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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 5167 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 Fremont Hills
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Staff is welcoming and nice to talk with. Especially [name removed] - Director of Culinary Services. She seems as she really cares about the residents and their family members. She always is pleasant to see....
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.
Welcome to Fremont Hills Assisted Living. We are proud to be Fremont's premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Fremont Hills Assisted Living is where residents can enjoy life and their families can have peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are being cared for with dignity and...
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The staff (MedTechs and Aides) are very caring and compassionate. They constantly encourage the residents to participate in the activities they provide, have lots of events with live music, outings, etc.
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.
Bellara Living offers a vibrant and welcoming community, beginning with our serene, oasis-inspired courtyard—an ideal setting to relax with friends, enjoy live entertainment, or dine al fresco under twinkling lights with a chef-crafted meal.Our experience extends indoors to a sunlit bistro where...
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All 5 from what I heard, I haven't been there (I live in texas) my daughters say it's really nice I appreciate that a staff member reminds her of her medication
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.
Cogir of Manteca boasts a Spanish-style exterior and a traditional, warm interior to offer residents a luxuriously comfortable place to call home. Magnificent trees and bushes encompass the community in every shade of green. The community offers premium amenities, friendly care services, and...
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My mother lived at Ivy park for the last 3 1/2 years of her life, and to say that it was a positive experience would just be such an understatement. It started off with meeting [name removed], who was the...
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.
Ivy Park at Salinas is a senior living community with a comfortable coastal vibe and convenient access to Interstate 68. The property is minutes from the ocean; close to numerous farmers’ markets and popular restaurants; and a half-hour from the beauty and charm of Monterey. The property itself...
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They have been pretty supportive with concerns that I have had with my mother's ongoing care and they seem to be pretty attentive with her needs. Clean. Activities throughout the day. My mom likes the food...
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.
Modesto's Finest Memory Care Community Coming Soon—Dedicated to Those with Memory Loss Koelsch Communities proudly announces the construction of EL RIO MEMORY CARE COMMUNITY. This new community will honor 72 residents in a warm and caring atmosphere as they journey through life with Alzheimer's...
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They were very welcoming and accommodating. The facility was clean and vibrant. The food was high quality. It's a wonderful place for seniors.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
With the classic California ambiance of a Mission-style lodge, Atria Valley View is a vibrant assisted living community nestled in the hills of Walnut Creek, conveniently located near downtown, shopping, banking and the John Muir Medical Center.Recently redeveloped to create strong indoor-outdoor...
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OAKMONT is a wonderful place for the care of my husband who is paralyzed. The staff is always there to help him whenever he needs anything like his diaper changed. The food is 5 star! Delicious. The facility...
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.
Oakmont of Burlingame is a lovely retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all within walking distance. Oakmont provides residents and their...
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excessive staff turnover. Food was great initially, after several staffing changes the food has declined. Continued price increases but quality in general has diminished from when our family member moved in....
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.
Emerald Valley offers 48 assisted living apartments with a variety of floor plans, full service bar/bistro, luxury spa and salon, wellness and fitness center, on-site, state-of-the-art movie theatre, outdoor terrace and so much more.Emerald Valley offers Luxury Studio Apartment, Private Terrace,...
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Our father moved in a few years ago, and we couldn’t be any happier with our decision. The facility is clean, the food is good and the management team has been consistent. We can call the executive director...
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.
The Best Value in San Ramon Senior LivingDiscovery Commons in San Ramon, located in San Ramon, California, is a retirement community offering exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care in an intimate and tranquil park-like wellness setting. Considered one of the East Bay’s premier boutique...
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Photo of Sunrise of San Mateo
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Staff are very warm and welcoming Having issues with the billing part of things but working with them directly. We would recommend. It was smaller and a good fit for our mom
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.
About Sunrise of San MateoSunrise of San Mateo offers a homelike and nurturing setting with personal services and engaging activities for seniors of all life stages. Located just minutes away from downtown San Mateo, California, our residents may enjoy a variety of fine dining, shopping and...
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Photo of Manteca Assisted Living and Memory Care
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[name removed] is so very special and makes everybody feel good. It's a blessing to me and my wife being here. All of the staff here at assisted living memory care so very excellent and we thank all for...
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.
Manteca Assisted Living is ideally located across from Diamond Oaks Park, where residents can enjoy picnic lunches and barbecues while watching families enjoy the playground, baseball fields, and basketball courts.Our community offers a selection of 114 villa apartments, including studio,...
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Photo of Westwind Memory Care
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My mother was at Westwind Memory Care for 8 months, until her passing under hospice care. Please see my review of Westwind on Yelp for my full comments. In a nutshell, this place was fantastic. Highly...
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 Westwind Memory Care assisted living community is located in the gorgeous city of Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California. This area is known for its natural beauty and its proximity to Monterey Bay. Seniors who love the water and all things nature will love the Santa Cruz atmosphere. The...
