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12045 Lakewood Boulevard, Downey, CA 90242
4.4
(29 reviews)
"Putting my parents here was such a good move. They’re in such good hands. You hear so much stuff about nursing homes in the news, but you’ll find none of what you hear at Lakewood. This facility is second to none. Thank God it’s in Downey."
$2,500
9223 Brookshire Ave, Downey, CA 90240
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Delightful Aging. It was very clean and open. Parking is the problem there but other than that, it was very clean. They had two nice ladies working there, and they're very friendly, so I didn't see any issues. There is a ramp going into the facility, and it's very open, so they could walk around. There's minimal furniture and it's not cluttered."
$4,000
10423 Trabuco St, Bellflower, CA 90706
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Home R Us was very nice and clean. The lady there was, I supposed, the one who owns the place. It had pictures of her family all on the wall. The room they showed us could be for two people or one and it was very clean. It was just hot in the room (but those were very hot days, too). The living room had a nice sitting area. It's homey. They only have one big bathroom. The owner was kind of a young woman. She was very sweet and kind. She said they have activities. She didn't specify what they all do, but I saw books lying around and they have a big TV there. They don't have something like taking them out on excursions or anything."
$5,500
4271 Carlin Ave., Lynwood, CA 90262
3.0
(1 reviews)
"The tour I had at Coral Oaks Care Living was decent. The staff was very friendly. They were really good with what they needed to do. I did not care for the facility as much though. I felt it to be outdated, and it had more of a hospital feeling to it. It seemed a little outdated from what other living situations were. The rooms were OK. It's more of the environment that everyone's in. So, they can't really move anywhere else besides the rooms. There weren't really facilities to go anywhere, and then their outdoor facilities were very basic. It was just a concrete patio and a wall around them. I understand that it is winter, but there were no plants. I could see there would be nothing to do, and if I was there and I was elderly, I would be bored out of my mind. I believe their rooms were shared or one room. It's like a hospital room setting where you can have one room for yourself or you can have two and you share. It's OK because you pay a little bit less for that. The reason I'm also listing it as a three is because they have a salad bar that they offer at all times of the day. You can just come over and get some potato salad, macaroni salad, and stuff. It was 11:00 when I went to go to see this facility, and it looked like they were out the day before, and then they put it back out. I would not eat it, and I would not have my father eat it. Nevertheless, the staff was willing to answer any questions. They showed me everything I needed to. They were going to work with me on all my dad's issues that he had."
$3,000
3540 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lynwood, CA 90262
Here at Generations of Los Angeles, our philosophy is empowering vibrant senior living through personalized care and community engagement in the heart of Los Angeles. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing exceptional housing, compassionate support, and a nurturing environment that fosters independence, dignity, and a sense of belonging. Our Staff: Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to providing the highest level of care to our residents. They are passionate about what they do and are always striving to improve the lives of those in our community. Our Services: We offer a range of services to meet the unique needs of each resident. From assistance with daily living tasks to specialized memory care, we are here to ensure that our residents receive the care they need to live their best life. Our Philosophy: We believe that every resident deserves to live with dignity and respect. We strive to create an environment that fosters independence and promotes a sense of community among our residents. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$3,495
3570 E. Imperial Hwy., Lynwood, CA 90262
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Keeping in mind that satisfying the needs of 100 residents can be a daunting task, this place does a pretty good job of it. Generally speaking, the staff is thoughtful. While the accommodations are not deluxe, they are adequate. Towels and sheets are clean and nearly always available to residents as needed. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks are provided, and there is an alternative menu offered if the resident doesn't like or can't eat what is offered. The community offers transportation with advance notice. There are organized activities during the week, although I don't think too many residents attend. The residents vary in age, not necessarily a senior living facility. There are a few fast food type restaurants that can be reached by walking. Also, I believe the facility will leave off and pick up those residents who are inclined to visit some of the retail stores on Long Beach Blvd. It is possible to reach these places on foot. The caring staff includes caregivers (there could be more!), housekeeping, janitorial services and kitchen cooks and servers. There is a doctor and dentist who visit regularly and whose services are available to a resident if so desired. Hopefully these comments help in your decision making!"
