Evergreen by Serenity Care Health - San Gabriel, CA
131 Segovia Ave, San Gabriel, CA, 91775
"For nearly 35 years Serenity Care Health has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life poss..."
READ MOREResidents of assisted living facilities typically have trouble completing daily activities, but their needs are not advanced enough for nursing home residency. Assisted living caregivers help with tasks like dressing and bathing, and they conduct activities to help residents unwind and socialize. In Whittier, assisted living costs an average of $5,250 per month. Its average assisted living fee is $750 higher than the national median cost of $4,500, but it matches the California statewide average. The state’s assisted living communities are sometimes referred to as Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly.
This guide compares the cost of assisted living in Whittier to the prices of other care and location options. It also describes information sources and service providers the area’s seniors may find helpful.
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131 Segovia Ave, San Gabriel, CA, 91775
"For nearly 35 years Serenity Care Health has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life poss..."
READ MORE302 S. Broder St, Anaheim, CA, 92804
"The facility is a home like enviroment with caring staff and owners. All the rooms are private rooms and spacious. Some rooms has their own ..."
READ MORE710 Rye Avenue, La Habra, CA, 90631
"Whittier Cottage is an assisted living community, located in La Habra, CA 90631. Assisted living facilities provide care to elderly people w..."
READ MORE2209 Camino Del Sol, Fullerton, CA, 92833
"Arc Facility is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution for seniors who..."
READ MORE9223 Brookshire Ave, Downey, CA, 90240
"You’ll find that our assisted living communities have a warm and friendly environment that celebrates your individuality. Recognizing that e..."
READ MORE14218 Rockenbach Street, Baldwin Park, CA, 91706
"Baldwin Gracious Living is a Senior Board and Care Home (RCFE) in Baldwin Park. We offer personalized assistance, supportive services and co..."
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4271 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..."
READ MORE700 Madison Way, Brea, CA, 92821
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I went to Cogir of Brea. It wasn't spacious, but for the population, it accommodated them well. But it just didn't feel as warm as it seemed. It was very modern. It was more or less a hotel, I would say. They had a small courtyard and an arts and cra..."
READ MORE2001 E Glenwood Ave, Fullerton, CA, 92831
"We Care For You Owned and Operated by an LVN, we are dedicated to providing you with compassionate assisted living and memory care in a s..."
READ MORE312 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 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 MORE214 SOUTH ATLANTIC BLVD., Alhambra, CA, 91801
4.6
(11 reviews)
"Atherton Baptist Home is very caring and very helpful. They have a housekeeper who comes in every Thursday and cleans. Some caregivers take care of me, about different things, if I need care. They put on my stretch socks for me and they collect us fo..."
READ MORE1400 W West Covina Pkwy, West Covina, CA, 91790
5.0
(5 reviews)
"I like Merrill Gardens at West Covina. It's nice. The people were very helpful and nice. The price seemed good for all that they offered. It's a little bit farther away from my dad, but it's a clean and newer place. They have tiers of service. My dad..."
READ MORE720 W. Camino Real, Arcadia, CA, 91007
4.1
(14 reviews)
"I toured Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel for my loved one. Before we even got to the facility, I was interested because it was much closer to us. It's only 2.7 miles away from where we live. The one that my loved one is in now is 16 miles away and e..."
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 MOREIn Whittier and elsewhere in California, the Senior Care Licensing Program upholds quality standards in assisted living facilities. The program’s personnel enforce regulations in the interest of protecting residents’ safety, comfort and health. Additionally, they maintain and publish a list of the state’s licensed facilities.
The average monthly fee for assisted living in Whittier is $5,250.
Whittier’s average assisted living cost is identical to the California-wide average but is $750 higher than the nationwide average. Oxnard, which is near Whittier on California’s coast, has an average cost that’s $500 more expensive. Two other pricier cities are San Diego and Santa Maria, with respective average rates of $5,475 and $5,300. Seniors may find some savings by looking inland to Bakersfield, which has a typical cost of $3,750. That figure falls $1,500 below Whittier’s.
Whittier
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Oxnard
$5,750
San Diego
$5,475
Santa Maria
$5,300
Bakersfield
$3,750
Among Whittier’s senior care options, nursing homes are the most expensive, reflecting their medical care capabilities. In those facilities, a semiprivate room costs $9,125 per month on average, or $3,875 more than assisted living accommodations. In-home care and home health care share an average rate of $5,911, so they are also more expensive than assisted living. Adult day health care is the most affordable option in Whittier. Enrollees pay an average of just $1,652 per month, which is $3,598 less than what assisted living participants pay. However, transportation arrangements may be necessary.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Data for Whittier was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
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.
Several organizations support Whittier’s older adults. Through them, seniors and their families can find information, support and advocacy. To learn more about specific offerings, contact each organization.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Workforce Development Aging & Community Services | (888) 211-0644 | WDACS's Linkages Program is a care management initiative that offers intake screenings, assessments and the arrangement of services. It additionally helps seniors scheduled for discharge from residential care facilities. The WDACS's other programs encompass transportation, legal assistance and caregiver support, among other needs. |
WISE & Healthy Aging | (310) 394-9871 | WISE & Healthy Aging runs the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which assists residents of long-term care facilities. To that end, the program's representatives investigate complaints and inform residents on various topics. WISE's other focuses include supporting caregivers and providing care management |
Military & Veterans Affairs | (877) 452-8387 | MVA is a county-level agency that assists veterans and certain eligible survivors and dependents. It can help clients locate documents and complete paperwork, and it offers advice and help in matters such as pensions, disability claims and health care. |
City of Whittier Senior Services | (562) 567-9470 | The City of Whittier operates a pair of senior centers, which are the sites of classes, health screenings and other events. Additionally, by calling the city's Information & Referral office, seniors can learn about assisted living and other long-term care options. They can also receive introductions to social service agencies. |
Bet Tzedek | (323) 939-0506 | Bet Tzedek's representatives work with low-income seniors. They offer help in areas such as preparing legal documents, setting up conservatorships, and gaining and maintaining access to public benefits. Another priority for Bet Tzedek is assisting Holocaust survivors. |
Whittier Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Diane
5
Review of Oakmont of Whittier
I toured Oakmont of Whittier. Everybody looked professional. They offered everything from a beautiful movie theater to a salon, and barbershop. They have a beautiful courtyard, a beautiful dining...
Provider response
Hi Diane, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Oakmont of Whittier! We sincerely thank you for the positive review and hope to see you again soon!
Assisted Living
Maureena
4
Review of Brookdale Uptown Whittier
Brookdale Uptown Whittier was the first one we visited. The tour was good, and they were friendly. The staff who gave me the tour was friendly and informative. The rooms were clean and nice. We...
Assisted Living
Sharon
5
Review of Brookdale Central Whittier
My mother has moved into Brookdale Central Whittier. The staff seem to be very caring. My mother likes the food. They have bingo, movie night, and puzzles. They have like a happy hour type thing....