Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities [IRFs] in California

Age Demographics for California

Why this matters?
As a state's average age increases, so do the needs of the state in regards to skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, durable medical equipment providers and anything to do with aging, in general. So we believe these values help to give a snapshot of what a state may need or soon need.

1. Persons under 5 years, percent: 6.1%
2. Persons under 18 years, percent: 22.8%
3. Persons 65 years and over, percent: 14.3%
4. Female persons, percent: 50.3%

Potential Care Challenges in California

Why this matters?
Simply put, identifying and attempting to fix actual and potential shortcomings in care and care access leads to better outcomes for everyone, patients, caretakers, and family.

1. Healthcare Access Quality: Varied access across the state, with urban areas generally having better access than rural regions.
2. Prevalent Health Conditions: Diverse health challenges, including high rates of diabetes, obesity, and mental health disorders.
3. Health Insurance Coverage Rates: Significant improvements in coverage following healthcare reforms, but disparities persist, particularly among immigrant communities.
4. Public Health Initiatives: Extensive public health campaigns on issues such as smoking cessation, HIV prevention, and nutrition.
5. Environmental Health Concerns: Concerns include air pollution in urban areas, water scarcity in some regions, and wildfire risks.
6. Healthcare Workforce Availability: Shortages of primary care providers in rural areas, particularly in the Central Valley and northern counties.