Located on the banks of the Sacramento River against the backdrop of Mount Shasta, Redding offers a scenic environment that’s attractive to retirees who appreciate natural beauty. Approximately 19.3% of Redding’s overall population of slightly under 94,000 citizens is aged 65 and over, which is several percentage points higher than the national average. Redding has a highly rated acute care facility, Patients’ Hospital of Redding, as well as Shasta Regional Medical Center and Mercy Medical Center. There’s also an extended facility, Vibra Hospital, designed for those who need rehabilitative services not offered by general hospitals.
Assisted living provides seniors with services such as housekeeping, meal preparation and personal care assistance and is a good option for those who can’t safely live alone anymore but don’t require a clinical level of care. The average cost of assisted living in Redding is $4,450 per month.
This guide provides an introduction to assisted living in Redding. Read on for more information about the costs of assisted living compared to the costs of other types of senior care, how the costs of assisted living in Redding compare with those of other California cities and a list of resources for senior citizens.