All About Assisted Living in California

Should you choose assisted living care?

Figuring out the level of attention you or your loved one needs is an important first step. If you’re searching for further assistance as you grow older but still desire to maintain a degree of self-reliance, an assisted living community may well be a great option for you. Assisted living communities offer a fantastic support system for aging adults that happen to be trying to find a lot more than quick in-home services. If assisted living is right for you, learn all you can about each provider and the care services they supply. All certified health care providers must meet rules and regulations laid out by the state however supplemental care services and amenities will change from service provider to provider.

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What should you expect from an assisted living provider in California?

California regulators stop by licensed care providers regularly to ensure that assisted living facilities offer seniors with certain care services. Residents should expect to see these kinds of care services and more at each licensed care community:

  • Wellness Programs
  • Dining Services and Meal Prep
  • Nursing Staff Care
  • Transportation Services
  • Exercise and Social Activities

What is the average cost of assisted living in California?

The average cost of assisted living services in California is $4,500 per month based on Genworth’s 2018 cost of care survey. That is slightly above the national average in the US that was reported at $4,000 per month. The metropolitan areas that revealed some of the more expensive costs of care included San Francisco, Santa Maria, Salinas and Napa whereas larger cities like Los Angeles and San Diego were closer to the average of the state.

Find more information on state licensing for senior communities in California with New LifeStyles.

Learn more about Assisted Living in the Top Cities in California

San Diego, North County, South County, Escondido, Carlsbad

Orange County, Newport Beach, Anaheim, Coastal Orange County, Costa Mesa

San Francisco, San Jose, Bay Area Peninsula, East Bay, North Bay

Los Angeles, South Bay, West Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley, Pasadena

Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, Central Coast

Fresno, Bakersfield, Visalia

Sacramento, Roseville, Modesto, Stockton

Lake Forest, Hemet

Top Assisted Living, Assisted Living Residence, Basic Care Facilities, Housing with Services, Supported Living Communities in ca

Los Angeles Jewish Health

7150 Tampa Avenue
Reseda, CA 91335

Since 1912, Los Angeles Jewish Health has set the standard for quality senior care. Today’s Home is both a leading provider of senior healthcare services for the community and a...

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Baywood Court

21966 Dolores St
Castro Valley, CA 94546

Our assisted living program provides care for residents’ activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming. We provide medication management and accommodate special diets as recommended by the...

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Ivy Park At Cathedral Hill

1550 Sutter St
San Francisco, CA 94109

Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill is a senior living community set on a beautiful campus in downtown San Francisco. Residents live their best lives with a wide range of services...

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ActivCare Bressi Ranch

6255 Nygaard Street
Carlsbad, CA 92009

Nestled in a charming residential neighborhood near shops and across from a grand park, ActivCare Bressi Ranch is a specialized memory care community. Three levels of memory care are offered...

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ActivCare Brittany House

5401 E Centralia St
Long Beach, CA 90808

ActivCare Brittany House is a specialized residential memory care community offering our innovative and proven way to care for those with memory loss and dementia. The ActivCare program incorporates engaging...

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ActivCare Rolling Hills Ranch

850 Duncan Ranch Road
Chula Vista, CA 91914

Adjacent to a lush park, ActivCare Rolling Hills Ranch is a specialized memory care community designed exclusively for those with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. This vibrant community offers engaging activities...

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Atherton Baptist Homes

214 S Atlantic Blvd
Alhambra, CA 91801

Atherton is a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering four various levels of care. When assisted living is required, Atherton offers residents freedom from the day-to-day chores necessary to run a...

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Carlton Senior Living

1000 E 14th St
San Leandro, CA 94577

Are your parents truly independent and able to care for themselves? Are they able to drive? Do they remember to take their medications on time and in the right amounts?...

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Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch

4490 Mesa Drive
Oceanside, CA 92056

You’ll feel the positive energy the moment you step into our lobby at Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch. North County’s most prestigious retirement community with resort style apartment living, elegant restaurant...

