3 facilities at some of the lower price points in LA County. Safety scores are about average for the area.
Mostly smaller, home-like settings. Tulare has 3 licensed assisted living facilities. The majority (2) are residential care homes with 6 beds or fewer, so if you're looking for something intimate where your parent isn't one of dozens of residents, you'll have options. There are also 1 larger community with 50+ beds if you prefer structured activities, on-site dining, and more staff on hand.
Expect to pay around $3,279/mo. That's roughly 30% less than the county average, making this one of the more affordable areas to look. Prices range from $3,077 up to $3,520 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 3 of 3 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Tulare is 7.9 out of 9.9. That's below the county average of 8.5, so take extra time reviewing individual facility scores before visiting. Some places here have rougher inspection histories than others. Our scores come from real California state inspection data, not self-reported reviews.
A few things that might narrow your search. None of the facilities here currently accept Medi-Cal, so you'll need to look at neighboring cities if that's a factor.
Compared to most of LA County, Tulare is actually more affordable. The average here is $3,279/mo, about 30% less than the county average. That said, prices vary a lot depending on the facility and level of care.
Unfortunately, none of the facilities we track in Tulare currently participate in the ALW program. That can change, so it's worth calling facilities directly. You might also look at neighboring cities where Medi-Cal acceptance is more common.