Housing & Care Options

in Southern California

You are not alone… we are here to help! Focusing on making this journey as stress-free for you as possible, Senior Care Referral Specialists, Inc. works with over 1200 senior living/care communities and homecare agencies throughout Southern California with a goal to help you find the top 4 or 5 most appropriate options. We provide a FREE SERVICE to those looking to make an educated decision regarding senior living and care choices by identifying options that meet the specific clinical, social, and budgetary needs involved, as well as sharing information about any regulations that may impact your decision. We will work hand-in-hand with you along the way, and with our assistance you will have the expert help you need to find the right solution.

Independent Living

  • For those wanting an active lifestyle in a hotel-like atmosphere
  • Private apartments – Studios, 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom units
  • Meals, housekeeping, and transportation
  • Onsite and offsite activities
  • Average cost: $2000 – $5000/month
  • Expect annual rent increases

Assisted Living Communities

  • Meets the physical and social needs of those requiring assistance
  • 24-hour care with medication management
  • Meals, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation
  • Onsite and offsite activities
  • Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom units
  • Occasional shared accommodations for those on limited budgets
  • One rate for apartment and secondary rate for care
  • Average cost: $3000 – $6000/month
  • Expect annual rent increases. Care costs will increase as needs change.

Memory Care Communities

  • Meet the physical and social needs of those with Dementia and Alzheimers
  • 24-hour care with medication management
  • Secure settings as needed to provide safety from wandering
  • Meals, laundry, and transportation
  • Onsite and offsite activities
  • Semi-private or private accommodations
  • One rate for apartment and secondary rate for care
  • Average cost: $4000 – $7000/month
  • Expect annual rent increases. Care costs will increase as needs change.

In-Home Care

  • Bonded and licensed to provide non-medical care in the client’s home
  • Medication oversight
  • Simple companionship (playing cards, scrapbooking, organization, etc.)
  • Daily tasks (food shopping, doctor appointments, etc.)
  • Physical care (Bathing, dressing, personal hygiene care, etc.)
  • Average cost: $30/hour

Residential Care Homes

  • Licensed, private care homes serving 4 – 6 residents w/24-hour care
  • Ideally suited for those on fixed budgets or those with significant physical assistance needs
  • Meals, laundry, and limited activities
  • Semi-private or private accommodations
  • Average cost: $3000 – $5000/month inclusive of all care levels
  • Annual increases are rare, and generally based on significant changes in care levels only