Bethesda Home
22427 Montgomery St, Hayward, CA 94541
4.2
(4 reviews)
"I went to Bethesda Home. The place was nice. The location was good. The lady was very professional. The place looked clean. It looked very nice and peaceful...."
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22427 Montgomery St, Hayward, CA 94541
4.2
(4 reviews)
"I went to Bethesda Home. The place was nice. The location was good. The lady was very professional. The place looked clean. It looked very nice and peaceful...."
READ MORE2361 E 29th St, Oakland, CA 94606
4.2
(73 reviews)
"We enjoyed our tour of Pacifica Senior Living Oakland Heights. It had a nice garden area that all of the residents could go into on their own free will. The staff seem nice and caring. We were there for their Thanksgiving family lunch. So, families c..."
READ MORE1000 East 14th Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
4.1
(28 reviews)
"I toured Carlton Senior Living San Leandro. It was very good. The place was very small. I wasn't even thinking too much because they don't have any private rooms. My friend Orvis has to have a private room in memory care but they don't have any priva..."
READ MORE3003 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland, CA 94602
4.1
(6 reviews)
"I really liked the layout of Dimond Care and everything that they had to claim for it. Unfortunately it's out of our price range. The staff was really good, he's one of the owners. The room was very nice. They were watching TV, but it was early in th..."
READ MORE1400 Montego, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.1
(38 reviews)
"Atria Walnut Creek is right across the parking lot from the nursing home where my husband is. I'm independent and I'm staying in a respite suite. My living space is very nice and very spacious. And because it's a respite apartment, it's very nicely f..."
READ MORE2770 Pleasant Hill Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
4.1
(31 reviews)
"I have an application to Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill. I saw the assisted living, and it was a very good experience. They're so friendly, I like the layout of the apartment, all the services, the laundry, and the meals in the rooms. They have ..."
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345 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
4.0
(19 reviews)
"I was very pleased with Marymount Villa. The staff was wonderful. As soon as I walked into the door, there was somebody there who greeted me. When I went to each floor, there were members of the staff with the residents and they all greeted me. The r..."
READ MORE501 King Drive, Daly City, CA 94015
4.0
(16 reviews)
"We visited Serra Highlands Senior Living. It was nice. Everything was very clean, and the people were really friendly. The rooms were a little outdated. They had shared bathrooms, and they were pretty small. They had to share a bathroom with the othe..."
READ MORE1100 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706
4.0
(8 reviews)
"We toured Belmont Village Albany. They had a lot of activities. We liked the programs that they had. We liked that they also had medical staff 24/7. Their place was very light and bright. They have multiple areas for eating and theyre very modern. W..."
READ MORE458 Mills Drive, Benicia, CA 94510
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Benicia Angel's Home I was amazing. I felt that it was exactly what I wanted my mother-in-law to be. The grounds were lovely and the house inside was lovely. Each bedroom had its own bathroom or a shared bathroom. It was very nice and very clean. The..."
READ MORE22400 Second St., Hayward, CA 94541
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Bellara Senior Living. It was nice, very fancy. An experience that you want for anyone senior and transitioning into their later years. They have on-call nurses, and they have everything that you need there, you don't have to go out and get ..."
READ MORE2421 Wasden Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I chose Welcome Home in Walnut Creek for mother, but she hasn't been there long. She said she liked the food. They had people come in to play music, maybe a guitar, and I believe I saw some people playing Bingo and puzzles. Her room was fully furnish..."
READ MORE1972 Jeanette Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband has moved into Rose Cottage. They're very responsive to my needs. They take good care of my husband, and he seems to be doing well there. They keep up with everything. They make sure he has what he needs, medication-wise and food-wise. The..."
READ MORE485 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA 94061
4.0
(58 reviews)
"I was very pleased with what Brookdale Redwood City offers, what they have, and what I think I want. The staff member who gave the tour was very, very nice. She answered all my questions, and one of my daughters went with me, and she was very pleased..."
READ MORE853 Tamalpais Avenue, Novato, CA 94947
3.9
(25 reviews)
"I toured Atria Tamalpais Creek. I thought it was the best fit considering the activities and homey feel. It seemed like it was the best fit for my mother's personality. Her room is a typical studio with a small kitchenette. It has a high ceiling, a b..."
READ MORE1700 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
3.9
(19 reviews)
"My aunt moved into Byron Park and is having the best time! Every time we visit she's busy with her new friends, enjoying happy hours, live music and all the fun and interesting programs. She loves sitting in the garden and swimming in the pool. We lo..."
READ MORE140 Glen Cove Marina Rd, Vallejo, CA 94591
3.8
(9 reviews)
"I'm at The Lodge at Glen Cove right now. I went to three communities, and The Lodge is the most modern, the most caring, has the most money invested in it, and it's the newest. And in addition to that, it's right on the water in Vallejo whereas the o..."
