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Assisted living costs in Contra Costa County average about $4,604 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 107 communities in Contra Costa County. Our detailed directory has 861 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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Love it, absolutely love, love all the people! Why? The way I've been treated and all the activities like Happy Hour today! I didn't have that all at home. I've made so many friends already.
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.
When you join our community in Brentwood, Calif., we’ll surround you with upscale residential beauty and the most plush comforts and conveniences you can find in assisted living. Our assisted living lifestyle provides all the independence you want and a helping hand when you need it. We can get...
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From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed—not just as potential residents, but as family. The team has gone above and beyond to ensure our mom feels safe, cared for, and, most importantly, loved. Every...
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.
Community & Location Highlights:Conveniently located in Danville, CAVery close to Blackhawk Medical CenterMinutes from beautiful Diablo Country ClubSurrounded by stunning gardensSunrise of Danville, in Danville, California, offers a loving environment, staffed by experienced caregivers. Our...
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As far as community goes the neighbors keep pretty much to themselves but it is located in a very nice neighborhood. Feel safe there. As of now and would recommend to a friend that would need this type of...
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.
Relax and comfortable is what we is at La Orinda Care home. We offer flexibility with meals, furniture, activity schedule and even prices to tailor things to make day to day living more comfortable. We offer activity for our residents which include arts and crafts, games, exercise, karaoke and...
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From day one the staff has been very friendly and accommodating. The facility is beautiful, food is very good, and a lovely garden patio area. Many activities available every day. Would highly recommend...
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 Concord is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with beautiful views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Enjoy Concord’s natural wonders through its extensive park system and close proximity to the breathtaking Markham Nature Park and...
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Activities Director [name removed] goes over and beyond to keep smile on Residents. Today is my Mom’s birthday and it was celebrated big . Activities in Ivy park is amazing and residents enjoy. It is amazing...
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 Walnut Creek is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a picturesque neighborhood within the city of Walnut Creek. Paralleled to I-680, Ivy Park is just minutes from the John Muir Medical Center, a variety of scenic parks, bustling shopping centers and exquisite dining options....
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I wish my mom would have agreed to go sooner to enjoy all they had to offer. We were actually looking forward to having meals there with her, as we heard there is an excellent chef! Everyone was very kind,...
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 Commons at Dallas Ranch, where elegance and excellence go hand in hand. The beautiful city of Antioch, California is located just east of the East Bay, within easy reach of the San Francisco Bay area and all its dining, cultural and, shopping attractions. Antioch is home to The Commons at...
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The sincere friendliness of the staff and leadership team. They volunteer the offer of help and assistance instead of having to ask. These are big differences from the previous assisted living facility where...
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.
Home Comforts with Luxury AmenitiesSome seniors might think retirement means falling asleep in an armchair and counting down the minutes until your next television program comes on. But that doesn’t have to be your experience. Instead of settling for a life of isolation and boredom, you can...
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It had the accommodations we were looking for, a furnished room on the ground floor for my dad to finish his rehabbing. I would recommend it, they were very welcoming and accommodating
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.
With the classic California ambiance of a Mission-style lodge, Atria Valley View is a vibrant assisted living community nestled in the hills of Walnut Creek, conveniently located near downtown, shopping, banking and the John Muir Medical Center.Recently redeveloped to create strong indoor-outdoor...
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5 for all! My dad had a wonderful experience there before he passed 1 month ago. I've recommended Atria to several people. The staff were always friendly and compassionate. The facility was always clean and...
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.
As one of the most trusted senior living providers in the East Bay, Atria Walnut Creek has served families like yours for more than 10 years.With a continued commitment to quality, they have just completed a full-scale renovation to enhance the beauty and functionality of the community, indoors...
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Overall experience has been positive. Food was better when my mom moved in but there was a change in c h ef so food not as good. However, there is a good selection of food. Help is generally good but 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.
Oakmont of Montecito 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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5 on everything! It is super clean! The staff is amazing and very attentive. It's the cleanest facility I have ever been into.
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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This place and its owner & caregivers are incredible. The owner & her caregivers really care about each individual in their care. It's a home away from home. The owner, [name removed]& her main 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.
Blue Horizon Living is a residential care home located in the picturesque city of Concord, in Contra Costa County, California. Our vibrant city is just 29 miles east of San Francisco, providing residents and their family members the perfect opportunity to explore one of America's most exciting...
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The staff and management is amazing. They are quick to respond if needed. The facility is very well kept and offer fun activities
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.
TreVista in Antioch is a vibrant, warm and welcoming community conveniently located in the East Bay area. Its location set back on a large, treed area of land makes it both convenient and a quiet, peaceful and beautiful place to call home. The community and grounds have recently undergone...
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The Tiffany Court staff is wonderful to my Mom. My Mom needed assisted living with memory care, and Tiffany Court at Kingston is the unicorn for our family. Private rooms with private bathrooms and...
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.
TIFFANY COURT is a unique assisted living community, located in the heart of beautiful Walnut Creek. Our intimate size, elegant homelike environment, and unsurpassed location make Tiffany Court the number one choice for seniors in Contra Costa County. Tiffany Court resident independence is...
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I've been thrilled with the care so far! It's a bustling environment - active with friendly & caring care-givers, offering a huge range of activities. The other residents are actively involved -- way beyond...
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.
The Kensington at Walnut Creek, San Francisco Bay area community is nestled a beautiful residential neighborhood walking distance to shopping and restaurants. The gracious community features 178 spacious apartments. Our manicured grounds, gardens, courtyards, and fountains enhance the community....
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TreVista is under new management. It's now known as Todos Santos Senior Living. Although with new management and new name, nothing has changed for the residents. Residents continue to have three meals a day....
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.
TreVista offers both assisted living and memory care for seniors. Our aim is to create remarkable moments for the residents of our communities and to treat all in our care like family. Our Concord, CA based senior living community is dedicated to offering top-notch assisted living and memory care...
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I would give them a 5. They are doing a great job taking care of my mom. She has severe dementia and they are able to help her stay reasonably calm and comfortable as she goes through this final stage of her...
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.
Fewer Worries, More JoyIf you were to ask our memory care residents in Danville, California if they are happy to be here, they would tell you life has never been better. Each resident of our community experiences a full and rich life. Our community calendar provides activities, programs and...
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The experience of touring facilities to find a fit for your loved ones can be a very overwhelming. My husband and I via Oates 8 different ones and then narrowed it down to 3. Aegis was one of our top ones...
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.
Aegis of Pleasant Hill is a warm and friendly retirement community located in the heart of Contra Costa County. Our community is designed with a classic English influence with well appointed living rooms, spacious apartments with views and a flowering fountain courtyard for gardening and quiet...
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We selected this facility because their minimum respite stay was only 21 days. My wife thought the stay was wonderful. Her room was very nice, the food was good, the staff very friendly, and she enjoyed the...
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.
Atria Park of Lafayette offers all the comforts of home, with just the right amount of care. Our dedicated staff provides 24-hour support to assisted living residents, as well as specialized care for those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. With panoramic views of Mount Diablo, spacious...
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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.
Excellent board and care is a residential care home located in the serene neighborhoods of Walnut Creek, CA. Our community is set in bright and green surroundings, with the beauty of nature within the grasp of our residents. Our quiet location gives our residents an opportunity to connect with...
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They have been good. It's working out so far. I don't have any major concerns at this point. It's clean and the staff is friendly, I haven't gotten any complaints about food. I would give them a four out of...
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.
Relax and comfortable is what we is at Gill Port Care home. We offer flexibility with meals, furniture, activity schedule and even prices to tailor things to make day to day living more comfortable. We offer activity for our residents which include arts and crafts, games, exercise and outdoor...
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I am so glad that we found the New Alamo Residence Home for my mom. My mom had dementia and she had lived at a larger assisted living facility for a few years, but as her condition advanced, she needed more...
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.
At New Alamo Residence Home in Alamo, CA, we welcome folks into a posh residence with technologically advanced amenities, professional healthcare, and full-time assistance. We invite folks from ages 55 and up to move into an ideal, stress-free environment that allows you to spend your twilight...
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My grandmother has been staying in the care of [name removed] for a few years now and we've got nothing but great things to say about Laylor Care Home. I don't know how she does it, but [name removed]...
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.
Our MissionWe aim to provide our residents with an elegant home environment conducive to their health and well-being. A customized plan of care will be devised in conjunction with the client, family, and medical providers. This combination of atmosphere and care enables our residents to enjoy...
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I don’t have any other facility to compare It to but I’m impressed they keep this place CLEAN. I don’t like the fact they advertise transportation on the website and phone but don’t do it once you’re...
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.
Magnolia Gardens is an assisted living community located in the lovely town of Danville, CA. This beautiful community is located near Oakland and just across the bay from San Francisco. Danville is a great place to reside and it offers a number of advantages to family members who come through to...
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They accepted my loved one from the hospital and were able to accommodate us quickly. They did require a 24-hour aide at first, but only for 3 days, and they only quarantined him for 3 days. They have a...
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.
Reviews 'When one visits Heatherwood, the first thing that one notices is the upbeat, happy atmosphere. The staff greet you with a smile. Heatherwood has a great feel. This is pretty remarkable, given that Heatherwood specializes in caring for residents with Alzheimer's and other forms of...

