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Located in Fresno County, Clovis is a compact city that’s home to just under 115,000. Seniors aged 65 and older make up 12.5% of the population, which is below the statewide average of 14.3%. The sun shines an average of 272 days per year in Clovis, which is 67 days more than the national average of 205 sunny days. Summers are long, hot and dry, and most of the 13 inches of annual rain falls during the short, wet winters, making Clovis ideal for seniors looking for a retirement destination that’s both hot and free of humidity. The city has long been known as the Gateway to the Sierras because it sits at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, home to numerous national parks including Yosemite.
Seniors who require daily assistance may find the support they need at assisted living facilities. In these communities, trained staff members are on-site 24 hours a day to deliver personalized care, chore services and help with medication to allow seniors to live as independently as possible. Based on the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, average rates in Clovis are $3,828 per month, which is very affordable compared to both the state and national averages.
In this guide, you’ll find information about the cost of assisted living in Clovis, where to go for financial assistance and some of the local organizations and nonprofits that offer programs for seniors.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in California. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
While rates can vary between facilities, seniors in Clovis pay an average of $3,828 per month for assisted living.
Clovis care’s monthly rates are over $1,400 lower than the California state median and nearly $700 less expensive than the national average.
Clovis is one of the most affordable cities for assisted living in California. Nearby Fresno has similar monthly rates, and Bakersfield is $78 less expensive. Modesto is around $180 more expensive per month. Sacramento and Los Angeles, which have rates comparable to the state average, are about $1,400 more expensive. Rates are even higher in cities such as San Jose and San Francisco. San Jose’s monthly costs are nearly $2,200 higher than those in Clovis, and San Francisco’s is close to $2,500 more expensive per month.
Note: Data for Clovis was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Madera, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in California.
| Contact | Description | |
| Fresno-Madera Agency on Aging | (559) 214-0299 | Established in 1980, the Agency on Aging is one of 33 Area Agencies on Aging in California. The Agency works to advance the health and well-being of seniors by advocating for program funding, coordinating service delivery and serving as a resource center for seniors, caregivers and family members. |
| Fresno County Veteran Service Office | (559) 600-5436 | The Fresno County Veteran Service Office helps veterans, their dependents and survivors access benefits and entitlements from local, state and federal programs. The office employs five federally-accredited veteran services officers who provide information, assist with benefit claims and appeals, and make referrals to VA health services and affiliated programs. |
| City of Clovis Transit | (559) 324-2770 | The City of Clovis operates Stageline, an ADA-compliant fixed-route ground transportation system, and Round Up, an on-demand, door-to-door shared ride service for those who are unable to use the Stageline system due to disability. Seniors 65 and over ride free on the Stageline system, while a nominal fare is charged for the on-demand Round Up paratransit system. |
| Clovis Senior Center | (559) 324-2750 | Seniors 50 and older can participate in a variety of classes, activities and special events at the Clovis Senior Center. There is no membership fee, and seniors 60 and older can enjoy a free lunchtime meal Monday through Friday at the Center. |
| Central California Legal Services | (800) 675-8001 | Low-income seniors in Clovis who need legal information or representation related to medical insurance, estate planning, elder abuse or long-term care can contact Central California Legal Services. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Clovis area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
