Located in the southwestern region of Riverside County, where prospective assisted living residents have 32 facilities to choose from, Temecula forms part of the Inland Empire region. In this city, 2024 assisted living costs align with national norms and come in about $930 below the California median, with seniors expecting to pay around $5,324 per month for care.
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41780 Butterfield Stage Road, Temecula, CA, 92592
4.5
(49 reviews)
"My Dad moved to Atria last spring, and he’s loving it. When we visit everyone says hi and knows his name. He likes having things to do and be a part of. The staff is welcoming and friendly. He enjoys his life there, and we appreciate this so much. ..."
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27350 Nicolas Road, Temecula, CA, 92591
4.5
(11 reviews)
"I toured Vineyard Ranch at Temecula. The gal who walked me through is very knowledgeable, very kind, and bright. She was a young lady. She knew the residents. She knew them by name. She took the time. She made sure that they were comfortable. People ..."
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33722 Pebble Brook Cir, Temecula, CA, 92592
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I transferred my father here because he got many bedsores from a previous facility in Temecula. His appetite improved and his bedsores disappeared after couple of months of staying with Pebble Brook. Liz's experience really helped improve his conditi..."
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34038 Turtle creek St., Temecula, CA, 92592
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We thought The Hills of Alcoba II was well laid out for what it was being used for. We liked the people and the staff and everything about it. So we thought this would be more where Mom would be. They have just your standard house bedrooms, but they ..."
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31916 Corte Positas, Temecula, CA, 92592
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I lived in Angelica's Home. I loved it. Their caregivers were amazing. It's a beautiful place to live. There were only six people that lived there and I got the best care overall than any place else. Their staff was very kind and very loving. They go..."
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43707 Alcoba Drive , Temecula, CA, 92592
4.6
(3 reviews)
"The Hills of Alcoba is great and we love it. It is amazing. We are very happy with it. The staff members are very nice and professional. The meals are healthy and great, too. We are not allowed to go in it right now because of COVID, but they watch T..."
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42301 Moraga Rd., Temecula, CA, 92591
4.7
(4 reviews)
"I like the social community at Highgate at Temecula very much. They have a lot going on for their residents. I like the way their dining room is set up. There's not a time for the dining room, they can eat at any time, and I like that. I loved their ..."
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31416 Chemin Chevalier, Temecula, CA, 92591
4.3
(6 reviews)
"Friendly caregivers. Owner is also friendly and very communicative...."
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44754 Pride Mountain Street, Temecula, CA, 92592
3.6
(3 reviews)
"My grandmother has been living at the Birds of Paradise Home in Temecula for about 2 years. The first time I visited her I could tell she was very happy and she was socializing with many of the other people living there. She told me that the best th..."
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24271 Jackson Avenue, Murrieta, CA, 92562
4.6
(38 reviews)
"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 all my questions answered...."
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24350 Jackson Avenue, Murrieta, CA, 92562
"My husband and I went to see Brookdale Murrieta. The buildings were kept up. I think maybe the population was more elderly than the other ones. There was nothing wrong with it at all, other than it just wasn't as lively. The staff was polite and help..."
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36190 Chittam Wood Place, Murrieta, CA, 92562
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Excellent facility and excellent care for the elderly. ..."
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27100 Clinton Keith Rd, Murrieta, CA, 92562
4.5
(2 reviews)
"I like Ivy Park at Murrieta because it is newer than the other place. It's only been there for like three years now. I like their vaulted ceilings. The dining room was really big. The community was more updated. There was a little walking path. And e..."
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39296 Via Sonrisa, Murrieta, CA, 92563
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Nice clean home with friendly professional care givers, My father really enjoys staying there. ..."
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31729 Bottle Brush Street, Winchester, CA, 92596
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I feel comfortable with Generous Homecare, and I can trust them. It’s accessible, and I can go there anytime and visit mom. The caregiver is very accommodating. ..."
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37212 Edgemont Drive, Murrieta, CA, 92563
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Angel's Loving Touch. It is a group home. We liked that it was very clean and very tidy. It did not have a smell. It's just very cute and very well decorated. The residents are very happy and look content. The staff is very n..."
READ MORE35681 Silverweed Road, Murrieta, CA, 92563
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad currently lives here and this is truly the nicest assisted living home I’ve ever seen (and he’s been at a lot). The owner, April, is so kind and communicates so well with things regarding my dad. The facility itself is really beautiful and the..."
