This department serves older adults through access to Medi-Cal health insurance coverage, supplemental food programs and community outreaches. Its Disabled Adults and Seniors division supports older residents through in-home care services, the Restaurant Meals Program and CalFresh food assistance. |
| Inland Counties Legal Services | 888-245-4257 | Inland Counties Legal Services’ Health Team provides screenings for Medicare and Medi-Cal and helps seniors resolve issues such as denied health insurance claims and billing errors. The organization’s Elder Law Team also assists with simple estate planning, powers of attorney and assisted living contracts. |
| Riverside Legal Aid | 951-682-7968 | Riverside Legal Aid hosts legal workshops and classes to help seniors and families navigate filing for bankruptcy filings, handling probate issues and understanding tenant rights, which affect assisted living residents. It provides civil legal assistance with guardianships, conservatorships and consumer debt defense. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | 833-772-6624 | The long-term care ombudsman visits local assisted living facilities to observe conditions and ensure high standards of care for residents. They also help seniors understand their rights, navigate move-in processes and identify options for covering assisted living expenses. |
| Riverside Social Security Office | 800-772-1213 TTY 800-325-0778 | Riverside contains two Social Security field offices, including one on Magnolia Avenue and one on Mission Grove. Seniors can visit these locations to request replacement Social Security cards, submit address changes, review their Social Security statements and apply for retirement and health insurance benefits. |
| Riverside Transit Agency | 951-565-5002 | Riverside Transit Agency operates over three dozen public bus routes throughout the Riverside region, along with a Dial-A-Ride service for seniors unable to use the regular transit service. It has RTA Reduced Fare ID cards for those aged 60 and over, providing affordable transportation for those who use the fixed-route service. |
| Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program | 951-955-4900 | LIHEAP offers one-time utility bill assistance to qualifying seniors in the Riverside region, helping them avoid shut-offs due to nonpayment. |
| Riverside County Veterans' Services | 951-955-3060 | The county’s Veterans' Services office helps veterans and their families submit claims for VA benefits such as Aid and Attendance. It also advocates for and supports older adults by referring them to financial assistance programs and community social services. |
Assisted living facilities in Riverside are officially called residential care facilities for the elderly. These facilities are licensed and monitored by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division.
Riverside-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.
When comparing assisted living communities in Riverside, seniors and families look for amenities and services that promote comfort, convenience and tailored care. Residences create a welcoming, engaging environment through recreational and social activities, while time-saving housekeeping and maintenance services support worry-free living. Many seniors also prioritize communities that enable aging in place by offering medical services. Common features include:
Caring.com Family Advisors help seniors and families evaluate long-term care needs and identify assisted living communities in Riverside with a wide range of services and amenities. Contact an advisor today to get personalized assistance with comparing local facilities.
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