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Assisted living costs in East Palo Alto average about $7,512 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 549 communities in East Palo Alto. Our detailed directory has 6348 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as San Jose, Redwood City and San Ramon.

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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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...
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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.
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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Bethesda Christian Homes stands out for its committed staff and supportive community. While the buildings show some wear, they remain inviting. Residences feel homelike, but the shared dining area could be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Bethesda Christian Retirement Center in Hayward, California is the perfect choice for seniors who love the Californian sun. Situated in the center of the city, it provides convenient access to all of the amenities that can be found therein. Simultaneously, its well-maintained system of...
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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.
Our Burlingame, CA memory care community features exceptional memory care at affordable rates. Our community is located in the heart of Burlingame in the same neighborhood as Mills-Peninsula Hospital just outside of San Mateo. What is unique in our memory care community is the care given to the...
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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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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My Mom was living in our inlaw unit but did not connect with many people in our neighborhood. She complained of boredom and isolation. We had her tour Baywood Court and she was able to meet the people and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Baywood Court is a sociable non-profit senior community. Nestled in the welcoming town of Castro Valley and conveniently located near San Francisco, Oakland and San Jose. We are located in a quiet suburban neighborhood and minutes from, Bart, shopping, doctor’s offices and Eden hospital. For 24...
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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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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I first found out about Mills Estate and Burlingame Villas years ago when I wrote an article for a newspaper I used to work at. When my mother needed care, I have placed her in Mills Estate Villa for...
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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 fully licensed assisted living facility in San Mateo county, Mills Estate Villa, provides housing along with just the right balance of supportive services and health-related care. Our assisted living facility is located in Burlingame just outside of San Mateo, is easily accessible from...
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Woodside is currently caring for my loved one. The staff is extremely friendly and they care about the well being of the residents. they treat each resident and their family with caring and...
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.
Woodside RCFE is a 14 bed facility located in a quiet neighborhood in Castro Valley. We took over the business last December 28, 2013 from Woodside Nightingale LLC and initiated changes from documentation to patient care to upgrading/repainting common areas of the facility. Helen (Manager) and...
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We have been very happy with our experience at The Trousdale. The managing director here is really, really good. The staff members here are all very dedicated to their residents, they do have some turnover...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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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
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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.
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,...
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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 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...
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I’m very happy my mother can get in Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro. It’s a nice place, very clean, care giver is nice. Administration person is so nice, my mom lives here like her own home. I’m happy my...
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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.
We are a 40 bed assisted living in downtown San Leandro. We specialize in caring for dementia and Alzheimer’s clients, those who are independent or those who need assistance with daily care. We are also able to care for hospice clients, offer respite care for those taking care of their loved ones...
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For us personally Marymount Villa worked out best because they had Filipino staff and my mom is Filipino. The second reason we chose them was the value of care with the cost associated was great. The last...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Marymount Villa we believe everyone can find meaning and joy in life, even when they need a little help with daily living. We offer independent, assisted living, respite, hospice care, and now our newly renovated memory care unit. Marymount Villa offers a gracious setting and well-appointed...
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My Mom has alcoholic dementia and is doing as well as can be expected in large part due to the community and services provided here. She has needed more help over the past year, congruent with the natural...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Carlton Senior Living San LeandroCarlton Senior Living San Leandro is conveniently located near City Hall with easy access to local shopping, dining, services, and entertainment. Residents enjoy beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces including walking paths shaded by mature maple trees, welcoming...
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Cedar Creek The facility only serves those with dementia / altimeters l.the staff all have many years experience working with patients with dementia and know how to manage them and are very caring and loving
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.
Cedar Creek is particularly well-suited to mobile, active, social residents. However we pride ourselves on providing care to our residents throughout their journey. Our one-of a kind activity program helps our residents stay engaged in the day at any stage of their process, boasting several...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Welcome to The Grove of Los Gatos!The Grove of Los Gatos is the newest addition to the Calson Community portfolio. With over 20 years of experience in managing communities and holding partial ownership in several properties, Calson Management is committed to providing exceptional living...
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My experience has been positive as they are very open. Have beautiful grounds. Large studios in relation to vast majority I visited. Staffing ratio is better than any of places I visited. Head staff and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Lincoln Glen Manor is a trusted senior living community in San Jose offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing—all on one campus, with no buy-in required for more than 60 years.Here, residents are surrounded by compassionate professionals, familiar faces, and a...
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The facility is new and very high end. The management is easy to work with. Caregivers are generally good but not always because of high staff turnover. The food is average.
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.
Belmont Village brings more than two decades of experience to its peerless Assisted Living and award-winning Memory Care. Our newest community in the Bay Area will offer the unique balance of innovative, research-based programming, best-in-class care and resident-centered living that Belmont...
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There has been quite a turnover recently. They are now back to staff level at The Parkview. I think The Parkview is doing a great job with the recommendations from the Governor. I believe memory care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Parkview brings a fresh approach to assisted living and memory care in the Pleasanton area.  Discover the perfect blend...the independence you want with the assistance you need.Enjoy private apartment living, including stunning views of the surrounding hills and the convenience of the...
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My mom is really liking her new home. She likes to play bingo and even won a game recently and called to tell me. The community is a very nice and clean place and it is close to my home. Overall, we are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
A Resident’s View: by Hettie Lou DowningI became a “take charge” person the year I turned 10 and my mother’s delicate health dictated that I become her substitute. I left home at age 16 to attend the university and became self-supporting. The lessons I learned from “take charge” employment were...
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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.
Ambrosia Care is a residential facility for the elderly. We are licensed for six residents. Our facility has been in operation for over ten years. We have over 50 years of combined experiences in elderly care. Every family of our residents can and will provide a reference about the quality of the...
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my father has been staying here for over a year now and doing a lot better than when he was first admitted. The staff here are always so kind and patient with him since he has dementia and gets very restless...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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The staff at Peninsula Reflections is truly wonderful. We had just days to choose a memory care center and were so lucky to find Peninsula Reflections. Every member of the staff got to know my dad - they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff have been great and they are very helpful. This is a family run community and the owner is here all the time and I feel that the residents are...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Diamond Care retirement home is located in the stunning city of Oakland, California where the sun shines year-round and the weather makes the city a perfect place to retire to! We pride ourselves in offering the best care and community to all of our residents and we are proud to be among the best...
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Cost of assisted living in East Palo Alto, CA

