Just In Time Supplemental Services LLC - Sacramento, CA
3631 Truxel Road , Sacramento, CA, 95834
Sacramento, California, is listed among the best places to retire in Caring’s 2022 Senior Living report because of its dry, hot summers and cool winters and appealing historical nature. The city of Sacramento also provides elderly and disabled care services to help seniors remain in the comfort of their homes. The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that residents pay a monthly average of $6,292 for home care services. In-home care is similar to services provided in an assisted living facility, while home health care also includes medical services. California is home to some of the nation’s top-ranking hospitals for geriatrics, including the UC Davis Medical Center and the UCSF Health-UCSF Medical Center.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Sacramento 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.
3631 Truxel Road , Sacramento, CA, 95834
6328 27th Street, Sacramento, CA, 95822
180 Promenade Circle Suite 300 , Sacramento, CA, 95834
2 Emma Place , Sacramento, CA, 95835
836 57th , Sacramento, CA, 95819
4743 Forest Parkway , Sacramento, CA, 95823
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According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, monthly home care costs in Sacramento are $191 higher than the state median of $6,101 and $1,335 higher than the national median of $4,957. Seniors in Fresno pay $5,529 per month, which is $763 lower than in Sacramento. Rates in San Francisco are $572 more per month, with an average of $6,864. Residents in San Jose can expect to pay $810 more at $7,102 monthly, making it one of the most expensive cities in California.
Sacramento
$6,292
California
$6,101
The United States
$4,957
Fresno
$5,529
San Francisco
$6,864
San Jose
$7,102
Seniors in Sacramento have many long-term care options depending on their needs and living preferences. At $2,167 per month, adult day health care is the most affordable option. Home care and home health care rates are the same at $6,292. However, home health care includes medical services usually provided by a registered nurse or certified therapists. Assisted living communities charge approximately $5,225 monthly, which is $1,067 more than in-home care. Nursing home care is the most expensive option at $10,646 per month.
Home Care
$6,292
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,167
Assisted Living
$5,225
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$10,646
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.
Many free and low-cost home care resources are available to Sacramento seniors to help them age in place. Local and federal programs provide utility bill assistance, home repair and weatherization programs, meal delivery and transportation services. Seniors and their families can learn more by contacting the agencies listed below.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Area 4 Agency on Aging | (916) 486-1876 | The Area 4 Agency on Aging helps Sacramento seniors aged 60 and older age in place safely in the comfort of their own homes. Programs and services include health insurance counseling, legal assistance, long-term care ombudsman advocacy, congregate and home-delivered meals, residential repairs and modifications and transportation. Additional resources are available for caregiver respite and support. |
2-1-1 Sacramento | 211 | 2-1-1 Sacramento is available 24 hours a day to provide seniors with information and referrals to several programs and services to help them continue living in their homes. Experienced operators can connect seniors with in-home care and supportive services, housing and nutritional programs, legal and advocacy services and nearby senior centers. Assistance with Medi-Cal, Medicare and social security are also available. |
California Department of Community Services & Development | (916) 576-7109 | The California Department of Community Services and Development offers several financial assistance programs to seniors and low-income individuals. The department can help with paying utility bills, food and housing costs and offers low-income home energy assistance and weatherization programs. |
Ethel MacLeod Hart Senior Center | (916) 808-5462 | Overseen by the City of Sacramento, the Ethel MacLeod Hart Senior Center provides a wide range of in-person and virtual programs and services for seniors aged 50 and older. The center offers life-enrichment classes, fitness activities and socialization opportunities. Homebound seniors can receive restaurant-prepared meals through its Great Plates Delivered program. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – oftentimes 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.