Lorraine Guest Home
5742 Belle Avenue, Cypress, CA, 90630
"We are located in a quiet cul-de-sac location in Cypress. Our home is close to Senior Citizen Center, church, schools, parks and restaurants..."
READ MORESeniors 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.
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5742 Belle Avenue, Cypress, CA, 90630
"We are located in a quiet cul-de-sac location in Cypress. Our home is close to Senior Citizen Center, church, schools, parks and restaurants..."
READ MORE4271 Carlin Ave., Lynwood, CA, 90262
"Welcome to Coral Oaks Care Living! Coral Oaks Care Living is a residential care facility that provides care and assisted living services ..."
READ MORE15225 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 qui..."
READ MORE19627 Welrsma Ave., Cerritos, CA, 90703
"At Cassidy's Home Care, our goal is to provide our residents with the best in senior living. Our high quality care and dedicated staff ensur..."
READ MORE1221 Sierra Vista Drive, La Habra, CA, 90631
""Haven For Mom & Dad I is a small board and care home with a maximum 6-bed capacity. Haven For Mom & Dad I is located in La Habra, CA." W..."
READ MORE3330 W. Stonybrook Drive, Anaheim, CA, 92804
"We Care For You We are dedicated to providing you with compassionate assisted living and memory care services in a secure and inviting re..."
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312 N Roosevelt Ave., Fullerton, CA, 92832
"As a resident of two years,and a highly educated person, I am fully disappointed in how this administration is as phoney as I have ever experienced. I also find them wholly unqualified to deal with residents, problems, outcomes. There is no follow t..."
READ MORE3360 Magnolia Avenue, Long Beach, CA, 90806
4.2
(60 reviews)
"I like Vista Del Mar Senior Living. They have an area where you could go out and get some fresh air and be able to walk around without any worries. At least if you get up in the middle of the night, you can go outside and walk around and feel safe. T..."
READ MORE3411 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA, 92804
4.3
(32 reviews)
"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 you c..."
READ MORE12315 Burgess Ave, Whittier, CA, 90604
4.8
(22 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Whittier Place. It's clean and very well taken care of. It's homey, it smells very nice, and it's roomy. The people are very attentive. They have several activities. They have games, entertainment, and exercise. They offer of..."
READ MORE9011 Knott Avenue, Buena Park, CA, 90620
4.5
(11 reviews)
"Harvest Retirement was a very nice, clean community with nice rooms. It smelled very good. The staff was excellent. I looked around, but I didn't see anyone engaged in any activities. They showed me a room where people can sit and watch television an..."
READ MORE13975 Telegraph Road,, Whittier, CA, 90604
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Mom is in Walnut Villa. The care there is excellent, and I'm really happy with it. They’re very attentive, friendly, and provide her with excellent care. It’s perfect. The food is good, too. ..."
READ MORE8120 S. Painter Avenue, Whittier, CA, 90602
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I just had a very brief tour here. It's very roomy and homey. I really liked it. I liked the staff, the accommodations, and the attention that they provide to the residents. The apartments were clean. The lady we met was very helpful. She assisted me..."
READ MORE200 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, CA, 90631
3.9
(16 reviews)
"My mother moved into Whitten Heights, and we've been happy. They serve three meals, and she said it's good. They do Bingo a lot, a guy recently came in and played musical instrument, they have trivia, and somebody comes once a week to talk about seni..."
READ MORE3952 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA, 90720
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The location of Katella Senior Living Community is very, very conducive for our family to visit. It's close to my three children, my house, and some of my husband's doctors. The staff seemed extremely friendly, supportive, and helpful. The apartment ..."
READ MORE10337 BEACH STREET, Bellflower, CA, 90706
4.8
(4 reviews)
"I visited this facility when I was Discharge Planner in the area. Facility location is excellent, clean/spacious, excellent care from staff. Best of all rates are very reasonable compared to most RCFE. ..."
READ MORE5265 Canterbury Dr, Cypress, CA, 90630
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We've placed our Uncle there, and he really love the place, he's happy with it. Its a very small place around 8 people, they took very good care of him and he gets a lot of personal attention and that's what all we want. He likes it and it all work..."
READ MORE10101 Bogardus Ave, Whittier, CA, 90603
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My aunt was in this beautiful residence. I could NOT have asked for a more loving, caring , clean and small environment. She stayed her for hospice, it was beautiful - I would recommend this facility or one like this to anyone. ..."
READ MORE1201 Post Road, Fullerton, CA, 92833
5.0
(1 reviews)
"At first I was skeptical of this facility because I wasn't able to visit it before my grandmother was placed there from the previous home she was in. Living out of state and going off only what my family told me was difficult but coming out every few..."
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.
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Kathryn
5
Review of Cardinal Yu-Pin Manor
I toured Cardinal Yu-Pin Manor. They have an exercise program. They have an activity room and there's a nurse that leads them to warm up the seniors. The workers are very good. They have Bible...
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Lizzett
5
Review of Norwalk Retirement Villa
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...
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Dineen
3
Review of Norwalk Retirement Villa
I went to Norwalk Retirement Villa. There was one lady in the lounge area watching TV and she seemed very friendly. It was very clean. We went to the dining area, and it was closed off as they were...