It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Pumpkin Rock in Norco, CA gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Norco, CA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“I can’t say enough great things about Always Best Care Senior Services! We used them to help move my aunt from Boston to Phoenix, and I literally couldn’t have done it without them. From my first interaction with Ron to set things up to Kingsley helping (that word doesn’t begin to describe his patience and calmness) to the most amazing caregiver I’ve ever encountered, Sarah, they handled her every need while also ensuring me it would all be okay. Another passenger on the plane even commented how amazing Sarah was with my aunt! They were truly Heaven sent, and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone for any health care they provide!”
“Getting to know Becky and staff I have learned to trust their deep concern for the people they care for, as well as the depth of knowledge that Always Best brings with them. Their thoroughness is their hallmark!”
“I am a current client of this provider I can’t say enough great things about Always Best Care Senior Services! We used them to help move my aunt from Boston to Phoenix, and I literally couldn’t have done it without them. From my first interaction with Ron to set things up to Kingsley helping (that word doesn’t begin to describe his patience and calmness) to the most amazing caregiver I’ve ever encountered, Sarah, they handled her every need while also ensuring me it would all be okay. Another passenger on the plane even commented how amazing Sarah was with my aunt! They were truly amazing, and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone for any health care they provide!”
“It was Christmas day when my In laws had fallen and both were in the hospital. There was alot on problems with their care and services available but the one thing the hospital did right was by giving us Always Best Care. Stephanie DeMartile let me know what the costs and options were available. She made all the calls to find a care home that was affordable clean and could accommodate a couple. . She took a huge weight off my shoulders. Her service was the best, other services just gave me places to call. Thank you!”
“I have been a caregiver for this company for 8 years plus. The office staff are incredible and the caregivers pour their whole hearts into caring for others. We're all very passionate about what we do and take so much pride in that. Love my company and highly recommend for any of your needs rather that be needing care or wanting to become a caregiver”
“I have to brag on Stephen and the Always Best Care team. They are always out in the community lending a helping hand and giving back. That is so important for a company to do when they're trying to build trust. I really appreciate Stephens kind and caring nature especially when it comes to those that need his assistance. Thank you ABC keep up the good work!”
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“Their caregivers are not only skilled and reliable but also genuinely caring and compassionate. The administrative staff is also very helpful and responsive to any questions or concerns. I highly recommend Always Best Care Seniors Services to anyone in need of professional caregiving services.”
“Always Best Care was very knowledgeable and compassionate to my families needs. With their assistance and guidance we were able to provide my family with much needed home and respite care. They were also able to work with my family to find ways to defray the costs. The home health aids are wonderful. They provide a high level of professional service as well as companionship for my family.”
“Other Navigation through the process of finding a Memory Care Facility for my husband. The Owner. Met with my daughter and me. We included my husband. Right away we could hear see and feel this man's compassionate heart. He cared for his own aging family members and can relate. He personally called to check in with us despite the fact that we needed a facility and not home care. Taking it one step further he went on tours with us and we discussed pros and cons without his bias of one over another. Once our loved one was placed this gentleman continued advising at our initiation of calls. He never failed to call back. Highly recommend this man.”
“This company was a huge blessing for our family. They were extremely easy to work with, even with very short notice. They met every need we had. The care my father received was excellent. Karalyn in the early days was such a fun person and my dad looked forward to her coming. As my dad needed more care they were able to meet those needs usually within hours. Dad had excellent care with Shannon, Robert, Genesis. They became like family . Dad was eager to have them there and they engaged him in things he enjoyed doing. The team you text with short notice needs were respectful and helpful with every request. And our care coordinator Jan would stop by and visit dad ,and make sure all his care was working smoothly which was so appreciated .This company is reliable, professional, and I would highly recommend them to anyone that needs home care.”
“I am a past client of this provider ALWAYS BEST CARE was a huge blessing for our family. They were extremely easy to work with, even with very short notice. They met every need we had. The care my father received was excellent. Karalyn in the early days was such a fun person and my dad looked forward to her coming. As my dad needed more care they were able to meet those needs usually within hours. Dad had excellent care with Shannon, Robert, Genesis. They became like family . Dad was eager to have them there and they engaged him in things he enjoyed doing. The team you text with short notice needs were respectful and helpful with every request. And our care coordinator Jan would stop by and visit dad ,and make sure all his care was working smoothly which was so appreciated .This company is reliable, professional, and I would highly recommend them to anyone that needs home care.”
