Located on the banks of the Sacramento River against the backdrop of Mount Shasta, Redding offers a scenic environment that’s attractive to retirees who appreciate natural beauty. Approximately 19.3% of Redding’s overall population of slightly under 94,000 citizens is aged 65 and over, which is several percentage points higher than the national average. Redding has a highly rated acute care facility, Patients’ Hospital of Redding, as well as Shasta Regional Medical Center and Mercy Medical Center. There’s also an extended facility, Vibra Hospital, designed for those who need rehabilitative services not offered by general hospitals.
Assisted living provides seniors with services such as housekeeping, meal preparation and personal care assistance and is a good option for those who can’t safely live alone anymore but don’t require a clinical level of care. The average cost of assisted living in Redding is $4,450 per month.
This guide provides an introduction to assisted living in Redding. Read on for more information about the costs of assisted living compared to the costs of other types of senior care, how the costs of assisted living in Redding compare with those of other California cities and a list of resources for senior citizens.
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3030 Heritagetown Drive, Redding, CA, 96002
4.6
(14 reviews)
"The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care was very clean, and they seemed pretty friendly. The landscaping and all that was very nice. They did not have any units available, so the staff showed us one of the residents that was open to sharing her ap..."
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2150 Bechelli Ln, Redding, CA, 96002
"Oakmont of Redding was a beautiful place and it was a very nice situation for the people living there. It was clean and nicely furnished. They had nice and wide hallways, big rooms, and private dining rooms if you wanted to have your family over. The..."
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395 Hilltop Dr, Redding, CA, 96003
4.7
(9 reviews)
"My mother-in-law and father-in-law moved into Sundial Assisted Living, and they are very helpful, and they've made the process seamless. They have a main room at the entrance, and then they have four wings with housing rooms in all four wings. The st..."
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740 Lake Blvd., Redding, CA, 96003
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Grandma was at St Lorenz for a little over 11 months. They treated her like a queen. She enjoyed her time there and we could not have been more pleased with the staff and the facility. She recently passed away and was a happy camper right to the end...."
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7 Hilltop Dr., Redding, CA, 96003
"The independence you want and the care you deserve! We are a resident-centered community with staff dedicated to an incredible and loving..."
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1520 Collyer Drive, Redding, CA, 96003
4.8
(12 reviews)
"I liked Sierra Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care. I was sold on that place the minute I saw it. It was very warm and inviting. It was bright and cheerful, and very well done. They had a nice big dining room. One thing that they had at the assisted..."
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101 Quartz Hill Road, Redding, CA, 96003
4.6
(8 reviews)
"My mom moved into Oakdale Heights, and she's been there two weeks. She just started with dementia, so she's at a pretty low level and she's pretty independent and mobile. It's a very friendly community with very attentive staff. There's always some..."
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1720 Collyer Drive, Redding, CA, 96003
4.7
(7 reviews)
"Lavender Hills Assisted Living is sort of a small and family oriented place, but it's very well run. The owner visits just about every day, and her mother actually lives there. It has friendly staff, good food, and activities for the seniors. My mom ..."
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1233 Willis Street, Redding, CA, 96001
4.8
(4 reviews)
"Serenity Gardens is wonderful. My mom is still adjusting, but everything is fine. Her room is very clean. The staff members are wonderful. The dining area is very nice. They have good food. They have a couple of TV rooms, a couple of dining rooms, an..."
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1306 Bonhurst Drive, Redding, CA, 96003
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We moved my mother-in-law to Bonhurst Assisted Living. It's a home with six residents. It's owned by an RN, and she has 2 homes. This particular home her parents lived in, and my mother-in-law, and they're just sweet. She has her private room, and sh..."
READ MORE1750 Collyer Drive, Redding, CA, 96003
4.0
(1 reviews)
"When i visited the Springs Hills Assisted Living center i found the staff to be very helpful and courteous. The facility was very clean and the rooms were large and put together nicely. I found the facility to be a great place for the residents and t..."
