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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Union City, CA for 2024

 

Union City, located in Northern California, is near the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Diablo Range to the east.  Its residents have access to 18 assisted living providers within the city and 73 more in the surrounding San Francisco Bay Area. These facilities charge on average $6,319 per month, higher than the $5,250 and $4,500 norms in California and the United States, respectively.

Our directory of 1875 reviews reviews, with an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars stars, can help shed light on the quality of care available at Union City’s assisted living communities.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Union City

Assisted living providers in California fall under the governing authority of the Department of Social Services’ Community Care Licensing Division. The CCLD is responsible for licensing these facilities, conducting routine inspections and enforcing state quality standards. Its regulatory scope includes staffing levels, resident satisfaction, fairness of billing practices and prevention of elder neglect and abuse within these residences.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Union City

 

  • Seniors in Union City can expect pleasant weather year-round, with temperatures ranging from 79 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer to a mild 43 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter, with no snow. With just 18 inches of rainfall annually, most days are clear and sunny, allowing for regular outdoor activities.

 

  • The cost of living in Union City surpasses both the U.S. and California averages by a wide margin, 95.5% for the former and 45.6% for the latter. While some essentials, such as groceries and health care, come with a higher price than expected statewide, transportation is more affordable by about 7.1%.

 

  • Alameda County, where Union City sits, is part of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, showing its commitment to creating a senior-friendly environment. This includes implementing policies that improve access to transportation and promote opportunities for social participation, which can help enhance the quality of life for older residents.

 

  • A variety of factors, including access to medical providers and levels of environmental pollution, contribute to Alameda County’s ranking among the top 15 healthiest counties in California. In addition, the area has 431.4 physicians per 100,000 residents, much higher than the state average of 376.1.

 

  • Union City’s proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area ensures ample access to a high number of hospitals. Within the city limits, Kaiser Permanente Union City offers pharmacy services and therapeutic treatments. A short drive away, the larger Washington Hospital provides emergency care and a broader range of specialties.

 

  • In Union City, violent offenses are about as common as in a typical U.S. city. However, property crimes are more frequent; there are 32.32 crimes of this type per 1,000 residents, compared to the national median of 20. To feel safer, seniors can move to an assisted living community with comprehensive security measures.

 

  • Union City received 58 out of 100 points on the AARP Livability Index, slightly above the U.S. average of 48. The city’s best scores were in health, based on indicators such as patient satisfaction and smoking prevalence, as well as in the opportunity category, for age diversity and senior-friendly policies.

Paying for Assisted Living in Union City

 

Seniors in Union City can expect to spend close to $6,319 per month on assisted living fees.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The average cost of assisted living in Union City is $1,069 higher than the California median and $1,819 costlier than the U.S. average. Prices vary less when comparing Union City's costs to those in other California cities. Napa’s average of $6,300 is close to Union City’s, while seniors in Santa Cruz pay around $769 less. The most expensive option among these cities is Santa Rosa, with an average price of $7,048, which is $729 higher than Union City's.

Union City

$6,319

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Santa Cruz

$5,550

Napa

$6,300

Santa Rosa

$7,048

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living in Union City costs $6,319 per month and offers extensive support while maintaining residents’ independence. This rate is $545 less than in-home care, which provides assistance with daily activities to seniors in their own homes. Priced slightly higher at $7,150 per month, home health care services combine essential medical services with basic care. At $1,950 monthly, adult day health care costs significantly less than assisted living, as it is limited to daytime hours. Nursing home facilities offer more comprehensive medical services and charge approximately $11,566 for a semi-private room, almost twice as much as assisted living providers.

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: Data for Union City was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Union City

Seniors in Union City who help paying for services received while in assisted living may be eligible for the Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP). The program helps seniors who are eligible for nursing home care to live in an assisted living facility. The program does not cover room and board, but does cover some services.

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 Union City

Union City 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 Union City, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Union City

 

Union City 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.

Laws and Regulations in California

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Richard

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Pacifica Senior Living Union City

Pacifica Senior Living Union City wasn't that expensive. I chose to stay there because they had a two-week minimum while a lot of the other facilities had a 30-day minimum. The facility was spread...

Provider response

Thank you for taking the time to tell us your thoughts. We appreciate the compliments about our staff. It is our policy to read all comments and share them with the appropriate staff. We will...

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Assisted Living

Joe

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Tri City Care Home

My mom moved into Tri City Care Home. It's actually a house. My mom is in a master bedroom shared with another person. They get to help my mom with everything, and she's wheelchair-bound now. It's...

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Assisted Living

Carolyn

I visited this facility

Review of Pacifica Senior Living Union City

We went to Pacifica Senior Living Union City. The tour was good, the place was really clean. We talked to some residents and they liked it there. They were happy. It was a little too independent...

Provider response

Hi Carolyn, your feedback and high star rating mean a lot to us. Thank you for taking the time to leave this review for our community!

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