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<a href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">Genworth’s&nbsp;2018 Cost of Care</a>&nbsp;study shows that the average monthly price for assisted living in Fullerton is the same as the state average of $4,500 and $500 more than the national average of $4,000. Costs in nearby Oxnard are similar at $4,475, while to the east of Fullerton, they are lower in Riverside ($3,500). Further north up the coast, costs are higher in both Santa Maria ($4,825) and San Luis Obispo&nbsp;($5,450). To the south, prices are the same in San Diego ($4,500) and significantly lower in El Centro ($3,650).&nbsp; Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for Fullerton, so data for the closest city, Los&nbsp;Angeles, was used.&nbsp;

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The cost of senior care varies with the type of care provided, the location and the number of service hours offered each week. In Fullerton, assisted living is about $3,000 less per month than nursing home care, while both homemaker and home health aide services cost about $267 more than assisted living. It’s important to note that seniors who choose to remain at home need to continue paying for daily living expenses, such as property taxes, home maintenance and utility bills, while seniors who move to a residential care facility have these expenses included in their monthly costs.&nbsp;

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fullerton

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly Seniors aged 55 and older living in Fullerton who are Medicare- and Medicaid-eligible and need the level of care normally provided in a nursing home may qualify for comprehensive services through the <a href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ltc/Pages/ProgramofAll-InclusiveCArefortheElderly.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ltc/Pages/ProgramofAll-InclusiveCArefortheElderly.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer">Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly</a>.&nbsp; PACE is a voluntary managed-care program designed to prevent nursing home placement among low-income seniors by providing a wide range of case management, preventative and acute care services and supports in an assisted living setting.&nbsp; In Fullerton,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer">CalOptima</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a>manages the PACE program<a href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a>. If accepted into PACE, seniors may be eligible for services such as personal care, access to recreational programming, physical and occupational therapy and transportation assistance.&nbsp; For more information, contact <a href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer">CalOptima</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.caloptima.org/en/Members/PACE.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a>at (714) 468-1100.&nbsp; Optional State Supplementation Seniors 65 and older who receive&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ssa.gov/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.ssa.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Social Security benefits</a>&nbsp;and need to live in an assisted living facility due to age-related disabilities may qualify for the <a href="https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-11125.pdf" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-11125.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer">California Optional State Supplementation</a>&nbsp;program.&nbsp; This program provides top-up funds that bring the&nbsp;SSI monthly payment up to a maximum of $1,194.37 for single seniors and $2,388.74 for couples. OSS&nbsp;funds are added to the SSI payment and supplement the room-and-board portion of assisted living costs.&nbsp; To learn more about the OSS&nbsp;program, contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ssa.gov/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.ssa.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Social Security</a> at (800) 772-1213.&nbsp;

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The average cost of assisted living in the city is $4,500 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 5 Assisted Living Communities in Fullerton and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Fullerton, CA<ul><li>Assisted Living: $4,500</li><li>Nursing Home Care: $7,604</li><li>In-home Care: $4,767</li><li>Adult Day Health Services: $1.565</li></ul>

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<a href="https://www.medicaid.gov/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.medicaid.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Medicaid</a>&nbsp;is the nationwide health coverage program that provides basic services to low-income children, adults, seniors and people with disabilities. Funding is jointly offered through the state and federal governments, and in California,&nbsp;<a href="http://files.kff.org/attachment/fact-sheet-medicaid-state-CA" target="_blank" data-mce-href="http://files.kff.org/attachment/fact-sheet-medicaid-state-CA" rel="noopener noreferrer">one in four residents</a>&nbsp;is covered through <a href="https://www.coveredca.com/medi-cal/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.coveredca.com/medi-cal/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Medi-Cal</a>, the state-administered Medicaid program.&nbsp; Seniors must earn no more than $1,242 a month and own no more than $2,000 in countable assets to qualify for Medi-Cal when applying as a single, and couples applying together can earn no more than $1,682 and own no more than $3,000 in countable assets. Seniors 65 and older who already receive&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Supplemental Security Income</a>&nbsp;payments are automatically enrolled in Medi-Cal.&nbsp; Seniors who have incomes that exceed Medi-Cal limits may qualify for coverage on a&nbsp;<a href="https://files.medi-cal.ca.gov/pubsdoco/publications/masters-mtp/part1/share_z01.doc" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://files.medi-cal.ca.gov/pubsdoco/publications/masters-mtp/part1/share_z01.doc" rel="noopener noreferrer">Share of Cost</a> basis. Through SoC,&nbsp;seniors must spend a specific amount of their income toward medical costs before they become eligible for Medi-Cal benefits. Note that in many cases, the SoC is more expensive than private health insurance premiums.&nbsp; Assisted Living Waiver Seniors who qualify for Medi-Cal coverage and have care needs that meet the requirements for nursing home placement may be eligible for additional care services in an assisted living setting under the <a href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ltc/pages/assistedlivingwaiver.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ltc/pages/assistedlivingwaiver.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer">Assisted Living waiver</a>.&nbsp; This home and community-based services waiver delays or prevents the placement of low-income seniors in nursing homes by providing medically necessary care services in an assisted living environment. Eligible seniors are screened by a registered nurse through the local care coordinator agency, and if approved, seniors must reside in an&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ltc/Documents/List-of-RCFE-facilities-4.11.19.pdf" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ltc/Documents/List-of-RCFE-facilities-4.11.19.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer">ALW-participating facility</a>.&nbsp; In Orange County, Access TLC Home Health Care coordinates the ALW.&nbsp;To apply for the ALW,&nbsp;contact <a href="https://www.accesstlc.com/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.accesstlc.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Access TLC</a>&nbsp;at (818) 551-1900.&nbsp;

