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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Downey, CA for 2024

 

Downey is a welcoming city in Los Angeles County with an estimated 110,000 residents, about 13% of whom are aged 65 and over. The city has a low violent crime rate, providing peace of mind to those researching local senior care options, and pleasant weather year-round offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy outdoor amenities. 

Seniors considering long-term care in Downey have several assisted living options to choose from, helping them find the facility that fits their needs and budgets. These facilities provide individualized care plans, daily meals and recreational activities, making them ideal for active seniors who need help with some daily activities. Some facilities have amenities such as libraries, movie theaters and multiple dining venues, and many let residents keep pets. On average, facilities in this city charge $5,250 per month for services. While this exceeds the national norm of $4,500, it’s in line with the California median.

This guide provides more details on what seniors in Downey pay for assisted living services and highlights some of the most common ways to fund care. It also lists some of the state-mandated rules facilities follow to obtain licensing.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Downey

Assisted living facilities in Downey comply with guidelines and rules set by the Community Care Licensing Division of the California Department of Social Services. This division sets minimum standards for meal services, care planning and staffing, promoting high-quality care for all residents. It has a strict licensing process and enforces compliance with state regulations through its complaint hotline.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Downey

 

  • Downey's cost of living is slightly higher than the state norm and about 50% higher than the national average, which may concern some seniors considering local assisted living services. On an index based on a national score of 100, the city rates 152.5 versus California’s score of 149.9. Fortunately, qualified seniors considering assisted living in this region may be able to pay for care through the state’s Assisted Living Waiver.
  • Property crime occurs at a slightly higher rate in Downey than in a typical U.S. city, but violent crime is comparatively rare. On a 100-point crime index, Downey rates 16.6 for violent crime and 40.4 for property-related offenses versus the respective national scores of 22.7 and 35.4. Assisted living facilities typically have surveillance systems, making residential care an attractive alternative to living alone.
  • Two hospitals are located in Downey, including PIH Health Downey Hospital and Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center, providing high access to medical care. The city rates 85.2 on a 100-point health cost index, indicating health care services cost about 15% less here than in a typical U.S. city, which may benefit those managing ongoing medical conditions.
  • Seniors in Downey pay high state income taxes on pension income and withdrawals from retirement accounts, limiting how far their income can stretch to cover living expenses. However, Social Security benefits are exempt from taxation at the state level, which may benefit those who rely on this form of income.
  • Downey experiences about 287 sunny days annually and gets precipitation just 28 days per year, promoting an active lifestyle for retirees. Summers are comfortable with high temperatures averaging 85 degrees, and winters are mild with low temperatures around 46 degrees. To help residents stay comfortable, many assisted living facilities provide individual climate controls in residents’ rooms.
  • The American Lung Association gives Los Angeles County, where Downey is located, failing scores for ozone pollution, as well as 24-hour and annual particle pollution. While this may be a consideration for seniors with certain medical conditions, many assisted living facilities have air purification systems to support residents’ health and comfort.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Downey

 

While monthly rates may vary depending on amenities, assisted living facilities in Downey charge $5,250 on average for care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

In Downey, assisted living residents pay approximately $5,250 per month for services. Although this is considerably higher than the national norm of $4,500 per month, it’s consistent with average costs in California as a whole. Seniors may save money by opting for care in Riverside, where monthly rates come in at $4,000. However, local care costs are $225 less than the norm in San Diego and $500 below care costs in Oxnard. Rates in El Centro are nearly a thousand dollars higher than in Downey at $6,150 per month.

Downey

$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

Compared to other long-term care options in Downey, assisted living is economically priced at $5,250 per month. This is significantly cheaper than nursing home care, which features around-the-clock medical care and support for $9,125 per month. Likewise, in-home care and home health care are costlier than assisted living at $5,911, although seniors may spend less by opting for adult day health care, which costs $1,652 per month.

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

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Downey

Seniors seeking financial assistance in Downey can take advantage of the state's Medicaid program (Medi-Cal) and apply for the state sponsored Assisted Living Waiver (ALW). In addition, the state offers an optional state supplement (OSS) to individuals who receive SSI benefits and caps room and board costs at affiliated facilities.

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 Downey

Downey 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 Downey, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Downey

 

Downey 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 our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in California

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Ardeshir Irani

I visited this facility

Review of Downey Retirement Center

This place sucks. It is kept dark and is very depressing. The staff are obnoxious. I was given a 1 pm appointment by Careing.com to visit the facility. The staff said they knew nothing about the...

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Maureen325

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

Review of The Villa Senior Assisted Living

My mother was a resident at the Villa for a little over 3 years. She was left in great hands and the loving staff (David & Corrine) made sure her stay and care were the upmost importance to them....

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Sandra

I visited this facility

Review of The Villa Senior Assisted Living

I had an overall good impression of The Villa Senior Assisted Living. I liked the person who toured us and the fact that the people that own the place live on the premises. It was peaceful and...

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