Alameda sits on an archipelago in San Francisco Bay and features a collection of small islands. The city contains 9 assisted living communities and another 20 sit within driving distance of the city proper. Cost data from 2024 suggests that seniors in this community pay around $7,495 per month for assisted living, with local rates exceeding California’s median by around $1,250.
Our guide includes 315 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities, helping you make informed decisions regarding your long-term care plans. On average, local facilities earn a quality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.
CARING STARS WINNER
801 Island Drive, Alameda, CA 94502
4.6
(19 reviews)
"The tour at Waters Edge Lodge was very thorough. The gentleman that gave the tour was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was very informative and pleasant. It went well. He showed me probably three or four different floor plans. They have a movie ro..."
$3,600
2431 Mariner Square Dr., Alameda, CA 94501
5.0
(9 reviews)
"My life has improved since moving to Cardinal Point . I enjoy my quiet apartment, meals in the dining room, many opportunities to exercise, join reading/discussion groups, play board/card games, work in the garden, walk along the estuary and thru t..."
$5,795
1721 Webster Street, Alameda, CA 94501
4.4
(10 reviews)
"I toured the Elders Inn. It had a beautiful courtyard, was clean, and had no unpleasant odors. The front desk and touring staff coordinator were very nice. Tristan was great. It is located on a busy street but the old folks are not going to be walkin..."
$6,877
CARING STARS WINNER
2400 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA 94501
3.6
(21 reviews)
"I toured the Oakmont of Mariner Point. It's beautiful and in a beautiful neighborhood, overlooking the water. I'm not choosing it because they don't have enough level of care. Janet and Charles are great. They gave a gift bag like a box of cookies bu..."
$6,895
122 Sheffield Road, Alameda, CA 94502
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother stayed at Harbor Bay Assisted Living, Inc. It was a home setting and it was very clean. The staff that my brother and I met when we first went for a visit was very helpful. We saw some other residents and they seemed to be doing fine. The r..."
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510 Central Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Everyone was in their room when I went to Bay Harbour Residential Care Home. I didn't see anyone except one man who always sits in the kitchen. The place seemed a little small and I didn't see the residents connecting. They didn't have their activiti..."
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117 Nottingham Drive, Alameda, CA 94502
Golden Age Senior Living provides three categories of services: Assisted Living A solution for seniors who need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication management, commonly referred to as Activities of Daily Living (ADL). We focus on wellness and keeping residents as independent as possible by providing individually tailored assistance plans. Our residents will enjoy beautifully appointed living spaces, delicious meals, engaging social activities, transportation, housekeeping, and other forms of personalized assistance and care. Dementia/Alzheimer’s Care We understand the special needs of people with Alzheimer’s Disease and other cognitive impairments. Offering a fresh approach developed and refined at our other homes over the past 22 years, we acquire an understanding of the stories and details of a resident’s life so we can help him or her attain what we call “pleasant days.” This means finding ways to involve residents in everyday activities they enjoy and at which they can feel successful, all in specially designed surroundings that are both safe and stimulating. Hospice Care Hospice is a concept of caring that provides comfort and support for those who are terminally ill with a life expectation of six months or less. We work with a reputable list of hospice agencies of your choice. Our staff is knowledgeable and trained to care for hospice residents. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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201 Sweet Road, Alameda, CA 94502
Golden Age Senior Living provides three categories of services: Assisted Living A solution for seniors who need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication management, commonly referred to as Activities of Daily Living (ADL). We focus on wellness and keeping residents as independent as possible by providing individually tailored assistance plans. Our residents will enjoy beautifully appointed living spaces, delicious meals, engaging social activities, transportation, housekeeping, and other forms of personalized assistance and care. Dementia/Alzheimer’s Care We understand the special needs of people with Alzheimer’s Disease and other cognitive impairments. Offering a fresh approach developed and refined at our other homes over the past 22 years, we acquire an understanding of the stories and details of a resident’s life so we can help him or her attain what we call “pleasant days.” This means finding ways to involve residents in everyday activities they enjoy and at which they can feel successful, all in specially designed surroundings that are both safe and stimulating. Hospice Care Hospice is a concept of caring that provides comfort and support for those who are terminally ill with a life expectation of six months or less. We work with a reputable list of hospice agencies of your choice. Our staff is knowledgeable and trained to care for hospice residents. Our philosophy focuses on the following core values: Dignity - preserve dignity and encourage independence Environment - offer comfort and freedom in a personalized home-like environment Stimulation - nurture the mind, body and spirit Involvement - facilitate and encourage the involvement of family, friends and the community in our residents lives Compassion - put the care in caregiver We strive to provide an ideal life experience by maintaining high standards of service and care with emphasis on a comfortable environment, preserving dignity, promoting independence, nurturing the spirit and celebrating individuality.