Situated between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles in California’s Ventura County, Camarillo is a quiet town surrounded by extremely productive agricultural fields. Visiting the Camarillo Farmers Market is a Saturday morning tradition in this community, and thanks to the moderate Southern California climate, fresh produce is available throughout the year. Camarillo offers warm, pleasant summers with average midsummer highs in the seventies, while winters are mild with lows in the 40s. Camarillo’s Old Town has a variety of dining, entertainment and shopping options, and golfing enthusiasts can enjoy year-round play at one of the area’s 32 golf courses.
In Camarillo, numerous assisted living facilities accommodate seniors seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle and access to personalized care services. These facilities provide housing, cleaning and maintenance services, meals and social and recreational activities. Many facilities have on-site amenities such as swimming pools, multiple dining venues and movie theaters. On average, facilities in Camarillo charge $5,750 per month for care, though rates may be higher or lower depending on on-site amenities.
This guide provides information on resources you may have that can help you pay for services along with an overview of local agencies that can help you find affordable care.
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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.
According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, Camarillo seniors in assisted living pay an estimated $5,750 per month for care.
Assisted living residents in Camarillo pay $5,750 per month for care. This is $500 more than the monthly state average of $5,250, and it exceeds the national norm of $4,500 by $1,250.
In Camarillo, assisted living facilities charge $5,750 per month for care, which is somewhat higher than care costs in other California cities. Local rates are $2,300 higher than care costs in Visalia, where seniors pay $3,450 for services, and in Riverside, rates are $1,750 lower than at $4,000. Seniors in Chico pay $5,106 for services, which provides a monthly savings of $650 over assisted living fees in Camarillo. In San Jose and Napa, care costs exceed Camarillo’s norm at $6,000 and $6,300, respectively.
Note: Data for Camarillo was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Oxnard, 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 | |
Ventura County Area Agency on Aging | (805) 477-7300 | Ventura County Area Agency on Aging acts as the county’s front line resource for those aged 60 and over and their caregivers who are seeking information and assistance about available local resources. Services include case management, emergency assistance and referrals to appropriate community services. |
Pleasant Valley Senior Center | (805) 482-1996 | Pleasant Valley Senior Center is administered by the Pleasant Valley Recreation & Park District and provides social and recreational opportunities for senior citizens. Programs and activities include card games, art and crafts, music and dancing, group outings and special events. The center is open Monday through Friday, and participants don’t need to be residents of Camarillo to join in with the fun. |
Camarillo Council on Aging | (805) 338-5397 | The Camarillo Council on Aging was formed by the Camarillo City Council for the purpose of providing area senior citizens with a collective community voice. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month with the exception of August and December to anyone interested in senior issues. Through the council, seniors are able to make recommendations about matters of concern to the senior population to appropriate agencies and organizations. |
American Legion Post 741 | (805) 482-3916 | Veterans of the U.S. armed forces and their families can receive assistance navigating the often complex process of applying for benefits from the American Legion. The organization also hosts a variety of social events for veterans and their families and offers emergency assistance, employment counseling and scholarships. |
Ventura County Public Transit for Seniors | (805) 477-7300 | Ventura County seniors can access individualized assistance navigating public transportation issues from Ventura County Public Transit for Seniors. They also offer free rides to seniors attending lunch at area senior centers, and a limited amount of free bus passes are available for low-income seniors and those with disabilities. Friends, caregivers and relatives who provide seniors with transportation to shopping or medical appointments may be able to receive mileage reimbursement through the transit system’s Volunteer Driver Program. |
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute | (805) 437-2748 (ext 2) | Adults aged 50 and over can take university-level classes through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at reduced prices. The institute is part of the California State University Channel Islands. Participants are able to enjoy learning for its own sake without having to worry about grades, preparing for a career or meeting requirements for a degree. |
Caring Transitions of Ventura County | (805) 272-0618 | Seniors who need to downsize as a prerequisite to moving to an assisted living facility can count on Caring Transitions to handle the practical details involved in making that happen. They help with estate sales, auctions, downsizing, space planning and the move itself. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Camarillo 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.