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According to <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 2018 Cost of Care</a> study, the average monthly assisted living cost in Vacaville ($4,473) is on par with the state average ($4,500), and both exceed the national average ($4,000) by several hundred dollars. Cities in the greater San Francisco area, such as Napa ($5,425) and Santa Maria ($4,825), tend to have the highest assisted living costs. Less expensive cities include Bakersfield ($3,150), El Centro ($3,650) and Madera ($3,323). Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for Vacaville, so data for the closest city, Sacramento, was used.

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Senior care costs depend on many factors, ranging from location to the number of service hours. The type of care needed is usually the determining factor, however, and this trend holds true in Vacaville. In this Northern California city, nursing home care is by far the most expensive, exceeding all other care types by thousands of dollars. Homemaker ($4,767) and home health aide ($4,957) services are slightly pricier than assisted living ($4,473), while adult day health care ($1,733) is the most affordable by far. When budgeting for long-term care, seniors should consider the additional expenses of living at home. Residential facility fees usually cover utilities, upkeep, food and&nbsp;other such expenses, while homemaker and home health aides services don’t.

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Vacaville

State Supplementary Payment Seniors can use the&nbsp;<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">State Supplementary Payment for the Aged, Blind and Disabled</a>&nbsp;to help pay for room and board in an assisted living facility. SSP&nbsp;provides an added benefit amount to qualified senior’s monthly federal&nbsp;Supplemental&nbsp;Security Income payment. Seniors have to meet the qualifications for SSI&nbsp;to receive the&nbsp;SSP&nbsp;payment and&nbsp;must: 
<li>Apply to all benefits programs for which they are eligible</li>
<li>Have little income</li>
<li>Own property with a total value less than $2,000 (individuals) or $3,000 (couples)</li>
 If seniors qualify for SSP, they’ll receive&nbsp;<a href="https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displayText.xhtml?lawCode=WIC&amp;division=9.&amp;title=&amp;part=3.&amp;chapter=3.&amp;article=5." target="_blank" data-mce-href="http://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displayText.xhtml?lawCode=WIC&amp;division=9.&amp;title=&amp;part=3.&amp;chapter=3.&amp;article=5." rel="noopener noreferrer">financial assistance</a> in accordance with their medical needs. Currently, the benefit amount for seniors living in a nonmedical care facility is $709 per month. To learn more about SSP, Vacaville seniors should get in touch with the <a href="https://admin.solanocounty.com:4433/depts/hss/ees/offices/default.asp#VV" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://admin.solanocounty.com:4433/depts/hss/ees/offices/default.asp#VV" rel="noopener noreferrer">Vacaville&nbsp;Office of Health and Social Services</a>&nbsp;by calling&nbsp;(707) 553-5000.&nbsp; VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound Pensions Vacaville veterans may be eligible for the <a href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/aid_attendance_housebound.asp" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/aid_attendance_housebound.asp" rel="noopener noreferrer">Aid and Attendance and Housebound</a> pensions. These programs provide eligible veterans with benefits in addition to their standard monthly pension, which can be used to fund the cost of assisted living. Veterans can only receive a pension top-up from one of the programs, and those already receiving VA disability pensions are excluded.&nbsp;&nbsp; To receive the Aid and Attendance pension, seniors must meet at least one of these prerequisites: 
<li>Have corrected vision of 5/200 or less in both eyes</li>
<li>Currently reside&nbsp;in a nursing home due to incapacity (mental or physical)</li>
<li>Are bedridden due to one or more disabilities</li>
<li>Require the assistance of an aide to complete basic daily functions, such as dressing, eating and bathing</li>
 To receive the Housebound pension, veterans must be effectively confined to their home because of a permanent disability. Vacaville veterans can apply to either pension program by contacting the&nbsp;<a href="https://admin.solanocounty.com:4433/depts/veterans/default.asp" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://admin.solanocounty.com:4433/depts/veterans/default.asp" rel="noopener noreferrer">Solano&nbsp;County Veteran Services Office</a>&nbsp;at&nbsp;(707) 784-6590.&nbsp;