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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218 Channing Way, Alameda, CA 94502
Golden Age Senior Living provides three categories of services: Assisted Living A solution for seniors who need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication management, commonly referred to as Activities of Daily Living (ADL). We focus on wellness and keeping residents as independent as possible by providing individually tailored assistance plans. Our residents will enjoy beautifully appointed living spaces, delicious meals, engaging social activities, transportation, housekeeping, and other forms of personalized assistance and care. Dementia/Alzheimer’s Care We understand the special needs of people with Alzheimer’s Disease and other cognitive impairments. Offering a fresh approach developed and refined at our other homes over the past 22 years, we acquire an understanding of the stories and details of a resident’s life so we can help him or her attain what we call “pleasant days.” This means finding ways to involve residents in everyday activities they enjoy and at which they can feel successful, all in specially designed surroundings that are both safe and stimulating. Hospice Care Hospice is a concept of caring that provides comfort and support for those who are terminally ill with a life expectation of six months or less. We work with a reputable list of hospice agencies of your choice. Our staff is knowledgeable and trained to care for hospice residents. Our goal: 1-on-1 personal service Onsite physician and VNA visits Our staff is trained to provide bedside care for temporary illness To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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624 Cypress Avenue, Millbrae, CA 94030
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad has been settled for several months now, so he's fine, and he is in Golden Age. I'm very happy with them. They take excellent care of my dad. He is very happy there. I don't have any complaints at all. He has a bedroom. Golden Age is a home; i..."
$8,000
3662 Liscome Way, Concord, CA 94518
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Very clean facility and to their residents too , food is really great , they customized according to residents needs . Very organize when it comes to paper documentations ..."
$4,500
2245 Santa Maria Drive, Pittsburg, CA 94565
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend was in Amazing Home Care II for one month. The facility and people were very nice. The food was fine. It was a private home, not like a fancy, large facility, but it was very nice. ..."
$3,800
1 Hamilton Hill, Novato, CA 94949
5.0
(3 reviews)
"The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill seemed a little bigger, which was good. I liked that. The location is very nice. It's an extension of where the old hospital was and the building itself, the structure, is very nice and very, very well located. It's essent..."
$7,500
1001 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.9
(12 reviews)
"Upside is that I'm eating healthy and downside is that I'm gaining weight because the food is so fabulous and beautifully served. My favorite dish is a full plate of anything the Chef serves. From their servers to their Director the service is impecc..."
$9,700
PROMOTION!
350 Locust Drive, Vallejo, CA 94591
4.8
(15 reviews)
"I want to recognize the exceptional service at Cogir Vallejo Hills under Susan's leadership. After a measurement mistake with my storage shelving, Denice from management immediately assured me, "Misako, don't worry. We will take care of it." She coor..."
$3,995
601 Laurel Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
4.7
(8 reviews)
"The very first one we saw was The Stratford. It's quite an elegant place. It presents very nicely. It's very nice and clean. The units are a little bit on the small side, but very nice, and they have (I think) 11 floors, so it's a high rise, and they..."
$7,812
1465 S Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947
4.7
(7 reviews)
"I went to see Oakmont of Novato. It was very nice, very modern, very clean and very new. I didn't get to interact with the staff, just with the director who took me on tour and she was very nice. The room I saw was very nice. I saw that the residents..."
$6,595
600 Sand Hill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304
4.6
(13 reviews)
"I was at Vi at Palo Alto for rehab. It was so fantastic. It was like being on a cruise. They were wonderful. All the physical therapists, the caregivers were very kind. I had my own room with a great view. The food was fantastic. I was in a wheelchai..."
