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Assisted Living Communities in Whittier, California

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Marlon

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Review of Brookdale Central Whittier

Brookdale Central Whittier has very friendly people. It's very well-kept. The single rooms were spacious. The staff was very nice and very helpful. They had a dining area, a game room, and a...

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Guadalupe

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Review of Whittier Glen Assisted Living

Whittier Glen Assisted Living looked good, but it's not for us because we're still independent. For us, it looked kind of sad. They showed us a room and it looked clean. There's not enough parking....

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Guadalupe

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Review of Brookdale Central Whittier

Brookdale Central Whittier looked really good and clean. At that moment, they were having a reunion with the people living there. Everybody was nice. They showed us around. Everything for me was a...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Whittier, CA and Nearby Cities

Whittier’s average assisted living cost is identical to the California-wide average but is $750 higher than the nationwide average. Oxnard, which is near Whittier on California’s coast, has an average cost that’s $500 more expensive. Two other pricier cities are San Diego and Santa Maria, with respective average rates of $5,475 and $5,300. Seniors may find some savings by looking inland to Bakersfield, which has a typical cost of $3,750. That figure falls $1,500 below Whittier’s.

Whittier

$5,250

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Oxnard

$5,750

San Diego

$5,475

Santa Maria

$5,300

Bakersfield

$3,750

Paying for Assisted Living in Whittier

The average monthly fee for assisted living in Whittier is $5,250. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Whittier

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Whittier, CA

Among Whittier’s senior care options, nursing homes are the most expensive, reflecting their medical care capabilities. In those facilities, a semiprivate room costs $9,125 per month on average, or $3,875 more than assisted living accommodations. In-home care and home health care share an average rate of $5,911, so they are also more expensive than assisted living. Adult day health care is the most affordable option in Whittier. Enrollees pay an average of just $1,652 per month, which is $3,598 less than what assisted living participants pay. However, transportation arrangements may be necessary.

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 Whittier was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Whittier

Several organizations support Whittier’s older adults. Through them, seniors and their families can find information, support and advocacy. To learn more about specific offerings, contact each organization.

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Workforce Development Aging & Community Services(888) 211-0644WDACS's Linkages Program is a care management initiative that offers intake screenings, assessments and the arrangement of services. It additionally helps seniors scheduled for discharge from residential care facilities. The WDACS's other programs encompass transportation, legal assistance and caregiver support, among other needs.
WISE & Healthy Aging(310) 394-9871WISE & Healthy Aging runs the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which assists residents of long-term care facilities. To that end, the program's representatives investigate complaints and inform residents on various topics. WISE's other focuses include supporting caregivers and providing care management
Military & Veterans Affairs(877) 452-8387MVA is a county-level agency that assists veterans and certain eligible survivors and dependents. It can help clients locate documents and complete paperwork, and it offers advice and help in matters such as pensions, disability claims and health care.
City of Whittier Senior Services(562) 567-9470The City of Whittier operates a pair of senior centers, which are the sites of classes, health screenings and other events. Additionally, by calling the city's Information & Referral office, seniors can learn about assisted living and other long-term care options. They can also receive introductions to social service agencies.
Bet Tzedek(323) 939-0506Bet Tzedek's representatives work with low-income seniors. They offer help in areas such as preparing legal documents, setting up conservatorships, and gaining and maintaining access to public benefits. Another priority for Bet Tzedek is assisting Holocaust survivors.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Whittier

Whittier 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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