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Assisted Living Communities in Fair Oaks, California

Q: In Fair Oaks, how much does assisted living cost?

According to <a href="https://www.caring.com/senior-living/">Caring&#8217;s 2022 Senior Living Report</a>, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Fair Oaks is $4073.

Q: How safe is it to live in Fair Oaks?

The crime rate, which is used as an indicator of how safe a particular area is, in Fair Oaks is 325, which is above the national average of 323.

Q: How is the traffic in Fair Oaks?

There is heavy traffic congestion with an about average crash rate of 8.

Q: What is the average housing cost in Fair Oaks?

At $1,727, the average cost of housing in Fair Oaks is above the nationwide average of $1,442

Q: What is the job market like in Fair Oaks?

Fair Oaks offers a poor job market for older adults. There are typically less than 1 job available per worker and the rate of income inequality in the area is 0.45.

Q: Is Fair Oaks a good place to live without a vehicle?

In Fair Oaks, 94.4% of public transportation stations and vehicles are ADA-accessible. Which is above the national average of 78.28%. On average, there are 1 local transit vehicles per hour. This is less than the national average of 8.

Q: How good are the health care options in Fair Oaks?

Patient satisfaction, which is a key indicator of the quality of health care in an area, averages 72% in Fair Oaks – this is lower the national average patient satisfaction. Additionally, there are 80 primary care physicians for every 100,000 people, which is less the national average of 82.

Q: Does Fair Oaks rank as a good place to retire?

According to Caring.com&#8217;s <a href="https://www.caring.com/senior-living/">2022 Senior Living Report</a> which graded 300 cities using 46 metrics across 5 categories, Fair Oaks ranked in the middle of the pack. It&#8217;s overall rank was 147th, and it scored the best in Health Care, while it&#8217;s lowest score was for Affordability.

Q: Does Fair Oaks have good activities for retirees?

In Fair Oaks, the number of parks is less than the national average. Additionally, the number of cultural, arts, and entertainment options is below the average.

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Fair Oaks, CA below include 458 Assisted Living facilities with 1643 reviews. On average in Fair Oaks, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Fair Oaks, CA and Nearby Cities

At $5,395 per month, Fair Oaks is one of the pricier cities in California for assisted living. Its monthly average cost of care is almost $2,000 higher than the rate in Stockton, which is one of the cheapest cities in California for assisted living at $3,500. Even so, Fair Oaks is an affordable alternative to El Centro, where monthly care fees average $5,825, and San Francisco, where local facilities charge approximately $6,100.

Fair Oaks

$5,395

California

$5,000

San Francisco Area

$6,100

Stockton

$3,500

El Centro

$5,825

Paying for Assisted Living in Fair Oaks

Fair Oaks is one of the more expensive options in California for assisted living, with seniors in this city paying approximately $5,395 per month for care. This is several hundred dollars higher than the state average of $5,000 and nearly $1,100 more than the national rate of $4,300.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fair Oaks

Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Fair Oaks 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 Fair Oaks, CA

While at $5,395 per month assisted living rates in Fair Oaks are high compared to rates in other cities, this type of care is among the more economically priced options locally. Home-based care, including homemaker services and specialized home health aide services, is more expensive at $5,863. Nursing home care is considerably more expensive, with residents in shared rooms paying $9,946 and those in private rooms paying $13,688 per month. The cheapest care option is adult day health care, which features personal care, skilled nursing, meals and activities in a daytime community setting for $1,918 per month.

Homemaker Services

$5,863

Home Health Aide

$5,863

Adult Day Health Care

$1,918

Assisted Living Facility

$5,395

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,946

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$13,688

Note: Care cost data for Fair Oaks was not available, so data for the closest city, Sacramento Area, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Fair Oaks

The Fair Oaks region features access to numerous resources that provide free and low-cost services to older adults, helping them make informed decisions regarding their care and payment options. This table provides an overview of the programs and agencies that serve seniors through services, such as options counseling, legal assistance and access to recreational programming.

Resource	Contact	Service
Area 4 Agency on Aging	(916) 486-1876	The local Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit organization that administers programs and services to older adults. Through this agency, seniors can speak with resource specialists who help them access services in the community, such as options counseling, long-term care ombudsman services, transportation and legal assistance.
Legal Services of Northern California	(916) 376-8915	Legal Services of Northern California is a nonprofit agency that provides free legal advice and assistance to those aged 60 and over. It administers HICAP, the statewide senior health insurance options counseling program. Through HICAP, older adults get one-on-one help with understanding their Medicare benefits and selecting the Medigap or Medicare Advantage policy that fits their needs. The office can also help older adults determine whether they qualify for Medicaid, which can help cover assisted living services.
Veterans Services	(916) 874-6811	Sacramento County’s Veterans Services office is about 12 miles from Fair Oaks. This office is staffed with experienced advisors who help veterans apply for benefits that may cover assisted living, including pension benefits and Aid and Attendance.
Active Adults Program	(916) 536-6413	Fair Oaks’ Active Adults Program features engaging classes and activities for older adults, including weekly meet-ups and age-friendly wellness classes. It also hosts education classes that cover topics, such as Medicare and brain health, as well as wine-tasting, painting and dancing.
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program	(916) 875-3631	RSVP is a nationwide volunteer program for those aged 55 and over. Through the local chapter, older adults can connect with volunteer opportunities in their community, including making friendly phone calls to individuals who are housebound, sewing stuffed animals for local hospitals and tutoring children.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fair Oaks

Fair Oaks-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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is Fair Oaks a good place to live without a vehicle?

How good are the health care options in Fair Oaks?

Does Fair Oaks rank as a good place to retire?

Does Fair Oaks have good activities for retirees?

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Olivia

5.0

December 17, 2023

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

Review of Sunrise of Fair Oaks CA

I visited my friend at Sunrise of Fair Oaks and I had lunch in the dining hall with her. I liked that it smelled nice. The decorations and the furnishings were nice. Most of all, she really liked...

Assisted Living

harleyquinn3

5.0

November 9, 2023

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

Review of Oakmont of Fair Oaks

I recently moved my mom into assisted living at Oakmont and am so grateful to the loving staff and administration who has helped us through this difficult time. My mom is struggling at home very...

Provider response

Harleyquinn3, thank you for your kind words and this wonderful review! It's our pleasure to care for your mom.

Assisted Living

Luve@ll

1.0

October 9, 2023

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

Review of Oakmont of Fair Oaks

This facility looks beautiful and is very impressive until your family member actually lives there. The staff spend way too much time gossiping and talking with each other versus taking care of the...

Provider response

Dear Luve@all, The comfort and engagement of our residents is very important to us, and we're sorry to read that your Oakmont experience did not live up to your expectations. We appreciate your...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Fair Oaks, CA and Nearby Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

In Fair Oaks, how much does assisted living cost?

How safe is it to live in Fair Oaks?

How is the traffic in Fair Oaks?

What is the average housing cost in Fair Oaks?

What is the job market like in Fair Oaks?

Is Fair Oaks a good place to live without a vehicle?

How good are the health care options in Fair Oaks?

Does Fair Oaks rank as a good place to retire?

Does Fair Oaks have good activities for retirees?

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