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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Clara County, CA

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Assisted living costs in Santa Clara County average about $7,482 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 380 communities in Santa Clara County. Our detailed directory has 5183 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as San Jose, Aptos and Santa Clara.

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 The Chalet Montara
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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.
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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.
A familiar homey setting one of the things that makes our care home special. Family style dining and home cooked meals prepared in our kitchen, cozy seating around the TV in the living room, and the safety of knowing your caregiver is only a few steps away are some of the things that make our...
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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.
Photo of Araville Residential Care Home II
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.
Photo of Diamond Care, Inc.
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.
Diamond Care provides services for seniors and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. Our mission is to provide a place to safely and comfortably age with dignity, confidence, and quality of life. We provide high quality, fully licensed staff who adhere to very strict guidelines and...
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Cost of assisted living in Santa Clara County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Clara County is $7,482 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Diablo Grande, CA with an average of $5,415 per month.

Assisted living costs in Santa Clara County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Santa Clara County, CA
$7,482/mo

Assisted living costs in Santa Clara County, CA, vs. state and national averages

Santa Clara County, CA
$7,482/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Santa Clara County, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,482/mo
$8,739/mo

Assisted living costs in Santa Clara County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,059/mo
Studio
$5,613/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,624/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Clara 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: Santa Clara County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Clara County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$7,482/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,739/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,000/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Clara County, CA:$7,482/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Santa Clara County, CA:$8,739/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Santa Clara County, CA:$5,000/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Santa Clara County, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Santa Clara 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.

Santa Clara County, CACA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Santa Clara County, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Santa Clara 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 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
Santa Clara County, CA$7,458/mo$6,560/mo+13.7%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Santa Clara County, CA
2024 average cost:$7,458/mo
2023 average cost:$6,560/mo
Percent change:+13.7%
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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Santa Clara County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Santa Clara 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.

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

Santa Clara County review score based on 849 family reviews

8.2
Review score380 facilities849 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 849 reviews of 380 Santa Clara County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Santa Clara 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

Santa Clara County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Santa Clara County, CA380 facilities
8.4
Santa Cruz, CA252 facilities
8.0
San Mateo County, CA231 facilities

Review subcategories for Santa Clara 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 849 reviews of 380 Santa Clara County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Clara 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.
Santa Clara County, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.3
3.4
Meals & dining
3.0
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Santa Clara County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Clara County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Santa Clara County, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.4%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
72.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.3%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.1%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.2%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santa Clara County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.2%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.5%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Clara County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.8%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Clara County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.8%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Clara County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
35%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.3%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.1%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.5%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.6%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
36.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.5%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.1%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara County protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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