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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Alameda County, CA
Assisted living costs in Alameda County average about $4,930 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 69 communities in Alameda County. Our detailed directory has 627 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Aegis Gardens in Fremont, California, our focus on Chinese culture is reflected in everything we do. Our retirement community is designed to be warm and inviting with thoughtfully-designed architecture and interiors, exceptional menus, enticing activities, and caring Chinese-speaking staff....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Muriel's Residential Facility II is a senior care home located in the beautiful Fremont, California, located in Alameda County. We are purposefully positioned in a geographical area that has a friendly neighborhood and tranquil environment that is suitable for seniors. In that case, you can...
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We are so happy with the care our dad is getting at Muriel's. <br />The staff is very kind and caring with our dad.<br />They have meet all of his needs. Very welcoming to all his friends and family. <br...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Muriel's Residential Facility is a residential care home located in the great city of Fremont, California, in Alameda County. Our residence is constructed in a strategic location to make life easy and fun for our seniors. The weather conditions in this location are very favorable and help ensure...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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We chose this community because it was what my uncle wanted to do. The staff is very accommodating and caring they seem to have a passion for what they do. The staff really made this community what it is....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
If you live in the Fremont, California area and you are looking for a senior living facility for your loved one, Golden Home II is the perfect option. We are dedicated to giving our residents a home that they can call their own. Our assisted living facility offers residential options for senior...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Diana's Care Home is an assisted living community in Hayward, an east bay suburban region of the San Francisco Bay area. With just over 150,000 people, Hayward is the sixth largest city in the bay area. Hayward has its own executive airport and knows how to entertain its visitors with broad...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waters Edge Lodge is family owned and operated Assisted Living and Senior Living community nestled in a unique and peaceful setting on the lagoon of Harbor Bay. The Lodge is part of AEC Living, which has cared for seniors for over 50 years in Alameda and the East Bay.Our apartments provide a warm...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Gold Age Channing is a retirement home located in Alameda, California. This retirement home is focused on providing its residents with a calm, tranquil environment with many seniors from all walks of life. This retirement home is very flexible in terms of who they will take in, including those on...
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Golden Age Senior Living facility in Alameda, California has been a life saver for me and my Dad. My Dad needed a warm type of home setting where care takers are genuinely interested in the clients. With...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Golden Age Bayside is located on Channing Way in Alameda, California. We offer specialized senior care services for elderly patients. Our staff is also experienced and skilled to work with patients who have dementia, alzheimers, and those with Hospice needs. Our staff has been treating patients...
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The care that my loved one is receiving is good. He is getting the care that he needs, but there are not enough caregivers to take care of all of their residents. They could use and additional caregiver....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Goldencare 2 is a residential care home located in Alameda, CA, providing Alzheimer's Care and Assisted Living to non-aggressive residents in all stages of dementia. At Goldencare 2, your loved ones will enjoy top rate care, including: medication management, standby care for transfers, diet...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Located in the beautiful Sweet Road of Alameda County of California, Golden Age of Sweet Road is an assisted home and living facility for elderly members of the society. The management of this senior care service specializes in the care of old people who are sick due to their old age and cannot...
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My mom has worsening dementia, but is generally fairly polite. She's also pretty wily, and can lure you into a false sense of security. The staff at Sunset Home are very loving.awareand very patient
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Sunset Home for the Elderly is a lovely care facility that is located in Alameda, San Francisco California. This area is noted for its beautiful Victorian homes and is near a beautiful beach and shopping center. We, at Sunset home for the Elderly, enjoy helping those who need a secure, caring and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Bay Harbour Care Home provides 24 Hour Assisted Care for Elderly People 60 Years & Older. We offer excellent care at a price that is competitive and reasonable. Our facility is the right size to give the individual care and attention that you want for your loved one. Bay Harbour...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of assisted living in Alameda County, CA
The average cost of senior living in Alameda County is $4,930 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clayton, CA with an average of $4,414 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alameda County, CA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alameda County, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alameda County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Alameda County, CA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Alameda County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alameda County, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Alameda County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Alameda County
The Commons at Dallas Ranch in Antioch, CA
5.0
I had multiple things happen to my parents at the same time which turned our family care plan upside down. Commons at Dallas Ranch worked quickly, within a matter of a few days, to help me get my dad placed in this facility. I found all the staff very compassionate, understanding, and willing to ...
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Heavenly Care LLC in Antioch, CA
5.0
Heavenly Care LLC is a kind, compassionate, comfortable environment, clean orderly, although it was hard to get through to them on the phone. Overall a nie place.
Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA
5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .
Alameda County review score based on 157 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 157 reviews of 66 Alameda County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Alameda County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Alameda County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Alameda County assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 157 reviews of 66 Alameda County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alameda County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Alameda County, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
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Alameda County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alameda County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alameda County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Alameda County assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alameda County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.2%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.1%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.2%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Alameda County assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Alameda County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.6%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.3%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.1%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.2%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alameda County assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alameda County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.5%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.2%
13.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alameda County assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alameda County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.7%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alameda County assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alameda County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.7%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.7%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.4%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.5%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.8%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
19.7%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.9%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alameda County
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alameda County protect seniors.
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