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“Always Best Care has been helping my 94 year old Mother very much! The Caregivers are wonderful and helpful and willing to go the extra mile. I am so happy to have their team a part of our lives! Thank you!”
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“Everyone at Always Best Care are so friendly and helpful. We can tell that they genuinely care about us and our needs.”
“My highest recommendation for Always Best Care. They took great 24/7 care of my mother for five years. The PCAs were caring and skilled and developed great relationships with my mother.”
“I cannot say enough positive things about this company. Becky and John have been incredibly helpful in helping me and my family understand the struggles and challenges of my elderly relative. With their guidance we have been able to speak with our beloved aunt and help her understand all of her choices and chose what is best for her. It's so important to have people who really understand the ins and outs of aging in place versus aging in a community. I highly recommend calling Always Best Care Senior Services if you really want to help the elderly loved ones in your life.”
“Always Best Care helped us navigate through a rough time. We are grateful for their knowledge, care, and professionalism.”
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“Always Best Care Senior Services was top notch from the RN caseworker to the aides. We used them for our 90 year-old parents for some respite care.”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Pikes Peak Park in Norco, CA with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local The Toasted Barrel or visit Jensen Alvarado Historic Ranch and Museum, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Norco, CA, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Norco, CA understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Norco, CA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties.The typical home value in the United States was $369,678 in August, 1.3% higher than the year before.Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some areas are still seeing price jumps compared to the year before.Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive ...
The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties.
The typical home value in the United States was $369,678 in August, 1.3% higher than the year before.
Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some areas are still seeing price jumps compared to the year before.
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro area using data from Zillow. Charts show the monthly typical home value since January 2018.
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- 1-year price change: +$4,656 (+0.9%)- 5-year price change: +$100,990 (+25.6%)- Typical home value: $495,001 (#44 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$4,741 (+1.5%)- 5-year price change: +$23,664 (+7.8%)- Typical home value: $328,305 (#74 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$4,909 (+0.8%)- 5-year price change: +$84,601 (+16.8%)- Typical home value: $587,277 (#25 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$4,965 (+0.9%)- 5-year price change: +$94,766 (+21.1%)- Typical home value: $543,032 (#36 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$5,003 (+1.2%)- 5-year price change: +$65,191 (+17.7%)- Typical home value: $433,365 (#56 most expensive city in metro)
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- 1-year price change: +$5,401 (+2.1%)- 5-year price change: +$17,381 (+7.1%)- Typical home value: $260,731 (#81 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$5,683 (+1.0%)- 5-year price change: +$88,739 (+18.3%)- Typical home value: $572,711 (#30 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$5,770 (+1.0%)- 5-year price change: +$66,170 (+13.2%)- Typical home value: $568,941 (#31 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$5,826 (+1.7%)- 5-year price change: $-18,871 (-5.2%)- Typical home value: $346,012 (#71 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$6,196 (+1.1%)- 5-year price change: +$103,225 (+22.2%)- Typical home value: $567,890 (#32 most expensive city in metro)
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- 1-year price change: +$6,485 (+1.4%)- 5-year price change: +$63,607 (+15.8%)- Typical home value: $466,575 (#48 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$6,681 (+1.7%)- 5-year price change: +$82,704 (+26.3%)- Typical home value: $397,567 (#61 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$7,021 (+0.8%)- 5-year price change: +$173,213 (+22.9%)- Typical home value: $930,341 (#3 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$7,198 (+1.9%)- 5-year price change: +$68,038 (+21.0%)- Typical home value: $391,601 (#62 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$7,378 (+1.2%)- 5-year price change: +$100,481 (+18.8%)- Typical home value: $635,663 (#21 most expensive city in metro)