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Fremont Hills

35490 Mission Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Fremont Hills, located in Fremont, CA is a retirement community offering boutique-style Assisted Living and Memory Care on an intimate senior campus. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown...

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Seacrest Village at Encinitas

211 Saxony Rd
Encinitas, CA 92024

This award-winning assisted living community features 40 beautifully appointed private apartments in a unique “neighborhood” design. A variety of floor plans with ocean, garden, koi pond and waterfall views are...

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Sierra Pointe

5161 Foothills Blvd
Roseville, CA 95747

Sierra Pointe’s beautiful studio, one- and two-bedroom residences offer Independent Living and Assisted Living. With convenient access to shopping, entertainment, hospital and medical services, as well as easy connection to Sacramento...

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Sungarden Terrace

2045 Skyline Dr
Lemon Grove, CA 91945

Sungarden Terrace is a boutique community offering a home-like setting, with a compassionate and professional staff. Our person-centered approach is designed to provide care, while respecting the uniqueness of each...

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The Foothills at Simi Valley

5300 E Los Angeles Ave
Simi Valley, CA 93063

The Foothills at Simi Valley delivers beautifully crafted, personal and supportive care in spacious studio and one-bedroom residences. Residents choosing assisted living are comforted to know that should the need...

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The Pavilion at the Masonic Homes of California

34400 Mission Blvd
Union City, CA 94587

Assisted Living Care at the Pavilion provides residents with high-level assistance with day-to-day activities, such as mobility support, diabetes management, and medi­cation assistance. With care options available for every level...

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The Watermark at Rosewood Gardens

35 Fenton Street
Livermore, CA 94550

The Watermark at Rosewood Gardens, located in Livermore, California is a retirement community that offers Assisted Living and Memory Care on a comfortable senior campus notable for a high standard...

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The Watermark at San Ramon

12720 Alcosta Blvd
San Ramon, CA 94583

The Watermark at San Ramon is a retirement community offering exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care in an intimate and tranquil park-like wellness setting. Considered one of the East Bay’s...

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The Watermark by the Bay

1440 40th Street
Emeryville, CA 94608

You may think you have an idea of what an Assisted Living and Memory Care community looks like, but we’re here to challenge it. Our dynamic community located in Emeryville,...

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Vi at La Jolla Village

8515 Costa Verde Blvd
San Diego, CA 92122

Vi at La Jolla Village features a beautifully appointed on-site care center that offers assisted living, memory support and skilled nursing care, with nurses on staff 24/7. Not to mention...

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All About Seniors

1319 Maria Way
San Jose, CA 95117

Institutional setting? No thanks! Imagine instead a cozy bed and breakfast with lots of hugs, smiles and patient help with daily living activities. Clients enjoy spacious private rooms (many with private baths)...

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The Village Healthcare Center

2400 West Acacia Avenue
Hemet, CA 92545

Assisted Living is just like home at The Village. We are open to the public and offer loving, caring staff to help with personal care, medication management, and enriching activities. Our private suites...

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Artesia Christian Home

11614 East 183rd St
Artesia, CA 90701

We provide a continuum of care, offering quality services based on our vision to provide Christ-like compassionate care through tangible acts of love in all areas and stages of life....

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St Francis Assisted Care

120 Twentieth Century Blvd
Turlock, CA 95380

St. Francis Assisted Care provides a nurturing solution to families seeking long-term care for their loved ones. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding assistance in a safe, comfortable, home-like environment....

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The Grove at Cerritos

11000 New Falcon Way
Cerritos, CA 90703

The Grove features a dedicated and professional staff  available to help with daily activities and managing medications through personal and supportive care. Services can be dialed up, or back,...

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The Heights at Burbank

2721 Willow St
Burbank, CA 91505

The Heights at Burbank offers a wealth of supportive services tailored to meet your needs, now and in the future. Including help with daily activities, medication management, a licensed nurse...

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