Sensible Senior Homecare Agency
8478 SVL Box, Victorville, CA, 92395
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Great Cg, she is older lady that my mom loves!!! She is also a hard worker and come in 2 a week. ..."
READ MORECaring’s 2022 Senior Living Report found that Murrieta is the best in the nation for broadband speed and prices. City residents enjoy high-quality tap water, and 77.2% of homes in Murrieta are easy to access by seniors, thanks to zero-entry steps. The city’s cost of living is lower than in other parts of California, with residents saving the most on health care. Hospitals in the area include the Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta and the Rancho Springs Medical Center. Older adults in the city pay $6,387 per month to receive non-medical care in the comfort of their homes, while home health care, with nursing services included, costs $86 more.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Murrieta area – complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
8478 SVL Box, Victorville, CA, 92395
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Great Cg, she is older lady that my mom loves!!! She is also a hard worker and come in 2 a week. ..."
READ MORE29675 Camino Pepita, Menifee, CA, 92584
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I just started services with Dakine Home Care to help me with pesky tasks around my house that are too difficult for me to accomplish. I am over joyed on the professionalism of this company and their Caregivers. I feel very blessed to have found this..."
READ MORE800 Grand Ave., Carlsbad, CA, 92008
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Always There HomeCare took care of my mother for over 8 years, she just recently passed away and they were wonderful. They took excellent care of her and she always had a smile on her face when I came to visit her. Thanks your team of caregivers did ..."
READ MORE8921 S.Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90045
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I was contacted by the Home Management Care representative right away and he was able to set me up with a couple of people to interview within a day or two. We are very happy with the caregiver that we got and although she has only been with us for 2..."
READ MORE1550 N D St # F, San Bernardino, CA, 92405
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I hired TLC for my parents, and it's been going OK, same as the caregiver. I've had them for two weeks now. The value is fair. I needed help and they were there to help me and so far, it's been going pretty well. I'm learning along with them...."
READ MORE278 Tennesse Avenue, #3, Redlands, CA, 92373
2.8
(6 reviews)
"They were referred to me by the case manager that took care of my sister. I initially called them and a couple of other agencies. We eventually went with Independence Assistance after my sister was released from the rehab center. They're top notch! ..."
READ MORE1315 Corona Pointe Ct , Ste 201, Corona, CA, 92879
2.0
(2 reviews)
"My husband might be a little difficult to work with because he felt uncomfortable having people do things for him. I don't think he's comfortable with someone else giving him a shower. All I needed was someone to give him lunch, make sure that his ur..."
READ MORE1442 Irvine Blvd , Suite 104, Tustin, CA, 92780
"There are so many things that make a house a home, but it's the familiar surroundings and comfort that makes a home special. This is why whe..."
READ MORE2627 W. Florida Ave, Hemet, CA, 92543
"Addus is proud to be a nationally recognized provider of high quality, in-home care services with over 30 years experience. Our breadth of s..."
READ MORE34859 Frederick Street Suite 108, Wildomar, CA, 92595
"Royal Life Care Services wants you or your family member to be well taken care of. Facing illness, disability or old age can be a difficult ..."
READ MORE29970 Technology Dr # 208, Murrieta, CA, 92563
2755 Jefferson St # 101, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
8880 Rio San Diego Dr Suite 800, San Diego, CA, 92108
41690 Enterprise Circle North Suite 110 , Temecula, CA, 92590
27075 Cabot Road Suite 106 , Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I had Caring Companions Referral Agency of Southern California - CA. I'm very happy with their caregivers. They're very good, and they're very capable. They took very good care of my spouse. I used them before, and I'm using them this week. The careg..."
READ MOREAccording to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Murrieta’s average home care agency charges $6,387 monthly. This rate is $1,430 higher than the national median of $4,957 but only a couple of hundred dollars above the state’s norm. Seniors in surrounding cities such as Oxnard ($5,815) and Los Angeles ($5,911) pay substantially less. Prices in El Centro ($3,432) are lower than in Murrieta by almost half. Costs in Riverside are in line with the state average and lower than in Murrieta by $286.
Murrieta
$6,387
California
$6,101
The United States
$4,957
Oxnard
$5,815
Los Angeles
$5,911
Riverside
$6,101
El Centro
$3,432
Murrieta’s home health care median monthly rate is $86 higher than the price for home care. Its providers are licensed to help with seniors’ medical needs in addition to assisting with personal care. Assisted living facilities provide the same care levels as in-home care but in a residential setting for an estimated $5,475. Nursing homes are the most expensive option at $9,384, while adult day health care is the cheapest choice at $2,058.
Home Care
$6,387
Home Health Care
$6,473
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living
$5,475
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$9,384
Note: Data for Murrieta was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead.
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Older adults in Murrieta can remain independent in their own homes with the help of the resources below. Government agencies and nonprofits offer assistance programs to seniors who wish to explore their options for aging in place.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Riverside County Office on Aging | (877) 932-4100 | The Riverside County Office on Aging runs programs helping older adults in the area. Older adults can receive case management, information and referral to other regional agencies and nutritional assistance. Additionally, the agency can assist older adults with claiming any financial benefits they are eligible for. |
The Home Energy Assistance Program | (951) 955-4900 | Low-income Murrieta residents whose income fits the state guidelines may receive help with the cost of their heating and cooling bills. This program is funded by the Federal Government and operated regionally by the Community Action Partnership of Riverside County. |
CAP Weatherization Program | (951) 955-4900 | Seniors who are eligible for HEAP may also qualify for free home weatherization. This program can help reduce energy consumption in the applicant’s home by providing home modification works such as window repair, wall insulation and attic insulation. |
Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) | (909) 256-8369 | HICAP is a statewide program the Southern California Council on Aging oversees. Insurance counselors help Medicare beneficiaries make informed choices about their coverage. This service is free, unbiased and confidential. |
Murrieta Senior Center | (951) 304-7275 | The local senior center oversees several programs to help Murrieta's older residents continue to live independently. In addition to recreational activities, the center provides legal aid, transportation and a senior lunch program. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.