Assisted Living Communities in Alameda, California

Alameda sits on an archipelago in San Francisco Bay and features a collection of small islands. The city contains 9 assisted living communities and another 415 sit within driving distance of...

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Assisted Living

Just No

1.0

January 14, 2025

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Oakmont of Mariner Point

Understaffed. No nurse is available, only “med techs.” We had to help our loved one with ADLs. Took 15 minutes for a response to call pendants, sometimes no help arrived at all.

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Hi there,I've been made aware of your concerns, and I regret to read that you are unsatisfied with parts of your experience at Oakmont. I would like to speak with you to learn more about your...

Assisted Living

Malou

5.0

May 31, 2024

I visited this facility

Review of Elders Inn

I toured the Elders Inn. It had a beautiful courtyard, was clean, and had no unpleasant odors. The front desk and touring staff coordinator were very nice. Tristan was great. It is located on a...

Assisted Living

Malou

5.0

May 29, 2024

I visited this facility

Review of Oakmont of Mariner Point

I toured the Oakmont of Mariner Point. It's beautiful and in a beautiful neighborhood, overlooking the water. I'm not choosing it because they don't have enough level of care. Janet and Charles are...

Provider response

Hi Malou, thank you for leaving us this feedback about your visit. We appreciate you taking the time.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Alameda, CA and Nearby Cities

Based on data from the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs about $7,495 per month in Alameda. Local costs trend hundreds of dollars over California’s median of $6,250 and exceed costs in many nearby cities. For example, seniors in Vallejo pay around $2,550 less, and facilities in Stockton charge roughly $4,363.

Alameda

$7,495

California

$6,250

The United States

$5,350

Stockton

$4,363

Napa

$7,488

Vallejo

$4,944

San Jose

$7,150

Paying for Assisted Living in Alameda, CA

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Alameda

Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Alameda through both the Medicaid 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver Program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Alameda, CA

Assisted living ranks among the more cost-effective senior care solutions in Alameda, with residents paying around $7,495 per month for services. By comparison, seniors pay higher fees of approximately $7,531 for in-home care and roughly $8,580 for home health care. While nursing home rates come in higher at around $12,471, adult day health care costs run considerably lower at about $1,842.

In-Home Care

$7,531

Home Health Care

$8,580

Adult Day Health Care

$1,842

Assisted Living Facility

$7,495

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$12,471

Note: Since data for Alameda is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, San Francisco, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Alameda

Alameda offers its seniors a wide range of free and subsidized resources, enabling them to live more fruitful lives in the city. Below are a few resources that can help with medical care, low-cost transportation, dealing with care quality issues and helping out in the community.

Resource	Contact	Service
Long-Term Care Ombudsman	(510) 577-1900	The Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for seniors residing in assisted living communities and other types of senior care. It’s a free service managed by the Alameda County Area Agency on Aging. Ombudsmen regularly visit assisted living facilities to conduct basic inspections and ensure seniors are aware of their rights. If a resident, their family or a third party makes a complaint, the ombudsman will investigate and pursue a resolution with the facility’s manager. Seniors comparing assisted living facilities as potential new homes can request information about them from the ombudsman, such as their inspection reports.
Alameda County Social Services Agency	(510) 271-9100	Alameda County Social Services Agency is a multi-resource organization that focuses on enhancing the social and economic well-being of all age groups in the county. Seniors can call to get information about several resources, such as cooling centers set up during periods of extreme heat, the office of the Public Administrator to discuss wills and estates and multiple transportation options across the county.
San Francisco VA Medical Center	(415) 221-4810	The VA Medical Center provides many services for veterans. These include dental care, geriatric teaching programs, rehab following cardiac arrest and mental health support. There are also numerous clinics near Alameda, such as the Oakland Outpatient Clinic and the Fremont VA Clinic. It’s strongly recommended that vets call before visiting clinics as walk-in appointments aren’t available.
ReCares Medical Equipment Reuse	(510) 251-2273	ReCares is a nonprofit organization that accepts donations of usable medical equipment to pass on to low-income residents of Alameda, including seniors. Some items, such as commodes and front-wheel walkers, are always available. However, other items, such as wheelchairs and walkers with seats, can be more difficult to acquire, although they are provided when available. The organization operates from three sites based in Oakland, San Francisco and Marin County.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Alameda

Alameda-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.