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31565 Flintridge Way, Murrieta, CA, 92563
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Concord Estates Assisted Living was a home with six people. We wanted my mom in a place with more people, but it was beautiful. We were very impressed. Heather, who runs it, was just as sweet as can be. There's not a lot of staff, so we didn't get to..."
READ MORE24077 Grafton Ave, Murrieta, CA, 92562
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad is in a board and care facility called Excel Assisted Living. It's great. It's a good place. The staff does a great job. They're wonderful; they treat him well. There are activities more than my dad can actually do, but that's not because of t..."
READ MOREThe California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, licenses assisted living facilities in Temecula and enforces compliance with state-mandated regulations through an initial licensing process and periodic inspections.
The median cost of assisted living in Temecula sits at $5,324, based on rates in the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This aligns closely with the national norm of $5,350 and offers hundreds of dollars in savings over the California rate of around $6,250. Other cities in the region have higher rates, including Santa Maria and San Diego, where respective fees come in near $6,500 and $7,250.
Temecula
$5,324
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Los Angeles
$5,748
San Diego
$7,250
Oxnard
$5,800
Santa Maria
$6,500
Assisted living ranks as the second most cost-effective senior care solution in Temecula, with seniors paying around $5,324 for services. While adult day health care costs run lower at approximately $1,668, seniors who arrange home health care pay about $1,635 more than assisted living residents. Additionally, assisted living offers affordability compared to nursing home rates of around $9,125.
In-Home Care
$6,483
Home Health Care
$6,959
Adult Day Health Care
$1,668
Assisted Living Facility
$5,324
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$9,125
Note: Since data for Temecula is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Riverside, instead.
In Temecula, low-income seniors can qualify for financial aid to help pay for the cost of assisted living. Currently, there are two programs that may help fund assisted living, including Medi-Cal, which offers an Assisted Living Waiver program, 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.
Seniors in Temecula obtain advice, support and referrals through several local nonprofit agencies, which can help them make educated decisions regarding their care needs. The following organizations can help older adults assess their care needs, determine options for covering assisted living and connect them with community-based services and supports.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside County Office on Aging | (951) 867-3800 | The Riverside County Office on Aging is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Temecula region and administers 27 programs and services to area residents aged 60 and over. Through this agency, seniors can speak with trained Community Resource Specialists who provide options counseling and information on recognizing and preventing elder abuse and finding resources for covering assisted living services. |
| Council on Aging Southern California | (909) 256-8369 | The Council on Aging provides health insurance options counseling to help seniors understand their Medicare benefits and options for paying for assisted living services. It also has a long-term care ombudsman who assists with issues, such as physical and financial abuse and concerns about quality of care in residential care facilities. |
| Inland Counties Legal Services – Riverside Office | (951) 368-2555 | Inland Counties Legal Services provides free senior legal aid to older adults in Temecula. Through the Riverside office, legal professionals provide in-person and over-the-phone support to help older adults resolve issues, such as health insurance and identity theft, denied health insurance claims and Social Security overpayment. The office can also help seniors review assisted living contracts and understand payment obligations. |
| Mary Phillips Senior Center | (951) 694-6464 | The local senior center hosts daily congregate meals and a wide range of activities to fit the needs and interests of older adults. The center features a craft room, two meeting rooms, four pool tables, a library and computers with Internet access. Members participate in board and care games, choir, fitness classes and informational and educational presentations. |
| Temecula Vet Center | (951) 302-4849 | The Temecula Vet Center helps local veterans and their families access benefits that may help cover assisted living expenses, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, pension programs and disability compensation. It can also screen veterans for eligibility for VA assisted living facility placement, which may be a cost-effective alternative to care in a private facility. |
Temecula-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.
Assisted Living
Rhonda
5.0
Review of Angelica's Home
I lived in Angelica's Home. I loved it. Their caregivers were amazing. It's a beautiful place to live. There were only six people that lived there and I got the best care overall than any place...
Assisted Living
Kelly
5.0
Review of Vineyard Ranch at Temecula
I toured Vineyard Ranch at Temecula. The gal who walked me through is very knowledgeable, very kind, and bright. She was a young lady. She knew the residents. She knew them by name. She took the...
Provider response
Thank you, Kelly. Your kind words and sharing your experience with us through a review is so thoughtful. We could not agree more about our amazing team that makes the magic happen every day.
Assisted Living
Kimberly
5.0
Review of Highgate at Temecula
I like the social community at Highgate at Temecula very much. They have a lot going on for their residents. I like the way their dining room is set up. There's not a time for the dining room, they...
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