Cost of assisted living in Contra Costa County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Contra Costa County is $4,604 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsburg, CA with an average of $4,546 per month.

Assisted living costs in Contra Costa County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Contra Costa County, CA
$4,604/mo
$4,595/mo

Assisted living costs in Contra Costa County, CA, vs. state and national averages

Contra Costa County, CA
$4,604/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Contra Costa County, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,604/mo
$6,114/mo

Assisted living costs in Contra Costa County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,137/mo
Private
$7,800/mo
Studio
$6,808/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,249/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,378/mo

Senior living costs in Contra Costa County 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: Contra Costa County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeContra Costa County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,604/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,114/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$5,471/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Contra Costa County, CA:$4,604/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Contra Costa County, CA:$6,114/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Contra Costa County, CA:$5,471/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Contra Costa County, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Contra Costa County 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
Contra Costa County, CA$6,347/mo$6,234/mo+1.8%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Contra Costa County, CA
2024 average cost:$6,347/mo
2023 average cost:$6,234/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
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 Contra Costa County, 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 Contra Costa County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Contra Costa County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Contra Costa County

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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Contra Costa County review score based on 166 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 166 reviews of 83 Contra Costa County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Contra Costa 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

Contra Costa County review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Contra Costa County, CA83 facilities
8.8
Clayton, CA103 facilities
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North Gate, CA103 facilities

Review subcategories for Contra Costa 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 166 reviews of 83 Contra Costa County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Contra Costa 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.
Contra Costa County, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Contra Costa County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Contra Costa County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Contra Costa County, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.5%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
56.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.5%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Contra Costa County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Contra Costa County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
21.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Contra Costa County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
24.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Contra Costa County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
26.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.8%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.9%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Contra Costa 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 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 Contra Costa County protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Brentwood, Sunrise of Danville and La Orinda Care Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Contra Costa County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 107 assisted living facilities near Contra Costa County, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Contra Costa County, California are Sunrise of Danville and Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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