Silver Crest HomeCare
204 Chaps Ct., Oakley, CA, 95461
"We are a local veteran husband and wife operated residential care facility for the elderly. Silver Crest Homecare is located in a beautiful ..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities provide seniors with help with the activities of daily living along with other day-to-day support such as housekeeping, meal service and laundry. Seniors have the opportunity to live in a community with their peers and can take advantage of scheduled activities and entertainment at many facilities. Typical monthly fees in Brentwood are $3,649 for care, room and board. This is around $1,600 less than the state average and it compares favorably with the national average of $4,500.
This guide covers the benefits and downsides of choosing assisted living in Brentwood and also explores the cost of various long-term care options in the city. Finally, it provides a list of useful resources for local seniors.
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204 Chaps Ct., Oakley, CA, 95461
"We are a local veteran husband and wife operated residential care facility for the elderly. Silver Crest Homecare is located in a beautiful ..."
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Assisted living communities in Brentwood are regulated by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Assisted living communities are required to comply with rules and regulations relating to health and safety, staffing and standards of care.
The average cost of assisted living in Brentwood is $3,649 per month.
Seniors can expect to pay around $3,649 per month for assisted living services in Brentwood. This is about $1,000 less than the national average and $1,600 less than the state average. This makes assisted living quite affordable in Brentwood compared to nearby cities. Those in Redding pay $4,450 per month and those in Santa Cruz pay $5,550. Salinas and Santa Rosa are some of the most costly California cities for assisted living, with average fees of $6,000 and $7,048 per month, respectively.
Brentwood
$3,649
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Redding
$4,450
Santa Cruz
$5,550
Salinas
$6,000
Santa Rosa
$7,048
In addition to assisted living, seniors can choose other types of care depending on their needs and budget. Adult day health care services delivered in a group setting are almost $1,600 less costly than assisted living. Home care services that provide help in a senior’s own home cost $5,482, and home health care providers charge a similar amount. Nursing homes that provide 24-hour skilled nursing care are the most costly option, with a semiprivate room costing an average of $10,015 per month.
In-Home Care
$5,482
Home Health Care
$5,482
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living Facility
$3,649
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,015
Note: Data for Brentwood was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Stockton, was used instead.
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.
Brentwood seniors can access several free or low-cost resources intended to help them access the long-term care services that best suit their needs. These organizations can offer assistance with benefits, legal advice or practical support such as meal services.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Brentwood Veterans Center for Recreation and Education | (301) 471-1041 | The Veterans Center for Recreation and Education offers physical activities, health and wellness sessions, and education programs for local veterans and their partners. The programs take place at Brentwood School and VCRE members can make use of the school's facilities, including the stadium and pool. |
TRIAD | (925) 809-7778 | The City of Brentwood Triad Council runs a committee to improve the lives of older adults in the city. It works with the city police department to help maintain the health and safety of seniors, offering education and advocacy to reduce crime and raise awareness of scams. |
Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging | (925) 229-8434 | The Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging runs a variety of programs to support older adults in the region, including the long-term care ombudsman, a legal advice program and senior transportation services. It also runs fall prevention programs and other wellness sessions. |
Mobility Matters | (925) 284-6161 | Mobility Matters provides door-to-door transportation for Contra Costa county residents who are unable to use other forms of transportation. Drivers escort and assist seniors who are attending medical appointments or running essential errands. |
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services | (925) 609-7900 | Contra Costa Senior Legal Services offers free legal services to county residents aged 60 and over. It focuses on issues such as preparation for incapacity, elder abuse, benefits appeals and housing. |
Brentwood 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.
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