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

 

The age-friendly community of Sunnyvale offers beautiful parks and pleasant weather year-round, making it a favorable option for those seeking a comfortable retirement. Crime is relatively uncommon, and residents can enjoy high access to amenities such as grocery stores, public transportation and health care. The community also has several assisted living facilities to accommodate seniors, an age group that makes up 12% of the 153,000 residents.

Assisted living, a long-term care option that includes housing, daily meals, personal care and recreational activities, is a practical solution for seniors seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle. Facilities that offer this level of care feature indoor and outdoor common areas, such as community dining rooms, walking paths and fitness centers, to encourage a social environment, and they're staffed with compassionate caregivers who administer individualized care plans. Monthly fees may vary depending on the amenities a facility offers, but in general, seniors in Sunnyvale expect to pay $6,319 per month for care. This exceeds respective state and national norms of $5,250 and $4,500.

Through this guide, readers can learn more about assisted living pricing in Sunnyvale, along with ways to pay for care. It also includes an overview of top resources for seniors in the region. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Sunnyvale

Assisted living facilities in Sunnyvale are governed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. This division sets minimum standards for housing requirements, the scope of care a facility must provide, nutrition services and staffing, promoting consistently high-quality care. The department enforces these rules through a strict licensing process and routine inspections.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Sunnyvale

 

  • Sunnyvale is listed on the AARP Age-Friendly Network, meaning that its community leaders have taken steps toward fostering a safe, welcoming environment for older adults. The city scores among the top half of U.S. communities for high access to grocery stores and farmers’ markets, public transportation amenities and high-quality health care, which may appeal to those considering assisted living in Central California.
  •  Sunnyvale’s overall cost of living is very high, even compared to California’s norm, which may be prohibitive for some older adults considering this community for retirement. On an index based on a national score of 100, Sunnyvale scores 280.5 versus the state score of 149.9. Fortunately, seniors considering care in this region may be able to apply for programs such as the Assisted Living Waiver, which can help qualified individuals reduce their care costs.
  • Sunnyvale offers a safe environment with comparatively low property and violent crime rates and appeals to many active seniors. The city scores 11.8 for violent crime and 25.3 for property crime on a 100-point index versus national respective scores of 22.7 and 35.4, showing that crime occurs less frequently here than in a typical U.S. city. This may provide peace of mind to those moving to Sunnyvale for assisted living.
  • Sunnyvale’s exceptionally pleasant weather earns the city a comfort score of 9.9 on a 10-point index, meaning it’s among the most comfortable places to live in California and the nation as a whole. Daytime temperatures range from 58 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter to 80 degrees Fahrenheit at the peak of summer, and noticeable humidity is rare. Many assisted living facilities feature outdoor activities and amenities, such as swimming pools, walking paths and resident gardens, providing opportunities to enjoy the weather.
  • California’s income tax rates are among the highest in the nation, with seniors paying full taxes on nearly all forms of retirement income. However, Social Security benefits are tax-exempt, which may help some seniors afford assisted living expenses in Sunnyvale.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Sunnyvale

 

In Sunnyvale, assisted living facilities charge approximately $6,319 per month for care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Sunnyvale is among the costlier places to obtain assisted living services in California and the United States as a whole, with monthly fees coming in 20% higher than the state norm and 40% higher than the national average at $6,319 per month. Local care costs are costly compared to rates in several nearby cities, including San Jose, where monthly fees are about $300 less than in Sunnyvale, and Santa Cruz, where residents pay $5,550 per month for this level of care. Similarly, seniors in Vallejo pay comparatively economical monthly rates of $4,950, and in Stockton, care costs are especially competitive at $3,649.

Sunnyvale

$6,319

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Vallejo

$4,950

Stockton

$3,649

San Jose

$6,000

Santa Cruz

$5,550

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Sunnyvale have multiple long-term care options available to them, depending on their needs and lifestyle preferences. At $6,319 per month for housing, meals and personal care, assisted living is among the more cost-effective options. This is hundreds of dollars less than the cost of in-home care and home health care, which are available in the individual’s home for respective monthly rates of $6,864 and $7,150. Adult day health care is more budget-friendly at $1,950 per month, and nursing home care is considerably costlier at $11,566.

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 Sunnyvale was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Sunnyvale

California's Medicaid system, or Medi-Cal, offers four programs to help seniors pay for assisted living. The Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP) is currently available in 15 California counties, including Santa Clara County. 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 services such as personal care assistance, medication administration and prepared meals are covered.

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 Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Sunnyvale

 

Sunnyvale 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 Laws and Regulations in California

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Keith

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

Review of Sunrise of Sunnyvale

My Parents room is spacious clean and very comfortable. All of the staff that I have come in contact with are polite, caring and professional. The common areas of the facility are very inviting and...

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Assisted Living

Molly

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Atria Sunnyvale

I was at Atria Sunnyvale for a couple of days. The facility was fantastic. The people there were very kind and helpful. Although I wasn't there very long, everyone was more than I ever could...

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Assisted Living

ReviewerVT080420231

I visited this facility

Review of Belmont Village Sunnyvale

I toured Belmont Village Sunnyvale for my friend. The tour was very nice. The lady showed me around, gave me all the information that I needed, showed me all the facilities, and even took me inside...

Provider response

Thank you for coming along on a tour of our Belmont Village Sunnyvale community. We're proud of the high-quality living spaces we offer to our valued residents. If you have any questions, don't...

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