63 Assisted Living Facilities near Azusa, CA

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Azusa

• The Azusa area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Foothill Presbyterian Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• Azusa Transit provides a Dial-A-Ride public transportation service in the Azusa area to people aged 55 and over. This service is only available within the city limits for non-medical appointments, but travel to nearby towns for medical visits may also be covered.
• Los Angeles County, including Azusa, is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning that its elected leadership “has made the commitment to actively work toward making their town, city or county a great place for people of all ages,” according to AARP.
• Social Security Income is not subject to state income tax in California; however, tax is payable on all other forms of retirement income, including from pensions and retirement funds. California also has the highest state sales tax in the country, but exemptions for prescription medicine and most types of groceries can help seniors save money.
• Seniors looking for a sunny retirement may find Azusa's warm weather appealing. The average low temperature in January is 43 degrees and the city doesn't experience any snow. There are 287 sunny days each year, 82 more than the national average, which allows seniors to spend time enjoying the outdoors.
• The Sperling index rates Azusa's overall cost of living at 158.2, more than 58 points higher than the national average. This is largely due to the high cost of housing and everyday costs like groceries and utilities are closer to the national median. Healthcare costs in the city are almost 15 points lower than the U.S. average, which can lead to savings for seniors with regular medical expenses.