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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Saratoga, CA for 2024

 

Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Saratoga offers access to beautiful parks, museums and shopping and dining destinations. This age-friendly city has a large senior community that makes up almost a quarter of its 30,000 residents, and it’s a prime destination for seniors seeking access to health care amenities and long-term care solutions.

For many Saratoga seniors, assisted living is a practical long-term care option that combines tailored personal care with maintenance-free living. Residents have individualized care plans that include services such as help with personal grooming or bathing, and they can enjoy three meals daily, along with recreational activities throughout the week. Along with providing basic services and daily assistance, many facilities offer an engaging environment through resident-led clubs, holiday celebrations and amenities such as swimming pools and libraries. Monthly rates vary, but on average, Saratoga seniors pay $5,550 per month for this level of care. This exceeds the state norm of $5,250 and the national average of $4,500.

Through this guide, readers can get more information on assisted living in Saratoga, including a breakdown of how care costs compare to rates in nearby cities and common ways to pay for services.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Saratoga

All assisted living facilities in Saratoga are licensed through the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. This department enforces rules related to care planning, housing and services, and it monitors local facilities through the San Jose Adult and Senior Care unit. To reach this regional office, individuals can call (408) 324-2112.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Saratoga

 

  • Saratoga’s ranking on the AARP Age-Friendly Network distinguishes the city as one of the best California communities for seniors. The city has a livability index score of 56 for its local amenities, which include parks, grocery stores and libraries. Additionally, the local preventable hospitalization rate is notably lower than the national norm at 25.1 compared to the U.S. average of 38.2.
  • On an annual basis, Santa Clara County has 16 high ozone days and 20 high particle pollution days, which may impact the health and comfort of seniors in Saratoga. Based on this, the American Lung Association gives the county failing scores for these pollution categories, although the county has a passing grade for annual particle pollution levels. To keep residents safe, assisted living facilities typically have indoor activities throughout the year.
  • Saratoga residents aged 65 and over can obtain transportation services through RYDE, a nonprofit organization that provides curb-to-curb services in Santa Clara County. Through this service, seniors can attend non-emergency medical appointments, errands and social outings. The fee is based on distance, and financial assistance is available to those who qualify. This can supplement services available through local assisted living facilities.
  • In California, seniors don’t pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits, but other forms of retirement income are taxable at rates ranging from 1% to 12.3%. While this can affect some seniors’ assisted living budgets, the state helps older adults keep more money in the bank through its senior income tax exemption.
  • Saratoga is an expensive place to live, with an overall cost of living that’s 188% higher than the national average. Groceries cost 43% more than the nationwide norm and utilities are 9% more expensive, but housing is the main driver at 648% of the nation’s average. Fortunately, living in a residential setting, rather than owning or renting a home, can provide savings for some seniors.
  • While Saratoga doesn’t have a hospital, local seniors have access to a full range of medical services through Good Samaritan Hospital and Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, both of which are within 5 miles of the city.

Paying for Assisted Living in Saratoga

 

On average, Saratoga seniors pay $5,550 per month for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities in Saratoga charge $5,550 per month for care, which exceeds the national average by 12% and the California norm by 6%. Even so, local care costs are moderate compared to rates in other cities in Central California. In San Jose and San Francisco, monthly care costs are several hundred dollars higher than in Saratoga at $6,000 and $6,319, respectively. On the other hand, seniors in Modesto generally pay about 28% less for assisted living than Saratoga residents, while in Stockton, care costs are 34% lower than the local norm. 

Saratoga

$5,550

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

San Francisco

$6,319

San Jose

$6,000

Modesto

$4,000

Stockton

$3,649

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living facilities in Saratoga charge $5,550 per month for housing and care, making this the most affordable senior care option in the city. This type of care costs 19% less than in-home care and 21% less than home health care, neither of which includes living expenses, such as housing and meals. Additionally, it’s about half the cost of nursing home care, which starts at $10,646 per month for 24-hour medical support and semi-private accommodations.

In-Home Care

$6,864

Home Health Care

$7,007

Assisted Living Facility

$5,550

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,646

Note: Data for Saratoga was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Santa Cruz, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Saratoga

Medi-Cal, which is California's Medicaid program, can help seniors living in Saratoga who meet the eligibility criteria pay for the cost of an assisted living facility, specifically with the Assisted Living Waiver

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.

Financial Assistance in California

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Saratoga

Saratoga and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Saratoga, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Saratoga

 

Saratoga 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 ourAssisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in California

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Roohi

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Review of Saratoga Retirement Community

I have seen at least four or five places, but Saratoga Retirement Community was one of the best, and it's very, very beautiful. It's like this grand place sitting on a hillside, almost like a...

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Jim

I visited this facility

Review of Saratoga Retirement Community

Saratoga Retirement Community was a very nice facility. My brother really liked it. The rooms were big. The tour was good, and the tour guide was very nice. My brother takes insulin for diabetes...

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alice183351

I visited this facility

Review of Saratoga Retirement Community

We visited Saratoga, and it’s very spacious; the dining room was large. They have an indoor pool -- and that’s a real plus -- and they had a nice gym.

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