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

There are 92 Assisted Living Facilities in the Albany area, with 3 in Albany and 89 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Albany is $7,790 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 1453 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Albany. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Albany 3.57 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include El Cerrito with an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Albany

Albany is located in Alamedia County and has a population of 19,420 and median age of 35.4. The Albany region is home to 58 assisted living facilities, with three in the city and 55 located in nearby cities. Officially known as Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs), these facilities are required to provide care and supervision to a population of which at least 75 percent of residents are over the age of 60. The Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division licenses and monitors these facilities to ensure they provide consistently high quality of care. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Albany

  • In terms of weather, Albany is a relatively comfortable city, rating 85 out of 100 on Sperling’s Comfort Index for its low humidity and mild temperatures. The July high is a comfortable 71 degrees Fahrenheit and the January low is 44 degrees. This may appeal to active seniors who enjoy being outdoors. 
     
  • The overall cost of living is significantly higher in Albany than in the rest of the country. While this is primarily due to the high cost of housing, seniors can expect to spend 18 percent more on groceries, 12 percent more on health care and 6 percent more on transportation than they would elsewhere.  

  • The overall crime rate in Albany is 6 percent lower than the state average and is on par with the national average. The rate of violent crime in this city is 67 percent lower than California’s average and 62 percent lower than the U.S. average, though the property crime rate is 5 percent higher than the state average and 9 percent higher than the national average.  

  • The Albany Senior Center has a shuttle bus that transports seniors to area attractions, including the SHN Orpheum Theatre, the Oakland Coliseum and San Francisco’s Chinatown. Tickets for sightseeing adventures range from $8 to $50 per person, depending on the destination.  
     
  • The Albany area has no facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Berkeley.  

  • Albany has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Legal Assistance for Seniors, an organization that provides free legal advice and representation and health insurance counseling to qualified seniors, as well as one senior center.  

Paying for Assisted Living in Albany

Assisted Living costs in Albany start around $7,790 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Albany and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in California

Albany

$7,790

Alameda

$6,824

Berkeley

$5,200

Oakland

$4,373

US

$4,000

Pinole

$2,598

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Albany

In Albany, seniors may apply to receive financial aid to help cover the cost of assisted living. Currently, there are two programs that may help fund assisted living, including Medi-Cal, which offers an Assisted Living Waiver program, and Supplemental Security Income – Category G.

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 Albany

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

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Albany

Albany-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.

Laws and Regulations in California

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Review of Belmont Village Albany

We toured Belmont Village Albany. They had a lot of activities. We liked the programs that they had. We liked that they also had medical staff 24/7. Their place was very light and bright. They have...

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

Review of Belmont Village Albany

The facility is physically clean, new, cheerful and upscale. For mobile & capable elders the community is a vibrant place to live with dignity. There’s a lot going on and non care staff are...

Provider response

Thank you for taking time to review our Albany community. We’re glad you found our community to be upscale and clean, with high quality dining options. Our goal is to build dedicated teams who...

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A very dissatisfied customer

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

Review of Belmont Village Albany

This is a storage unit for seniors. The staff is not only inattentive but neglectful. The head of "wellness" could not point us to the nearest ER. My relative's toilet overflowed and it took 48...

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