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Situated in the heart of Southern California’s Riverside County, Temecula offers retirees an affordable option that doesn’t skimp on natural beauty, culture and community amenities. The city’s Old Town district showcases a combination of the community’s colorful history and its current vibrant arts and culture scene. The fertile Temecula Valley produces some of California’s best warm-season wines, and the year-round growing season means that local farmers markets always have freshly picked, locally grown fare. The area has a warm Mediterranean climate with midsummer highs in the 90s, winter lows in the 40s and a less than average amount of precipitation.
The Temecula region has several highly rated assisted living facilities to meet the needs of those requiring daily assistance. Along with housing and meals, these facilities provide individualized care plans, social activities and wellness services to promote your comfort and quality of life. Assisted living fees may vary, but the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey shows that the typical facility in this city charges $5,475 for services.
Read on for insight into how local care costs compare to rates in major cities throughout the state and an overview of ways you may be able to pay for care.
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.
Seniors in Temecula pay $5,475 per month for assisted living.
In Temecula, assisted living facilities charge $5,475 per month for residential services. This is about $1,000 higher than the national monthly average of $4,500, but it’s comparable to California’s rate of $5,250.
Assisted living communities in Temecula charge $5,475 per month for housing and care, which is in line with what facilities charge in other California cities. In Santa Cruz, rates are similar at $5,550, and in San Jose, monthly fees are considerably higher at $6,000. In Santa Rosa, seniors pay $7,048 for care, nearly $1,600 more than in Temecula. Seniors in San Luis Obispo pay slightly more affordable rates than assisted living residents in Temecula, with monthly fees averaging $5,300, and in Stockton, care costs are $1,800 lower at $3,649.
Note: Data for Temecula was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Sacramento, 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 | |
| Riverside County Office on Aging | (951) 867-3800 | As the Area Agency on Aging, Riverside County Office on Aging acts as a frontline resource for senior citizens, disabled persons and their families and caregivers. Services include referrals to relevant community-based programs, care coordination and case management, health insurance counseling and ombudsman advocacy. The agency also administers Riverside County’s senior nutrition program. |
| Mary Phillips Senior Center | (951)694-6480 | Situated in Temecula’s historic district, Mary Phillips Senior Center is open weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. The center has a crafts room, a computer room with internet access, a library and serves hot, nutritious lunches. Activities include bridge, group outings, choir, chair volleyball and woodcarving. |
| Dial-a-Ride | (800) 795-7887 | Temecula residents aged 65 and over can access curb-to-curb transportation services. Destinations must fall within 3/4 of a mile of regular fixed-route bus stops and must be scheduled during the hours of normal transit operation. Rides can be scheduled from one to three days in advance, and riders need to verify at the time of request if they are using a mobility aid such as a wheelchair or walker or have a service animal. |
| The City of Temecula | (951) 694-6444 | Seniors seeking community-based ways to put their valuable skills, education and experience to use can find plenty of volunteer opportunities with the City of Temecula. Volunteers can choose between one-time projects such as helping out at community events and wildlife rehabilitation work parties or ongoing commitments such as volunteering at the library or taking a short shift at the Visitors Information Center on a regular basis. |
| Riverside County Department of Veterans’ Services | (951) 955.3060 | Former members of all branches of the U.S. armed forces, their immediate families and their survivors can access assistance navigating the red tape involved in applying for benefits and entitlements. This agency also helps veterans find community resources designed to promote a good quality of life among military families. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Temecula 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.
