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The Best Assisted Living Communities in Ventura County, CA
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authentic reviews in Ventura County, CA below include Assisted Living facility with 1336 reviews. On average in Ventura County, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Paying for Assisted Living in Ventura County
Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey discloses that in California, assisted living fees are approximately $700 more per month than the national average. In Ventura County, where assisted living fees are based on the costs in its local city of Oxnard, care costs are even higher. On average, Ventura County seniors pay $5,845 per month for assisted living, which is 17% higher than the state median of $5,000 and 36% higher than the national average of $4,300.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Ventura County, CA and Nearby Cities
Assisted living fees in the Ventura County region surpass the state average by over $800 per month. Costs in Ventura County come in at approximately $5,845, making it one of the more expensive options for this type of care in California. Even so, the region is affordable compared to the San Francisco area, where assisted living facilities charge $6,100 per month for services, and Salinas, which is the most expensive option in the state at $7,100. Those seeking more economical options may consider Sacramento, where monthly fees are considerably lower at $5,395, or Fresno, where facilities charge approximately $4,750 per month. In the San Diego area, care costs are closer to the national median at $4,525. Assisted living fees are more affordable in the Riverside area at $3,900 per month, and in Merced, rates are the lowest in the state at $3,750.
California
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Salinas
$7,100
Riverside Area
$3,900
San Diego Area
$4,525
Fresno
$4,750
San Francisco Area
$6,100
Sacramento Area
$5,395
Merced
$3,750
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Ventura County
California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, offers financial assistance to help impoverished seniors cover the cost of assisted living. Those who are eligible may be able to take part in the state’s Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
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Free Assisted Living Resources in Ventura County
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Ventura County Area Agency on Aging | (805) 477-7300 | The Ventura County Area Agency on Aging is granted federal funding to provide a broad range of free and low-cost services to area residents aged 60 and over. It operates as an Aging & Disability Resource Center and has agents who provide information and referrals for local agencies that serve seniors. Through its Benefit Enrollment Center, trained volunteers help seniors obtain benefits that may help them cover health care and assisted living expenses. The agency also administers the statewide Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program, which provides older adults with information regarding Medicare benefits and options, prescription drug coverage, Medicaid and long-term care insurance. |
| Veterans Services | (805) 477-5155 | Ventura County’s Veterans Services Agency helps veterans, their spouses and their children or survivors access healthcare services and financial assistance through the Veterans Administration. The agency helps veterans file claims to the VA for service-related compensation, including pension benefits or disability compensation, which may help cover assisted living expenses. Its representatives can also help veterans determine their eligibility for VA healthcare, veterans’ home placement and the federal Aid and Attendance benefit. |
| Oxnard RSVP | (805) 385-8023 | Oxnard RSVP is part of the national RSVP network, which connects those aged 55 and over with opportunities to serve their community through volunteerism. This local chapter partners with 40 public and nonprofit organizations, letting seniors serve in the capacity that best suits their interests and abilities. Volunteer opportunities include providing friendly phone calls to housebound community members, sewing blankets and stuffed toys for local hospitals and tutoring and mentoring school-aged children. |
| Senior Programs | (805) 648-3035 | The City of Ventura, which is the seat of Ventura County, administers a range of programs for older adults. Through its Senior Nutrition Program, it operates a congregate dining site called the Westside Café, which is located at the Ventura Avenue Adult Center. The city also offers a variety of classes and recreational opportunities, including golf and an aquatics program. |
| Long Term Care Services of Ventura County, Inc. | (805) 656-1986 | Long Term Care Services of Ventura County is an independent nonprofit organization that advocates on behalf of seniors in the community. This agency provides preplacement counseling services to help seniors understand various levels of care and payment options for assisted living, including what services are paid for by Medi-Cal. Its long-term care ombudsman visits local assisted living facilities to ensure they adhere to state-mandated guidelines related to cleanliness, quality of care and staffing. The ombudsman also helps residents of long-term care facilities to resolve interpersonal problems and fields and investigates reports of resident abuse, neglect and exploitation. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Ventura County
Ventura County-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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Araceli
5.0
Review of Oakview
Rooms are excellent Food was good Interactions with staff and administrative staff was great! I would highly recommend this facility.
Provider response
Thank you so much, Araceli! We're thrilled to hear that you found our rooms excellent and enjoyed the food and interactions with our staff. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and it inspires...
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Djl221
5.0
Review of Camarillo Senior Living
Im a 56 year old male. In the last 16 months, I've had 3 strokes, so I needed to move into an assisted living home. Im lucky, I chose Camarillo senior living. I get excellent care here by people...
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Carol's daughter
5.0
Review of Atria Hillcrest
My mom had been fully independent until she started falling in July 2025, and landed in the hospital then skilled nursing. I am in Texas so it was a daunting task finding my mom a community that I...