The average cost of senior living in East Palo Alto is $7,512 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Cruz, CA with an average of $6,711 per month.

Assisted living costs in East Palo Alto, CA, vs. state and national averages

East Palo Alto, CA
$7,512/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in East Palo Alto, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,512/mo
$8,840/mo

Assisted living costs in East Palo Alto, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,530/mo
Studio
$6,032/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,537/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,913/mo

Senior living costs in East Palo Alto 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: East Palo Alto, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Palo Alto, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$7,512/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$8,840/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$4,873/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
East Palo Alto, CA:$7,512/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
East Palo Alto, CA:$8,840/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
East Palo Alto, CA:$4,873/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in East Palo Alto, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in East Palo Alto 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
East Palo Alto, CA$7,024/mo$6,834/mo+2.8%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
East Palo Alto, CA
2024 average cost:$7,024/mo
2023 average cost:$6,834/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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 East Palo Alto, 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 East Palo Alto.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Palo Alto

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Palo Alto

Goldencare 2 in Alameda, CA

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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. Many reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities, such as Atria Park and Cogir of Fremont. Residents and their families express appreciation for the warm interactions they've had with the team.
Variety of activities for socializing. Activities are a key feature in several reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities like Sunrise of Sunnyvale and BridgePoint. From Bingo and crafts to outings and entertainment, residents stay engaged and active.
Lovely and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Atria Sunnyvale and Sunrise of Belmont. Residents appreciate the attention to detail, ensuring a pleasant living experience.
Individualized care for unique needs. Families share their experiences of customized care plans for their loved ones at communities like Atria Foster Square and Oakmont of Redwood City. Staff members go above and beyond to accommodate residents' specific care needs.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Cogir of Fremont and Sunrise of Sunnyvale, the culinary team caters to various cultural tastes and dietary requirements.
Supportive and communicative staff. Families report positive interactions with staff members at communities like Atria Sunnyvale and Atria Foster Square. They value the open communication and availability of staff to address questions and concerns.
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East Palo Alto review score based on 1,044 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1044 reviews of 549 East Palo Alto assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Palo Alto 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

East Palo Alto review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
East Palo Alto, CA549 facilities
8.4
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Review subcategories for East Palo Alto 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 1,044 reviews of 549 East Palo Alto assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East Palo Alto 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.
East Palo Alto, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.1
Staff
3.3
3.3
Meals & dining
3.1
3.0
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

East Palo Alto assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Palo Alto assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Palo Alto, 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 East Palo Alto 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 East Palo Alto that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East Palo Alto, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.1%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
66.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.5%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Palo Alto 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 East Palo Alto Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Palo Alto, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.6%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Palo Alto 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 East Palo Alto partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Palo Alto, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.3%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
27.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.5%
19.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in East Palo Alto 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 East Palo Alto communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Palo Alto, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.6%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.4%
18.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in East Palo Alto 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 East Palo Alto offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Palo Alto, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.4%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.7%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.2%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.8%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
31.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
19.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.5%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in East Palo Alto

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 East Palo Alto protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cardinal Point CCRC, Cogir of Brentwood and Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Palo Alto, California. See full list of communities.
There are 549 assisted living facilities near East Palo Alto, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in East Palo Alto, California are Cogir of Brentwood, Harbor at Hillsdale and Atria Sunnyvale. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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