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Assisted Living in Madera, CA

Madera is a small city just 22 miles from Fresno. It has a population of just under 68,000 people, 8.9% of whom are seniors over 65. This is low compared to the national average of 16.8%. Madera is a young city as nearly a third of its population is under 18. However, it’s a good place for seniors to live with a cost of living that’s well below the California average. Health care access is good. The local not-for-profit Madera Community Hospital is centrally located and offers 106 beds as well as excellent diagnostic facilities. Avalon Health Care provides rehabilitation and post-acute care in the city.

Assisted living facilities support seniors who need medical or personal help at various levels in shared quarters or private apartments. Assisted living facilities allow seniors to live as independently as possible in a homelike environment with staff to support their needs. Seniors in Madera pay an average of $3,828 per month for assisted living, around $1,400 less than the California average.

This guide will introduce you to the basic details of assisted living, its costs and other free resources available to seniors in Madera.

1 Assisted Living communities in Madera, CA | 3 nearby communities

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1. Cogir of Cedar Creek

500 N Westberry Blvd, Madera, CA, 93637

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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3 matching communities nearby Madera

1. Oakmont of Fresno

5605 N. Gates Ave., Fresno, CA, 93722

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Kingston Bay

6161 W Spruce Ave, Fresno, CA, 93722

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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Golden Garden Care, Fresno, CA

3. Golden Garden Care

5738 N. Lola Ave., Fresno, CA, 93722

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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What is Assisted Living?

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 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Madera

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.

Paying For Assisted Living in Madera

The cost of assisted living in Madera averages at $3,828 per month, but this varies depending on services, amenities and location.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Madera

At $3,828 per month, the cost of assisted living in Madera is $672 lower than the national average but $1,422 cheaper than the average for California.

$3828

Madera

$5250

California

$4500

The United States

Madera is less expensive than most of California’s biggest cities when it comes to assisted living except for Bakersfield, which is just $78 cheaper. The cities of San Francisco and Oakland are much more expensive for assisted living with costs in both averaging $2,491 more than Madera. Fresno is slightly more expensive than Madera at $3,900. Los Angeles, San Diego and Sacramento are all close to the statewide average in the $5,000-$6,000 range.

$3828

Madera

$5250

Los Angeles

$5475

San Diego

$6000

San Jose

$6319

San Francisco

$3900

Fresno

$5225

Sacramento

$6319

Oakland

$3750

Bakersfield

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Madera

More ways to pay for assisted living in California

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in California.

Madera Assisted Living Resources

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Fresno-Madera Agency on Aging(559)-214-0299
The Fresno-Madera Agency on Aging provides resources to “maintain and improve your quality of life as you age.” This includes home-delivered meals for those who are homebound, help accessing Medicare and a Family Caregiver Support Program. It also provides advice on helping seniors remain in their homes and prepare for extreme weather.

California Rural Legal Assistance
(559) 674-5671California Rural Legal Assistance provides free legal aid to low-income residents of California’s rural areas and small cities, such as Madera. This can include low-income seniors. It offers free advice on housing issues, community equity and LGBTQ+ issues.
Frank Bergon Senior Center
(559) 673-4293

The Frank Bergon Senior Center is operated by the City of Medina and offers a huge range of free senior services. There’s a lending library, volunteer program, health and fitness initiatives, daily bingo and much more. In addition to meals, there’s a monthly dance evening with a DJ and ballroom dancing.

Pan-American Community Center
(559) 675-2095
The Pan-American Community Center is operated by the City of Medina and offers many of the same drop-in services as the Frank Bergon Senior Center. This includes daily bingo and a Senior Nutrition Program, but there’s also karaoke, walking and exercise programs, a computer lab, cards and games.

Madera Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Madera 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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in California