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In addition to serving as a recreation center, the <a href="https://www.cityoffullerton.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=5574" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.cityoffullerton.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=5574" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fullerton Senior Multi-Service Center</a>&nbsp;offers a number of seniors&nbsp;wellness programs such as&nbsp;InSTEP fall prevention. Seniors can also access a nutritious, low-cost or free lunch on weekdays.&nbsp;

Community Aid for Seniors

The Fullerton Senior Multi-Service Center at the Fullerton Community Center is a community resource geared toward seniors aged 50 and older. The center hosts a wide range of free and low-cost recreational programs, activities and groups, including Fit-n-Fun Aerobics, table tennis, yoga, tai chi and a walking group. Seniors can also take part in a fitness assessment, join in Hawaiian and Middle Eastern dance lessons and enjoy escorted day trips to local attractions.&nbsp; Community Aid&nbsp;for Seniors In addition to serving as a recreation center, the <a href="https://www.cityoffullerton.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=5574" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.cityoffullerton.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=5574" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fullerton Senior Multi-Service Center</a>&nbsp;offers a number of seniors&nbsp;wellness programs such as&nbsp;InSTEP fall prevention. Seniors can also access a nutritious, low-cost or free lunch on weekdays.&nbsp; Veterans and eligible survivors can access VA health care services at the Anaheim VA Clinic, an outpatient clinic affiliated with the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. Assistance with VA benefits applications, appeals and local programs is available through the Orange County Veterans Service Office.&nbsp;A number of American Legion and VFW&nbsp;posts in the area let veterans participate in congregate meals, make new friends and learn about local services.&nbsp;

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Veterans and eligible survivors can access VA health care services at the Anaheim VA Clinic, an outpatient clinic affiliated with the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. Assistance with VA benefits applications, appeals and local programs is available through the Orange County Veterans Service Office.&nbsp;A number of American Legion and VFW&nbsp;posts in the area let veterans participate in congregate meals, make new friends and learn about local services.&nbsp;

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<h4>We Provide Compassionate Care</h4>

We provide senior care and memory care in the community, ensuring the comfort and independence of our clients. Palms Retirement Center is a residential care facility that provides assisted living and dementia care services for seniors that promote a healthier and happier life. We have activities for our residents that encourage movements and building relationships with peers. We help them with their medication management, doctors appointments, transportation, among others.

Palms Retirement Center is a residential care facility that provides care and assisted living services for seniors and clients with dementia in a home-like setting thats very much like a family.

Our homes intimate environment enables us to work closely with residents and their family members to formulate a customized plan of care for every unique individual depending on their needs, preferences, and capabilities. We put great emphasis on teamwork, independence, and freedom of choice while providing encouragement, love, and support. In more detail, here is an extended list of the services you can expect when you or your elderly family member stays with us:

Enter our home and feel comfortable immediately as we promote activities and reasons to appreciate life fully. Some of the amenities that enable our facility to be warm and friendly include:

Private and semi-private rooms Beautifully decorated rooms and family-visiting areas Friendly yet cozy ambiance Comfortable and spacious bedrooms Personalized and round-the-clock care Security system Newly upgraded windows, roof, and other renovations Memory care To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/carefacilitysearch/">California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search</a>

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Seeing a loved one struggle with the effects of Alzheimer&#39;s or dementia is heartbreaking, and families often assume they must provide care themselves since they want the peace and security that a home setting provides. We at Richman Gardens understand this desire, which is why our community only cares for 26 residents, ensuring that we deliver one-on-one care in a family-like setting.

Richman Gardens is operated by Senior Lifestyle Corporation. Since 1985, Senior Lifestyle Corporation has been creating premier retirement communities and innovative programs to help each senior residing with us enjoy a more fulfilling and healthy life.

<h2>Featured Amenities</h2>

For more than 20 years, we have empowered our residents with the emotional and physical support they need to continue living fulfilling lives. This is possible not only by having highly qualified staff, but also by developing programs that address the challenges that Alzheimer&#39;s or dementia causes. Our Brain Health University activities allow our residents to continue enjoying their favorite hobbies, whether it&#39;s playing the piano or gardening, within a setting that encourages success.

