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Assisted living costs in Alta Mesa average about $7,482 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 525 communities in Alta Mesa. Our detailed directory has 6176 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as San Jose, Redwood City and Santa Clara.

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 Cadence Millbrae by Cogir
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I think Cadence has been a healthy clean environment that has disappointed me occasionally when they failed to show up in time for my dad. The food is bland and while it looks good on the menu and the plate...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Cadence Millbrae is ideally located across the street from Green Hills park and just 5 blocks from downtown Millbrae. Currently undergoing a top-to-bottom renovation, Cadence Living is transforming this majestic Spanish Colonial beauty into one of the most desirable lifestyle communities in all...
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the following comments are based on our sister's perceptions, visits, interactions with staff, etc. over the past few months since admission. Re: Room: size is ok, but dark. Brother spends most time in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
The Point at Rockridge, located in the Rockridge neighborhood in Oakland, is across street from a complete shopping center and only a few blocks from the unique shopping areas of Piedmont and College Avenues. Physician’s offices, medical facilities, churches and synagogues, as well as UC...
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The things i like best are all the amenities that they have. So much to do if you want to do it. They can improve a 100% on food. It is approximately 95% bad. For the amount of rent that we pay, the food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
You will love our community, located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay area surrounded by a wide variety of things to enjoy. Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer quality independent senior living and assisted...
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44 Floor plans available
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The staff has been very communicative and responsive. The Executive Director is slower to respond. The room cleaning could be more comprehensive. Great list of activities, size of room is large, food seems...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our luxurious, inviting community, in the greater San Francisco/Oakland metropolitan area, encompasses the perfect assisted living experience, where each day you can choose from all kinds of life-enriching activities and programs to share with friends and neighbors. Continue to enjoy your...
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55 Floor plans available
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Understanding, caring, attentive. Would ABSOLUTELY recommend! The director [name removed] is AWESOME! All staff are great too! No complaints!! We are very grateful for all they do!!
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.
Set within the City of Trees on the San Francisco Peninsula, Burlingame Senior Living offers a progressive community for active older adults. We're located across the street from Washington Park, which provides scenic views for nearly every apartment. We are also convenient to the shops and...
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Photo of Brentwood Grove Senior Living
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It's a great facility and my parents health has improved. I honestly can't complain about anything! Yes I would recommend Brentwood Grove to other families!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Brentwood Grove Senior Living offers retirement living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Brentwood, California. We offer comfortable, attractive residences coupled with engaging activities and events so that you or your loved one is assured of well-being, attentive care and a...
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Staff is universally friendly and helpful. The food is surprisingly tasty and the chef is quite creative and the menu is constantly changing and seems to quickly react to resident suggestions. Our two...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Discover a new vision of luxury senior living, now brought to life at Ellore Senior Living. Built from the ground up, with modern interiors by March and White Design, Ellore Senior Living is thoughtfully crafted for older adults who seek a lifestyle of abundant style, wellness, and social...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Palo Alto
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44 Floor plans available
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My mom moved to Ivy Park a couple of months ago and so far, we've had a wonderful experience. The staff have been very kind, caring, and responsive. The facilities are very nice and well maintained. The...
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.
Ivy Park at Palo Alto is an assisted living and memory care community set on a beautiful piece of property easily accessible from Interstate 280. The location boasts lovely walking paths and gardens near many regional nature trails and parks. It’s only a short distance from many popular...
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Photo of Ivy Park at San Ramon
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77 Floor plans available
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My parents needed more nursing care and although Ivy Park originally said they could help they could not. Their current facility has full time nurses 24-7. I thought the staff was pretty helpful with tasks...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Ivy Park at San Ramon is a senior living community set on a beautiful piece of property easily accessible from Interstate 680. The location boasts lovely walking paths and gardens and is near many regional nature trails and parks. It’s only a short distance to many popular restaurants and the...
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Photo of Vi at Palo Alto, a CCRC
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley California, Vi at Palo Alto is a Life Plan community, also known as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), situated on 23 lush acres of Stanford Property. Our assisted and independent living community offers a wide array of amenities and benefits to...
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Photo of Meadow Gardens of Menlo Park
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Meadow Gardens has had several management changes in the 2+ years my conservator has been there. The current management is great. The staff has been caring throughout the stay. A good location, with sunny...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Meadow Gardens of Menlo Park Memory Care community! We are a cozy, one story community nestled in a residential neighborhood. This charming community offers Memory Care services to our residents who have dementia/Alzheimer's. We have capacity for 43.Our residents enjoy a large, secure...
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The facility provided her a hospital bed until I was able to get one; very reasonable and kind management. The staff members were extremely helpful and caring. Keep in mind, my mom was placed in care during...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
