Known for its many wineries, Santa Rosa sits in California's Sonoma County. The community boasts 55 assisted living facilities to support the needs of its elderly population. Based on 2024 numbers, the standard cost of assisted living in Santa Rosa comes to $7,250 per month, which exceeds the state median of $6,250. Local rates also prove higher than the estimated pricing of $5,350 observed nationally.
This guide features 448 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in Santa Rosa, which earn an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars. Read on to learn more about the area's quality senior care.
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2630 Canterbury Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured The Canterbury Home, and it was clean, bright, and very safety conscious. It's actually run by a doctor. It was cheery, and the staff in the home were upbeat and positive. The minute I walked in there, I just really liked it. Some of the hom..."
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5695 Carriage Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother has been at Carriage House for two months now. It is a very nice accommodation. It is half a mile to my mother's church, which makes it convenient for us getting there and for the people from our church visiting her. The owner lady is wonde..."
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320 Kiva Place, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Sunset Garden II was nice and clean. I like the fact that there are only 4 ladies there, which is wonderful. The owner even is great; she responds to anything that I ask. All of the caregivers -- except for one -- are great. But I?ve made arrangement..."
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718 Palomino Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Dina's Place is a home with so many beds. It's fine and clean. The staff is very nice and very accommodating. My mother shares a room with another elderly lady, and it looks like a crowded bedroom...."
READ MORE819 Scenic Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95407
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I like Hanna House because it is small and it is like a group home. There are only five patients, and it is very close to where I live. I also have good reviews of it, and those are the main reasons why I chose it for my dad. He is fine there, and he..."
READ MORE4760 Granada Dr., Santa Rosa, CA 95409
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Granada Manor is a very caring group and they take good care of mom. They keep in contact with me about anything that might be going on. It's very nice. It is also a facility that's been running for over 20 years in the same place, so it is a little ..."
READ MORE1301 Rivera Court, Santa Rosa, CA 95409
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is already in Brady’s Rivera Court Guest Home. It’s a residential place. I think she’s doing fine. They’re doing a good job. These residential places don’t have a lot of activities, but this one, I believe, has more than most. Several times..."
READ MORE10 Creekview Court, Santa Rosa, CA 95409
4.0
(1 reviews)
"This is an assisted living facility, where most of the residents are high functioning . It's small--just 6 rooms, 12 people total--in a house that's been remodeled according to universal design principles. It's very comfortable, very charming, really..."
READ MORE100 Creek Way, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother has been at Creek Way homes for 2 years now. It's a single-family home, it's clean, bright, and newer, and it has a secure perimeter. They have a little dog that's friendly. The staff was friendly when I'm there...."
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1172 Wild Rose Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
1.0
(1 reviews)
"Wild Rose was originally recommended to us for our Mom 93 years old, by her health provider. Our initial impression was not great because of the poor landscaping and landscape maintenance as we arrived for the first visit. But as it turns out, that..."
READ MORE3260 Hidden Valley Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
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READ MORE916 Renee Court, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
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READ MORE2725 Summerfield Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
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READ MORE505 Umland Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
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READ MORE857 HEARN AVE., Santa Rosa, CA 95407
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5926 Anson Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95409
"Anson Place Residential Care Home is located in Santa Rosa, California. This city is situated in the North Bay area of the state and just 55..."
READ MORE2540 Summerfield Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
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READ MORE1972 Dennis Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
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READ MORE1960 Dennis Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
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READ MORE2324 Fairbanks Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
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READ MOREAssisted living facilities across Santa Rosa typically charge $7,250 monthly, according to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey. This cost positions the city as more expensive than the state median. However, in Napa, pricing sits around $7,488, and in San Francisco, fees are about $7,495, both costlier than Santa Rosa. However, lower rates exist in Vallejo, which sees monthly costs of around $4,944.
Santa Rosa
$7,250
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Napa
$7,488
Vallejo
$4,944
San Francisco
$7,495
Sacramento
$6,340
According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Santa Rosa costs around $7,048 per month which is much higher across the board. The average cost in California is $5,250 per month, and the national monthly median is about $4,500.
Eligible seniors may receive help paying for assisted living through California’s Assisted Living Waiver Program. Financial aid is also available to those with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) through California’s Optional State Supplement (OSS) program.Â
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.
In Santa Rosa, seniors have various care options. Adult day care offers an affordable choice at $3,012 — less than half of what seniors pay for assisted living. Slightly more expensive than assisted living, in-home care and home health care cost $8,294 and $8,199, respectively. For seniors with extensive medical needs, nursing homes present a more expensive option, with typical costs for semi-private rooms starting at $13,916.Â
In-Home Care
$8,294
Home Health Care
$8,199
Adult Day Health Care
$3,012
Assisted Living Facility
$7,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$13,916
There are many resources available for seniors living in or moving into an assisted living facility. A variety of free services and financial assistance are provided by local government agencies and nonprofit organizations.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Sonoma County Area Agency on Aging | (707) 565-5950 | The Sonoma County Area Agency on Aging serves older adults 60 years old and helps with concerns, such as health care, finances and public benefits. It offers online health and wellness classes to educate seniors on how to prevent falls, how to live with chronic pain and diabetes management. Information specialists are available to provide information and referrals for available local programs and services. |
| In-Home Supportive Services Program | (707) 565-5900 | The In-Home Supportive Services Program is provided to eligible seniors over the age of 65 and to blind and disabled individuals. The program helps pay for in-home assistance so seniors can remain safely in their homes. Types of services include personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry and accompaniment to medical appointments. |
| VA Benefits | (707) 565-5960 | The Sonoma County Veterans Service Office can help senior veterans and their families find in-home or residential care options. An assessment is conducted to determine specific needs and matching to the appropriate program. Financial assistance for housing and care to veterans who need supportive medical services are also available to qualified seniors. |
| Senior Centers | (707) 543-3745 | There are two senior centers in Santa Rosa: Person Senior Wing at the Finley Community Center on West College Avenue and Steele Lane Community Center on Steele Lane. Both centers offer seniors aged 50 and up a wide range of programming, including health and fitness classes, life-enrichment opportunities, socialization and recreational activities. |
Santa Rosa Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Donald
4.0
Review of Granada Manor
Granada Manor is a very caring group and they take good care of mom. They keep in contact with me about anything that might be going on. It's very nice. It is also a facility that's been running...
Assisted Living
Thereaa
5.0
Review of Ivy Park at Santa Rosa
My dad will be moving into Ivy Park at Santa Rosa. I absolutely loved it. The staff was so nice. They have so many things for people to do. They have activities and field trips. They are very...
Provider response
Hi Thereaa, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Ivy Park at Santa Rosa! It will be our pleasure to care for your dad, and we look forward to welcoming him home soon!
Assisted Living
Reviewer RC#0410
5.0
Review of Brookdale Paulin Creek
The staff at Brookdale Paulin Creek seemed to be very caring and very friendly. The surroundings, and the aesthetics, were very decorated. It was very clean. There were nice aromas in the rooms. We...
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