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The average cost of assisted living in the city is $4,473 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 88 Assisted Living Communities in Vacaville and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Vacaville, CA<ul><li>Assisted Living: $4,473</li><li>Nursing Home Care: $8.517</li><li>In-home Care: $4,767</li><li>Adult Day Health Services: $1,733</li></ul>

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<a href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/default.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer">Medi-Cal</a>&nbsp;is the California Medicaid program that provides affordable health care services to low-income individuals and families. If seniors are deemed eligible, they’ll gain access to a core set of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/Medi-Cal_EHB_Benefits.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/Medi-Cal_EHB_Benefits.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer">health benefits</a>, which include hospital care, doctor visits and nursing home care. All&nbsp;Medi-Cal health plans must offer essential health benefits, such as outpatient, emergency, laboratory and preventive services, as well as physical therapy and prescription drugs. Seniors with&nbsp;Medi-Cal coverage also receive dental and mental health/substance use disorder services. To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/DoYouQualifyForMedi-Cal.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/DoYouQualifyForMedi-Cal.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer">qualify</a>&nbsp;for&nbsp;Medi-Cal, seniors must be U.S. citizens or legal&nbsp;residents of California. They must also meet the program’s income limit, which is currently 138% of the federal&nbsp;poverty&nbsp;level or: <ul>
<li>$16,395 annually for individuals</li>
<li>$22,108 annually for couples</li>
</ul> Vacaville&nbsp;seniors already enrolled in other benefits programs, such as&nbsp;CalFresh,&nbsp;SSI/SSP&nbsp;or&nbsp;CalWorks, are automatically eligible for&nbsp;Medi-Cal. Seniors&nbsp;who don’t meet&nbsp;the income requirements may still qualify using a <a href="https://www.sfdph.org/dph/files/CBHSdocs/BHISdocs/UserDoc/MediCalSOCFactSheet.pdf" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.sfdph.org/dph/files/CBHSdocs/BHISdocs/UserDoc/MediCalSOCFactSheet.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer">share of cost</a>. The share&nbsp;amount is calculated based on an individual’s&nbsp;excess&nbsp;income, and it&nbsp;must be spent on medical bills before receiving&nbsp;Medi-Cal coverage. Seniors can apply to&nbsp;Medi-Cal in person or&nbsp;online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coveredca.com/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.coveredca.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">CoveredCA</a>&nbsp;or by calling (800) 300-1506.&nbsp;They&nbsp;can also complete a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/eligibility/Pages/SingleStreamApps.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/eligibility/Pages/SingleStreamApps.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer">single streamlined application</a>&nbsp;to apply by mail.&nbsp; Assisted Living Waiver Medi-Cal&nbsp;doesn’t&nbsp;cover the cost of assisted living, but the&nbsp;<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;that’s available in 15 California&nbsp;counties may provide some financial aid. This Home and Community-Based Services waiver helps California seniors transition to a community homelike setting, such as an&nbsp;assisted living facility. Although&nbsp;Solano&nbsp;County doesn’t offer the waiver,&nbsp;Vacaville&nbsp;seniors willing to move to a facility&nbsp;in a participating county can&nbsp;still apply.&nbsp; To qualify, seniors must: <ul>
<li>Be eligible for&nbsp;Medi-Cal without any share of cost</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to live safely in an assisted living facility</li>
<li>Be assessed with health care needs commensurate with nursing home levels of care</li>
</ul> To apply for the waiver, seniors should contact a local&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ltc/Documents/Care-Coordination-Agencies-2018.pdf" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ltc/Documents/Care-Coordination-Agencies-2018.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer">Care Coordination Agency</a>&nbsp;to schedule an assessment.

