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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in West Oakland, CA
Assisted living costs in West Oakland average about $4,757 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 84 communities in West Oakland. Our detailed directory has 939 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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Cost of assisted living in West Oakland, CA
The average cost of senior living in West Oakland is $4,757 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sausalito, CA with an average of $4,631 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in West Oakland, CA vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in West Oakland, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in West Oakland
Recent reviews for assisted living in West Oakland
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.
Blue Horizon Living LLC in Concord, CA
4.8
They are great at Blue Horizon Living LLC. Mom just missed dad and that is the only reason that we took her out. The management and staff are exceptional at this facility. They were very patient with mom as she was in a lot of pain. I really couldn't ask for a better place for mom. The people ...
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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
West Oakland review score based on 106 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 106 reviews of 76 West Oakland assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The West Oakland 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
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Review subcategories for West Oakland 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 106 reviews of 76 West Oakland assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare West Oakland 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.West Oakland, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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West Oakland assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Oakland assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Oakland, 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 West Oakland 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 West Oakland 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
43.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.1%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.8%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in West Oakland 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 West Oakland Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.9%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Oakland 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 West Oakland 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
19.7%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
30.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in West Oakland 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 West Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
32.9%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Oakland 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 West Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
39.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.9%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
36.8%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
23.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.2%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in West Oakland
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 West Oakland protect seniors.
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La Orinda Care Home, Greenhills Care Home and Coterie Cathedral Hill are the top-rated assisted living facilities near West Oakland, California. See full list of communities.
There are 84 assisted living facilities near West Oakland, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in West Oakland, California are Greenhills Care Home, Coterie Cathedral Hill and Sunrise of San Mateo. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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