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The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Morgan Hill, CA for 2024

Located towards the southern edge of Silicon Valley, in the San Francisco Bay Area, Morgan Hill is a city known for its family-friendly character, safe streets and strong sense of community. The city is home to over 45,000 residents, of whom 13.5% are seniors aged 65 and older. Despite its small-town charm, Morgan Hill boasts a thriving wine industry, world-class restaurants and numerous recreational opportunities. Seniors can also enjoy beautiful year-round weather and access to leading medical facilities, including the St. Louise Regional Hospital.

Assisted living facilities can be beneficial when seniors can no longer live safely and independently in their own homes. These communities are staffed with trained caregivers who are on-site to provide assistance with personal care tasks, such as bathing and dressing, as well as medication management and chore services. The average cost of these facilities in Morgan Hill is $6,000 per month, which is more expensive than both the state median ($5,250) and national average ($4,500).

The following guide is designed to offer a sense of what it’s like to live in Morgan Hill, along with information about the cost of assisted living, the other types of care available and local support resources.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Morgan Hill

Morgan Hill is a city in Santa Clara, County, located at the southern tip of Silicon Valley. As such it is home to many technology companies. Assisted living facilities in Morgan Hill as well as in the rest of California are called residential care facilities (RCFs) for the elderly and are regulated and monitored by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. The town has four local assisted living facilities and four others nearby.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Morgan Hill

  • Morgan Hill offers a safe environment for seniors to enjoy their retirement years. In terms of violent crime, the city receives an index rating of 11.2 on a scale of 100, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. Property crime rates also fall below the national average, with Morgan Hill scoring a 25.3, compared to the U.S. average of 35.4.
  • Seniors’ daily living costs tend to be higher in Morgan Hill than in other Californian cities. In fact, the city’s index score of 211.5 is more than double that of the average American city (100). These high costs are largely influenced by the price of housing. Fortunately, there are many financial assistance programs that local seniors can utilize to help make their monthly expenses more manageable.
  • One of Morgan Hill’s most appealing features is its pleasant year-round climate. Its overall Comfort Index is rated 8.6 out of 10, which means it’s more comfortable than most cities in California. Winters are mild and see zero snowfall and while summers are warm, temperatures generally don’t climb much higher than 87 degrees.
  • While there are many opportunities for outdoor recreation in Morgan Hill, seniors should be mindful that the region’s air quality is quite low. The American Lung Association gives the city an F-rating in terms of the number of high ozone days it sees each year; however, the area does receive a passing grade for its annual particle pollution.
  • Morgan Hill has been designated as an Age-Friendly City. This means that the community is equipped with amenities and services that promote a high quality of life for seniors. This achievement is part of a county-wide effort across Silicon Valley to make every city in Santa Clara County a member of the World Health Organization’s Age-Friendly Network of Cities and Communities.
  • In addition to the reduced-cost, public transportation services offered by the Valley Transportation Authority, seniors in Morgan Hill can utilize the Sourcewise Transit Service. Designed for individuals aged 60 and older, the program provides scheduled curb-to-curb transportation to medical appointments, pharmacies, grocery stores and senior centers.

Paying for Assisted Living in Morgan Hill

The average cost of assisted living services in Morgan Hill is $6,000 per month, though rates may differ between facilities based on the amenities and services provided.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Care costs in Morgan Hill are quite expensive. Not only are they $750 higher than the state median, but they’re also $1,500 more than the U.S. national average. Costs in Sacramento are $775 less per month. Assisted living services are also less expensive in more southern cities such as Los Angeles and San Diego, where seniors pay an average of $5,250 and $5,475 per month, respectively. However, Morgan Hill is a more affordable option than San Francisco, where monthly rates are about $300 higher.

Morgan Hill

$6,000

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Sacramento

$5,225

San Francisco

$6,319

Los Angeles

$5,250

San Diego

$5,475

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care for 2024

If seniors don’t require the scope of care offered at an assisted living facility, adult day health care is $4,180 less per month. However, in-home care and home health care services for individuals who wish to age in place at home are around $1,100 more expensive. Nursing homes offer a comprehensive level of care and are the most expensive type of care, costing $11,863 per month for semiprivate rooms.

In-Home Care

$7,102

Home Health Care

$7,102

Adult Day Health Care

$1,820

Assisted Living Facility

$6,000

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$11,863

Note: Data for Morgan Hill was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Jose, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Morgan Hill

Eligible seniors have an option of three financial assistance programs for assisted living care in Morgan Hill. These programs include the Med-Cali Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).

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 Morgan Hill

Morgan Hill 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 Morgan Hill, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

ResourceContactService
Sourcewise Community Resource Solutions(408) 762-7362As the region's designated Area Agency on Aging, Sourcewise is responsible for coordinating programs and services to support seniors aged 60 and older. The nonprofit can assist individuals with information and referral services, health insurance counseling and case management. Seniors in Morgan Hill are served by the South County office.
Centennial Recreation Senior Center(408) 782-2128The Centennial Recreation Senior Center provides a welcoming space where adults aged 50 and older can enjoy fitness classes, educational classes, social services and enrichment programs. Additionally, individuals aged 60 and older have access to free legal assistance, income tax preparation assistance, health insurance counseling and transportation services.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(408) 944-0567The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a free and confidential service that advocates for the quality of life of individuals living in long-term care facilities. It serves to help resolve complaints and disputes, promote resident rights and conduct unannounced visits to facilities to ensure they're compliant with laws and regulations.
Senior Adults Legal Assistance (SALA)(408) 295-5991Senior Adults Legal Assistance (SALA) is a nonprofit office that specializes in elder law. Residents of Santa Clara County who are 60 or older can receive advice, referrals and comprehensive representation on cases concerning topics that impact seniors, such as elder abuse, public health benefits, long-term care and simple wills.
County of Santa Clara Office of Veterans Services(408) 918-4980The Veterans Services Office helps veterans and their families access the full range of local, state and federal benefits they're entitled to. The agency offers assistance with VA health care enrollment, pension claims and life insurance, and provides referrals to services, such as mental health support and health care programs.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Morgan Hill

Morgan Hill-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 Laws and Regulations in California

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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William

I visited this facility

Review of Westmont of Morgan Hill

I had an in-person tour of Westmont of Morgan Hill. They were nice. They had a lot of facilities. They only have outside parking. They showed me a two-bedroom apartment, and it looked pretty nice....

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Greg

I visited this facility

Review of Loma Clara Senior Living

Our tour at Loma Clara Senior Living went well. It seemed to have good options as far as activities, and there seemed to be a fairly lively community there. The staff was professional and...

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Joe

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

Review of Prima Vera Gardens

My mom is currently in the Primavera Gardens. The facility is very clean. The caretakers there are very caring. They take care of my mom 150%, and I just couldn't be happier. They have rooms that...

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