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Memory Care Communities in Murrieta, California

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Murrieta, CA below include 99 memory care communities with 949 reviews. On average in Murrieta, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Murrietta is one of the more expensive cities in Southern California for memory care, with seniors paying $6,844 for services. This exceeds the Los Angeles norm of $6,563 by about $300, and it’s over $1,800 higher than Riverside’s average of $5,000. Even so, Murrieta may be an affordable alternative to El Centro, where respective care costs come in at $7,688. Murrieta’s rates are also about $300 higher than the California average of $6,563 and over $1,200 higher than the national norm of $5,625.

Murrieta

$6,844

California

$6,563

United States

$5,625

El Centro

$7,688

Riverside

$5,000

Los Angeles

$6,563

Paying for Memory Care in Murrieta

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Memory care facilities in Murrieta charge $6,844 per month for housing and care.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Murrieta

In Murrieta there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in California page.

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More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Memory care in Murrieta costs about triple the rate of adult day care, which is the most affordable long-term care option in the city at $2,058 per month. Seniors without dementia spend about $1,400 less per month in assisted living, which averages $5,475. Individuals may save money by opting for in-home care or home health care, which average $6,387 and $6,473, respectively, but memory care costs around $2,500 less than nursing home care, which averages $9,384.

Memory Care

$6,844

In-Home Care

$6,387

Home Health Care

$6,473

Adult Day Health Care

$2,058

Assisted Living Facility

$5,475

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,384

Note: Data for Murrieta was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead.

Free Memory Care Resources in Murrieta

It can be challenging to know where to turn after a dementia diagnosis, but fortunately, seniors and families in Murrieta find support and guidance from numerous local nonprofit agencies and programs. Through resources such as the Alzheimer’s Association, Riverside Legal Aid and the long-term care ombudsman, Murrieta residents can find early-stage engagement activities, practical information and tips on paying for residential dementia care.

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Alzheimer's Association California Southland Chapter(323) 309-8821The local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association maintains a list of community resources that can help seniors and families affected by dementia, including financial planners, legal advisors and long-term care counselors. It also has a toll-free helpline, which callers reach at (800) 272-3900 to receive personalized advice and emotional support.
Riverside County Office on Aging(877) 932-4100The Office on Aging serves as the Aging & Disability Resource Connection and Area Agency on Aging for the Murrieta region and can help seniors and families connect with community-based programs such as early-stage engagement activities and support groups. The office also provides public and veterans’ benefits assistance.
Inland Counties Legal Services(888) 245-4257Inland Counties Legal Services has volunteers and licensed legal professionals who specialize in helping seniors and families navigate dementia-related issues such as using reverse mortgages or life insurance benefits to pay for memory care. It can also help individuals file complaints regarding substandard care in memory care facilities.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(833) 772-6624The long-term care ombudsman provides up-to-date information on long-term care services and supports in the Murrieta region and can help families resolve problems related to a loved one’s care in local memory care facilities. The ombudsman can also provide referrals for community-based resources that supplement residential dementia services.
Veterans' Services(951) 955-3060The county’s Department of Veterans’ Services helps older veterans in the Murrieta region file claims for state and federal benefits, including those that may cover memory care expenses. The office can also provide referrals for community-based support.

What to Consider About Memory Care in Murrieta

The California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, licenses memory care facilities in Murrieta and the rest of California. It outlines the three types of residential facilities for seniors in the state and highlights licensing requirements and information on residents’ rights. It also publishes information relevant to public health and safety.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Murrieta

  • Murrieta’s overall cost of living is high compared to the national average, coming in about 34% above that of a typical U.S. city, but it’s in line with other cities in Southern California. Seniors with limited incomes may qualify for the Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver, which pays for some services in dementia facilities.
  • Murrieta seniors pay state income taxes on nearly all forms of retirement income, and rates in the state are among the highest in the nation. However, California doesn’t tax Social Security benefits, providing significant monthly savings that can help some seniors and families with local memory care expenses.
  • The American Lung Association gives Riverside County, where Murrieta is located, failing scores for ozone pollution and 24-hour and annual particle pollution levels, which may be a consideration for those with breathing or heart conditions. To reduce their exposure to harmful pollutants while staying engaged, memory care residents may participate in indoor recreational activities.
  • Crime in Murrieta is uncommon, which may provide peace of mind to seniors and families considering local memory care services. On a 100-point index, the city rates 14 points lower than the national average at 8.5 for violent crime, and it scores about 10 points lower than the nation for property crime with a rating of 23.7.
  • Murrieta seniors can obtain curb-to-curb transportation services through Riverside Transit Authority’s Dial-A-Ride program. These buses, which are wheelchair-accessible, can take older adults to medical offices within the service area. To schedule services, individuals can call (800) 795-7887.
  • Murrieta’s weather tends to be warm with year-round high temperatures ranging from 67-96 degrees. To keep residents comfortable, many memory care communities offer individual climate control in residents’ rooms.
  • Murrieta residents have easy access to two local hospitals, including Rancho Springs Medical Center and Loma Linda University Medical Center. While there is fewer than half the number of doctors per capita here than in a typical U.S. city, health care expenses such as dental services, hospital stays and doctor’s office visits cost about 16% less than the national average. This may make care accessible to those managing chronic conditions.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Murrieta

Murrieta Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations for memory care in California

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Memory Care

Edward

I visited this facility

Review of Ivy Park at Murrieta

Ivy Park at Murrieta was very new, very clean, and very nice, but it was more than what we needed. Their rooms had Jack and Jill bathrooms and they were nice rooms. Their food was good quality....

Provider response

Hi Edward, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Ivy Park at Murrieta! We sincerely thank you for the positive review and wish you the best of luck finding the perfect community for you.

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Memory Care

Edward

I visited this facility

Review of Murrieta Gardens

I found Murrieta Gardens for my mother, and she's moving in tomorrow. The new communities offer a lot of new things but for memory care, all those new things didn't matter because people with...

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Memory Care

Don

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Murrieta Gardens

My wife moved to Murrieta Gardens and I liked it. They are taking good care of her. I did not find anything I didn't like about it. It's not a new facility. The building is not new but they've got...

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