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- 1-year price change: +$7,438 (+5.3%)- 5-year price change: $-22,332 (-13.1%)- Typical home value: $148,376 (#89 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$7,876 (+1.0%)- 5-year price change: +$131,787 (+19.3%)- Typical home value: $815,032 (#6 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$7,979 (+1.8%)- 5-year price change: +$82,635 (+21.8%)- Typical home value: $462,029 (#50 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$8,073 (+1.4%)- 5-year price change: +$110,770 (+23.1%)- Typical home value: $589,453 (#24 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$8,653 (+1.6%)- 5-year price change: +$95,595 (+21.5%)- Typical home value: $539,248 (#37 most expensive city in metro)
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- 1-year price change: +$9,580 (+2.0%)- 5-year price change: +$109,376 (+28.6%)- Typical home value: $492,161 (#45 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$9,964 (+2.2%)- 5-year price change: +$88,095 (+23.7%)- Typical home value: $460,316 (#51 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$10,393 (+1.7%)- 5-year price change: +$111,138 (+21.1%)- Typical home value: $639,052 (#20 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$11,281 (+2.0%)- 5-year price change: +$94,469 (+19.7%)- Typical home value: $573,373 (#29 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$11,801 (+1.8%)- 5-year price change: +$124,187 (+22.5%)- Typical home value: $675,290 (#14 most expensive city in metro)
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- 1-year price change: +$11,981 (+1.7%)- 5-year price change: +$89,428 (+14.6%)- Typical home value: $701,056 (#12 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$15,130 (+1.6%)- 5-year price change: +$221,979 (+29.6%)- Typical home value: $972,593 (#2 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$15,817 (+9.1%)- 5-year price change: $-85,912 (-31.2%)- Typical home value: $189,697 (#86 most expensive city in metro)
- 1-year price change: +$33,015 (+3.7%)- 5-year price change: +$203,130 (+28.3%)- Typical home value: $919,926 (#4 most expensive city in metro)
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For decades, the California Rehabilitation Center (CRC) in Norco has been known for its deplorable conditions: extreme heat, pest infestations, unreliable programming, and water so unsafe that guards refuse to drink it. As residents of CRC, we experienced these conditions firsthand. So we celebrated when the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) announced in August 2025 that CRC had been named for closure. Almost one year later, as of July 29, 2026, CRC has officially been emptied. Today, the empty prison remains in “warm shutdown” mode, costing the state hundreds of millions of dollars.
The announcement of CRC Norco’s closure was a testament to years of community advocacy to reduce the imprisoned population, expose systemic issues in CRC that are reflective of those throughout the prison system, and highlight possibilities for non-carceral reinvestment in California’s Riverside County. Imprisoned people, loved ones, and advocates had exposed the toxicity in CRC for decades — leading to the prison being marked for closure in 2012 by the CDCR under then-Gov. Jerry Brown. In 2021, Californians United for a Responsible Budget (CURB) named CRC Norco as the top state prison to close based on a survey of more than 2,000 imprisoned people. We connected with CURB in 2024 to share testimony about CRC’s horrific conditions and failing infrastructure.
There is much to learn from looking back at CRC’s closure process. During its closure, imprisoned people in CRC Norco have been subjected to a gauntlet of unnecessary burdens and persecution, similar to those endured in prior closures. California needs to close more prisons — they cause more harm than they address while draining billions of dollars in resources from the communities that need them most. But we also can’t let the CDCR use closures as an excuse to punish imprisoned people with tumultuous transfers, denial of food and medicine, restricted access to rehabilitative programming, and retaliation. Releases, not chaotic transfers, must be the center of any future closure plan.
As CRC emptied out, one of us stayed behind while the other was transferred to another prison. From both sides of the closure process, we have seen the same pattern of preventable harm.
For those who remained inside CRC during the closure process, including college students finishing classes at Norco College or UC Riverside’s prison education program, conditions rapidly worsened. After the announcement of CRC’s closure, we were moved to the “punishment dorm,” where roughly 200 people were packed together with only six small tables for studying. We endured barely functioning sinks and showers, cockroach infestations, and unbearable heat with no working swamp coolers or ventilation. These conditions served no legitimate purpose and disrupted those trying to study, participate in programs, and cope with institutional stress.