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The Napa/Solano Area Agency on Aging provides local seniors and their caregivers with services designed to optimize health and quality of life. The agency connects seniors with social and health care assistance, family caregiver support resources, legal advice, health insurance&nbsp;counseling and transportation services.&nbsp;

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Magnolia Court is a senior living community conveniently situated in the heart of Vacaville, California, close to a variety of shops and entertainment options, and the Brenden Theatres. It&nbsp;offers assisted living and memory care services and works with residents to provide personalized care using the Connections Memory Care program. Seniors are cared for around-the-clock by compassionate caregivers, with support given according to a care plan devised with input from clinical nurses, doctors, therapists and family members.Residents of Magnolia Court have the opportunity to take part in a life enrichment program run by the community's dedicated social coordinator. Through the program seniors can form social connections, build strength and motor skills, practice quiet reflection, spiritualism or worship, and unleash their creative sides. Transportation services take residents shopping and help them attend appointments. Meals are served in a restaurant-style dining environment with regularly refreshed menus.

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Courtside Cottages of Vacaville is the only senior living community that exclusively provides Alzheimer&#39;s and memory care for our area&#39;s seniors. This means our community setting is specifically designed to provide a comforting and supportive atmosphere for our residents while providing enriching activities that allow them to enjoy life.

Our memory support community is managed by Seniority, Inc., an innovative leader in the senior living industry providing a range of services to senior living communities including sales, marketing, consulting and management.

<h2>Featured Amenities</h2>

To cultivate a family-inspired environment, our community is composed of five cottages where the residents live. Each cottage has a family room, a quiet sitting area, kitchen and individual bedrooms. Our residents are welcome to decorate their rooms with personal effects, while furnished rooms are also available.

During the day, residents enjoy on-site activities such as Dakim Brain Fitness, bowling and BBQs, and we also offer many social outings to baseball games, the Rio Vista Train Museum or fishing at Lake Solano. Our nutritious home-cooked meals are served home-style to further inspire community and camaraderie amongst our residents. Residents can often be found walking though our scenic courtyard that also features a raised garden bed.

<h2>Available Services</h2>

Assistance with all daily living activities is provided, as is housekeeping, laundry and transportation, helping to ensure that residents enjoy a hassle-free experience. We also offer the services of an on-site beauty salon for a bit of pampering. For residents who had to leave behind a beloved pet, there is pet therapy available for animal companionship.

We have a family-centered approach to our residents, so you can rest assured your loved one is receiving tailored, quality care services. We work with you to create a family-focused resident life plan that meets your loved one&#39;s needs. Our staff are specifically trained in memory care, and are available to lend a helping hand twenty-four hours a day.

Courtside Cottages of Vacaville offers a warm and nurturing homelike environment for seniors in need of Alzheimer&#39;s or memory care.

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<h4>Comfort through Experience</h4>
Cornerstone Assisted Living is a new community that caters exclusively to those with assisted living needs. Our mission is to provide a fresh, positive outlook on life for our residents. With caring hearts, our experienced staff aims to provide the highest quality service, with the best value to the senior population in our local community.

<h4>Explore the Cornerstone Community</h4>
Cornerstone is located near a variety of local restaurants, shopping, and outdoor activities. Should you need something or just want to get away, there are plenty of options within walking distance or easily accessed by our on-site transportation service.

<h4>Luxury Meets Mobility</h4>
Cornerstone Assisted Living focuses exclusively on luxurious assisted living apartments with studios, one and two bedroom floor plans. Each apartment caters to mobility-enabling devices, such as walkers and wheelchairs. Every room includes ample storage, easy access to belongings and an emergency call system, for 24 hours a day support by a personal caregiver.

The pillar of Cornerstone Assisted Living is the management team. A combined 52+ year experience is split between our Executive Administrator, Marketing Director, Certified Activities Director and Community Care Director. The entire management staff is recognized in the community as the best in the industry. Our staff is committed to growing this reputation in efforts to accomplish our goal of being amongst the leading Assisted Living Facilities in the nation.

