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Nursing Home Communities in Lancaster, California

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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

The cost of nursing home care in the Lancaster area is $1,187 less than the state average. Compared to the national average, Lancaster is $304 higher. 

San Jose is the most expensive city for nursing home care in the state. With a difference of $4,487, San Jose’s average is $12,547. Along the central coast, Santa Cruz has an average of $9,201, making it $1,141 higher than Lancaster. With an average of $6,844, Visalia is $1,216 cheaper. 

Lancaster

$8,060

California

$9,247

United States

$7,756

San Jose

$12,547

Santa Cruz

$9,201

Visalia

$6,844

Nursing Home Costs in Lancaster, CA

In Lancaster, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $8,060 per month, while a private room costs $10,570 per month, on average.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Lancaster, CA

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

When considering long-term care options, cost can be a major factor. Home care and home health aide services in Lancaster are $5,434 and $5,529 per month, respectively, making them both around $2,600 less than a semiprivate room in a nursing home. Adult day health care is the cheapest option and is $6,413 less than semiprivate room. Assisted living is $3,060 less than a semiprivate room, with an average of $5,000. Finally, a private room in a nursing home costs $2,510 more than a semiprivate room. 

Home care

$5,434

Home health care

$5,529

Adult day health care

$1,647

Assisted living

$5,000

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$8,060

Nursing home (private room)

$10,570

Free Resources for Seniors in Lancaster, CA

In this section are a handful of resources for seniors in Lancaster, including case management and Medicare counseling. Los Angeles County also has several senior centers, where seniors can find opportunities to make a new friend or learn something new through any of their recreational and educational programs.

ResourceContactService
Wise Senior Services(310) 394-9871Serving seniors in the greater Los Angeles County area, Wise Senior Services provides programs ranging from care management to 24-hour home care. Care assessment services help determine if seniors need home- or community-based care. The agency also offers a network of support groups for seniors, their loved ones and caregivers.
Los Angeles County Commission of Older Adults (LACCOA)(661) 726-4400Operating the Antelope Valley Senior Center, the LACCOA is the designated Area Agency on Aging for Los Angeles County. With five senior centers to choose from, seniors can connect with other locals and participate in social and recreational programs, including seasonal events. The staff can provide personal care to seniors during their visits and educational resources for loved ones.
California State Long-Term Care Ombudsman(213) 738-4004Certified by the state, the ombudsman can investigate complaints on behalf of residents of long-term care facilities or their loved ones. Ombudsmen receive on-going education and training to stay up-to-date on federal and state regulations. In addition to providing information and referral assistance, ombudsmen can also make regular friendly visits to ensure the quality of residents’ care. Seniors can contact an ombudsman through their local senior services or by calling the phone number provided.
California State Health Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (HICAP)(213) 738-4004The HICAP provides seniors and their loved ones with free and unbiased health insurance counseling for Medicare beneficiaries. Along with explaining the basis of the different parts of Medicare, counselors can help seniors compare long-term care plans to find a policy that best fits their needs. Counselors can assist in the process of filing an appeal for denial of care, as well as identifying individuals who qualify for financial assistance that covers out-of-pocket costs. Seniors interested in Medicare counseling can call the phone number provided or reach out to their local senior services.

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