
Loving Arms Residential Care II
11503 Thomas Place
4.0
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"LARC for Seniors is an established group of care homes operating for more than 15 years. We cater for elderly residents and provide the utmo..."
READ MOREAs part of the Greater Los Angeles area, Norwalk is known for its ample sunshine, balmy winter weather and eclectic neighborhoods that offer a mix of urban and suburban living. Norwalk puts residents within close range of some of California’s best hospitals, so seniors don’t have to travel far to find high-quality geriatric care. The city is home to 103,949 people, and almost 12% of them are aged 65 and up.
Seniors who are considering assisted living in Norwalk can find many communities to choose from. It costs an average of $5,000 per month for assisted living in the city, which is the same as the state average but more expensive than the nationwide average of $4,300. Residents of assisted living receive personal care, supervision, meals, entertainment and transportation to doctor’s visits and other appointments. It can be a smart choice for Norwalk residents who no longer want to live alone or maintain their own home.
In this guide, readers learn about the benefits and drawbacks of assisted living in Norwalk, its cost compared to nearby cities, prices for other types of care and resources for retirees in the Greater Los Angeles area.
11503 Thomas Place
4.0
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"LARC for Seniors is an established group of care homes operating for more than 15 years. We cater for elderly residents and provide the utmo..."
READ MORE11515 FIRESTONE BLVD.
4.0
(2)
"I visited the facility yesterday's afternoon. The facility newly painted and also renovated. We were given a brief history background of the facility. We toured the 1st floor and 2nd floor. Very nice and very clean. They have a large dinning space..."
READ MORE11507 Thomas Place
"We went with a board and care home called Loving Arms for my dad. So far, we love it. They're very communicative, and we are updated every day on how he is doing. They try to figure out ways to work with my dad and help us figure out how to best s..."
READ MORE13617 Whittier Blvd.
4.8
(30)
"Overall, we were very pleased with the tour at Oakmont of Whittier and the amenities that they offered. I would say everything was good. My father was not interested yet in a facility, but if we had to, that would have been our first choice. We h..."
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13250 E Philadelphia St
4.4
(35)
"We toured Brookdale Uptown Whittier. They had friendly residents, the people were very welcoming, the place is clean, and they had very nice amenities. They have a beauty parlor, a game room, and lots of activities. We had a meal there."
READ MORE200 North Dale Avenue
4.1
(39)
"We toured Brookdale Anaheim, it was a really clean place. The rooms there are very big and fantastic, and everyone was just so nice when you walk in, and they greeted everybody. It was nice there. They took us to the other side and they showed us ..."
READ MORE3411 West Ball Road
4.3
(32)
"I was impressed with my tour of Arbor Palms of Anaheim. We had a tour by a young lady named Stephanie, and we really liked that place. Right from the start, it had a very nice aesthetic. I noticed that the rooms and hallways were very large, so yo..."
READ MORE12045 Lakewood Boulevard
4.5
(29)
"Lakewood Park Manor provides a healthy environment, excellent food, comfy amenities and activities for all residents. It is a safe place to call your new home. I have wanted to post this 5-star review on behalf of my mother. She highly recommends ..."
READ MORE1925 Sunny Crest Drive
4.2
(30)
"My wife is now at Sunnycrest Senior Living. It looks like a nice three-star hotel. It is very expensive. It's a one-room with a bathroom attached and then three meals. I pay the rent, but it's very good. So far, they've been providing transportati..."
READ MORE8101 Painter Ave
4.3
(28)
"I went to tour Brookdale Central Whittier. It was a very nice facility. They're nice people, too. The staff was very nice. Very warm feeling. Friendly service. They had a center patio. There were people sitting out there. They have a lunchroom and..."
READ MORE1731 Medical Center Drive
4.5
(23)
"I was very impressed with Emerald Court. Everyone seemed happy and socially engaged. The staff were helpful, pleasant, and courteous. Their rooms seemed pretty much the same as the others, but the thing that struck me the most was when we got ther..."
READ MORE3503 Cedar Ave.
4.0
(24)
"My father has moved into Palmcrest Grand Residence. He's happy with everything so far. He said the staff members are very nice, very accommodating, and very helpful and that he's happy there. They have single rooms if a person wants to be in a roo..."
READ MORE5900 Chapman Avenue
4.0
(22)
"I toured Brookdale for my friend. It was lovely and comfortable. Kristin, I believe she was the director, was very helpful and thoughtful. It was good. I was very happy and pleased with it. I saw the dining room, and I have nothing but positiv..."
