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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Simi Valley, CA for 2024

Simi Valley is a city in Ventura County, forming part of Greater Los Angeles. It has over 125,000 residents, of whom nearly 16% are retirement-aged. The city has a charming suburban feel but is conveniently close to downtown Los Angeles, offering an ideal environment for retirees. It experiences warm summers and mild winters, so seniors can enjoy stunning native landscapes thanks to its abundance of parks and trails. Simi Valley has a number of agencies that can help older adults adjust their level of care as needed.

Assisted living is an ideal option for seniors that don’t require nursing care, but who would benefit from services such as meal preparation, dressing assistance and recreational activities. There are many assisted living communities in Simi Valley suited to a wide range of budgets. However, the average cost of assisted living in Simi Valley is $5,750 per month.

This guide will help seniors and their loved ones understand the cost of assisted living in Simi Valley and compare it with alternative options and assisted living elsewhere in California. It also includes a list of resources for seniors in assisted living.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Simi Valley

Assisted living facilities in Simi Valley, like all others in the state of California, are governed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Here, residents can find out more about state laws affecting assisted living and access a database of facilities. Additionally, residents can raise issues about their safety and comfort through its complaint hotline.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Simi Valley

  • Cost of living in Simi Valley is very high, scoring 149.9 on a scale where 100 is the national average. However, this is on par with California’s average of 149.9. The high cost of living in the area may be a drawback for seniors with limited financial means.
  • California is not known for being tax-friendly toward retirees. Social Security benefits are exempt from state income taxes, but public pensions, private pensions and withdrawals from retirement accounts are fully taxed between 1% and 13.3%. Nonetheless, California does offer a program where seniors can double their income tax exemption.
  • Simi Valley has moderate healthcare costs compared to the national average. It has approximately 183 physicians per 100,000 residents compared to the national average of 200. This marginally lower figure means it might be more challenging for residents to access healthcare compared to other cities in California or the rest of the United States.
  • Compared to the rest of the country, crime rates are low in Simi Valley. The city scores 10.7 for violent crimes and 21.7 for property crimes on a 100-point scale. This is markedly lower than the corresponding national averages of 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. Rates have remained stable and significantly lower than national averages over the last two decades.
  • Simi Valley Transit offers heavily discounted public transportation for seniors or disabled citizens, with single-trip, day-pass and monthly fares reduced by 50%. It also offers shuttle and dial-a-ride services for disabled citizens.
  • Air quality in Ventura County is poor based on figures from the American Lung Association. This may be of concern to seniors with heart conditions and pulmonary diseases. Ventura County scores the lowest grade for ozone pollution and 24-hour particle pollution, but it has a passing grade for annual particle pollution. 
  • Simi Valley, like much of California, has an agreeable climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters. There are 277 sunny days per year, a high figure compared to the national average of 205. Simi Valley also has low rainfall of just 17 inches per year, less than half the national average of 38.

Assisted living facilities in Simi Valley charge an average monthly rate of $5,750. This figure varies with the amenities and services offered as well as the desirability of the location.

The cost of assisted living in Simi Valley is higher than both the national median of $4,500 and California’s average of $5,250. In Los Angeles, seniors can expect to pay $500 less, where mean assisted living costs are $5,250, on par with the state average. Costs are significantly lower in the nearby Bakersfield and Riverside areas at $3,750 and $4,000, respectively. Seniors may spend marginally less in San Diego where assisted living costs an average of $5,475 per month.

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Seniors in Simi Valley pay an average of $5,750 per month for assisted living. For slightly more, seniors may wish to seek a similar type of care from the comfort of their home, with average monthly costs for in-home care home health care at $5,815 and $6,054, respectively. Nursing home care is much higher at $11,254 per month for semiprivate accommodations.

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Home Health Care

Assisted Living

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

Note: Data for Simi Valley was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Oxnard, was used instead.

