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Yreka, California, is the seat of Siskiyou County, about 30 minutes south of the Oregon border. Seniors comprise 22.2% of its 7,800 residents, which is above the national average of 16.8%. There are several reasons so many seniors make Yreka their home, such as its low average cost of living, numerous restaurants and coffee shops and the beautiful unspoiled landscape that surrounds it. The city is beside I-5, reducing journey times to Oregon's and California's major cities. Fairchild Medical Center is the local hospital, while Fairchild Medical Clinic handles primary and specialty care.
There are four assisted living facilities in and around Yreka, each providing round-the-clock care for seniors who need help with activities of daily living. They also provide homelike environments where residents can socialize together and enjoy a wealth of amenities, such as spiritual services, arts and crafts, day trips and private rooms. The median monthly assisted living fee in Yreka is $4,640, which is above the national average but below California's norm.
Yreka has a SeniorScore of 60, which is below the state and national averages of 71 and 72, respectively. The score reflects the city's overall performance after 100+ variables important to the quality of life were evaluated. However, this doesn't mean Yreka is not for seniors. For example, cities with more health care choices than rural ones like Yreka gain extra points, but Yreka's high percentage of seniors suggests its rurality is precisely what they love about the city.
The General Quality of Life category scores the highest individual points, at 69. Chilly winters, pleasantly warm summers and the sparse population with reduced commute times and noise pollution all lend to the comfort and livability score. In the Recreation and Leisure category, Yreka scores 56 points despite the city not having a movie theater. These points come from Yreka having several health clubs and five golf courses, giving seniors plenty of opportunities to enjoy themselves while maintaining their fitness. There are also two churches, a beautiful park, a mall and several grocery stores.
The Health and Safety category's 49 points come from the city having one hospital and an average number of physicians registered to treat Medicare beneficiaries. There are also a low number of fire stations and crime rates are high, although license conditions covering fire safety and resident security make these less of an issue for seniors in assisted living. At 42, the Finances category scores the least points. This is primarily due to high city sales and state income taxes, much of which can be offset by Yreka's below-average assisted living fees.
The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.
Although in different states, only an hour separates Yreka and Medford, Oregon, so the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey merges the assisted living costs data of both, finding a median of $4,640 per month. This is above the U.S. average of $4,500 — which isn't unusual in California — but is significantly below the state average of $5,250. Calculated annually, this means the typical senior in Yreka saves $7,320 in assisted living fees when compared to the typical Californian.
With its median fee of $4,640 per month, seniors in Yreka typically spend less on assisted living than their peers elsewhere in California. Redding ($4,450), Riverside ($4,000), and Visalia ($3,450) are exceptions. It's more common to find higher median fees, such as Chico's $5,106 and Sacramento's $5,225. Typically, its coastal cities charge the most, such as San Diego, at $5,475, but this isn't a rule. For example, California's highest median fee is $7,048, which is found in the wine-making region centered on Santa Rosa.
Note: Data for Yreka was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Medford, Oregon, was used instead.
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Area 2 Area Agency on Aging The agency provides numerous services to enhance Yreka's older residents' quality of life. Although most services help seniors remain independent at home, some also aid those in assisted living. These include preventing elder abuse, arranging transportation for medical appointments and providing information about other low-cost senior-friendly resources in the area not offered by the agency. 208 West Center Street, Yreka, CA 96097 |
Siskiyou County Veterans' Services Siskiyou County Veterans' Services office is an advocate for those who served, surviving spouses and the children of veterans. Its officers can help them access the local, state and federal benefits they're entitled to, as well as some military supports, such as VA Aid and Attendance. They can also help with burial benefits and disability compensation claims. 105 East Oberlin Road, Yreka, CA 96097 |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a state-sponsored support for residents of licensed care facilities, including assisted living. The ombudsman can educate residents about their rights and investigate complaints they may have about their care, ensuring their anonymity as much as possible. The program's ombudsmen negotiate resolutions with care providers but will escalate more serious complaints. 1647 Hartnell Avenue, Suite 13, Redding, CA 96002 |
Assistive Technology Equipment Loans Supported by state and federal funding, Ability Tools specializes in helping Californians access assistive technologies that improve their quality of life. Although some services incur costs, the organization also operates an online database where Yreka seniors can source free or low-cost assistive technologies for up to five weeks. These include devices aiding mobility, hearing and vision. 1000 G Street, #100, Sacramento, CA 95814 |
Madrone Senior Services Madrone Senior Services operates several support programs to aid Yreka's older residents. They include managing numerous senior-friendly activities in the community center, such as pinochle, tai chi and line dancing. The agency also has a transportation service that seniors can use for shopping trips, medical appointments and visits to the senior center. 255 Collier Circle, Yreka, CA 96097 |
Legal Services of Northern California Serving Siskiyous County from its Redding offices, Legal Services of Northern California is a nonprofit law firm dedicated to helping those who cannot afford a lawyer. It specializes in civil law only, so it can't help in criminal cases. However, its scope is wide, including matters involving health care and Social Security and issues related to Covid-19. 1370 West Street, Redding, CA 96001 |
College of the Siskiyous College of the Siskiyous - Yreka Campus offers numerous opportunities for seniors to continue their education, with many courses specifically designed for older adults. Subjects cover a wide range of areas, including theater, dance, business, entrepreneurship and computing. The college's staff can offer face-to-face and distance support to those who need financial aid to cover their costs. 2001 Campus Drive, Yreka, CA 96097 |
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