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Assisted living costs in Garden Valley average about $4,697 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 18 communities in Garden Valley. Our detailed directory has 155 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Ponte Palmero
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I would give all catagories a 4. Since I cannot compare to any other place. No complaints from my Mother and Father. They are happy. Their staff is wonderful. I think just the normal questions. I think 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.
Ponte Palmero Retirement Community is the premier Retirement Living Community in Cameron Park, California and is also near the communities of Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom and Auburn. Ponte Palmero is a full-service, resort style solar retirement community that allows you to invest your...
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Mom is in competent and cheerful hands. Our family is blessed to have found Blissful Gardens. The staff are always available and welcoming to us. Mom is in level 4 care with her Alzheimer's, but they keep...
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.
Blissful Gardens is located in Cameron Park near Cameron Park Drive and opened in 2021. We are a medium Memory Care community. We focus on the residents' abilities. With the Executive Director having over 20 years of experience caring for seniors with different types of Memory Loss. Blissful...
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There are so many activities planned out for the residents that they always have something fun and stimulating that keeps them busy throughout the day. I've seen a huge difference in his happiness and...
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.
The Sierra Ridge Memory Care senior living center is located in Auburn, California. The center sits nestled in the rolling foothills of Auburn city, offering anyone lucky enough to stay there a spectacular array of natural scenic beauty. The center is what is known as a senior specialty home, one...
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It is a nice community. Everyone is kind, friendly, and helpful. The only thing I didn't like was when they had power outages they didn't notify family and as a result my father had a fall and was alone...
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.
Nestled amidst the scenic ridges above the historic town, Eskaton Village Placerville's 63-acre campus is thoughtfully designed to complement the beautiful countryside. The Lodge offers a range of options, including assisted living, memory care and short-term stays. Surrounding the Lodge are...
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We are disappointed in the large jump in $ fee for 2026 for my mother to live there. We are probably going to have to find somewhere else for her to live.
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.
Here you get to redefine your independence.With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. For memory care residents, we offer a program, also known as Clare Bridge, rooted in “a person-centered approach,” which means we help our residents find a sense...
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The people who work there have been there for a very long time, they are very consistent with their care and their communication. It feels like a home, it does not feel institutional at all. The community 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.
Acadia Elder Care, The Villa is a brand new custom home built in 2012 with a capacity of 14 residents, and the ability to accommodate 8 hospice residents. We offer 10 foot ceilings, crown molding throughout and an open floor plan to engage residents as many times through the day as possible. ...
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Unfortunately my loved one only had a short stay here before her care needs increased beyond what they could provide, but while she was here I think she was treated very well. She always looked clean 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.
Woodridge Place is a small residential care community for the elderly located in El Dorado Hills. It is well-appointed with common community areas such as living, dining and kitchen areas with private and semi-private bedrooms. No matter the room type preference, Woodridge Place provides...
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Staff works very well with family. Have no rules with family on visits or bringing in patients favorite food to share meals with family. If allowed ,may also check patient out for short visits. There are...
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.
Sunshine Manor is a charming assisted living residence located in the heart of El Dorado County.  Our 14-bed country home  has recently undergone numerous upgrades and improvements.  We graciously provide services for both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents in either...
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So far we've been very pleased with how things are going at Gold Country. We moved my loved one here after her care needs exceeded what her previous community was able to provide, and so far Gold Country has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Located in the heart of historic downtown Auburn our 6 bedrooms with a capacity for 8 residents offers all the comforts of home.Our small community allows residents to build more personal relationships with more opportunities for social interactions. We provide each new resident with an...
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Photo of Auburn Creekside Villa
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of Lake View Terrace
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: 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.
Loveland Care GiversLoveland Care Givers is a senior care home located in remarkable attractive Loveland, Colorado, located in Larimer County. Our residential care is located in a serene environment with beautiful natural scenery and a quiet group home setting for the seniors. This is considered...
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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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I am very impressed with Oakwood Village.they are very helpful and I believe they care very much in helping the people that are living there. They have been very helpful to me in giving me information ...
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.
Photo of Oakwood Village
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.

Cost of assisted living in Garden Valley, CA

The average cost of senior living in Garden Valley is $4,697 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sutter Creek, CA with an average of $4,112 per month.

Assisted living costs in Garden Valley, CA, vs. nearby cities

Garden Valley, CA
$4,697/mo
$4,427/mo

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

Garden Valley, CA
$4,697/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Garden Valley, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,697/mo
$5,453/mo

Assisted living costs in Garden Valley, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,350/mo
Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$6,378/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,251/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,223/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,330/mo

Senior living costs in Garden Valley 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: Garden Valley, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGarden Valley, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,697/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,453/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,910/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Garden Valley, CA:$4,697/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Garden Valley, CA:$5,453/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Garden Valley, CA:$4,910/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Garden Valley, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Garden Valley 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
Garden Valley, CA$6,631/mo$6,304/mo+5.2%
California$5,432/mo$5,202/mo+4.4%
National$5,202/mo$4,915/mo+5.8%
Garden Valley, CA
2024 average cost:$6,631/mo
2023 average cost:$6,304/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
California
2024 average cost:$5,432/mo
2023 average cost:$5,202/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,202/mo
2023 average cost:$4,915/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Garden Valley, 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 Garden Valley.

What families are saying about assisted living in Garden Valley

Recent reviews for assisted living in Garden Valley

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.

Royal Garden in El Dorado Hills, CA

5.0
I was very happy with the care at this community. The staff were very helpful and caring for the needs of my husband. We found the community to be clean and well maintained. They did have a nice variety of the menu. They do also offer activities for the residents that want to participate. We ...
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Prairie City Landing in Folsom, CA

5.0
It has been excellent. The administration is kind, responsive and communicative. The staff is upbeat and caring. The facility is clean and bright.

Garden Valley assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garden Valley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garden Valley, 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 Garden Valley 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 Garden Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Garden Valley, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
5.9%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.6%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Garden Valley 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 Garden Valley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Garden Valley, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Garden Valley 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 Garden Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garden Valley, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Garden Valley 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 Garden Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garden Valley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garden Valley 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 Garden Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garden Valley, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Garden Valley

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