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Nursing Home Communities in Merced, California

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Mike.111

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

Review of Anberry Transitional Care

My mom is currently in rehab at the Anberry Transitional Care. It seems like the nurses care to get things right. The facility is clean and has a nice setup. My mom sits in the therapy now and is...

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Marlene

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

Review of Franciscan Convalescent Hospital

Right now, my husband is in Franciscan Convalescent Hospital. He has Alzheimer's. I think he's getting good care for what they have to deal with. I think they're very caring. With regards to the...

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fallenangel06

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

Review of Hy Lond Health Care Center Merced

It seem like a good place. My mother was there for 4 days. I had to act quickly and get her out of there. Place seem okay, some rooms were not clean and meals were not what they say they are. My...

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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Using the average monthly cost of a semiprivate room as a base point, the average cost of nursing home care in Merced is cheaper than the California state average of $9,794 but more expensive than the national average of $7,908.

Seniors residing in the nearby city of San Francisco pay far more each month than those in Merced, with an average monthly cost of $11,566. In the state capital of Sacramento, the average monthly cost of care is almost $2,000 more at $10,646. Those looking for more affordable options can look at Madera, where the average senior pays around $7,559 for nursing home care. 

Merced

$8,730

California

$9,794

The United States

$7,908

San Francisco

$11,566

Madera

$7,559

Sacramento

$10,646

Nursing Home Costs in Merced, CA

In Merced, the average monthly cost of nursing home care is $8,730 for a semiprivate room and $9,901 for a private room.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Merced, 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

Home care services are best suited to seniors wanting to age in place while receiving the care they require; the average cost for these services is $6,288. Adult day health care is the cheapest option at $2,074. Assisted living is about $4,730 cheaper than nursing home care and offers full-time assistance. Nursing home care is the most expensive option at $8,730 for a semiprivate room. 

In-Home Care

$6,288

Home Health Care

$6,288

Adult Day Health Care

$2,074

Assisted Living Facility

$4,000

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$8,730

Nursing Home (private room)

$9,901

Free & Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Merced, CA

The city of Merced offers a number of resources to help seniors and their family members find the care option that suits them best. These resources may help seniors safely remain in their own homes or can ease the transition to nursing home care. 

ResourceContactService
Merced County Veterans Office(209) 385-7588A Merced County Veterans Service Officer is able to help seniors and their eligible family members apply for benefits and navigate the veterans' benefits system. They can also assist veterans in accessing medical benefits and burial arrangements.
Home Delivered Meals(209) 626-7595The Merced County Area Agency has contracted a third-party organization to provide home-delivered meals to seniors in the city who are aged 60 and over and unable to prepare meals for themselves. Five meals are delivered once a week by staff members.
In-Home Supportive Services(209) 385-3105The IHSS program pays for services to help seniors safely age in place in their own homes. These services may include personal care services, grocery shopping, light housekeeping and laundry. Certain eligibility requirements are in place.
Legal Assistance(209) 385-7550Central California Legal Services offers free legal services to senior citizens who are on a limited budget. The program provides assistance to older adults with straightforward wills, investigations of elder abuse and notary services.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(209) 385-7402The mission of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program in Merced is to provide assistance to seniors and their families in resolving issues that may arise as a result of receiving care in a nursing home.

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