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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 11 assisted living communities and another 415 sit within driving distance of the city proper. Cost data from 2024 suggests that seniors in this community pay around $7,495 per month for assisted living, with local rates exceeding California’s median by around $1,250.

Our guide includes 1482 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities, helping you make informed decisions regarding your long-term care plans. On average, local facilities earn a quality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.

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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. 

ResourceContactService
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(510) 577-1900The 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) 271-9100Alameda 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) 221-4810The 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) 251-2273ReCares 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Malou

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...

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Assisted Living

Malou

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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Suzanne

I visited this facility

Review of Waters Edge Lodge

The tour at Waters Edge Lodge was very thorough. The gentleman that gave the tour was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was very informative and pleasant. It went well. He showed me probably...

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