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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Palo Alto, CA
Assisted living costs in Palo Alto average about $4,914 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 58 communities in Palo Alto. Our detailed directory has 436 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as San Jose, Santa Clara and Mountain View.
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This is an excellent facility established by local residents for independent and assisted living and memory care. It's located within easy, safe walking distance of a friendly downtown area, providing 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.
San Carlos Elms is a comfortable home setting with the security and benefits of supportive services to each resident. The Elms is conveniently located within easy walking distance of beautiful downtown San Carlos churches, Senior Center and City Library. Fire and Police Departments are within...
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Cost of assisted living in Palo Alto, CA
The average cost of senior living in Palo Alto is $4,914 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Carlos, CA with an average of $5,028 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Palo Alto, CA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Palo Alto, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Palo Alto
Recent reviews for assisted living in Palo Alto
Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA
5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .
Ivy Park at Palo Alto
5.0
From the looks of our visits, my mom is experiencing a good, new lifestyle. She has made the transition just fine. We are getting the doctor set up and I am familiar with the staff. They are great workers and I think the facility is great too. The manager, staff, nurses, are all very nice, all ...
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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
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting nature of the staff and residents at communities like Pacific Gardens, where new residents and their families are made to feel at home. Activities and social events bring people together, creating a strong sense of community.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of their living spaces at communities such as Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, where individual needs are considered and accommodated, allowing for a personalized living experience.
Comprehensive care services. Reviews highlight the attentiveness and responsiveness of care teams at communities like Atria Sunnyvale, ensuring the well-being and safety of their loved ones through round-the-clock care and support.
Delicious and diverse meals. Families praise the quality and variety of meals provided at communities such as Pacific Gardens, where professional and experienced chefs cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Staff with a caring and compassionate approach. Residents and their families express gratitude for the kind and attentive nature of staff members at communities like Sunrise of Sunnyvale, who go above and beyond to ensure the emotional and physical well-being of their loved ones.
Engaging and diverse activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at communities like Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, which cater to different interests and abilities, promoting socialization and personal growth.
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Palo Alto review score based on 107 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 107 reviews of 49 Palo Alto assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The 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
Palo Alto review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for 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 107 reviews of 49 Palo Alto assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare 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.Palo Alto, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Palo Alto assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palo Alto assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 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 Palo Alto that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.2%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in 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 Palo Alto Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Palo Alto, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in 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 Palo Alto partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
32.7%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.4%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in 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 Palo Alto communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
26.5%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in 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 Palo Alto offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in 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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Palo Alto protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of San Mateo, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Sunrise of Sunnyvale are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Palo Alto, California. See full list of communities.
There are 58 assisted living facilities near Palo Alto, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Palo Alto, California are Sunrise of San Mateo, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Sunrise of Sunnyvale. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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