Yucca Valley, a California city known for its striking desert scenery and clear view of starry nights, offers more than just natural beauty. Resident seniors have multiple medical resources, including the Desert Care Network emergency room, for 24/7 medical care. There are also several doctors offices, including Desert Oasis Immediate Care, which have geriatric specialists on staff. Other factors that may appeal to frail seniors include the mild weather. Yucca Valley has 1 inch of snow per year on average compared to the nation’s 28 inches.
Nursing facilities are for seniors who need 24/7 monitoring and supervision. They provide a higher level of care than assisted living and home health care, both of which aid with activities of daily living. Nursing home care in Yucca Valley costs an average of $7,992 for a semiprivate room, which is slightly more than the national average of $7,908. California, on the other hand, has a higher average cost of $9,794. This guide contains cost comparisons for nursing home care and other care types. There’s also financial assistance information and a list of free resources for seniors.
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8515 CHOLLA AVE, Yucca Valley, CA, 92284
4.0
(1 reviews)
"its alright they are pretty nice but some seem on the edge its a quiet place thats calming. beautiful area. and they will help if you have any problems they jump right to the issue to help resolve it. ..."
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57333 Joshua Lane, Yucca Valley, CA, 92284
2.8
(10 reviews)
"I'm very pleased with the transformation within this facility, when they finish with the remodeling its going 2 B amazing. I like the layout of the nurse's station and everything about this home makes me feel welcome. The professional staff and manag..."
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6601 WHITE FEATHER ROAD, Joshua Tree, CA, 92252
3.0
(1 reviews)
"In my experience i attended Copper Mountai n College in Joshua Tree California i was in the facility for training purposes to become a Certified Nursing assistant. On my first day on the floor i could not believe how many of the employees ignored the..."
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The cost for nursing home care in Yucca Valley is $7,992 monthly for a semiprivate room and $8,865 for a private room.
Seniors in Yucca Valley can expect nursing home care to cost $7,992 for a semiprivate room. This is $1,802 less than the state average of $9,794. The United States has an average cost of $7,908, which is on par with Yucca Valley. North in Bakersfield, nursing home care costs $9,155. Los Angeles has a comparable cost of $9,125. South in San Diego, seniors pay $1,392 more than in Yucca Valley. Also to the south is El Centro, where monthly nursing home costs are $8,851.
Yucca Valley
$7,992
California
$9,794
The United States
$7,908
Bakersfield
$9,155
Los Angeles
$9,125
San Diego
$9,384
El Centro
$8,851
The $7,992 monthly cost for a semiprivate room is $873 less than that of a private room. In-home care and home health care both cost an average of $6,101 per month. There’s also assisted living facility care at $4,000. Adult day health care is the least expensive option at $1,842.
In-Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$1,842
Assisted Living Facility
$4,000
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$7,992
Nursing Home (private room)
$8,865
Note: Data for Yucca Valley was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Riverside Area, was used instead.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
This list of resources may be helpful to Yucca Valley seniors and their family members as they navigate the potential challenges of long-term care. This table highlights legal aid programs, elder protection services and other resources.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino County Aging and Adult Services | (909) 891-3900 | San Bernardino Aging and Adult Services is a hub for senior resources. Through this office, the elderly and their loved ones can connect with resources such as adult protective services, nutritional programs and supportive programs for family members. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 334-9473 | Long-term care ombudsman offices perform a variety of tasks for vulnerable seniors. They investigate abuse allegations and can witness advanced health care directives in a nursing facility. Ombudsmen advocate for the rights of seniors in long-term care and educate the community through outreach programs. |
| Public Guardian-Conservator’s Office | (909) 798-8500 | This office handles public conservatorship for vulnerable seniors who can’t take care of their own needs and have no one to care for them. Placement in a nursing facility may be part of public conservatorship. Seniors meet mental and physical criteria to qualify. |
| San Bernardino County Bar Association | (909) 889-7328 | Yucca Valley seniors can receive legal representation through the San Bernardino County Bar Association. This nonprofit handles many legal issues, including those related to elder law. Seniors or their caregivers can contact their local office to inquire about legal aid services. |
| San Bernardino County Veterans’ Affairs | (909) 382-3290 | Claims and benefits assistance is available to senior veterans through the San Bernardino VA office. Examples include burial benefits and government life insurance. This office also provides referrals to services for veterans’ family members, which may include counseling and employment programs. |
Nursing Homes
Richard Noe
5
Review of Yucca Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation
I'm very pleased with the transformation within this facility, when they finish with the remodeling its going 2 B amazing. I like the layout of the nurse's station and everything about this home...
Nursing Homes
Dennis
4
Review of Yucca Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation
My mom moved into Yucca Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation two months ago. So far, so good, she's fine where she's in. It just seems like a nice place and there's plenty of staff, and so far I have...
Nursing Homes
mossvivace
1
Review of Yucca Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation
Almost impossible to reach my father ( a patient) by phone. I usually try to call 4-5 times and then give up. The phone is answered automatically, then I listen tor recording, am transferred to "an...
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