WHITTIER is a Region located in CA (Los Angeles County), and has a population of 84,038. This region is policed by WHITTIER POLICE DEPARTMENT. WHITTIER has an overall crime rate of 3,624.55 per 100,000 residents. This is moderately safer than the rest of the United States, but still about average.
Medicaid covers medical benefits for low income citizens with few assets. There is no rule that requires Medicaid to pay for assisted living. Many states will allow partial payment but not room and board. Over 40 states permit some type of funding for assisted living but it varies greatly.
Using personal income or savings to pay for assisted living is the simplest route. But in this trying economic climate, $3,823 or more is beyond what many seniors can afford. If your loved one has long-term care insurance, in most cases it covers assisted living, although it depends on specifics of the policy.