Memory Care Communities in Redding, California

The cost of care in Redding is slightly lower than the national average of $5,625 and considerably less than the California state average of $6,563. Santa Rosa is an expensive option for care in the state, and seniors can expect to pay around $8,810 per month for memory care services. On average, each senior who lives in the state capital of Sacramento will pay $6,531 per month for memory care services.  Seniors looking for affordable options should head to Visalia, where seniors pay over $1,000 less each month for care.

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.

The average memory care facility in Redding charges $5,563 per month. The exact fee charged usually depends on the location of the community and the range of services offered.

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.

Those looking for an affordable senior care option should consider adult day health care at $2,167 per month. Seniors who are still independent but require a bit of extra support should look at assisted living at around $4,450. Both in-home care and home health care cost $6,673 each month for home care services. The most expensive option is nursing home care at $10,768 per month for a semiprivate room and $13,890 for a private room.

The California Department of Social Services operates the California Senior Care Licensing Program that oversees and regulates all memory care facilities in Redding and throughout the state of California. Seniors and their family members can view its online database that lists all details for each facility, including inspection reports and violations. 

• The crime rate in Redding is much higher than the national average. Using a 100-point index system, the violent crime rate in Redding is 36.2, compared to the national average of 22.7. The property crime rate is 59.8, also a bit higher than the national median of 35.4. Seniors residing in memory care communities don’t need to worry about the high crime rate, as most of these facilities provide surveillance systems, security systems and controlled access points. 
• Redding has a temperate climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters. The city experiences around 249 days of sunshine each year, which is much more than the national average of 205 sunny days. The majority of memory care facilities offer secure outdoor courtyards where residents can relax and enjoy the sunshine. 
• There are three major hospitals in Redding that provide a range of medical services. These hospitals are Mercy Medical Center, Vibra Hospital of Northern California and Shasta Regional Medical Center. All three hospitals provide medical services to meet the needs of seniors and Vibra Hospital of Northern California specializes in rehabilitation. 
• The cost of living is much higher in Redding than the national average. On a 100-point index, Redding ranks at 107.8. However, groceries and transportation both cost slightly less in Redding compared to the national average. Seniors living in memory care facilities have fixed monthly expenses for accommodation and meals, making it easier for them to have a budget in place. 
• There are 232 physicians per 100,000 people in Redding, which is higher than the national average of 210. This gives seniors a choice of medical care providers and ensures that it is easy for them to access medical care.