$6,090
CARING STARS WINNER
707 Thayer Lane, Foster City, CA 94404
4.6
(22 reviews)
"My mom has been living at Atria Square in Foster City, CA since October 2024...I cannot begin to tell you how happy our whole family is with the entire staff and facility. The staff members know all the names of the residents and are ready to serve ..."
$6,800
1550 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.6
(6 reviews)
"My friend will be moving into Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill. It's amazing. It's beautiful. It's perfect. Everything is lovely. He loves it...."
$6,995
Assisted Living
Just No
1.0
Review of Oakmont of Mariner Point
Understaffed. No nurse is available, only “med techs.” We had to help our loved one with ADLs. Took 15 minutes for a response to call pendants, sometimes no help arrived at all.
Provider response
Hi there,I've been made aware of your concerns, and I regret to read that you are unsatisfied with parts of your experience at Oakmont. I would like to speak with you to learn more about your...
Assisted Living
Malou
5.0
Review of Elders Inn
I toured the Elders Inn. It had a beautiful courtyard, was clean, and had no unpleasant odors. The front desk and touring staff coordinator were very nice. Tristan was great. It is located on a...
Assisted Living
Malou
5.0
Review of Oakmont of Mariner Point
I toured the Oakmont of Mariner Point. It's beautiful and in a beautiful neighborhood, overlooking the water. I'm not choosing it because they don't have enough level of care. Janet and Charles are...
Provider response
Hi Malou, thank you for leaving us this feedback about your visit. We appreciate you taking the time.
Based on data from the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs about $7,495 per month in Alameda. Local costs trend hundreds of dollars over California’s median of $6,250 and exceed costs in many nearby cities. For example, seniors in Vallejo pay around $2,550 less, and facilities in Stockton charge roughly $4,363.
Alameda
$7,495
California
$6,250
The United States
$5,350
Stockton
$4,363
Napa
$7,488
Vallejo
$4,944
San Jose
$7,150
Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Alameda through both the Medicaid 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver Program, 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.
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.
Assisted living ranks among the more cost-effective senior care solutions in Alameda, with residents paying around $7,495 per month for services. By comparison, seniors pay higher fees of approximately $7,531 for in-home care and roughly $8,580 for home health care. While nursing home rates come in higher at around $12,471, adult day health care costs run considerably lower at about $1,842.
In-Home Care
$7,531
Home Health Care
$8,580
Adult Day Health Care
$1,842
Assisted Living Facility
$7,495
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$12,471
Note: Since data for Alameda is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, San Francisco, instead.
Alameda offers its seniors a wide range of free and subsidized resources, enabling them to live more fruitful lives in the city. Below are a few resources that can help with medical care, low-cost transportation, dealing with care quality issues and helping out in the community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (510) 577-1900 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for seniors residing in assisted living communities and other types of senior care. It’s a free service managed by the Alameda County Area Agency on Aging. Ombudsmen regularly visit assisted living facilities to conduct basic inspections and ensure seniors are aware of their rights. If a resident, their family or a third party makes a complaint, the ombudsman will investigate and pursue a resolution with the facility’s manager. Seniors comparing assisted living facilities as potential new homes can request information about them from the ombudsman, such as their inspection reports. |
| Alameda County Social Services Agency | (510) 271-9100 | Alameda County Social Services Agency is a multi-resource organization that focuses on enhancing the social and economic well-being of all age groups in the county. Seniors can call to get information about several resources, such as cooling centers set up during periods of extreme heat, the office of the Public Administrator to discuss wills and estates and multiple transportation options across the county. |
| San Francisco VA Medical Center | (415) 221-4810 | The VA Medical Center provides many services for veterans. These include dental care, geriatric teaching programs, rehab following cardiac arrest and mental health support. There are also numerous clinics near Alameda, such as the Oakland Outpatient Clinic and the Fremont VA Clinic. It’s strongly recommended that vets call before visiting clinics as walk-in appointments aren’t available. |
| ReCares Medical Equipment Reuse | (510) 251-2273 | ReCares is a nonprofit organization that accepts donations of usable medical equipment to pass on to low-income residents of Alameda, including seniors. Some items, such as commodes and front-wheel walkers, are always available. However, other items, such as wheelchairs and walkers with seats, can be more difficult to acquire, although they are provided when available. The organization operates from three sites based in Oakland, San Francisco and Marin County. |
Alameda-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.
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