In May 2026, those who remained saw their already child-sized meal portions cut in half because CDCR allegedly failed to order enough food to sustain us during the closure process. First, the eggs disappeared from breakfast trays, leaving empty compartments. Was this a mistake, or another CDCR policy that rewards neglect? The answer became clear when portions were reduced again, leaving us hungry and undernourished.
Accustomed to operating with little scrutiny, CDCR bristled when we sought support from our loved ones about the food shortage. At first, administrators denied the problem, then threatened us, demanding we “stop calling our people and complaining.”
Later that month, correctional officers forced last-minute housing changes in the middle of the night, pushing dorms beyond mandated capacity limits and making already unsafe conditions worse. The roughly 400 people who remained in CRC at the time were packed 80 to a dorm designed for 60. These conditions were compounded by rising temperatures and recent fires that filled the air with asbestos-contaminated smoke.
For others, the transfer process carried its own set of abuses.
Calls for transfer came with no warning, and often in the middle of the night. This is standard protocol, as exhaustion is meant to disorient us. Caffeine and nerves had us trembling as we marched to the transfer cages. We waited in that cramped concrete box until 7:45 a.m. with nothing to eat but a single PB&J. After hours on a prison bus, shackled at the waist, ankles, and wrists, the same snack was provided again while we waited at the receiving institution. These are the conditions of transfer: hunger, exhaustion, and nagging uncertainty — all used to mentally subdue us.
Some of us left CRC on December 22, 2025, and were transferred to California State Prison in Lancaster (CSP-LA). A handful of us arrived without our property. After watching others receive their personal items, we were told that ours were never loaded onto the bus.
During transfers, some wait weeks for belongings, and others never receive them. A person’s property can disappear without a trace, with no consequences for staff involved. To make matters worse, CSP-LA was in no hurry to issue state clothing. With only one outfit and no winter apparel, those of us without clothes went freezing in our cells with no food, hygiene products, and nothing to do but think and wait.
It took weeks for some of us to receive our property, and even longer to get our state-issued tablets, which are used for phone calls and text messages. During those weeks without them, guards barely let us out to use the phones. When they did, the process was not set up to guarantee access, making it nearly impossible to contact our loved ones. Days went by waiting in phone lines, only to be forced back into our cells, sometimes without even the means to send a letter.
These harms are not an inevitable part of the prison closure process. Instead of addressing preventable problems, CDCR has used transfers, overcrowding, and long program waitlists to argue for preserving and expanding corrections budgets, even as incarcerated populations decline. The most insidious part: CDCR uses the allure of initiatives that, in reality, mask the harms of incarceration by building “kinder, gentler cages” to justify its power grabs, convincing lawmakers that spending billions on newer prisons and other gimmicks are somehow the antidote to the devastation that prisons cause in the first place. Reducing reliance on a toxic prison system and preventing harm are not at odds; in fact, they must go hand in hand.
The state can take concrete steps to mitigate harm, the clearest being prioritization of releases over transfers in closure plans. One way to do this is by evaluating people for resentencing eligibility when a prison gets named for closure. On average, it costs at least $128,000 annually to imprison one person, with additional resources being spent on the transfer process. If individuals are assessed for release following a closure announcement, the transfer process could be avoided altogether and eligible individuals can return home.
In cases where release does not happen, imprisoned people should be given meaningful choice in the transfer process. Their needs, including proximity to loved ones, health care, continuation of programming, and completion of programming scheduled to finish before closure, should be honored.
Rushed transfers are preventable — and a product of CDCR’s own making. By labeling closure-related transfers “emergencies,” CDCR circumvents laws designed to reduce involuntary and adverse transfers. CRC Norco was not scheduled to close until the fall of 2026; had CDCR followed that timeline, more of us could have had our family and programming needs met. Instead, many have spent over two months without timely hearings. Within this period, our family visitation was severely limited and we were barred access to programming, education, employment opportunities, yard, religious services, the library, and even purchasing basic hygiene and food items.
The suffering unfolding at CRC and in the transfer process is not a necessary part of closure. These are choices made by CDCR and CRC staff. As CDCR continues to push prison expansion, California can and should remain focused on closing more prisons without the abuse. Future plans should center releases over transfers so closure meaningfully reduces the human cost of incarceration.
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