We are family owned and managed offering care home accommodations in the San Francisco peninsula area for seniors in need of living assistance. In specific homes we have the ability to care for seniors with special needs such as dementia, Alzheimer's, immobility, incontinence and other special...
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I would tell others looking into Palm Villas that it is a very nice, very clean facility. The main reason we chose Palm Villas was because during our tour, clients were there and they highly recommended...
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.
Palm Villas in beautiful Fremont California offers a clean atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food. The surrounding area is serene and pleasant and outdoor areas are tastefully furnished and landscaped for many enjoyable afternoons. Fremont California also offers pleasant weather year...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Connections: Early- to Mid-Stage Memory Care• Care coordination by a full-time registerednurse (RN)• Licensed practical nurse (LPN) on-site 24/7• Primary care partner to ensure personalizedattention to daily needs and preferences• Geriatric psychiatrist, psychologist and otherphysician services...
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Photo of Westgate Villa
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We have been really pleased with Westgate. My mother- in-law has lived there for 2 months. She refused to move out of her house until a medical emergency forced the issue. When she moved, she asked for...
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.
Westgate Villa is an assisted living community providing memory care in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California. Our magnificent community is located proximally to the Silicon Valley looking on the mountain view of Hamilton. San Jose city is perfect for relaxation and family getaways. With the...
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This place has been wonderful, for the most part, with my loved one. They are caring and keep me informed. They are quick to respond to changes or needs that may arise. They try to accommodate special needs...
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.
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Silverado is a beautiful home. It is always clean and well maintained. The staff is friendly and attentive to the residents. The activities are fun and the residents really seem to enjoy them. The level of...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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Dad is doing very well here. He is not doing as much as I would like to see him do but the staff is always encouraging him to do things but that is not really his personality which is fine. The food is good...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
One of the Peninsulas most centrally located communities, just steps from a Cal Train station, El Camino Real, HWY 101, Downtown Belmont and minutes up Ralston Avenue to 280; Voralto Living at Belmont is a convenient location for those seeking Independent Living, Assisted Living or families...
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I really like the bright and airy feel of this home, it's very open and has a positive atmosphere. The owner is great, she's new to the senior care business, but has been a nurse for quite a while. She...
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.
SunnySide Home is a residential care home located in beautiful Fremont, CA, a part of Alameda County. Those who spend time in Fremont will enjoy checking out the museums and parks that the city has to offer, as well as Ardenwood Historic Farm, Nova Gallery of Fine Art, and all of the other...
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My Mom and Dad chose this place for themselves. They have been at this facility for 14 years. It has been a wonderful place for both of them. My dad passes away in 2008 and my mom has since moved into...
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.
We are located just miles from the Saratoga Village and Downtown Los Gatos. Our home city, downtown Saratoga features a year-round farmers’ market, and the Hakone Gardens, located just minutes from our campus, hosts one of the most authentic Japanese-style gardens in North America. Our Assisted...
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Don't believe everything you read in online reviews, even this one. Go visit every single place you are considering. Visit more than once, at different times of day and on different days. Every person is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Oakmont of San Jose is a beautiful retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning cuisine, and a plethora of on-site amenities. Shopping, exquisite dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all nearby. In our retirement community, where friends and...
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From the parts of the community we did get to see it was clean, and the activities were still pretty limited with the restrictions. We priced quite a few other communities and for what we had to pay it was a...
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.
Princess Lodge is a private assisted living facility that has created a home like environment for residents. Located in beautiful Campbell. California. Princess Lodge is a non-medical assisted living area. You will not find any medical personnel on staff, however, you will find a gathering...
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The food at this community is good and they keep it well taken care of. My brother is still adjusting to his surroundings. The staff are friendly, nice and trying to get him to socialize with the other...
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.
You will feel the elegance the moment you walk through the front door at Carlton Plaza Fremont, an active independent and assisted living community. The marble entry, comfortable fireplace and cozy conversation areas foster friendships and are a lovely place to entertain family.The courtyard is...
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So far things have gone very well with Esther's Residential Care home! My loved one is still having a bit of trouble settling in, but I'm confident that they'll win her over and take great care of her. It's...
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.
We are located in the quite, safe and beautiful Willow Glen/Dry Creek neighborhood. We provide a pleasant and homelike atmosphere and loving and personalized care and assistance to our residents. Our professional staff is dedicated to caring for residents in pursuing their happiness and...
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I'm a physician and my sister is a nurse, so we have incredibly high standards when it came to a memory care facility for our elderly mother with dementia. After one tour, we were amazed at how friendly,...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
One of the great things about Palm Villas is that it offers 24 hour controlled access. This helps to ensure the safety of your loved one. Along with that, there is a fire sprinkler system, and this is also a fully fenced and gated facility to ensure the safety of all residents. There is also a 24...