Cornerstone Assisted Living is strategically designed to offer the feeling of independent living while still providing support for everyday activities of daily living. Our floor plan and management strategy have been developed with the focus of creating happy and healthy living while maintaining a warm, social, safe and home feeling atmosphere.

Cornerstone's living environment provides special care combined with luxurious amenities, fun activities & good friendsâ€¦.

<h4>It's time to discover the best option in senior living:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Our elegantly designed facility has several community seating areas for residents and guests to lounge indoors or outdoors.</li>
<li>Theater Room playing multiple movies each day.</li>
<li>Our Library room houses hundreds of books and reference materials.</li>
<li>High-speed internet computer room</li>
<li>Full-time activity director with optional daily exercise sessions</li>
<li>A large variety of daily activities such as bingo, poker, and happy-hours.</li>
<li>Off-site excursions to the Jelly Belly Factory, local casinos, parks and museums on a regular basis.</li>
<li>Onsite salon which is open during normal business hours for residents to have scheduled appointments with a licensed beautician to ensure they will look as good as they feel.</li>
<li>A safe, secure environment</li>
<li>Compassionate, capable staff</li>
<li>3 chef prepared meals daily</li>
<li>Scheduled transportation for errands, medical appointments and field trips</li>
<li>Friendly people with a sense of community</li>
<li>Every resident has access to our state of the art emergency call system with access points in each bedroom, unit living room and bathrooms.</li>
<li>Residents have scheduled access to an onsite exam room setup for routine doctor visits, dentist checkups and personal massage therapists.</li>
<li>Peace of Mind</li>
</ul>

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Nestled between Sacramento and San Francisco, with easy access to Wine Country, Vacaville Retirement Community offers Independent Living and Assisted Living options - both with impeccable attention to care and comfort for all residents. Regardless of lifestyles, residents enjoy our premium amenities, professional care services, and well-curated activities and outings.

As with all Happy Living by COGIR communities, delicious high-quality meals are served throughout the day and attentive staff is ready with a smile for any need. It is worth noting that many residents especially love Vacaville Retirement Community for its great location that is just down the road from a major shopping and entertainment destination. The excitement of San Francisco or the tranquility of Wine Country is also only a quick ride away. 

<h4>Accommodations and services:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Large apartments (studio, one bedroom, two bedroom)</li>
<li>All apartments have patio or balcony</li>
<li>Full kitchen</li>
<li>Heating, hot water and electricity included</li>
<li>Telephone, cable and Internet</li>
<li>Concierge service</li>
<li>Housekeeping and laundry</li>
<li>Conceirge service</li>
<li>Pet Friendly</li>
</ul>

<h4>Layout and amenities:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Library</li>
<li>Hair and beauty salon</li>
<li>Park-like setting</li>
<li>Courtyard and walking paths</li>
<li>Courtyard pavilion</li>
<li>Lounge with Fireplace</li>
<li>Covered parking available</li>
<li>Piano</li>
<li>Complete WIFI coverage in common areas</li>
</ul>

<h4>Care and assistance:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Transportation to medical appointments</li>
<li>Services tailored to changing needs</li>
<li>Mobility assistance</li>
<li>Dining assistance</li>
<li>Medication management</li>
<li>Incontinence mamagement</li>
<li>Diabetes assistance</li>
<li>Hygiene assistance</li>
<li>Dressing assistance</li>
</ul>

<h4>Activities and leisure:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Variety of scheduled daily acitivites and outings</li>
<li>Bus/van transportation</li>
<li>Activity room</li>
<li>Theatre</li>
<li>Plenty of puzzles and board games</li>
<li>Billiards</li>
<li>Special events in the community</li>
<li>Music and film evenings</li>
<li>Teaching and learning</li>
</ul>

<h4>Safe environment:</h4>
<ul>
<li>24-hour security</li>
<li>On-site nurse</li>
<li>Emergency response throughout property</li>
<li>Emergency pull cords in every apartment</li>
<li>Daily check-in system</li>
<li>Fence around property</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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