The Kensington
1580 Geary Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
4.6
(16 reviews)
"My mother will move into The Kensington. The staff was professional and kind. They were great. It's a beautiful facility. My husband said the food was very good...."
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1580 Geary Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
4.6
(16 reviews)
"My mother will move into The Kensington. The staff was professional and kind. They were great. It's a beautiful facility. My husband said the food was very good...."
READ MORE1228 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
4.3
(21 reviews)
"The rooms at Atria Valley View are homey and comfortable, with up-to-date features. Of course, storage space is minimal, but that is something one would expect when downsizing and moving to a multi-unit facility. The food here is way better than I ..."
READ MORE1400 Montego, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.1
(37 reviews)
"My Mom and I were very happy with the staff and assistance at Atria Walnut Creek. It's a well-run, modern, and cheerful place. Mom's medical needs unfortunately required her to move to another facility but that's no reflection on Atria. They provided..."
READ MORE2175 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.4
(12 reviews)
"The environment is a very welcoming and has a clean feel. The social areas are ample and the staff amazing...."
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 MORE2015 Mt Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94596
3.8
(8 reviews)
"Walnut Creek Willows was a larger community. It was a 72-bed facility. It was one of the nicest, largest communities that I've ever seen. The administrator there and the staff cared for the residents and there's a warmth that you feel when you get th..."
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2562 Venado Camino, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Walnut Creek Care Home seemed nice. The staff was nice, too. My sister will have her own room with a wall and a sliding door to the outside. It's small, but it's a nice room and they allow cats. They only have six beds, so they don't have a lot of ac..."
READ MORE1621 Third Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
2.8
(7 reviews)
"Not many reviews to be found on Harmony home. It is not a large facility, not modern and up to date as far as rooms, decor goes. This is all true. My sister has lived there a few years now, and she is a handful to put it mildly, due to her Traumatic ..."
READ MORE113 Rock Oak Court, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Emerald Home was nice and the people there are very nice. The food is okay. The rooms are pretty small but they're okay. ..."
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 MORE11 Norlyn Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
"Classic Care Home of Walnut Creek is an established Residential Care Facility since the year 2000 for Seniors. We are a non-medical facili..."
READ MORE1866 San Miguel Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
4.6
(13 reviews)
"I moved my spouse from a 120 sq ft facility care room to a spacious Tiffany Court studio apt with self contain Bathroom. Our previous care facility room was half the size with shared bathroom. The price for this studio is reasonable. Jan, the Comm..."
READ MORE2069 Gill Port Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Strawberry Hill at Gill Port was excellent. The home was spotless. The people who work there were just really, really wonderful. But the reason why that one isn't a good selection for me, is at this time, all of the residents are men and my family me..."
READ MORE2801 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Oak Grove Manor is a board and care facility on Oak Grove Road in an upscale residential neighborhood of Walnut Creek, about 20-30 minutes outside of San Francisco. It's safe, secure, spotless"”but also homey in décor. And the grounds are beautiful. ..."
READ MORE1095 Bancroft Court, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother has stayed there for a few years so far. She's 95, has a spacious room with her own bathroom. The aides that care for her are wonderfu...."
READ MORE1959 Carriage Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is in Carriage Care, and they are doing a beautiful job. The care is round the clock. She has a huge, beautiful, private room. They gave her a hospital bed. They'd give her anything she wants. She has cable TV in her room, and because they ..."
READ MORE594 Rock Oak Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My wife moved into Rock Oak Villa. Its a converted private house, the ratio of caregiver to patient is extremely good, theres three or four caregivers for the four or five folks that are there, and the care is obviously very good. They go out of th..."
READ MORE141 Via Monte, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.0
(1 reviews)
"They let me have my pet over here at Joned's Rest Home. The room they provided is really big so I have some extra stuff to store. I wouldn't have to put it in storage. It also has its own private bath which is important because I can't walk anymore. ..."
READ MORE14 Lommel Court, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
4.0
(1 reviews)
"This is a board and care home located in a nice residential neighborhood, with sidewalks. It also has a nice backyard. I've had a number of clients placed there. The rooms are beautiful, immaculate. And the staff is wonderful and well trained. Some ..."
