NU Care Inland Empire - San Bernardino, CA
225 W Hospitality Lane Suite 210, San Bernardino, CA, 92408
Caring’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.
225 W Hospitality Lane Suite 210, San Bernardino, CA, 92408
8605 Santa Monica Blvd PMB 882132 , West Hollywood, CA, 90069
5.0
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According 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.