Cost of assisted living in Alta Mesa, CA

The average cost of senior living in Alta Mesa is $7,482 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Cruz, CA with an average of $6,221 per month.

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

Alta Mesa, CA
$7,482/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Alta Mesa, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,482/mo
$8,739/mo

Assisted living costs in Alta Mesa, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,005/mo
Studio
$5,613/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,624/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,938/mo

Senior living costs in Alta Mesa 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: Alta Mesa, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlta Mesa, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$7,482/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,739/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,000/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Alta Mesa, CA:$7,482/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Alta Mesa, CA:$8,739/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Alta Mesa, CA:$5,000/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Alta Mesa, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Alta Mesa 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 average 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
Alta Mesa, CA$7,458/mo$6,560/mo+13.7%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Alta Mesa, CA
2024 average cost:$7,458/mo
2023 average cost:$6,560/mo
Percent change:+13.7%
California
2024 average cost:$5,968/mo
2023 average cost:$5,628/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alta Mesa, 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 Alta Mesa.

What families are saying about assisted living in Alta Mesa

Recent reviews for assisted living in Alta Mesa

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.

Mercy Retirement and Care Center in Oakland, CA

5.0
One of the reasons we selected Mercy was for its spiritual/faith program which includes daily mass. Perfect setting for my aunt. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and warmth of the staff at various communities, such as Pacific Gardens, Sunrise of San Mateo, and Sunrise of Sunnyvale, who go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome.
Beautifully maintained facilities. Facilities, including private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces, are often praised for their cleanliness and upkeep in reviews for Belmont Village Sunnyvale, Atria Willow Glen, and Atria Sunnyvale. Residents enjoy the garden areas, gazebos, and pools that offer opportunities for re ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Residents at communities like Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Atria Willow Glen, and Marbella Redwood City appreciate the wide range of activities offered, such as arts and crafts, live entertainment, and social events, which help keep them engaged and active.
Delicious and diverse meals. Delicious and diverse food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, as emphasized in reviews for Sunrise of San Mateo, Belmont Village Sunnyvale, and Pacific Gardens. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes a hig ...
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Excellent communication between families and staff. Families are kept informed and involved in their loved ones' care through frequent, open communication with staff, as noted in reviews for Oakmont of Redwood City, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, and Atria Sunnyvale. Staff are responsive and transparent, providing peace of mind for familie ...
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Comfortable and accessible rooms. Comfortable and accessible rooms are a priority for many residents, as mentioned in reviews for Atria Willow Glen, Atria Sunnyvale, and Oakmont of Redwood City. Communities provide private spaces for residents to call their own, ensuring they feel at home and can easily access necessary ca ...
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Alta Mesa review score based on 1,032 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1032 reviews of 525 Alta Mesa assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alta Mesa 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

Alta Mesa review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Alta Mesa, CA525 facilities
8.4
Santa Cruz, CA252 facilities
8.3
Daly City, CA568 facilities

Review subcategories for Alta Mesa 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 1,032 reviews of 525 Alta Mesa assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alta Mesa 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.
Alta Mesa, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.5
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.3
3.4
Meals & dining
3.1
3.1
Activities
3.1
3.1
Value for cost*
3.1
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Alta Mesa assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alta Mesa assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alta Mesa, 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 Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.6%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
68.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.6%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
32%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.9%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.2%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.4%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
32.4%
48%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.3%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.1%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alta Mesa

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 Alta Mesa protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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