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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Buena Park, CA for 2024

 

Buena Park sits in the northwestern region of Orange County and offers a mild climate, health care amenities and city-sponsored senior services. It features a dozen parks, giving residents acres of trails, picnic areas and recreational amenities, and it houses initiatives such as the local Retired and Senior Volunteer program. Of the city’s 82,000 residents, about 14% are seniors, fostering the need for residential care solutions.

Assisted living facilities have welcoming environments for older adults who need day-to-day assistance with activities such as meal planning and preparation, housekeeping and personal care. These facilities feature private and semi-private housing, with many facilities having apartment-style units, and they serve three daily meals and host social and recreational activities throughout the week. In Buena Park, assisted living facilities typically charge $5,250 per month, although actual rates may be higher or lower depending on a facility’s amenities and the degree of care a resident needs. The local norm aligns with California’s average, although it exceeds the national rate of $4,500.

This guide breaks down the benefits and drawbacks of relocating to an assisted living community in Buena Park. It also outlines some of the state-mandated rules residential facilities follow.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Buena Park

The California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, oversees assisted living facilities in Buena Park and all of California. This department has a complaint hotline individuals can call to report substandard care, and it monitors local facilities and connects with Buena Park residents through its Orange County Adult and Senior Care Regional Office.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Buena Park

 

  • Seniors in Buena Park can obtain transportation services through two programs, including the Senior Non-Emergency Transportation Program and the Senior Mobility Program. The Senior Non-Emergency Transportation Program has a suggested donation of $1, and it can help seniors complete shopping trips, pick up medications and attend medical appointments. The Senior Mobility program features the ST*R Bus, which transports those aged 60 and over to the local senior center, as well as grocery stores and monthly recreational trips. To reach either program, seniors can call (714) 236-3870.

 

  • Buena Park doesn’t have a hospital, but La Palma Intercommunity Hospital and West Anaheim Medical Center sit within 3 miles of the city center, providing access to a broad array of medical and community services. Additionally, many assisted living facilities have on-site medical suites where seniors can see third-party health care providers.

 

  • The overall cost of living in Buena Park is high, even for California. On a cost of living index based on a national norm of 100, this city scores 164.9, about 15 points above the California average. While this may present a barrier for some seniors considering local assisted living communities, some facilities may accept the state’s Assisted Living Waiver. 

 

  • State income taxes are high in California, but fortunately, the state has a senior income tax exemption that doubles the standard exemption. Additionally, seniors don’t pay income taxes on their Social Security income, which may support their financial stability.

 

  • Buena Park has daytime temperatures ranging from 68 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter to 83 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer, which is cool compared to most other places in California. Humidity levels run high in July and August but tend to be low throughout the rest of the year, and the city gets about 14 inches of annual rainfall. To make it easy for residents to enjoy the weather, assisted living communities often have outdoor amenities, such as swimming pools and putting greens.

Paying for Assisted Living in Buena Park

 

Buena Park seniors pay $5,250 per month for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

At $5,250 per month, assisted living rates in Buena Park equal the state average, exceed the national norm by 17% and are moderate compared to care costs in nearby cities. Seniors may save about 24% on monthly care expenses by choosing an assisted living community in Riverside, where facilities charge $4,000 for care. On the other hand, monthly care costs trend a little higher in San Diego at $5,475, and in Oxnard, care costs surpass Buena Park’s median by 10%. Similarly, Buena Park’s rates are competitive compared to those in El Centro, where the average comes in at $6,150.

Buena Park

$5,250

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

San Diego

$5,475

El Centro

$6,150

Riverside

$4,000

Oxnard

$5,750

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living facilities in Buena Park charge $5,250 per month for care. This rate is 11% below what seniors pay for private in-home care, which includes nonmedical personal care services, and home health care, which combines personal care with skilled nursing services. Additionally, this type of care is economical compared to the $9,125 per month nursing homes charge for around-the-clock skilled nursing services in a residential environment. However, seniors who live in private residences and attend adult day health care facilities for daytime services pay competitive rates of $1,652.

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 Buena Park was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Buena Park

Seniors seeking financial aid for assisted living may apply through the Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver Program. While this program does not pay for room and board, it can help offset the cost of other services related to assisted living. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.

Financial Assistance in California

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 Benefits
  • 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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Buena Park

Buena Park and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Buena Park, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Buena Park

 

Buena Park 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 ourAssisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in California

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I had a tour didn't like the place. Not too clean. The person in charge lacks English. Communication was difficult.

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