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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Riverside, CA for 2024

Riverside, California is a pleasant location for nursing home residents with its 277 days of sunshine and competitive long-term care costs that are 16% lower than the state average. Seniors looking for a sunny retirement destination can find abundant amenities in Riverside. Although the cost of living is relatively high compared to the rest of the country, health care is 12% less expensive than the U.S. average, and residents have access to several top-performing hospitals.

This community of 331,360 is home to 35,450 seniors. The area is served by several dozen skilled nursing facilities that care for adults who require 24-hour medical support or skilled services, such as post-surgical rehabilitation. Seniors who have long-term needs should check into assisted living facilities that offer recreational activities, therapy and multiple levels of care. Home health care agencies also offer skilled nursing. This is an appealing alternative if you want to remain in your own home.

In this guide, you’ll find a directory of local nursing homes, information about average prices and details about local organizations that can help with long-term care planning.

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Nursing Home Costs in Riverside, California

Nursing home prices for a semi-private room in Riverside are on par with the U.S. median of $7,756. Private rooms cost $9,216 per month, which is slightly more than average.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Nursing home prices are competitive in Riverside and other inland communities, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Seniors in Riverside pay $1,500 less per month for skilled nursing compared to other parts of the Golden State. Rates are also low for the region. Seniors in Bakersfield and L.A. pay $8,060 per month, about $300 more. Prices rise to $10,722 in San Diego, an increase of more than $2,600. Conversely, average prices are $360 lower in El Centro.

Riverside

$7,756

California

$9,247

The United States

$7,756

Los Angeles

$8,060

San Diego

$10,722

El Centro

$7,396

Bakersfield

$8,060

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Nursing home care isn’t the only option to consider if you live in Riverside. Given the high average cost of $7,756 per month, it’s worth checking into alternatives. In-home care and home health aide services, which may include help with medical and nonmedical tasks, averages around $5,053 per month, a monthly savings of roughly $2,700. Seniors who choose assisted living spend $3,900 per month, which is about half as much as skilled nursing. Adult day health care, which includes meals, recreational activities and personal assistance, has a budget-friendly average cost of $1,907 per month.

In-home care

$5,053

Home health aide

$5,053

Adult day health care

$1,907

Assisted living facility

$3,900

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$7,756

Nursing home (private room)

$9,216

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Riverside, California

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in Riverside, California

If you live in Riverside and need help with long-term care, a variety of agencies are available to assist you. These organizations employ professionals who work with families regularly and are trained to understand the intricacies of each situation.

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Riverside County Office on Aging(951) 867-3800This Area Agency on Aging manages 27 programs that are free to residents who are aged 60 and older and meet basic qualification requirements. Seniors can contact the county to learn more about Medicare or to speak to a long-term care ombudsman who can address questions or concerns about nursing home care. It provides information and referrals, care coordination and programs that help seniors live healthier, more active lives.
County of Riverside Department of Public Social Services(877) 410-8827The Department of Public Social Services handles applications for Medi-Cal and other public benefits. This entitlement program can help with health care expenses, prescription drugs and long-term care, including services provided at home or in a skilled nursing facility. Seniors can contact this agency to see if they qualify for coverage.
Janet Goeske Center(951) 351-8800Founded by a local senior who advocated for older adults well into her 80s, the Janet Goeske Center has served adults aged 50 and older for more than 30 years. The center’s $20 annual membership fee gives seniors access to more than 200 weekly programs scheduled seven days a week. It offers online and in-person activities plus senior adviser services for long-term care planning.
Riverside County Adult Service Division(800) 491-7123Operated by the Department of Public Social Services, the Adult Service Division helps vulnerable adults in Riverside County live safely and independently. It offers personalized care plans, and members of Adult Protective Services or the CARE Program can intervene in cases of abuse, neglect or consumer fraud. The agency may direct residents to other helpful resources, such as Medi-Cal and the Alzheimer’s Association.

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