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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Murrieta

To ensure seniors get quality care in their assisted living communities, the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division licenses and governs these facilities. The division also provides necessary updates to the state’s rules that impact care in these facilities and advocates for seniors through a complaint hotline.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Murrieta

  • While the cost of living in Murrieta is about 32 points higher than national averages, it’s 27 points lower than California’s average based on a 100-point scale. Health care, groceries and housing are less costly in this community.
  • Murrieta gets minimal rain each year and no snow. It has warm temperatures all year long, with 275 expected sunny days a year. This favorable climate is a perk for many seniors.
  • The relative safety of Murrieta is another benefit of retiring to this community. It has a property crime rating of just 8.5 on a 100-point scale, compared to the U.S. average of 22.7. Property crime rates are higher at 23.7, but this is still lower than the national average of 35.4. Assisted living communities have security features built in to help protect their residents.
  • Seniors who retire to Murrieta have several health care options, including Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murietta. This hospital rates as “high performing” in five adult specialties, indicating seniors should get quality medical care.
  • Murrieta and the rest of Riverside County have very poor air quality. The American Lung Association gives it an “F” rating for all three categories it measures. Seniors with lung conditions, such as COPD, must take health precautions. Assisted living communities can help seniors with this problem by offering indoor activities protected against these environmental risks.

Paying for Assisted Living in Murrieta

Assisted living communities in Murrietta have an average monthly cost of $5,475 for their services. This can vary based on the community’s amenities and services.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Though the cost of assisted living in Murrieta is much higher than the national average of $4,500, it is just a bit higher than California’s average of $5,250. It is on the higher end compared to nearby cities, though El Centro to the east is quite a bit higher at $6,150. Riverside has an average cost of $4,000. In Los Angeles, seniors pay an average of $5,250. The highest average in the state is in Santa Rosa at $7,048.

Murrieta

$5,475

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Riverside

$4,000

Los Angeles

$5,250

El Centro

$6,150

Santa Rosa

$7,048

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living in Murrieta averages $5,475. Seniors who want to remain at home can pay $6,387 on average for in-home care or just under $100 more to add home health care services. Adult day health care is the most affordable option at $2,058. Seniors who need round-the-clock nursing care can expect to pay an average of $9,384 a month for nursing home care in a semiprivate room.

In-Home Care

$3,687

Home Health Care

$6,473

Adult Day Health Care

$2,058

Assisted Living Facility

$5,475

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,384

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Murrieta

Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Murrieta through the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in California

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:

Free Assisted Living Resources in Murrieta

Throughout Murrieta, seniors will find several programs and services available at little to no cost to help them with their physical and financial needs. These agencies and organizations are ready to support older adults living in assisted living facilities.

ResourceContactService
Murrieta Senior Center(951) 304-7275Anyone 50 and older in Murrieta can become a member of the Murrieta Senior Center at no cost. The facility has meeting rooms, a computer lab, a billiards room, a fitness room and a lounge for socialization. This is also where seniors can get legal aid and information technology help.
Dial-A-Ride(800) 795-7887Dial-A-Ride offers low-cost curb-to-curb transportation services for seniors and disabled individuals in Murrieta. The accessible vans make it easier to get to doctor’s appointments or shopping destinations when the senior’s assisted living center does not provide such service.
Legal Aid(530) 552-6608Seniors can get free legal aid services through the Murrieta Senior Center. Every other Thursday, an attorney provides advice about civil legal matters. The service requires appointments.
California 211211Seniors in Murrieta can call 211 to get advice about programs available to them. This helpline is available to all California residents and helps with public benefit programs. It has trained staff members that know the available programs, contact information and options for seniors.
Riverside County Office on Aging(877) 932-4100The Riverside County Office on Aging is the designated Area Agency on Aging for Murrieta and the rest of Riverside County. It offers nearly 30 programs and services for area seniors, including counseling about health insurance options and social programs for seniors.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(833) 772-6624The Long-Term Care Ombudsman offers support for Murrieta seniors who suspect they are victims of neglect or abuse in an assisted living facility. Trained volunteers will investigate allegations of or complaints about abuse. They will also provide advocacy and support to seniors who feel their facility isn't meeting their needs.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Murrieta

Murrieta 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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in California

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Mrs. C

I visited this facility

Review of Renaissance Village Murrieta

Toured the community, it was beautiful and clean. Residents were doing floral arrangements and playing games in another area,they looked happy. The sales director was very informative, left with...

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Kimberly

I visited this facility

Review of Renaissance Village Murrieta

The rooms at Renaissance Village Murrieta were nice, clean, and very airy. The whole place was very nice, clean, airy, and welcoming. Maria, the lady that we toured with, was super kind and...

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Marlyle

I visited this facility

Review of Renaissance Village Murrieta

Renaissance Village Murrieta had great staff. It was clean and they had great food. The director was doing a great job allowing people to be themselves. The staff in the kitchen was all outgoing....

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