READ MORE2801 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My parents have moved into Viamonte at Walnut Creek. It is a very nice facility. It's new and very well done. They are also expensive, but nice. They're brand new, modern, and stylish. They have nice amenities. The location is good. The staff is nice..."
READ MORESeniors in Walnut Creek pay $6,319 per month for assisted living services, which is high compared to the state average of $5,250 and the national rate of $4,500. Those seeking more affordable care may find competitive rates in other central California cities, including Santa Cruz, where fees come in at $5,500, and Yuba City, where rates are closer to the national median at $4,658. In Stockton, assisted living fees are among the lowest in California at $3,649, and in Santa Rosa, care costs are the highest at $7,048.
Walnut Creek
$6,319
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Santa Cruz
$5,500
Yuba City
$4,658
Stockton
$3,649
Santa Rosa
$7,048
In Walnut Creek, assisted living residents pay $6,319 per month for care.
Financial aid is available for low-income and indigent aging citizens, and personal free care consultations can be arranged through the Care First website. Help managing the costs of assisted living is also available from the state through its Medi-Cal waiver program, which helps divert eligible seniors from skilled nursing homes and into residential care communities.
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.
Seniors in Walnut Creek have a range of long-term care options available, depending on the level of care they need. Assisted living is priced at $6,319 per month. Home care and home health care provide a similar level of service in the individual’s home for $6,864 and $7,150, respectively, and nursing home care is costlier at $11,566. For those seeking more economically priced care, adult day health care costs $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
The Walnut Creek region has several agencies and programs to help seniors find long-term care options that best fit their needs. The following table highlights resources, such as the Area Agency on Aging, the veterans’ services office and the long-term care ombudsman, which can help older adults navigate the system and make informed decisions regarding their care.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Area Agency on Aging | (800) 510-2020 | The Area Agency on Aging operates the Information & Assistance Helpline seniors can call for personalized assistance with finding programs and services in their community to supplement what they get through assisted living. The agency also provides health insurance options counseling and assistance for Medicare beneficiaries. |
Veterans Service Office | (925) 313-1481 | The Veterans Service Office helps qualified veterans and their family members to obtain local, state and federal veterans’ benefits, including those that may help pay for assisted living. The office provides one-on-one assistance to seniors over the phone and through virtual meetings, which seniors can schedule on weekdays. |
Empowered Aging | (925) 685-2070 | Empowered Aging is a nonprofit organization that advocates for seniors. It operates the resident Empowerment Program, which helps seniors with advance planning. It also houses the long-term care ombudsman for the region, which visits assisted living facilities to educate residents of their rights and ensure a high standard of care. |
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services | (925) 609-7900 | Contra Costa Senior Legal Services is a countywide nonprofit organization that operates free legal clinics and provides public education workshops on issues, such as preventing elder abuse, advance health care planning and public benefits. It also assists older adults with consumer debt issues. |
Walnut Creek Seniors Club | (925) 943-5851 | The Walnut Creek Seniors Club meets at the Civic Park Community Center Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This nonprofit organization provides activities for over 2,500 area residents aged 50 and over, including games, art classes and services, such as medical insurance counseling and income tax preparation. |
Walnut Creek 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
Cindy
5.0
Review of The Kensington
My mother will move into The Kensington. The staff was professional and kind. They were great. It's a beautiful facility. My husband said the food was very good.
Assisted Living
Mark O'Connor
5.0
Review of Atria Walnut Creek
My Mom and I were very happy with the staff and assistance at Atria Walnut Creek. It's a well-run, modern, and cheerful place. Mom's medical needs unfortunately required her to move to another...
Assisted Living
AGNconcord
5.0
Review of Ivy Park at Walnut Creek
The environment is a very welcoming and has a clean feel. The social areas are ample and the staff amazing.
Provider response
Hi there, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Ivy Park at Walnut Creek! We sincerely thank you for the positive review and hope to see you again soon!