Photo of Mercy Retirement and Care Center
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We love Mercy! It's a great fit for [name removed]! The staff is loving and caring. There are multiple activities each day. The food is very good to excellent cleanliness is very good for our knees. The part...
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.
Mercy Retirement and Care Center is an assisted living community located in Oakland, California, in Alameda County and home to over 413,000 people. Oakland is a wonderful city with lots of businesses, shopping, sporting events, restaurants and stores. Residents will enjoy Bay area views, shopping...
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The staff is terrific and very caring. The food is wonderful, and the rooms are a nice size. The community is a nice location in Carmel.
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.
If you or a loved one is looking for the perfect place to rest and relax, then The Cottages of Carmel will offer you the best experience possibly if you are seeking memory or living care. Here at The Cottages of Carmel, we pride ourselves on giving your choices that will allow you to live your...
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Staff is awesome!!! Very attentive and approachable. Residence are a true community and gently reach out and pull my mom toward socialization. Room is clean and spacious and priced fairly.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Make the Most of Your Golden YearsOur warm and welcoming independent and assisted living community is nestled in one of the most scenic areas of the San Francisco Bay. With a convenient location between Palo Alto and San Mateo, you can embrace all the natural beauty and wonder California has to...
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5 straight across. He loves it and very happy there and it's a great price! My father in-law loves it ! We just saw him yesterday and he said they treat him great . The food is fantastic (which is a big...
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.
When you join our assisted living and memory care community in Tracy, Calif., you, as an assisted living resident, can jump into a busy social calendar and a life of leisure and independence while still receiving the personal assistance you need. Should your needs change over time, and you...
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Very supportive staff and management. Friendly residents and many pleasant activities. The service made the experience positive.
Provides: Assisted 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.
At Cogir of Belmont, seniors can enjoy assisted living with a personalized touch and access to all the San Francisco Bay Area has in store.Here, residents have around-the-clock access to individualized care from compassionate staff based on their needs through services such as scheduled...
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My mom is a feisty handful, and the staff here handle her so well. I thought my mom would give me hard time when I left her there but she didn’t . Thank you staff for taking care of my mama!!!
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.
Orangeburg Manor has been owner operated since 1989. Our caring staff is well trained in the many manifestations of behavioral and physical needs of those with dementia. Level Care Plans allow us to accommodate seniors with various stages of dementia, Alzheimers, Parkinson's, incontinence and...
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I have lived at Landmark Villa for seven months, and it is the best home I have had in years. I would give my overall experience a 5 out of 5. After living in three different senior living communities over...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create...
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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.
Ivy Park at Monterey is a vibrant senior living community tucked away in the historic Monterey County. Just off of the CA-1, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and the iconic Cannery Row waterfront district lined with boutique shops, seafood...
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My family appreciates the care that the administration and staff at Valley Comfort are providing for our mom. They understand dementia and they want to provide the care that my mom needs. They take good care...
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.
Valley Comfort is a family owned and operated community for the elderly. The first facility was opened in February 1989 starting out as a six bed home. Glenda Gaither’s grandmother had suffered a stroke in 1987 and was moved into a nursing home in Fresno, after her aunt could no longer provide...
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I have found the care staff to be extremely caring and patient with my mother, who can be quite a handful, and the rest of the staff are always very helpful. The facility and rooms are perfectly pleasant and...
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Union City is an assisted living senior community that is located in Union City, California. What makes our community unique is its program that is designed to enrich the body, mind, and soul. For the mind, Pacifica Senior Living Union City offers services such as...
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I recently visited a dear friend who moved here last May. She invited me to a Hawaiian-themed party organized by the company. I was truly touched by the warm atmosphere they’ve created for assisted living...
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.
At Ivy Park at Hayward, we promote independence through a vibrant, active and healthy senior living community.Ivy Park at Hayward's greatest asset, and the key to our success, is our people and their devotion to our residents. We strive to hire and retain caregivers who demonstrate heart, who...
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When searching for memory care for our precious mom, Vista Harden Ranch beat them all. From the very personalized first tour, to the at home assessment prior to placing her, Vista showed so much grace and...
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.
At our community, you can do more of what you love.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our retirement community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. Here it’s all about choices—your...
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We are very pleased with our mother staying at Aegis. The facility is like a small hotel with a spacious single occupancy room. There are comfortable spaces for visitation. The staff are kind and helpful....
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.
Nestled in the beautiful tri-city valley, Aegis of Fremont is a new, luxuriously appointed assisted living community. Our building is designed on a smaller scale so it is more homelike and promotes socializing between staff and residents. With such amenities as aromatherapy, massage, a full...
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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 854 family reviews

8.2
Review score380 facilities854 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 854 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
8.1
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 854 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
*Learn more about cost details

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%
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 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%
19.4%
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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%
32.3%
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%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.3%
50.3%
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%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
36.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.5%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.1%
47.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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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