$3,500
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11000 New Falcon Way, Cerritos, CA 90703
4.5
(14 reviews)
"The staff are very nice, very courteous, and caring. The rooms and apartments are clean and very comfortable. It is very convenient for senior citizens who need independent and assisted living. They have field trips every Wednesday and they have a lot of social activities going on every day. Everything is positive. My client is very happy. "
$7,195
11614 East 183rd Street, Artesia, CA 90701
4.5
(4 reviews)
"It has been a positive experience with Artesia Christian Home for the most part. My mom's room is pretty nice. It's a 1-bedroom with a full bath and kitchenette. The facility is also pretty nice and above average. They have a lot of activities for the residents, and the food is pretty good. The place is really clean and it's been kept up really well. They have nice furniture in the lounging areas."
$4,300
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8101 Painter Ave, Whittier, CA 90602
4.3
(33 reviews)
"Emeritus was the best place for my mother. The staff that I met with had a very involved attitude. After talking with them, I was sure that they were committed to helping the people that were there not because it was their job but that it was personally important to them that they provide good care for the residents there. Not all the rooms have the same size. They offer both single rooms and shared rooms. My mom has probably the largest room there. "
$4,500
8120 Painter Ave., Whittier, CA 90602
4.8
(8 reviews)
"I toured the assisted living. The only thing I was disappointed in it was that I could not visit my loved ones in their apartment because I'm not vaccinated. This is in Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, and it is just very strict as far as COVID. Other than that, I was very pleased. I came unannounced, and it was 5:30 p.m. Dinner was waiting for the staff there, but she said goodbye to me an hour and 45 minutes later. She also offered me some food. I noticed some residents were watching some movies they choose that were interesting, too. They're classics and not just little silly flicks. There was a woman in the activity room, and the salesperson knew her by name. Their rooms had character. The staff said, "I go up to IKEA and get ideas on how to use space." So she was giving me ideas since it's unfurnished. She was very helpful, positive, and upbeat. She's an excellent tour guide. She answered questions and offered ideas. She introduced me to the memory care person who I really appreciated. She was very, very caring of the residents. She said, "I've been here for several years. I love this." The tour guide gave me an opportunity to meet other people, especially the staff. She showed me the rooms. They were empty, which is fine because I don't need to see a model one. I saw one room that opened onto the bathroom, which seemed even more spacious. And there were studios, which pricewise works well and is doable, and yes, they did have an opening."
$3,395
CARING STARS WINNER
13617 Whittier Blvd., Whittier, CA 90605
4.8
(31 reviews)
"Oakmont of Whittier was pretty nice. I liked the cleanliness of the facility and the way all the amenities are being provided. It's also pretty well maintained. The courtyard was kind of small though. So, if the residents want to walk around, it's just a little circle. Compared to the ones that we've seen, this was the most expensive one, and the rooms were not that big for the price, but the staff was incredible. From the time we entered the building, everyone was so welcoming."
$7,095
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13250 E Philadelphia St, Whittier, CA 90601
4.3
(39 reviews)
"I think Merrill Gardens is a nice facility. While there, I witnessed the warm reception of the caregivers. The whole facility looks well taken care off. The staff members are coperative ad wilming to answer all the questions asked. The even have a special lunch with each tour visit. In general, I would rank this facility 4 out of five stars. "
$3,410
12315 Burgess Ave, Whittier, CA 90604
4.7
(9 reviews)
"I really like it here. The staff is great, especially Monica. They really take good care of my mom, Lily. I can sleep good at night knowing she's safe. Also, the food is very good!"
$4,635
5321 La Palma Avenue, La Palma, CA 90623
4.8
(11 reviews)
"The studio rooms were nice and had a sink and a little refrigerator. They had puzzles. The staff was nice and helpful. The dining area was pretty big, and the menu looked good. The place was very clean. The gardens were nice, green, and lush."
