The Grove Assisted & Independent Living
3401 Lemon St., Riverside, CA, 92501
4.4
(15 reviews)
"We never forget that you’re our valued guest, and the reason we’re here! We strive to make sure your day is filled with the caliber of servi..."
READ MORERiverside, 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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3401 Lemon St., Riverside, CA, 92501
4.4
(15 reviews)
"We never forget that you’re our valued guest, and the reason we’re here! We strive to make sure your day is filled with the caliber of servi..."
READ MORE4768 PALM AVENUE, Riverside, CA, 92501
4.5
(2 reviews)
"There’s Community Care on Palm that’s really nice. It’s for mild and moderate memory care and for those who don’t act out. It’s beautiful. The staff was polite, but my mom was too far advanced with her Alzheimer's to be accepted there. We were able t..."
READ MORE8965 MAGNOLIA AVENUE, Riverside, CA, 92503
4.0
(4 reviews)
"When I chose Villa Health Care Center, I was told that they did have long-term care. Now I'm being told that they're transitioning and not going to have long-term care anymore. We're very happy with this place and they've been very nice to my mother...."
READ MORE4301 CAROLINE COURT, Riverside, CA, 92506
4.0
(3 reviews)
"We are very happy with Chapman Convalescent Hospital. We have not had any problems with the care. We feel that it offers very good care. I have not tasted their food, but it seems to be fine. They have an activities room, and they have bingo, people ..."
READ MORE3688 Nye Ave, Riverside, CA, 92505
3.3
(13 reviews)
"Arlington Gardens Care Center was very good. I liked it, and that was the one that I was supposed to go to. It was very clean, the whole thing was very nice and they had very nice nurses. They were also very friendly and explained things to me. They ..."
READ MORE10681 Encino Avenue, Suite 100, Riverside, CA, 92506
4.0
(1 reviews)
"A caregiver from Accent Care takes care of me on weekdays from 7 am to 5 pm. He is very good. I would definitely recommend this excellent agency, but they are not registered with Medicare. ..."
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11162 Palm Terrace Lane, Riverside, CA, 92505
3.2
(6 reviews)
"My husband is at Palm Terrace Care Center. It is a wonderful short-term care facility, where he's getting his PT. Right now, everything is really great. He's doing really good. I went in and toured that facility the same day that he was actually bein..."
READ MORE9025 Colorado Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92503
3.3
(4 reviews)
"Cypress Gardens Convalescent Center is fine and the general appearance is clean, nice, and generally friendly. The staff has been generally good to my son, and if we have to go back again, we wouldn't hesitate. The dining area just needs a new cook. ..."
READ MORE9020 Garfield St, Riverside, CA, 92503
3.0
(4 reviews)
"The staff at Alta Vista is good, but my husband isn't. Wherever he goes, he's going to have somebody that’s going to handle him because he's real mean. Right now they're trying to find a pill that will relax him so he won’t hit somebody; they’re tryi..."
READ MORE8781 Lakeview Ave, Riverside, CA, 92509
3.0
(4 reviews)
"My sister has been at life House now Post Acute Care for quite some time. She loves the staff and feels they are all thoughtfull and kind although. She feels they are always busy and possibly could use a little more help. I live in Florida so it is m..."
READ MORE4070 Jurupa Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92506
2.3
(13 reviews)
"Community Care & Rehabilitation Center have short-term and long-term care. What I didn't like about them was the way they're going to finance the move of my mother. Mom would have been given $35 a month, and all her income will be taken as a share of..."
READ MORE8171 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92504
2.3
(8 reviews)
"Extended Care Hospital Of Riverside is nice and the staff is nice, too. Mom's room is clean and there are three residents in it. They have a TV room and a large area to walk around outside. Mom had been here before and we liked it, so that's why we b..."
READ MORE4000 Harrison Street, Riverside, CA, 92503
1.8
(9 reviews)
"Everything was cool at Orangetree Convalescent. The staff was nice, the dining area was clean. The tour was really good. ..."
READ MORE8133 Magnolia Ave , Riverside, CA, 92504
1.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother was at Woodcrest Post Acute & Rehabilitation for 3 weeks. The place was OK, but my mom had a fall at that facility and I didn't know how long she was on the floor. So, we ended up pulling her out of there, and I have nothing but a bad taste..."
READ MORE17040 ARNOLD DR., Riverside, CA, 92518
8951 GRANITE HILL DRIVE, Riverside, CA, 92509
3674 Pacific Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92509
3662 Pacific Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92509
4580 Palm Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92501
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Riverside County Office on Aging | (951) 867-3800 | This 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) 410-8827 | The 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) 351-8800 | Founded 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) 491-7123 | Operated 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. |
Nursing Homes
MADDDDD
1
Review of Extended Care Hospital Of Riverside
To begin my mother was sent there from the hospital after a stroke. She is Incoherent. She was paralyzed in her right side and not able to speak. The place is dirty, floor smelled like pee, when I...
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AJH
4
Review of Community Care and Rehabilitation Center
When my father was originally admitted to CC&RC, the staff seemed overworked and understaffed but they worked as hard and diligently as possible. I had a meeting with the Community Manager and...
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Darren
2
Review of Woodcrest Post-Acute & Rehabilitation
My mother was at Woodcrest Post Acute & Rehabilitation for 3 weeks. The place was OK, but my mom had a fall at that facility and I didn't know how long she was on the floor. So, we ended up pulling...