34 Assisted Living Facilities near Sun City, CA

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Sun City

• The weather in Sun City and Menifee is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. July high temperatures average around 97 degrees, January lows are 39. Those who have health conditions alleviated by warm weather may find relief here, although seniors sensitive to heat may be uncomfortable. 
  
  
• On a scale of 1 to 100, with 1 being the safest, both property crimes and violent crimes in Menifee are within one point of the U.S. average. However, seniors are advised to use caution with their persons and belongings. 
  
  
• Cost of living for Menifee is 143.6, compared to a U.S. base of 100. Grocery costs are about 10 percent lower, while health care costs are about on par with the national average. Housing costs are nearly double the national average, which may affect seniors with a small budget for assisted living expenses. 
  
  
• Senior citizens aged 60 and over, as well as those with a qualifying disability, are eligible for reduced rates from the Riverside Transportation Authority. This bus line serves the cities of Menifee and Riverside, as well as the surrounding communities, including Sun City. 
  
  
• Sun City is a planned community designed to encourage active seniors to make new friends and enjoy their retirement. The city of Menifee also has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center, an organization that provides exercise classes, education and enrichment opportunities, and monthly clubs and group activities for seniors. 
  
  
• The Northridge area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Menifee Valley Medical Center and Rancho Springs Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.