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Assisted Living Communities in Cameron Park, CA
Cameron Park sits at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the Northern California...
Gold Country, and it has assisted living communities for seniors to choose from. In 2024, these facilities charge around $6,340 per month, with local rates aligning closely with the California median of $6,250 but exceeding the national norm by around $1,000.
To learn more about assisted living in Cameron Park, read through the 1939 reviews consumer reviews in the following guide. These reviews highlight the amenities and programs in local facilities and indicate an average quality score of 4.5 out of 5 stars stars.
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Kevin
5.0
Review of Ponte Palmero
My brother moved to Ponte Palmero. Everything is well-maintained. Everything is clean. The staff is incredibly friendly. The amenities for the people that live there are very up-to-date with a nice...
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Katie
5.0
Review of New West Haven
I toured New West Haven. I liked it because it felt very homey. It was smaller than most of the ones that I've ever been to, but it seemed very nice, as well as the people I met. I met people who...
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Randall
4.0
Review of New West Haven
New West Haven was very clean and homey. The facility was great. It had a good atmosphere and the people were friendly. The staff was fine. There were a couple of them that I went through the...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Assisted living facilities in Cameron Park charge around $6,340 per month, according to data from the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This runs a little higher than the California median of $6,250, and it surpasses costs in most nearby cities. For example, in Stockton, seniors spend about $3,000 less, while rates in Modesto compare favorably to the local norm at roughly $4,100.
Cameron Park
$6,340
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Vallejo
$4,944
Stockton
$4,363
Modesto
$4,100
Napa
$7,488
Paying for Assisted Living in Cameron Park
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Cameron Park
Low-income seniors residing in Cameron Park may be eligible to apply for government funding to help pay for assisted living. There are currently two programs available: the 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver program through Medi-Cal and Supplemental Security Income – Category G.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Seniors in Cameron Park budget around $6,340 monthly for assisted living costs. This senior care solution costs thousands of dollars less than nursing home care, which comes in near $11,406 for shared rooms. While adult day health care fees run around $8,667, seniors who choose in-home care pay more economical rates of roughly $4,671.
In-Home Care
$4,671
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$8,667
Assisted Living Facility
$6,340
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$11,406
Note: Since data for Cameron Park is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Sacramento, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Cameron Park
Seniors in Cameron Park benefit from several county agencies that provide free aging-related resources countywide. Services and programs promote ongoing independence and support residents in assisted living and other senior care environments.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging El Dorado County | (800) 510-2020 | The AAA administers older adult programs for El Dorado County residents aged 60 and older. Services and programs include activities and day trips, counseling services, employment services, health education programs, information and assistance, legal assistance, the long-term care ombudsman program, nutrition services, senior centers, a computer center, volunteer opportunities and transportation, among others. |
| El Dorado County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (530) 621-6271 | LTCOP presents a strong presence in El Dorado County’s nursing homes and assisted living facilities and advocates on behalf of residents. Ombudsmen provide in-person visits to LTC facilities to investigate complaints and reports of abuse and neglect among residents. They also identify problem areas in long-term care and advocate for change. Services are free and confidential. |
| Senior Legal Services | (530) 621-6154 | Seniors aged 60 or older living in El Dorado County can receive legal assistance with civil matters, regardless of income, through the county’s Senior Legal Services. Seniors can get help with estate planning, receiving public benefits, abuse and exploitation, health care, consumer issues and real property, among others. |
| El Dorado County Senior Shuttle Program | (530) 621-6369 | The Senior Shuttle offers door-to-door transportation for shopping trips and day trips throughout Placerville and the Cameron Park areas. It also schedules trips to special events, including activities outside the county. While there isn’t a fee for service, there is a suggested donation amount. Reservations are required, and the volunteer-driven van isn’t handicapped accessible. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Cameron Park
Cameron Park-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
