Stockton sits in California’s Central Valley along the San Joaquin River, about 60 miles east of the San Francisco Bay Area. In this city, seniors have 48 assisted living facilities to choose from, along with 81 more in nearby communities. In 2024, the baseline rate for care comes to around $4,363, falling well below the California median of $6,250.
Our comprehensive guide to assisted living in Stockton includes 481 reviews unbiased reviews. Based on this feedback, local facilities have an average satisfaction rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
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209 NO. SCHOOL STREET, Lodi, CA 95240
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Gentle Care Home has been an amazing blessing for my step-Dad, and therefore our entire family. Most other facilities refused to care for him. The owner is very compassionate and has been able to bring peace and trust into my step-Dad's life. It i..."
READ MORE591 Flowering Plum Place, Brentwood, CA 94513
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My sister is at Flowering Plums Assisted Living. They were going to be the best match for my sister. The staff are very nice. They're very good. Her room is very nice. It's a good-sized room and she's by herself. She seems very content to be there...."
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9845 Alta Mesa Road, Wilton, CA 95693
3.5
(2 reviews)
"The staff of Sunshine Glory Care Home are really amazing. They really care for their clients. They provide personalized support. You can feel their love as they do their job. They don't just help you physically but more so spiritually. They know how ..."
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3209 Hummingbird Lane, Modesto, CA 95356
3.0
(1 reviews)
"I went to Lidia's Blessed Home. It's a beautiful home, but it's way too expensive. Only the owner assisted me, and she wanted too much money. It was clean, updated, and it was a home, which was what I was looking for. It was not institutional...."
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1321 South Fairmont Avenue, Lodi, CA 95240
3.0
(2 reviews)
"My parents moved to Balance Assisted Living and Memory Care primarily because of the location. We've had great experiences with them, so far. The food and the staff are wonderful. At this point, we don't have any issues. The staff has a great attitud..."
READ MORE9559 Lazy Saddle Way, Elk Grove, CA 95624
3.0
(1 reviews)
"There are only six of us here in Jones Care, which means you eat and live in the same house with the same people all the time. Everyone here is wonderful, and the food is excellent. We have one caregiver for 24 hours, five days a week, and another on..."
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641 Tracey Jean Court, Tracy, CA 95377
2.5
(2 reviews)
"Grace Manor is a very well established residential care facilities. They seem to be very well regulated, and meet a lot of care and safety standards. Unlike a lot of other assisted living facilities, this particular one has a very homey feel to it, a..."
READ MORE5348 KIERNAN AVENUE, Salida, CA 95368
1.0
(2 reviews)
"This place is the bottom rung facility they apparently do not have an activities director it reeks of cigarette smoke so bad in the facility I can't believe anybody could survive it ..."
READ MORE334 Redwood Ave, Tracy, CA 95376
"Gavero's Care Home houses and cares for its senior residents inside of a well-maintained single-family home in one of Tracy's densely packed..."
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8708 Thetford Court, Elk Grove, CA 95624
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READ MORE5397 Port Alice Way, Salida, CA 95368
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8604 Banff Vista Drive, Elk Grove, CA 95624
"Camelot Care Homes are what are known as Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly or RCFE's. Licensed by Department of Social Services/Co..."
READ MORE8933 Shady Vista Court, Elk Grove, CA 95624
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READ MORE9445 Mainline Drive, Elk Grove, CA 95624
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READ MORE1611 Minnesota Avenue, Brentwood, CA 94513
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READ MORE2145 Connie Lane, Oakley, CA 94561
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READ MORE16460 Escalon-Bellota Road, Escalon, CA 95320
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READ MORE21373 Eastern Heights Rd, Linden, CA 95236
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8700 Milo Court, Elk Grove, CA 95624
"Palm Valley Care Home is located in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. We are close to shops and restaurants, as well as parks and schools. ..."
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2296 Indian Springs Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513
"Summit Peaks Care Home I offers residents independent living options and daily support services. We offer private and semi private rooms. On..."
READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living rates in Stockton come in at about $4,363 per month. This rate compares favorably to the respective state and national norms of $6,250 and $5,350. Local care costs also run hundreds of dollars below rates in nearby cities, such as Sacramento, where seniors pay about $6,340, and San Jose, where facilities charge around $7,150.
Stockton
$4,363
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Sacramento
$6,340
Vallejo
$4,944
Modesto
$4,100
Santa Jose
$7,150
Seniors can find financial assistance through the state’s Medicaid Assisted Living Waiver program, which pays for services in assisted living facilities in several counties. The state provides an optional state supplement (OSS) to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients living in an assisted living facility and caps room and board charges for Medicaid-eligible residents to the combined federal SSI and OSS payments minus a personal needs allowance.
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.
With monthly rates near $4,363, assisted living costs in Stockton compare favorably to fees for other senior care options. For example, seniors pay higher rates of roughly $6,101 for in-home care and about $6,483 for home health care. Nursing home fees run even higher, with facilities charging about $12,547 for semi-private accommodations.
In-Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,483
Assisted Living Facility
$4,363
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$12,547
There are many resources available for seniors who live in or are considering relocating to Stockton. Nonprofit organizations and local government agencies alike offer free services, advice and support to help seniors maintain their independence and access the resources they need at this stage in their lives.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging and Community Services San Joaquin County | (209) 468-1000 | The Department of Aging and Community Services supports older adults and their caregivers via a number of programs and services. It offers advice, signposting to other services, education and information on everything from government benefits to disaster preparedness. It also runs day care programs and several community centers in the region. |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Stockton – Senior Services | (209) 444-5900 | The Catholic Charities Diocese of Stockton runs a Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) for older adults who are isolated due to medical issues. It also offers a transportation program, basic homemaker services and support for seniors who are leaving the hospital and need help to ease into living at home again. These services are not faith-specific and are open to all older adults in Stockton who meet the eligibility requirements. |
| San Joaquin County Veterans Service Office | (209) 468-2916 | The San Joaquin County Veterans Service Office helps older adults who are eligible for veteran-related benefits navigate the complexities of the VA benefits system. The County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) supports veterans and their surviving spouses by providing them with information about pensions, disability compensation and supplements, such as the Aid and Attendance Benefit. Where necessary, the CVSO can assist with completing forms or appealing if benefits were declined. |
Stockton-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.
Assisted Living
Gloria
5.0
Review of Novellus Stockton
I had an in-person tour of Novellus Stockton. They are refurbishing the place, and it looks very nice. I was greeted very warmly. They gave me a good tour of the facility. I felt very comfortable...
Assisted Living
Charletta
5.0
Review of Oakmont of Brookside
I toured Oakmont of Brookside. The place was nice. I didn't have any complaints about the place. It was a beautiful location, and they answered all my questions. The customer service was great. The...
Provider response
Hi Charletta, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Oakmont of Brookside and we sincerely thank you for the positive review!
Assisted Living
Maria
5.0
Review of Sunny Place Of Stockton
This place is truly one of a kind find in the central valley. The staff are so kind and welcoming. They call each resident by name too! The food is fresh and mostly organic, and upon request they...
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