67 Assisted Living Facilities near Downey, CA
There are 67 Assisted Living Facilities in the Downey area, with 6 in Downey and 61 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Downey is $2,575 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,346. Cheaper nearby regions include Bellflower with an average starting cost of $2,400.
To help you with your search, browse the 226 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Downey. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Downey 4.1 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Cerritos with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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6 Assisted Living Facilities in Downey, CA
Lakewood Park Manor
The Villa Senior Assisted Living
Downey Retirement Center
Delightful Aging
Country Inn of Downey
61 Assisted Living Facilities near Downey, CA
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Our Hands Care
Woodruff Care Home
Simla Villas Bellflower
Posada Whittier
The Chateau of Long Beach
Rise N' Shine Villa II
Whittier Cottage
Buena Park Guest Home
Moms and Dads
Villa Celerina
Rise N' Shine Villa
Monaco Crest Guest Home
Precious Guest Home
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Cassidy's Home Care
Sunny Slopes at St. Agnes Home II
Whittier Place
The Grove at Cerritos
Walnut Villa
Bixby Knolls Tower
Camelot Residential Home
Spencer Gardens
Brittany House
Artesia Christian Home
Vista Veranda Assisted Living
Bellflower Christian Retirement Center
Family Choice Senior Care
Jamber Residential Facility
Amber Ville
European Christian Care
Golden Manor Retirement Center
Garden Homes I
Coyote Hills Senior Care
Assisted Living near Downey, CA
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Downey
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Review of Downey Retirement Center
My mom likes Downey Retirement Center. She likes the food at lot. She likes everybody. She said all of them are polite. They are always there when she asks assistance. They have a lot of activities... Read more
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Review of Lakewood Park Manor
The staff is so pleasant and they interact with their residents in such a personal and caring way. The grounds are beautiful and they have a wide variety of services that they can offer. It is clea... Read more
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Review of Lakewood Park Manor
Everyone at Lakewood Park Manor assisted living has made my Dad feel so welcome. He moved from Nevada and the staff and residents welcomed her residents welcomed her with open arms. As my Dad says,... Read more
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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Downey
Located just southeast of Los Angeles and in the same county, seniors in Downey, over 10 percent of the population, can spend time outside of their assisted living communities in the city's public parks, the local library, golf courses, and museums. Downey has six assisted living facilities and there are 53 nearby. California calls these facilities Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly, and they are regulated by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Downey
- Downey has an array of community resources for seniors, including The Arc, an organization that sponsors a variety of activities as well as one senior center in the city (Barbara J. Riley Community and Senior Center) and several more within a short commute.
- Downey and southeast L.A. is home to world-class medical facilities, including St. Francis Medical Center and Promise Hospital of East Los Angeles (which specializes in long-term acute care) in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- California is not known for being tax-friendly, and it does not provide seniors with a tax-exemption on retirement income other than Social Security. Downey residents have a combined 10 percent sales tax compared to the 6 percent national average and 8.54 percent state average.
- Residents of Downey, a part of Los Angeles County, experience some of the worse air quality in the nation. It is ranked in the top ten worse locations in the nation for three different pollutant categories by the American Lung Associations. Seniors with breathing problems may want to consider this before moving to the area.
- The cost of living in Downey is equal to the state average, both being 52 percent higher than the national average. Locals do pay 4.5 percent less nationally for groceries and 7 percent less for health costs.
- Downey has both high property crime rates and crimes per square mile. It is only 15 percent safer than other cities in the nation and 19 percent safer than cities and towns of comparable size.
Paying for Assisted Living in Downey
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in California
Assisted Living costs in Downey start around $2,575 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Downey and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Downey
Seniors seeking financial assistance in Downey can take advantage of the state's Medicaid program (Medi-Cal) and apply for the state sponsored Assisted Living Waiver (ALW). In addition, the state offers an optional state supplement (OSS) to individuals who receive SSI benefits and caps room and board costs at affiliated facilities.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Downey
Downey and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Downey, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Downey
Downey-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.