READ MORE4889 Katella Ave.
4.9
(10)
"Westmont of Cypress was extremely nice. It was just very expensive and located too far from me. The people that I toured with shared their background information, and they've kind of been through very similar experiences, so I felt like they under..."
READ MORE11000 New Falcon Way
4.8
(10)
"My father hates it there, but my family and I are fine with it. The staff is very attentive and everyone has been wonderful. My father isn't the easiest person to deal with but they've been very patient with him. The environment is lovely, the pla..."
READ MORE3850 Lampson Avenue
4.7
(10)
"It was extremely competent, had nice staff, beautifully taken care of and furnished. They provide the care that my friend needs, which is the most important thing. They were very warm and welcoming during the tour. They answered all of our questio..."
READ MORE2602 Ostrom Ave.
4.9
(8)
"My in-laws are staying in Golden Eden III. The experience has been very good. They have settled very well, surprisingly, and the house manager is always available. She bends over backwards to help us whenever we need it. There's very good communic..."
READ MORE433 W. Bastanchury Rd.
4.9
(8)
"My mom has moved into Oakmont of Fullerton. It's absolutely beautiful, clean, and upscale. The staff are excellent. My mom's room is very nice. It's probably the biggest room I've seen for a studio out of all the places. It's nicely painted and ca..."
READ MOREIn Norwalk and elsewhere in the state, assisted living facilities are licensed and regulated by the California Department of Social Services. Its website has information about the licensing process, staff background checks and a directory of approved facilities in Los Angeles County.
Assisted living in Norwalk costs an average of $5,000 per month, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. This is on par with California’s average as a whole and $700 more than the U.S. average of $4,300.
Norwalk assisted living is moderately priced compared to other nearby cities. To the south in San Diego, seniors pay an average of $4,525, or almost $700 less. Rates are much higher in Oxnard, where it costs residents $5,845 for care. Bakersfield is one of the most affordable cities for assisted living in this part of the state, with prices averaging $3,613.
Norwalk
$5,000
California
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
San Diego
$4,525
Oxnard
$5,845
Bakersfield
$3,613
Norwalk seniors have other choices to consider for their long-term care. They can pay $5,434 to get care in the comfort of their own home or $5,529 to receive the services of a home health aide. Adult day health care, which provides supervision during the daytime only, is the lowest-cost choice, at $1,647. Seniors who need full-time supervision at a nursing home can expect to pay $8,060 for a semiprivate room and $10,570 for a private one.
Homemaker Services
$5,434
Home Health Aide
$5,529
Adult Day Health Care
$1,647
Assisted Living Facility
$5,000
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,060
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$10,570
Low-income seniors residing in Norwalk 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.
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.
Residents of Norwalk have access to many free and low-cost resources, social services and programs aimed at helping the city’s older adults. These resources include financial assistance, benefits counseling, legal aid and much more.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Los Angeles County Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services | (800) 510-2020 | WDACS serves as the Area Agency on Aging for Los Angeles County. Services include case management, health insurance counseling, care planning, wellness classes and employment training programs. WDACS also has contact information for local long-term care ombudsmen, who address resident concerns regarding the quality of care at facilities throughout the county. |
Los Angeles County Military & Veterans Affairs | (213) 765-9681 | Military & Veterans Affairs provides information and application assistance for disability compensation, pensions and other benefits veterans may be eligible for. Its website has a directory of financial aid relief programs, mental health supports and counseling services designed to address the unique concerns of Norwalk's veterans. |
Community Legal Aid SoCal | (800) 834-5001 | Community Legal Aid SoCal offers free legal counsel, case evaluations and direct court representation for low-income residents of Los Angeles County. Its pro bono attorneys assist with civil issues, including elder abuse, small claims, bankruptcy, guardianship and divorce. The organization also regularly hosts free workshops designed to help seniors better understand the legal process. Its Self-Help Centers provide form preparation assistance and information packets. It's located at courthouses throughout Los Angeles County. |
Norwalk Senior Center | (562) 929-5580 | The Norwalk Senior Center is a place for retirees to socialize, relax and enjoy a variety of events and recreational activities. These include guest speakers, writing groups, fitness classes and special interest groups. Seniors who are still living at home may qualify for assistance from its Supportive Services Program, which provides personal care and help with housework for people 60 and up. |
Norwalk-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.