$4,295
3737 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
4.0
(15 reviews)
"I toured Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls. The rooms were very nice. They were just renovating everything, so things were torn up really a lot. The lunch room was very small. The people weren't very friendly or invited you to sit with them or anything, they kind of just let you go. The food was good. The staff was nice."
$2,995
3439 Stevely Ave, Long Beach, CA 90808
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Great location. The home was beautiful and very inviting. Had 4 spacious rooms. Was looking for a family member who is looking in the area. Very nice backyard for family visits. Staff that I met were very nice and informative. Definitely my first pick."
$4,000
CARING STARS WINNER
573 S. Boyle Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90033
4.6
(35 reviews)
"Hollenbeck Palms was beautiful. It's just that they wanted half a million dollars to get in. The staff was terrific. They have a bar and dance halls. They have somebody there in assisted living all the time, but you're not locked in your room, you can leave anytime. Everything was nice. They take you wherever you need to go."
$5,500
CARING STARS WINNER
10615 Jordan Road, Whittier, CA 90603
4.1
(16 reviews)
"Good expereince with the Administrators at Casa Whittier, Sharon, Tonya and gail were all extreamly helpful with a difficult situation. Did their best to accomodate my work schedule "
$4,500
10657 Jordan Road, Whittier, CA 90603
Whittier Cottage is an assisted living community, located in Whittier, CA 90603. Assisted living facilities provide care to elderly people who need help with daily tasks such as meal preparation, mobility, bathing or dressing. Assisted living offers intermediate care for individuals who cannot reside on their own in an independent living, but do not need the full-time health care services of a nursing home.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$3,900
15225 Metropol Drive, Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Monaco Crest Guest Home is a locally owned assisted living care home with 6 residents. Monaco Crest Guest Home is located in a beautiful quiet neighborhood. We aim to provide the highest quality of care to all residents at all times by making them feel safe, secure and cared for by our team comprising of experienced caregivers. We recognize and uphold the resident's bill of rights. We respect the dignity and unique worth of each resident. We maintain and promote quality of life by ensuring that opportunities are available, accessible and developed in order that every individual resident is assisted and motivated for growth in all dimensions of life being physical, psychological, and social.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$4,000
Assisted Living
Reviewer#RD0618q
1.0
Review of Downey Retirement Center
I didn't like Downey Retirement Center. The place was really bad. I couldn't get an appointment with someone there because they don't seem like they really care. Both doors from the front and the...
Assisted Living
Elizabeth
4.0
Review of Delightful Aging
I toured Delightful Aging. It was very clean and open. Parking is the problem there but other than that, it was very clean. They had two nice ladies working there, and they're very friendly, so I...
Assisted Living
Ardeshir Irani
1.0
Review of Downey Retirement Center
This place sucks. It is kept dark and is very depressing. The staff are obnoxious. I was given a 1 pm appointment by Careing.com to visit the facility. The staff said they knew nothing about the...
In Downey, assisted living residents pay approximately $5,250 per month for services. Although this is considerably higher than the national norm of $4,500 per month, it’s consistent with average costs in California as a whole. Seniors may save money by opting for care in Riverside, where monthly rates come in at $4,000. However, local care costs are $225 less than the norm in San Diego and $500 below care costs in Oxnard. Rates in El Centro are nearly a thousand dollars higher than in Downey at $6,150 per month.
Downey
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
San Diego
$5,475
El Centro
$6,150
Riverside
$4,000
Oxnard
$5,750
While monthly rates may vary depending on amenities, assisted living facilities in Downey charge $5,250 on average for care.
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.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Compared to other long-term care options in Downey, assisted living is economically priced at $5,250 per month. This is significantly cheaper than nursing home care, which features around-the-clock medical care and support for $9,125 per month. Likewise, in-home care and home health care are costlier than assisted living at $5,911, although seniors may spend less by opting for adult day health care, which costs $1,652 per month.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Data for Downey was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
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.
Downey Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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