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Assisted Living

Eric9

4.0

March 26, 2025

I visited this facility

Review of Oakland Heights Senior Living

My mom will be moving to Pacifica Senior Living Oakland Heights. It's near, and they have some activities she might enjoy. It's a nice size room, and the upkeep is good. They have a movie theater...

Assisted Living

Lynell

4.0

January 8, 2025

I visited this facility

Review of Ivy Park at Oakland Hills

I toured Ivy Park at Oakland Hills. Everything about Ivy Park was good except for the area around it. I like to walk around and there wasn't much to see because it's up high in the hills. I can...

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Hi Lynell, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Ivy Park at Oakland Hills! We sincerely thank you for the positive review and hope to see you again soon!

Assisted Living

Lynell

4.0

January 8, 2025

I visited this facility

Review of Lake Park Senior Living

I toured Lake Park Senior Living. It was a beautiful place. It's on the lake. I saw from the upper level a lady walking on a large walking trail on one of the rooftops, and she was alone. I asked...

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

In Oakland, older adults pay approximately $6,319 per month for assisted living. This is over $1,000 higher than the state median of $5,250, and it’s about $1,800 over the national average of $4,500, indicating that Oakland is one of the most expensive cities in the state and nation for care. In San Jose, care costs are a little lower at $6,000. In Modesto, seniors pay $4,000 per month, while Stockton rates are even lower at $3,649. Oakland’s monthly rates are economical compared to care costs in Santa Rosa, which come in at $7,048.

Oakland

$6,319

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

San Jose

$6,000

Modesto

$4,000

Stockton

$3,649

Santa Rosa

$7,048

Paying for Assisted Living in Oakland

Assisted living facilities in Oakland charge an estimated $6,319 per month for housing and care.

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

Assisted living costs $6,319 per month in Oakland, which is affordable compared to rates for most other long-term care options. Those who seek personal care at home pay $6,864 per month for in-home care, and those who need skilled nursing pay $7,150 for home health care. Nursing home fees are even higher at $11,566 for shared rooms. Adult day health care is the cheapest option at $1,950 per month.

In-Home Care

$6,864

Home Health Care

$7,150

Adult Day Health Care

$1,950

Assisted Living Facility

$6,319

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$11,566

Note: Care cost data for Oakland was not available, so data for the closest city, San Francisco, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Oakland

Navigating the system and finding assisted living services in Oakland can be challenging. Fortunately, seniors can access several programs and services that provide free assistance. The following table highlights top resources for seniors in the region.

Resource	Contact	Service
Area Agency on Aging	(510) 577-1900	The AAA for Oakland administers a full range of free services to those aged 60 and over, helping them maintain their independence and make informed decisions regarding their care. Seniors can contact the AAA to help research assisted living facilities in the region and ways to pay for services.
Downtown Oakland Senior Center	(510) 238-3284	The Downtown Oakland Senior Center is a recreational center for those aged 55 and over. At this location, seniors can participate in age-friendly fitness programs, arts and crafts, games and congregate meals. The center is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and membership costs $12 annually.
Empowered Aging	(510) 638-6878	Empowered Aging is a regional nonprofit organization that provides supportive and informational services for seniors. It’s the long-term care ombudsman for the region, advocating for those in assisted living and ensuring they receive a high standard of care. It also administers the Resident Empowerment Program.
Legal Assistance for Seniors	(510) 832-3040	Legal Assistance for Seniors is a nonprofit organization that provides free civil legal services for those aged 60 and over. Seniors can contact the program for help with applying for public benefits and guidance on understanding assisted living contracts and residents’ rights.
VA Oakland Regional Office	(800) 698-2411	At the VA Oakland Regional Office, older veterans get one-on-one help applying for benefits that may help pay for assisted living expenses, including veterans’ and survivors’ pensions, Aid and Attendance and disability compensation. The office can also screen for eligibility for VA health care, community care and health insurance.