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Assisted living costs in Sierra City average about $4,877 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 35 communities in Sierra City. Our detailed directory has 602 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Provides: 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.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Photo of Glenda Care
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 Limestoneshire Retirement Home
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 Wagoneer Group Care
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.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Sierra City, CA

The average cost of senior living in Sierra City is $4,877 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kelly Ridge, CA with an average of $4,351 per month.

Assisted living costs in Sierra City, CA, vs. nearby cities

Sierra City, CA
$4,877/mo
$4,918/mo

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

Sierra City, CA
$4,877/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Sierra City, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,877/mo
$4,918/mo

Assisted living costs in Sierra City, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,751/mo
Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$5,320/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,586/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,568/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,195/mo

Senior living costs in Sierra City 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: Sierra City, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSierra City, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,877/mo$4,504/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,918/mo$5,459/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$4,462/mo$4,698/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Sierra City, CA:$4,877/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Sierra City, CA:$4,918/mo
California:$5,459/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Sierra City, CA:$4,462/mo
California:$4,698/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sierra City, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sierra City 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
Sierra City, CA$5,314/mo$5,555/mo-4.3%
California$5,496/mo$5,250/mo+4.7%
National$5,237/mo$4,973/mo+5.3%
Sierra City, CA
2024 average cost:$5,314/mo
2023 average cost:$5,555/mo
Percent change:-4.3%
California
2024 average cost:$5,496/mo
2023 average cost:$5,250/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,237/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sierra City, 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 Sierra City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sierra City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sierra City

Brookdale Reno

4.0
I would say there is a high staff turnover but I still feel it is the best fit for my husband. I like that he has a private bedroom with a window, personal climate control, and bathroom with toilet and sink. They also have a lovely and well maintained outdoor space surrounding the facility.

Arbors Memory Care in Sparks, NV

5.0
The admin is knowledgeable, caring, and efficient. Caregivers are just that — caring. The facility is immaculate and well thought out. The gardens are just the cherry on top. It feels like a resort.

The Seasons in Reno, NV

5.0
Management is 100% understanding of everything. They were very interested in why were were moving from another community and what my loved one's needs were. The staff are caring. They constantly check in. Their scheduling is phenomenal. They rely on emergency bracelets as opposed to calls ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities. For example, at Kiley Ranch, residents praise the long-term relationships they have formed with caregivers, while at Country Crest Senior Living, Pacifica Senior Living's staff are described as ' ...
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High-quality, diverse activities. Residents appreciate the range of specialized activities offered at their communities. At Cascades of Grass Valley, Cascades provides card games, bingo, exercise classes, and seated volleyball, while Atria Summit Ridges Atria Summit Ridge offers facts-for-fun and technology assistance.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including private rooms and common areas. For instance, at Park Place Assisted Living, Park Place Assisted Living's cottages are described as 'beautiful' and 'cozy,' while MorningStar Senior Living of Sparkss MorningStar ...
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Personalized care and attention. Residents express gratitude for the individualized care and accommodation of their unique needs. At Atria Summit Ridge, Atria Summit Ridge's staff 'go the extra mile' with kindness, while MorningStar Senior Living of Sparkss MorningStar Senior Living of Sparks ensures residents' requests are ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Throughout the reviews, the quality and choice of meals stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Cascades of the Sierra, residents appreciate the value for cost and food being 'decent but very small portions,' while Atria Grass Valleys Atria Grass Valley serves 'be ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Residents often mention the sense of belonging and friendship they have found among their neighbors and staff. For example, at Atria Summit Ridge, Atria Summit Ridge fosters a sense of 'community,' while Kiley Ranchs Kiley Ranch encourages intergenerational relationships.
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Sierra City review score based on 124 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 124 reviews of 32 Sierra City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sierra City 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

Sierra City review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Sierra City, CA32 facilities
8.3
C-Road, CA33 facilities
8.3
Gold Mountain, CA33 facilities

Review subcategories for Sierra City 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 124 reviews of 32 Sierra City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sierra City 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.
Sierra City, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Sierra City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sierra City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sierra City, 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 Sierra City 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 Sierra City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sierra City, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.1%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sierra City 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 Sierra City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sierra City, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sierra City 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 Sierra City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sierra City, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sierra City 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 Sierra City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sierra City, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
56.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sierra City 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 Sierra City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sierra City, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
65.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.1%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
43.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sierra City

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

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Atria Summit Ridge, Atria Grass Valley and MorningStar Senior Living of Sparks are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sierra City, California. See full list of communities.
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