8 Assisted Living Communities in San Bernardino, California

The average cost of assisted living in the city is $3,500 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 8 Assisted Living Communities in San Bernardino and several in surrounding areas.

Assisted living: $3,500
Nursing home semiprivate room: $7,559
In-home care: $4,481
Adult day health services: $1,668

Assisted Living Facilities near San Bernardino, California

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Reviews of Assisted Living Facilities in San Bernardino

Anita

March 17, 2020

I am a friend or relative of a current/past residentReview of Parkside Senior Apartments

My aunt is now residing here. We've been very happy with the place so far. The staff is very nice and very attentive. When we asked for things, they're right on it. However, they sold the place and everybody's kind of worried about what's going to become of everybody here. That's the only negative about it, but as far as it being a nice community, I give it a 5-star. They have activities, and the residents are very happy here. They keep them involved, and they always have something going on for the residents. It's a nice place, but it could use some updating and make it a little bit more modern. It's a little older building, but they keep it clean for how it is. She likes the food.

Sharon

May 31, 2019

I am/was a resident of this facilityReview of Parkside Senior Apartments

It has everything you could possibly think of. The staff is good, nice and professional. I haven't even been here a month yet but everything's great. I have nothing bad to say about it at all. My apartment is nice and clean, and it's just big enough for me. First thing I noticed was the place didn't smell like a nursing home. The place itself is clean and smells good. They have all kinds of activities from religious, to reading, to crochet. It seems like they have a variety of stuff. The value is perfect because everything is included in the rent. The food is OK.

Delia

October 10, 2018

I am/was a resident of this facilityReview of Parkside Senior Apartments

I have chosen this community, and I love it very much. They have all these activities like games and bingo for the residents. The community is perfect for me because I have lots of medical problems. They clean my apartment, and they feed us breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The staff is very helpful, they always keep the place very clean, and I like them. What stood out to me about this place is the security; you have to buzz to get in. The food is good because they have a cook that makes our meals.

Richard

July 24, 2018

I visited this facilityReview of Parkside Senior Apartments

It was an older place, but the staff was really great. The place was nice and clean. The food was good and they gave you two meals a day. They had an exercise room and a library. They'd also give you a medical alert that you put around your neck, so if you fall down and can't get up somewhere, they'd know where you are, which I thought was pretty good. The staff was good.

Michelle

November 30, 2017

I am a friend or relative of a current/past residentReview of Parkside Senior Apartments

It is very nice and very convenient for me. Everything is working out just fine. They have medical staff on hand if you need it, and they've got all their meals taken care of. Everything is convenient for Mom and they even have a beauty salon. They have a lot of activities like movie nights, jam sessions where people come in and play like a mini band, costume parties, and luncheons. The staff is great, helpful, and understanding.

Anonymous

November 11, 2017

I visited this facilityReview of Parkside Senior Apartments

It was fine and clean. However, they weren't telling me a lot about what the best placement would be, so I've decided to keep my husband for as long as I can keep him here. The staff was friendly. Most of the residents were engaged. They also looked happy.

Visitor

June 23, 2016

I Visited This CommunityReview of Parkside Senior Apartments

I visited Leisure Pointe. Overall, they were very helpful, very polite, answered all of the questions we had, and showed us around. I was impressed with the staff member that showed us around. She was very nice and helpful.

Visitor

June 17, 2016

I Am A Friend Or Relative Of A Current/Past ResidentReview of Parkside Senior Apartments

Leisure Pointe was not what I was looking for. I’m independent and healthy and even when I am disabled, I can get around on my own. It was more for older people who weren’t as independent as myself. The staff was wonderful. The lady I spoke to was extremely nice. There was a guy I met at the elevator who was kind of rude. He was in the office and didn’t really want to be bothered by me. I asked for this person, and he said, She’s upstairs! and I’m like Excuse me. I’m sorry to have bothered you, but then when I went upstairs and talked to her, she was a breath of fresh air. She was so welcoming, and her staff was so nice. They were both extremely accommodating, made me feel very welcome, and tried to help me find another facility in the area. I was very pleased with them. I had been in their apartments before because my friends had lived there, and they’re nice. My friends were very happy when they first moved in because they also provided meals to the individuals in a nice cafeteria area. The cost for the two of them was $1,100 a month. At times, they couldn’t pay all the money, but one of the staff was in charge of working with them when they were on a budget. They can’t say enough good things about the place. I really enjoyed myself when I was there. The staff could be a little more sensitive to the elderly because they yell at people from a distance. Maybe they’re overworked or maybe they don’t have enough staff, but it’s not acceptable to yell.

Map of San Bernardino, California

Assisted Living Costs in San Bernardino

According to the Genworth 2018 Cost of Care study, the cost of assisted living in San Bernardino is $1,000 a month cheaper than the state average of $4,500 and also less costly than the national average of $4,000.

Compared to surrounding areas, San Bernardino is quite affordable. Other nearby cities, including Los Angeles, San Diego and Oxnard, have an average monthly cost that’s approximately $1,000 higher than San Bernardino. Bakersfield is the least expensive area in California for assisted living costs at $3,150 a month.

Note: Data for the cost of care for seniors was not available for San Bernardino, so data for the nearest major area, Riverside, was used.

