With nearly 60,000 residents, 15.6% of whom are aged 65 or older, Pico Rivera is a vibrant city just 30 minutes from Los Angeles. It's home to 211 physicians per 100,000 residents, and health care costs are about 15% lower than national averages, something that may be of interest to medically fragile seniors. Residents here have access to high-quality medical complexes, including Southern California Medical Center and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.Â
Nursing homes offer around-the-clock personal assistance and skilled nursing, including rehabilitative therapies and medication administration, to seniors who may be recovering from illness, injury or hospitalization. However, these high levels of medical attention can be expensive, averaging $9,125 monthly for a semiprivate room. Relatively independent seniors may be better served in an assisted living community, where they can receive access to personal care assistance as needed. Home health care services are also an option for those who need limited medical assistance in their own homes.Â
This guide compares the costs of nursing home care in Pico Rivera compared to nearby cities and other types of care. It also addresses how to cover these costs and provides access to resources that may help.