When medically necessary, Medi-Cal will pay for assisted living facilities in Simi Valley, as they will for seniors all over the state of California. However, Simi Valley has set up an affordable and senior housing program which provides quality housing to seniors, ranging from apartments to condominiums and townhomes, which are made available to qualifying seniors above 55 years of age.

Low-income individuals who prefer to live in an ALF rather than a nursing home may also receive help through the Assisted Living Waiver Program. 

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

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.

Paying for Assisted Living in Simi Valley

Assisted living facilities in Simi Valley charge an average monthly rate of $5,750. This figure varies with the amenities and services offered as well as the desirability of the location.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The cost of assisted living in Simi Valley is higher than both the national median of $4,500 and California’s average of $5,250. In Los Angeles, seniors can expect to pay $500 less, where mean assisted living costs are $5,250, on par with the state average. Costs are significantly lower in the nearby Bakersfield and Riverside areas at $3,750 and $4,000, respectively. Seniors may spend marginally less in San Diego where assisted living costs an average of $5,475 per month.

Simi Valley

$5,750

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Los Angeles

$5,250

Bakersfield

$3,750

Riverside

$4,000

San Diego

$5,475

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Simi Valley pay an average of $5,750 per month for assisted living. For slightly more, seniors may wish to seek a similar type of care from the comfort of their home, with average monthly costs for in-home care home health care at $5,815 and $6,054, respectively. Nursing home care is much higher at $11,254 per month for semiprivate accommodations.

In-Home Care

$5,815

Home Health Care

$6,054

Assisted Living

$5,750

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$11,254

Note: Data for Simi Valley was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Oxnard, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Simi Valley

When medically necessary, Medi-Cal will pay for assisted living facilities in Simi Valley, as they will for seniors all over the state of California. However, Simi Valley has set up an affordable and senior housing program which provides quality housing to seniors, ranging from apartments to condominiums and townhomes, which are made available to qualifying seniors above 55 years of age.

Low-income individuals who prefer to live in an ALF rather than a nursing home may also receive help through the Assisted Living Waiver Program. 

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

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities 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 Simi Valley

In Simi Valley, older adults have access to a number of financial assistance programs and community-based services to improve their quality of life and offset some of the costs of assisted living. Furthermore, many of these resources offer legal recourse where seniors can resolve issues regarding their safety and quality of care.

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County of Ventura Area Agency on Aging(805) 477-7300The County of Ventura Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit organization that informs older adults on local programs, benefits and housing options. Seniors can find a wealth of information concerning employment, healthcare, in-home services, nutrition and transportation. The agency operates a Benefits Enrollment Center where seniors can be easily guided through the process by an advisor over the phone or by video conference.
County of Ventura Human Services Agency - Veteran Services(805) 477-5155The County of Ventura Veteran Services department is a resource center for retired members of the armed forces. Veterans and their loved ones can find helpful information on service-connected compensation, memorial benefits and veterans' life insurance. Additionally, it can offer medical referrals and mental health support designed specifically for veterans. The organization has a 24/7 Veterans' Crisis Line that can be accessed by veterans with or without VA benefits.
Long Term Care Ombudsman Services of Ventura County(805) 656-1986The Long Term Care Ombudsman Services of Ventura County advocates for the health and well-being of older citizens in long-term care facilities. It conducts regular inspections of assisted living communities to ensure they are maintained to the highest standard. As well as a complaint resolution service, it offers pre-placement counseling to help seniors find the ideal assisted living option for their situation.
Simi Valley Senior Center(805) 583-6363The Simi Valley Senior Center is ideal for older adults seeking recreational activities. Members can participate in a number of educational programs, fitness classes, excursions, art classes and more.
California 2112-1-1California 211 is a hotline for all California residents. Seniors can talk with an informed advisor to find helpful information on medical care, transportation, counseling and financial assistance with long-term care.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Simi Valley

Simi Valley 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

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