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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cathedral City, CA for 2024

 

Nestled in the Coachella Valley, Cathedral City is a Southern California hotspot, offering a thriving arts scene, top dining destinations and ample recreational opportunities. It's home to nearly 52,500 residents, 17.3% of whom are seniors. With year-round warm, sunny weather and affordable health care, Cathedral City is ideal for seniors looking to stay active and maintain their health. For medical services, residents can choose from multiple local clinics, including Centro Medico Cathedral City. 

Cathedral City also offers assisted living, a type of residential care with trained staff to assist with personal care tasks such as bathing and eating. These communities provide on-site activities and convenient services, including housekeeping and laundry, helping mostly independent seniors socialize and enjoy low-maintenance lifestyles. Assisted living in Cathedral City costs about $5,475 per month, which is higher than California's statewide average of $5,250 and the national median of $4,500.

In this guide, readers can compare local care costs to those in nearby cities and explore the benefits and drawbacks of life in Cathedral City. Additionally, resources are provided to help seniors make informed long-term care decisions. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Cathedral City

The California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division regulates and licenses assisted living communities in Cathedral City and throughout the state. The agency ensures communities can properly care for their residents by evaluating their quality of services, day-to-day operations and health and safety protocols. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Cathedral City

 

  • Based on a 100-point index, crime is low in Cathedral City compared to U.S. figures. The city ranks at 13.1 for violent crime and 30.5 for property crime, while national averages land at 22.7 and 35.4. Moving to an assisted living community can provide additional reassurance since many locations have security features, including keypad entries and around-the-clock staff, to help residents feel safe. 
  • Although Cathedral City's cost of living is almost 21% higher than the national average, it's lower than California's statewide average. On a 100-point index, Cathedral City ranks at 120.8 compared to California's score of 149.9. Moving to assisted living may reduce expenses even further since these communities offer fixed monthly rates for housing, meals and most on-site services and amenities. 
  • California isn't particularly tax-friendly toward retirees, leveraging some of the highest income tax rates on retirement account withdrawals and pensions in the country. However, Social Security benefits are tax exempt, and the state offers multiple senior citizen property tax relief programs, which may offer financial assistance for those meeting certain age and income requirements. 
  • In Cathedral City, there are about 99 physicians per 100,000 people, which is significantly lower than the national average of 210. However, health care prices are 16.5% below national figures, and the city offers easy access to medical services at multiple clinics, including Centro Medico Cathedral City and Eisenhower Health Center at Cathedral City. Assisted living communities can help residents coordinate care with off-site providers, and some provide non-emergency skilled nursing services on-site. 
  • Cathedral City has a year-round warm, sunny climate with temperature highs of 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer and lows of 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the winter. On average, the city experiences 271 sunny days per year, making it an ideal destination for seniors who enjoy outdoor activities such as gardening or walking. 

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Cathedral City

 

In Cathedral City, seniors pay about $5,475 per month for assisted living, although monthly fees can vary, depending on the community. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Cathedral City residents pay a monthly rate of $5,475 for assisted living, which is higher than California's statewide average of $5,250 and the national median of $4,500. Prices vary significantly throughout the region, depending on the city. For example, San Jose offers care for 9.6% more than Cathedral City, while seniors in Los Angeles pay about 4.1% less. Prices drop even further in Fresno, which carries a rate of $3,900, and in Bakersfield, where assisted living is 31.5% less than Cathedral City. 

Cathedral City

$5,475

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

San Jose

$6,000

Los Angeles

$5,250

Fresno

$3,900

Bakersfield

$3,750

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care Options

Assisted living is one of the most budget-friendly senior care options in Cathedral City, with adult day health care being the only cheaper option at $2,058 per month. Home care can help seniors access personal care services at home for 16.7% more, while home health care offers skilled nursing services for 18.2% more. To receive medical services in a residential setting, seniors may consider nursing home care, which charges $9,384 for a semi private room. 

In-Home Care

$6,387

Home Health Care

$6,473

Adult Day Health Care

$2,058

Assisted Living Facility

$5,475

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,384

Note: Data for Cathedral was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Cathedral City

Eligible seniors can apply for financial assistance for assisted living through programs like Medi-Cal (California Medicaid). Low-income individuals who prefer to live in an assisted living facility rather than in 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.

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 Cathedral City

Cathedral City 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 Cathedral City, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Cathedral City

 

Cathedral City 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.

Laws and Regulations in California

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