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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Folsom, CA

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Assisted living costs in Folsom average about $4,239 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 151 communities in Folsom. Our detailed directory has 1521 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Agape Care Home is the best for caring for your loved one. There you find a family setting, complete with love and personalized attention on an individual basis. Not only is fantastic care given, but it...
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.
Agape Home Care is a residential care facility for the elderly where we provide quality caregiving in a comfortable and secure environment. Our day and night stuff is permanently assisting the residents, loving them and preserving their dignity.
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Cost of assisted living in Folsom, CA

The average cost of senior living in Folsom is $4,239 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Galt, CA with an average of $3,846 per month.

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

Folsom, CA
$4,240/mo

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

Folsom, CA
$4,240/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,240/mo
$5,143/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,716/mo
Private
$5,472/mo
Studio
$5,930/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,111/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,048/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,700/mo

Senior living costs in Folsom 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: Folsom, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFolsom, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,240/mo$4,506/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,143/mo$5,463/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$4,303/mo$4,701/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Folsom, CA:$4,240/mo
California:$4,506/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Folsom, CA:$5,143/mo
California:$5,463/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Folsom, CA:$4,303/mo
California:$4,701/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Folsom, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Folsom 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
Folsom, CA$5,834/mo$5,548/mo+5.2%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Folsom, CA
2024 average cost:$5,834/mo
2023 average cost:$5,548/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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 Folsom, 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 Folsom.

What families are saying about assisted living in Folsom

Recent reviews for assisted living in Folsom

The Meadows Senior Living in Elk Grove, CA

5.0
I would recommend The Meadows to other families. The staff get to know the tenants and their family/ support providers and share observations.

WellQuest of Granite Bay

4.2
The newness of the facility really stood out to us along with the variety of unit sizes they had available and the meal service.

Chateau On Capitol Avenue in Sacramento, CA

5.0
My 91 year old mother has been at Chateau on Capitol Ave. for about six months and has adapted well. She has made many new friends and is enjoying life there. The staff are very attentive and I'm impressed that every staff member calls her by name. It is a personal touch that I find endearing. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and professional staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff across various communities, including Oakmont of Roseville, Sunrise of Fair Oaks CA, and Oakmont of Folsom. Families express appreciation for the individualized care and respect that the staff members provide to their lov ...
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Variety of enjoyable activities. Activities are a popular feature among residents and their families, with several communities, such as Vista Roseville Senior Living, Almond Heights Senior Living, and Cogir of Stock Ranch Senior Living, offering a range of engaging events, from arts and crafts to fitness classes and socia ...
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Communication and transparency. Clear and open communication is valued by many families in their reviews for communities like Atria Rocklin, Blossom Vale Senior Living, and Sunrise of Rocklin. Staff members are praised for keeping families informed about their loved ones' care and well-being.
High-quality and diverse meals. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of good food in seniors' lives, with communities like Vista Roseville Senior Living, Oakmont of Fair Oaks, and Almond Heights Senior Living providing delicious and varied meal options that cater to different tastes and dietary needs.
Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Many residents and their families appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces at communities like Oakmont of Roseville, Atria Carmichael Oaks, and Sunrise of Fair Oaks CA. The homes are described as warm, inviting, and well-maintained.
Connected and supportive community. Reviews often emphasize the sense of camaraderie and belonging that residents experience in their communities, such as Almond Heights Senior Living, Brookdale Folsom, and Oakmont of El Dorado Hills. Residents enjoy forming friendships and feeling part of a supportive network.
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Folsom review score based on 308 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 308 reviews of 124 Folsom assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Folsom 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

Folsom review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Folsom, CA124 facilities
8.3
Citrus Heights, CA227 facilities
8.5
Rancho Cordova, CA166 facilities

Review subcategories for Folsom 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 308 reviews of 124 Folsom assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Folsom 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.
Folsom, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Folsom assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Folsom assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Folsom, 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 Folsom 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 Folsom that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Folsom, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.9%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
64.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.9%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Folsom 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 Folsom Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Folsom, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.8%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Folsom 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 Folsom partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Folsom, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Folsom 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 Folsom communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Folsom, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
29.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Folsom 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 Folsom offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Folsom, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
29%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
37.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.9%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Folsom

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