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10 Best Nursing Homes in Walnut Creek, CA
Walnut Creek is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 44 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Walnut Creek, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Walnut Creek is about $5,890, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 609 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Molena, Birds Landing and Moraga.
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It was great. We’ve had two loved ones in there; one a while ago and more recently, my great aunt. It was very positive. The care was good from what I saw and I was there every day.
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My mother has only been there since Friday and so far she seems happy there. The staff seems attentive. She hasn't been seen by a physician yet - that is supposed to happen soon. The staff is friendly and...
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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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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Tampico Terrace, we are committed to treating our residents with dignity and respect. We aim to reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, and to return our residents to their highest level of independence so they can return home. We have a specialized therapy unit for those recovering from...
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
SunBridge Care Center for Pleasant Hill's spacious, inviting atmosphere is ideal for those needing short-term medical rehabilitative care as well as for residents requiring an extended stay and 24-hour nursing services. Our short-term care program features an aggressive rehabilitation and medical...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
This is the home you’ve been looking for – a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Nestled among beautifully aged trees, this gracious friendly environment lets you enjoy life with friends, while our professional staff takes are of housekeeping, maintenance and delicious meal...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Just minutes from Danville and Walnut Creek, this is the home you’ve been looking for -- a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Nested among beautifully aged trees in a quiet neighborhood, most apartments offer a private balcony or patio- many with views of our enchanted gardens or...
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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.
Cost of nursing homes in Walnut Creek, CA
The average cost of senior living in Walnut Creek is $5,890 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsburg, CA with an average of $5,839 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Walnut Creek, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Walnut Creek, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Walnut Creek
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Walnut Creek
The Watermark at Rosewood Gardens in Livermore, CA
5.0
We chose The Watermark at Rosewood Gardens because it was very close to me--less than a mile and we knew 3 others who had or do have a family member there. the front room of the apartment is spacious in comparison to some.
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
Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill
5.0
I think they do a fantastic job at Carlton Senior Living! I helped find this place for a friend, and our experience has been a very good one. It's a beautiful facility, and the staff are all very kind, caring, and professional. They've got all sorts of activities, good food, and a great social ...
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Walnut Creek nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walnut Creek nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Walnut Creek 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
59.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.2%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.2%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.2%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.2%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Walnut Creek nursing homes
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 Walnut Creek Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.4%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Walnut Creek nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Walnut Creek 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
24.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Walnut Creek nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Walnut Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
45.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walnut Creek nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Walnut Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.4%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.1%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.1%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cogir of Brentwood, Greenhills Care Home and Oakmont of Montecito are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Walnut Creek, California. See full list of communities.
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