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Assisted living costs in Alamo average about $4,767 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 106 communities in Alamo. Our detailed directory has 858 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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Photo of La Costa Heights Living Care II
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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Looking back, I should have moved my mother a year ago. Within the first week of her being there, she had already made a big improvement over the home care that she was getting before. They're doing a great...
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.
Ellura Home Care Services is a private home health agency located in the gorgeous Concord, California region. Our hours of operation are 8 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday; consequently, we are closed both Saturday and Sunday. Our services are based on servant principles, in that we place the...
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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.
The Hidden Valley Care Home located in Lafayette California certainly should be the home away from home for the senior in your family. We have been in business at the same location for 10 years now, and come highly recommended by many residents and their families who chose us to help take care of...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Twilight Home 3
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
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.
Photo of Walnut Villa
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.
Photo of Golden Hills Home Care
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.
Golden Hills Home Care is committed in giving the highest quality of care, setting a standard of excellence in the residential care profession. We offer a serene and peaceful environment that fully accommodates everyone's personal needs, as well as the luxury of feeling right at your...
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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.
I have room for just six carefully selected guests. Willows Care Home is a happy place where laughter is often heard. We serve delicious meals with fresh vegetables and fruits from our own backyard. Professional quality care, 24-hr. staffing, daily housekeeping, outings, music and games of...
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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.
As a caring and loving team, we pledge to assist and encourage our residents to attain optimum function of their natural faculties for the full enjoyment of their golden years. Our ultimate goal is to become the extended family of each resident and their loved ones. Our home-like facility helps...
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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.
Bethany Home Care #2 Bethany Home Care #2 is a senior care home located in exceptionally attractive Oakland, California, in Alameda County. Our residential care home is located in serene environment with beautiful scenery in the suburbs of the city. The place has beautiful scenery which are...
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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.
BLESSING HOME is a newly remodeled single level home located on a 10,000 SF lot in the beautiful Castro Valley. There is easy access to shopping, salons, libraries, medical and dental offices, hospitals, senior center, parks and other locations for recreational and functional activities. WHO DO...
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Cost of assisted living in Alamo, CA

The average cost of senior living in Alamo is $4,767 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsburg, CA with an average of $4,548 per month.

Assisted living costs in Alamo, CA, vs. nearby cities

Alamo, CA
$4,767/mo

Assisted living costs in Alamo, CA, vs. state and national averages

Alamo, CA
$4,767/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Alamo, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,767/mo
$6,163/mo

Assisted living costs in Alamo, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,253/mo
Private
$7,250/mo
Studio
$7,041/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,676/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,403/mo

Senior living costs in Alamo vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Alamo, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlamo, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,767/mo$4,504/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$6,163/mo$5,459/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$5,471/mo$4,698/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Alamo, CA:$4,767/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Alamo, CA:$6,163/mo
California:$5,459/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Alamo, CA:$5,471/mo
California:$4,698/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Alamo, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Alamo and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Alamo, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Alamo have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Alamo, CA$6,716/mo$6,576/mo+2.1%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Alamo, CA
2024 average cost:$6,716/mo
2023 average cost:$6,576/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alamo, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Alamo.

What families are saying about assisted living in Alamo

Recent reviews for assisted living in Alamo

Goldencare 2 in Alameda, CA

5.0
I love Golden Care but having issue with A Place for Mom. Golden Care is great and I'm pleased, but I went on my own to the facility, not through A Place for Mom.

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill

5.0
I think they do a fantastic job at Carlton Senior Living! I helped find this place for a friend, and our experience has been a very good one. It's a beautiful facility, and the staff are all very kind, caring, and professional. They've got all sorts of activities, good food, and a great social ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and warm welcome received from staff at various communities. At Sunrise of Danville, caregivers are described as having long-term friendships with residents, and at Brookdale San Ramon, the sales manager goes above and beyond to help make the moving proc ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered in communities. At Atria Valley View, there is a great selection of activities and exercise every day. Brookdale Diablo Lodge mentions movie nights, music, games, and talks among the activities available to residents, while Sunrise ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on upkeep, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. Residents of Brookdale San Ramon mention the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room, while Todos Santos speaks to the well-m ...
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Comprehensive and accommodating care. Reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers, including quick and thoughtful adjustments made by staff to help make daily tasks easier and safer for residents. Families appreciate the 24/7 monitoring and care provided, such as at Tiffany Court Walnut Creek and Ivy Park at San Ramo ...
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Excellent dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Sunrise of Danville, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, while Ivy Park at San Ramon mentions the compassionate care and attention to r ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff, ensuring everyone stays informed and care needs are being met. At Atria Walnut Creek, regular meetings are held between senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
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Alamo review score based on 180 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 180 reviews of 86 Alamo assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alamo 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

Alamo review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Alamo, CA86 facilities
8.6
San Miguel, CA102 facilities
8.6
Castle Hill, CA106 facilities

Review subcategories for Alamo 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 180 reviews of 86 Alamo assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alamo 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.
Alamo, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Alamo assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alamo assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alamo, 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 Alamo 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 Alamo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alamo, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.1%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
58.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.3%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Alamo 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 Alamo Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alamo, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alamo 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 Alamo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alamo, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.9%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
24.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Alamo 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 Alamo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alamo, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
27.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alamo 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 Alamo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alamo, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
32.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
14%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alamo

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alamo protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Sunrise of Danville, Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care and La Orinda Care Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Alamo, California. See full list of communities.
There are 106 assisted living facilities near Alamo, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Alamo, California are Sunrise of Danville, Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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