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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Camarillo, CA for 2024

Between the Californian coast and mountains, Camarillo sits about 13 miles east of Thousand Oaks and 52 miles from downtown Los Angeles. Including nearby areas, the city affords access to 12 memory care communities, specifically designed to support individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Local dementia care facilities cost around $7,188 per month, more than state and national norms.  

Commenters award Camarillo’s memory care communities with an average of 4.42 out of 5 stars stars, and you’ll find 48 reviews local facility reviews below.    

 

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Memory Care Facilities in Camarillo, California

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Camarillo

The California Department of Social Services licenses and monitors statewide memory care communities through its Senior Care Licensing Program. It also maintains a database of licensed facilities. The team ensures regulatory compliance through periodic inspections, investigation of complaints and strict penalties for breaching rules. Additionally, it confirms that relevant individuals complete background checks.   

 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Camarillo

  • As a community member of Dementia Friendly America (DFA), Ventura County shows its commitment to raising awareness about dementia and enhancing the quality of life for anyone impacted by the disease. Through the DFA-certified Dementia Friendly Ventura County — a collaboration between 20+ agencies, community leaders and local businesses — the area offers wide-ranging support programs.
  • The city offers one of the healthiest living environments in the state. County Health Rankings & Roadmaps ranks Ventura County 8th out of 58. Results account for residents' longevity, overall health and access to exercise opportunities.
  • Single seniors in Camarillo tend to have similar or above-average living costs. Those renting their homes pay around 126% of the nationwide norm over a year. This figure decreases to 121% for seniors with a mortgage and 98% for older adults who live rent- and mortgage-free. Retirees typically spend about $320 on food each month and $246 on transportation. However, public assistance programs, such as Medi-Cal, can lower out-of-pocket memory care costs for qualifying seniors.
  • Statistically, there’s a low risk of experiencing violent incidents in Camarillo, with a 1 in 1,757 chance compared with the state outlook of 1 in 200. Local property crime rates are also lower than average. They stand at 10.17 points below the statewide median and 6.74 points below the national figure.
  • Ventura County joined AARP’s Age-Friendly Network in 2022. This indicates its willingness to raise comfort levels and the quality of life for local residents. The area’s action plan includes bolstering age- and disability-friendly transportation options, enhancing public spaces and developing affordable senior housing. In 2023, the county earned an overall livability score of 56, which was 9 points above average.
  • Within the city, Dignity Health – St. John’s Hospital Camarillo provides wide-ranging general medical and surgical services. It’s open 24/7 and has an emergency room. Specialties include neurology, orthopedics, oncology and cardiology.         

 

Paying for Memory Care in Camarillo

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Memory care fees in Camarillo run about $7,188 monthly.

 

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

In Camarillo, memory care residents pay a median fee of $7,188 per month, rising above the state and national midrange prices by $625 and $1,563, respectively. Residing in a San Diego memory care facility saves seniors about $344 each month, while opting for Modesto is almost $2,200 more affordable. Fresno is even more cost-effective, with a monthly median fee of $4,875. However, San Francisco’s rate outpaces Camarillo’s by $711.

 

Camarillo

$7,188

California

$6,563

United States

$5,625

San Francisco

$7,899

San Diego

$6,844

Fresno

$4,875

Modesto

$5,000

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

At $7,188 per month, specialized memory care is among the costliest care choices in Camarillo, second only to nursing home care. Nursing home facilities bill a median fee of $11,254 for semi-private accommodations and provide high-level 24/7 medical care. Seniors who can remain safely at home with visiting clinical and therapeutic support pay less, at roughly $6,054 for home health care. Meanwhile, those who need help with daily tasks and personal care at home also pay less than dementia care residents, at $5,815 for in-home care. Assisted living, the cheapest option, combines practical support services, social programs and independence for around $5,750 per month.     

 

Memory Care

$7,188

In-Home Care

$5,815

Home Health Care

$6,054

Assisted Living Facility

$5,750

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$11,254

Note: Data for Camarillo was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Oxnard, was used instead.

 

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Camarillo

In Camarillo, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in California page.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in California

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Camarillo

Camarillo and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Camarillo, please visit our Memory Care in California page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Camarillo

Camarillo Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in California

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Mary

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Aasta Assisted Living

I found a place for my friend, and he is now at Aasta Assisted Living. The staff members are very caring and attentive. My friend's room is clean. It has an attached bathroom, a single hospital bed...

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K Montana

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Ventura County Senior Care: Ocean Breeze Estates at Blue Oak

My grandmother is residing in the Blue Oak community. It is a beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood. My grandmother is in a private room, and it is a good size for her. She doesn’t require much...

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Debra

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Oakmont of Camarillo

My mom moved into Oakmont of Camarillo. I chose it because it was bright and clean. I chose it because of the activities that they had available for my mom's needs. I also chose it because they...

Provider response

Hi Debra, thank you for taking the time to let us know how we're doing, we are glad to be meeting your expectations. Have a great day!

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