With approximately 11,560 residents over the age of 65, seniors account for 15.8% of the total population of Redlands. This southern California city has a pleasant year round climate, below-average cost of living and a violent crime rate that’s lower than the national figure. In addition to Redlands Community Hospital, which is rated as high performing in several adult procedures, seniors have a wide range of health care options in nearby San Bernardino and Riverside. For nursing home care, the city’s seniors pay slightly above the national median, but at $8,060 a month, it’s quite affordable compared to the statewide average.
Physicians and nurses remain on-site 24/7 at the city’s nursing homes where seniors may receive medication management, wound care, injections, diabetes management and various rehabilitative services on top of personal care assistance. If constant medical supervision is unnecessary, assisted living or home care may allow seniors to live with more independence and trim down their health care expenses.
An overview of the cost of senior care is included in this guide as well as a list of programs and services that may help seniors pay for nursing home care or delay it by providing services in their homes.