6 facilities at some of the lower price points in LA County. Safety scores are about average for the area.
A mix of large communities and smaller homes. San Bernardino has 6 licensed facilities. 2 are larger communities with 50+ beds, which typically offer more structured programming, dining options, and round-the-clock staffing. There are also 2 smaller residential homes if you prefer a quieter, more personal setting. The remaining 2 fall in between.
Expect to pay around $4,594/mo. That's roughly 13% less than the county average, making this one of the more affordable areas to look. Prices range from $3,985 up to $4,840 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 4 of 6 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in San Bernardino is 7.7 out of 10. That's about average for LA County. Some facilities here have excellent records and others don't, so check individual scores before you visit. Our scores come from real California state inspection data, not self-reported reviews.
A few things that might narrow your search. 33% of facilities accept Medi-Cal through the ALW program, which is better than most areas. If you need memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, know that only 1 facility here offers it.
Start by comparing facilities on what actually matters: safety record, pricing, care types, and size. We list all 6 licensed assisted living facilities in San Bernardino with their FYI Safety Scores, drawn from California state inspection data, plus any verified pricing, so you can narrow the list before you ever pick up the phone. Many placement services are paid referral agents who only show you facilities that pay them. Here you can compare every licensed option directly.
Compared with most of California, San Bernardino is more affordable. The average here is $4,594/mo, about 13% less than the typical California city we track. Prices still vary a lot depending on the facility and level of care.
Safety varies a lot by facility. Of the 6 facilities in San Bernardino with a FYI Safety Score, 3 land in the Good or Excellent range and 0 fall into the Poor or Severe range. Across the 6 facilities with an inspection record, 50% have zero substantiated complaints. These scores come from California state inspection data, not online reviews, so they reflect what regulators actually documented.
Miriam'S Homecare currently has the highest safety score in San Bernardino at 8.1 out of 10. These scores are based on real state inspection data, not online reviews. We'd recommend checking individual scores for any facility you're considering, since they can vary a lot even within the same city.
Among our top-rated facilities, Miriam'S Homecare starts at $3,985/mo, and it has a safety score of 8.1. Across all 6 facilities in the area, published prices range from $3,985 to $4,840/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
33% of facilities in San Bernardino participate in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program, which is California's way of covering assisted living costs through Medi-Cal. Eligibility requirements can be strict, so it's worth calling ahead to ask about availability and waitlists.
Yes, 1 facility in San Bernardino offers specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.