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760 Kerryjen Ct, Redding, CA, 96002
3.4
(5 reviews)
"My parents arrived from out of state and the staff was amazing and so accommodating in getting them both settled. They were given a double room so they could still be together and this was a great comfort to both of them. Sadly, my father passed a..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities in California are licensed and monitored by the Senior Care Licensing Program, with 14 regional offices throughout California. The Chico office serves Redding and other Northern California communities. The agency maintains a hotline for complaints and provides quarterly updates on licensing changes and other relevant topics.
Residents of assisted living facilities in Redding pay an average of $4,450 per month, although prices vary depending on the quality of the accommodations, the amenities and services and the location within the community.
At an average monthly cost of $4,450 per month, assisted living in Redding is slightly less than the national average of $4,500 and several hundred dollars less than the California average of $5,250. Those in Visalia pay the least amount for assisted living at $3,450 per month, while their counterparts in California’s capital, Sacramento, pay an average of $5,225 per month. Riverside residents pay an average of $4,000 per month for assisted living. Costs soar to a high of $7,048 per month in the Bay Area community of Santa Rosa.
Redding
$4,450
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Visalia
$3,450
Sacramento
$5,225
Riverside
$4,000
Santa Rosa
$7,048
Seniors in Redding have access to other types of care, including in-home care and home health care. Both of these come with an average monthly price tag of $6,673. Adult day health care is the least expensive senior care option in Redding at $2,167, while nursing home care is the most expensive at $10,768 per month for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$6,673
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$2,167
Assisted Living Facility
$4,450
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$10,768
Eligible seniors may receive help paying for assisted living through California’s Assisted Living Waiver Program. Financial aid is also available to those with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) through California’s Optional State Supplement (OSS) 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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Seniors in Redding have a range of programs and services available to help them achieve a good quality of life and retain their independence. The following resources provide assistance with accessing transportation, discovering opportunities to socialize with their peers and finding local resources designed specifically for older adults.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 2 Area Agency on Aging | (530) 842-1687 | Seniors can reach out to the PSA 2 Area Agency on Aging for a number of services, including wellness screenings, health insurance counseling, case management and care coordination. The agency also maintains a long-term care ombudsman to advocate for residents who have complaints about their care. |
| Redding Senior Center | (530) 241-9759 | The Redding Senior Center offers activities for residents 50 and over. These include arts and crafts, games, outings to local areas of interest and classes in art, history, fitness and computers. Seniors can also take advantage of daily nutritious lunches, as well as bingo on Thursdays and dances on Fridays. |
| Redding VA Clinic | (530) 226-7555 | Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces can access outpatient primary care and referrals to specialists at the Redding VA Clinic. The clinic also has patient advocates to help ensure veterans get the best possible care and a social worker for those having trouble with finances, housing and other issues. |
| Shasta Regional Transportation Agency | (530) 226-3075 | The Dignity Health Connected Living Program provides door-to-door transportation to seniors who live outside of the Shasta Regional Transportation Agency’s service area. Advance reservations are necessary for this program and can be made during the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
| Americorps Seniors of Northern California | (530) 226-3098 | Americorps Seniors of Northern California offers volunteer opportunities to residents 55 and over who are seeking to keep busy and contribute to their community. They range from ongoing projects in local schools, libraries and public agencies to one-time projects such as habitat restoration in local parks. |
Redding 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
Cathy
5
Review of Oakmont of Redding
Oakmont of Redding was a beautiful place and it was a very nice situation for the people living there. It was clean and nicely furnished. They had nice and wide hallways, big rooms, and private...
Provider response
Cathy, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Oakmont of Redding! We sincerely thank you for the positive review, and hope to seeing you again soon!
Assisted Living
Cathy
5
Review of Sierra Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
I liked Sierra Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care. I was sold on that place the minute I saw it. It was very warm and inviting. It was bright and cheerful, and very well done. They had a nice big...
Assisted Living
Colleen
5
Review of The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care
The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care was very clean, and they seemed pretty friendly. The landscaping and all that was very nice. They did not have any units available, so the staff showed us...
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