READ MORE2883 South Norfolk Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
3.8
(41 reviews)
"I love everything about Atria. From the receptionist, carestaffs, waitstaff and the management. A lot of varieties of activities being offered. Angie the activities director and her assistant Annelly are doing a great job in the activities. They both..."
READ MORE2780 26th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601
3.8
(11 reviews)
"I'm in Bellaken Garden & Skilled Nursing Center for rehab, and it's been very good. I also like the fact that they're in a military insurance provider network. The upkeep is very good, too. It was hard for me to learn about the staff here. Once I di..."
READ MORE2400 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA 94501
3.6
(21 reviews)
"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 great. They gave a gift bag like a box of cookies bu..."
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Mary Fossourier
5.0
Review of Portola Gardens
ROOMS: The rooms are quiet and clean Residents do not need to bring their own furniture. Furniture, plus bed and bedding are provided. FOOD: I have visited but have not participated in any...
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Cynthia S
5.0
Review of Coterie Cathedral Hill
I have had family living at Coterie since June 2024, and can confidently say it is one of most exceptional assisted living facilities in the SF Bay Area. This was confirmed by research and in...
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Isaac
4.0
Review of Portola Gardens
I toured Portola Gardens. I thought that it was a nice, open atmosphere and everything was very clean, and orderly. They have a very nice property, and a lot of places to walk around. They have...
Although San Francisco is expensive for assisted living, Salinas, which is just outside of the Bay Area, costs exactly $1,000 more, at $7,100. Inland but only 110 miles away from San Francisco, Merced costs $3,750. This might be better for seniors looking for the sunshine and scenery of California without the high price tag. Another great choice for retirees on a budget is San Diego, where the price is slightly above the national average, at $4,525. Redding, in the most northern part of the state, costs less than the state average, at $4,500, as does Fresno, in the west, at $4,750 per month. El Centro, at the south of the state, is a little more affordable than the Bay Area, with a monthly average price of $5,825.
San Francisco
$6,100
California
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Redding
$4,500
El Centro
$5,825
San Diego
$4,525
Fresno
$4,750
Salinas
$7,100
Merced
$3,750
When comparing the cost of assisted living in San Francisco with the national and state averages using Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, it’s clear that it’s not a cheap place to live. In fact, it’s nearly $2,000 more expensive than the U.S. average of $4,300, and more than $1,000 above California’s average of $5,000.
The Bay Area, and California as a whole, is focused on keeping seniors in their own homes for as long as possible. Financial help in paying for assisted living facilities is extremely limited when compared to in-home or nursing home care as a result of this statewide policy. The Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program is available in San Francisco for people with full-scope Medi-Cal eligibility, although this does not cover all aspects of assisted living.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Senior Community Service Employment Program | (415) 982-7007 | These work-based job training opportunities are a community service for older adults over age 55 who are unemployed and have a family income of below 125% of the state-sanctioned poverty level. The average work week is around 20 hours and there’s the potential to earn the maximum out of federal, state or local minimum wages. Seniors over the age of 65, veterans, those with disabilities, living in a rural area, at risk of homelessness and with low employment prospects will get priority treatment. |
Seniors Against Investment Fraud | (866) 275-2677 | Older adults over the age of 50 are targeted by scammers who commit financial and investment fraud, and SAIF is dedicated to preventing Californians falling victim to this type of crime. The goal of the organization is to empower seniors so they’re vigilant and informed about how to safely make investments and other important financial decisions. |
California Department of Justice | (415) 510-3476 | It’s crucial that seniors are informed about the various ways elder abuse can occur as they get older and potentially become more vulnerable. Abuse isn’t just a physical phenomena, but it can also be financial or emotional. The website contains useful information about how to spot the signs of elder abuse. There are also plenty of resources for anyone who’s concerned that they or someone close to them is suffering as a result of this terrible crime. |
Bay Area Older Adults | (408) 774-0593 | Bay Area Older Adults is a charity that aims to enrich the lives of individuals aged 50 and over. It does this by organizing fun events and giving seniors the opportunity to socialize on nature trails, sightseeing and learning to cook new foods. People who prefer going solo or taking part in activities with friends and family can still use its wealth of resources to explore the local area safely and joyfully. Membership is free. |
San Francisco Senior Beat | (415) 821-1003 | San Francisco Senior Beat is a digital magazine created for seniors in the Bay Area by seniors in the Bay Area. It includes various inspirational and moving stories and aims to give a platform to people who don’t necessarily always have their voices heard. The website also includes helpful links and local events for seniors. |
The Bay 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.