Cost of Assisted Living Comparison Chart

San Bernardino/Riverside area

$3,500

National average

$4,000

State average

$4,500

Los Angeles

$4,500

San Diego

$4,500

Oxnard

$4,575

El Centro

$3,650

Bakersfield

$3,150

Santa Maria

$4,825

Care Cost Comparison

The cost of assisted living in San Bernardino is relatively inexpensive, but in-home care is approximately 10 percent more costly. The increased cost of homemaker services and home health aides in the area is compounded by ongoing regular household costs, such as food and utilities, which are often covered when living in a facility. At more than double the cost of assisted living, nursing home care ($7,559) is easily the most expensive option in San Bernardino. Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart

Assisted living: $3,500

Homemaker services: $4,481

Home health aide: $4,576

Adult day health: $1,668

Nursing home care (semiprivate room): $7,559

Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart

Assisted living

$3,500

Homemaker services

$4,481

Home health aide

$4,576

Adult day health

$1,668

Nursing home care (semiprivate room)

$7,559

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in San Bernardino

Medicaid in California

In California, the state Medicaid program is Medi-Cal. This program is designed to help low-income seniors and disabled people pay for various services, such as nursing homes, doctors and hospitals, prescription drugs, dental, rehab, adult day health care and in-home personal care services.

Medi-Cal may pay for all of the applicable services (full scope) or only some of them (partial scope) depending on qualifications. The process is further complicated by the addition of over 90 categories of eligibility, such as income-based, SSI linked and medically needy.

The most common eligibility categories for seniors in San Bernardino are:

SSI-Linked Medi-Cal: Anyone who has already qualified for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be enrolled in this category of Medi-Cal
Aged & Disabled Federal Poverty Level Medi-Cal: Seniors who are not eligible for SSI may be able to qualify for this category of Medi-Cal
Aged, Blind, and Disabled – Medically Needy Medi-Cal: Seniors who exceed the income limits for other categories may qualify for this with a monthly share of cost

Applicants for Medi-Cal must meet the following general eligibility requirements:

Legal resident of California
At least 65 years old, blind or disabled (by Social Security standards)
Maximum income of 138 percent of the federal poverty level ($1,436 per month for an individual as of 2019 or $1,936 for couples)
Maximum countable assets of $2,000, including cash, bank accounts, investments and real estate (excludes current residence and vehicle as well as other exemptions)

The general requirements listed here should be viewed as a starting point for further research at the linked websites for individual categories of coverage.

Receiving benefits to pay for an assisted living facility is not considered an entitlement in California, and Medi-Cal won’t directly cover the associated costs. However, through the use of waivers it’s possible to receive assistance with the costs of some services at assisted living facilities. Benefits for seniors living at home, in a nursing facility or adult day care are entitlements in California, so there’s no waiting list for applicants who meet the eligibility requirements.

Seniors or their caregivers can apply for benefits, including Medi-Cal, through the Department of Health Care Services website. Alternatively, residents of San Bernardino can contact the Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) by phone at (877) 410-8829 or visit in person for more information on Medi-Cal.

Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALW)

Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) makes it possible for eligible residents to receive coverage for some expenses. The ALW is designed to help seniors who require a nursing facility level of care but would rather receive services in an assisted living facility.

Benefits of the ALW program include assisted living services such as health and social services, recreation, meals, housekeeping, laundry and transportation. Participants in the ALW will also receive care coordination and assistance transitioning out of a nursing facility if appropriate.

Anyone enrolled in a Medi-Cal category with a share of cost (SOC) cannot enroll in the Assisted Living Waiver program. Applicants for the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) must be enrolled in Medi-Cal and must be assessed and determined to require a nursing facility level of care.

To apply for the ALW, seniors or their caregivers should contact one of the local Care Coordination Agencies (CCA) for San Bernardino, such as Partners in Care Foundation at (818) 837-3775. A registered nurse will make the determination on the level of care required.

Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

This program is funded by the federal government and designed to help seniors remain in their home or community instead of entering into a nursing home.

Services are provided at local PACE centers, such as InnovAge in San Bernardino, which serves as a a senior center, health care coordinator and senior advocacy group. If accepted, participants in the program must receive all health care services at a designated center or authorized provider.

Although PACE does not directly cover assisted living, it may cover some aspects of care in an assisted living facility. This program doesn’t pay for room and board.

Applicants for PACE must meet the following eligibility requirements:

At least 55 years old

Require a nursing facility level of care

Able to live safely in the community (with support)

Living in a PACE service area (San Bernardino is covered)

Meet the financial eligibility requirements (no cost if eligible for Medi-Cal)

To find out more about PACE and begin the application process, visit the InnovAge California website or call the San Bernardino branch at (909) 366-4230.

Optional State Supplement (OSS)

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits are provided to low-income seniors and disabled people by the federal government. California is one of many states that give additional benefits to residents through an Optional State Supplement (OSS) program.

The eligibility requirements for each level of additional payment are based on age, disability, blindness, marital status and current living arrangements. Applicants for OSS benefits must be receiving SSI benefits from the federal government.

The maximum benefit available in 2019, when combining both SSI and OSS, is $1,194 per month for individuals and $2,388 for couples.

To apply for OSS in California, contact a local Social Security Administration office or call (800) 772-1213 for the San Bernardino branch.

Assisted Living Resources in San Bernardino

Senior Centers

San Bernardino residents can stay active, eat lunch and meet new friends at local senior centers. These centers have regular activities and trips, and they can also provide guidance on aging-related matters such as long-term care.

Fifth Street Senior Center
600 W. 5th Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410
(909) 384-5430

Highland Senior Center
3102 Highland Avenue, Highland, CA 92346
(909) 862-8104

Area Agency on Aging

Each area of the state is served by a local Area Agency on Aging (AAA). These agencies help by providing services and education to seniors and caregivers, including assistance in enrolling for services, individual counseling and support groups. Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS)
784 E. Hospitality Lane, San Bernardino, CA 92415
(909) 891-3900

Veterans Services

In addition to pension, social and health care benefits, qualified veterans may be eligible for programs that could help pay costs at assisted living facilities. Contact the local Veterans Affairs office for more information.

San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs
222 W. Hospitality Lane, Third Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415
(909) 382-3290

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