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Allen's Palm Cove Residence Care of Anaheim
630 N. West Street, Anaheim, CA 92801
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Assisted Living Communities in Whittier, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Whittier, CA below include 942 Assisted Living facilities with 3382 reviews. On average in Whittier, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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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.Â
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 BenefitsÂ
- 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.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Workforce Development Aging & Community Services | (888) 211-0644 | WDACS'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) 394-9871 | WISE & 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) 452-8387 | MVA 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) 567-9470 | The 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) 939-0506 | Bet 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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5.0
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
5.0
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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momino
5.0
Review of Brookdale Uptown Whittier
My mother lived in this Brookdale for almost 3 years. I can't stress enough how wonderful the staff is. My mom loved living there, and she especially loved the attention and kindness from all the...