Because we serve meals family-style in the community dining room, residents can reconnect to their favorite memories of gathering around the dining room table with family. Our chef-prepared meals will tempt even the most reluctant eater, and we encourage residents to suggest favorite recipes for us to prepare.

<h2>Available Services</h2>

The apartment homes at Richman Gardens are available in private or companion suites, so families can select the living arrangement which will best suit their loved one&#39;s preferences. Each suite includes an emergency call system, which means help is always close at hand. If your loved one enjoys visiting different rooms, our community features several inviting common areas and a secure, landscaped courtyard.

Another service which families greatly appreciate is our award-winning Walk With Me program, where we partner with the family to transition their loved one into our community. Not only does this lessen the family&#39;s stress, but it also reassures them that their loved one will enjoy their life with us.

Discover the difference that we at Richman Gardens can make in the lives of seniors with Alzheimer&#39;s or dementia.

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An elegant senior living community located in sunny Anaheim, Emerald Court offers Independent and Assisted Living. Here, youll find comfort and convenience in a vibrant garden-like setting that caters to active living and socializing, as well as relaxing in our tranquil atmosphere. 

At Emerald Court, we promote a sense of community and friendship. Our community features a wide spectrum of individualized services and lifestyle options, including Independent Living and Assisted Living.

Our goal at Emerald Court is to enhance each persons lifestyle. Come experience our community and you will immediately feel the difference. Engage, challenge yourself, give back, and build a legacy for future generations this is our invitation to you.

<h4>Personalized Assisted Living</h4>
When an aging loved one begins to struggle with the tasks of daily of living, a sense of loss and concern for independence can become an issue. At Emerald Court, an Anaheim assisted living community; we understand that creating a nonjudgmental environment of support is crucial for the wellbeing of our residents. Self-esteem and dignity are top priorities of our caregivers, because we understand how important they are to our residents and their families.
Fully supported by compassionate and skilled senior care professionals, seniors residing in assisted living communities often experience an increased sense of independence, self-esteem and social interaction that is often not available while living at home.

<h4>Exceptional Independent Living</h4>
When the daily tasks and chores of home maintenance become a greater burden than you wish to carry, moving to an independent living community can help you reclaim your time and discover new and engaging ways to fill your days. At Emerald Court, an Anaheim independent living community for seniors, you can enjoy a variety of activities, such as exciting classes, group activities, and peaceful time at home in your private apartment.

As an independent senior in our vibrant and diverse community, you can engage with the activities most meaningful to you while we take care of the chores. How you choose to spend your time and find your joy is always your own choice, whether its time around the piano with friends or a relaxing stroll through the one of the multiple courtyards.

<h4>SERVICES &amp; AMENITIES</h4>
Emerald Court has a wide range of services and amenities to make your days comfortable and enjoyable.
<ul>
<li>All day dining - three restaurant style means in various venues</li>
<li>Sunday brunch</li>
<li>Saturday candlelight dinner</li>
<li>Weekly housekeeping and linen service</li>
<li>Daily scheduled transportation</li>
<li>All utilities except landline phone</li>
<li>Digital cable and Wi-Fi</li>
<li>Social activities and outings</li>
<li>Personalized Wellness Fitness Assessment and program</li>
<li>Maintenance</li>
<li>24-hour concierge service</li>
<li>Emergency response system with daily check-in </li>
</ul>

<h4>Assisted Living amenities include everything above as well as:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Daily bed making</li>
<li>Daily trash removal</li>
<li>Nutritional program with licensed dietitian</li>
<li>Licensed nurse to oversee your care</li>
<li>Tenured, trained staff onsite 24-hours</li>
</ul>

Thank you for your interest at Emerald Court. Please give us a call to schedule a free tour. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/carefacilitysearch/">California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search</a>

Emerald Court

Located in the heart of Fullerton, Sunnycrest is less than 5 miles from world-famous Disneyland. With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, the warm Mediterranean-like climate makes this southern California community feel like a vacation destination. The care and wellbeing of our residents is our top priority.

Not only does our assisted living community provide your loved one with the assistance they need, but it provides them with a community and support system as well.

Coordinated Events &amp; Activities Wi-Fi, Cable, &amp; Utilities Weekly Housekeeping &amp; Linen Services 24-Hour On-Site Care Staff RN Oversight Transportation Coordination of Health Resources Personal Laundry Services

<h4>Community Amenities:</h4>

In addition to each residents Plan of Care, we have made it a priority the following list of amenities ranging from entertainment to fitness.

<ul>
<li>Easy-to-Read Menus</li>
<li>Landscaped Courtyard</li>
<li>Pet-Friendly</li>
<li>Activity Room</li>
<li>Walking Paths</li>
<li>Weekly Outings</li>
</ul> To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/carefacilitysearch/">California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search</a>

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