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Marbella Chico
1351 E Lassen Ave, Chico, CA 95973
"I toured here. As soon as we walked in, it was a very cozy home-like setting, something that feels comfortable for...
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$7,400
Assisted Living Communities in Chico, CA
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authentic reviews in Chico, CA below include 19 Assisted Living facilities with 112 reviews. On average in Chico, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Chico, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
19 Providers
The Lighthouse at Chico, LLC
855 Bruce Rd, Chico, CA 95928
"It was a lovely place. If I needed help, that's where I think I would stay. I thought it was beautiful. The day I went...
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$3,895
Townsend House
10 Ilahee Ln, Chico, CA 95973
"My mother is ninety years old now and we needed to get a smaller facility for my mom where she can get a one-on-one...
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$4,600
Westmont of Chico
2950 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, Chico, CA 95928
"We visited my mother-in-law at The Inn at the Terraces of Chico. She has this tiny patio outside of her apartment and...
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$4,840
Country Crest Senior Living
55 Concordia Ln, Oroville, CA 95966
"My friends family is really happy with this facility! Always clean very nice staff and my friends mom loves it there...
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$3,800
The Courtyard At Little Chico Creek
1770 Humboldt Road, Chico, CA 95928
"My mother went to live at The Courtyard at Little Chico Creek. We like it a lot. The congregate areas are always clean...
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Roseleaf Senior Care
2180 Humboldt Road, Chico, CA 95928
WHAT IS ROSELEAF GARDENS SENIOR LIVING & MEMORY CARE? Roseleaf has set the standard for what assisted living with memory...
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Panama House Assisted Living
278 Panama Street, Chico, CA 95973
"So far, Panama House has been fine. It's a small community that only houses 6 people, and so far it's very good. The...
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Almond Blossom East - 1 Budlee Court
1 Budlee Court, Chico, CA 95926
"Almond Blossom East - 1 Budlee Court was very homey. It felt like someone's house with the big living room. I liked that...
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Almond Blossom West
1036 Blackmuir Ct, Chico, CA 95926
Almond Blossom Assisted Living, located in Chico, CA, provides a variety of care options, including assisted living...
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Sunshine Assisted Living - The House
1463 E. Dottie Lane, Paradise, CA 95969
"The facility was a good one. It was clean and well kept. The people at the facility seemed happy. The facility had...
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$3,700
Sunshine Assisted Living - The Cottage
1468 Sun Manor, Paradise, CA 95969
"My mother was cared for at Sunshine Cottage for almost 4 years. During her stay, the staff were caring and supportive...
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$3,700
WestHaven Assisted Living
1440 Fairview Street, Orland, CA 95963
"WestHaven Assisted Living was a nice, well-laid-out place. What I liked about the place was that it was clean and...
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Always Loving Care
1202 Walnut Street, Orland, CA 95963
"My brother is living in Always Loving Care. The general appearance is very good as far as the cleanliness inside. As far...
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Roseleaf in Oroville
1900 20th St., Oroville, CA 95965
"It was beautiful. The people and everyone that was there seemed happy and comfortable. We liked their rooms. The garden...
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$3,800
Olive City Care Home
423 Walnut Street, Corning, CA 96021
"So far, Olive City Care Home has been very good. My mom is well taken care of and the staff is friendly and helpful. She...
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Pleasant Place
411 Hyland Dr, Corning, CA 96021
"Pleasant Place is a private home. There are only four other clients. My mother is the only mobile one, and she's still...
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Iris Care Home
4117 Lower Wyandotte Rd., Oroville, CA 95966
"Iris Care Home is great. We live close, so it’s fine. It’s a small place with only six residents. They have a staff who...
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Country Hearts Assisted Living
7170 Lower Wyandotte Road, Oroville, CA 95966
"My longest living grandmother was in an assisted living facility because she developed severe dementia. She was very...
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Joan1
5.0
Review of Westmont of Chico
The staff at Westmont of Chico didn't tell us how much the cost was when we told her my loved one's budget, so I figured it must be a lot. It was very pretty. The tour person was nice. We were...
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Audrey
3.0
Review of The Lighthouse at Chico, LLC
I toured. I'm highly allergic to smoke. I asked if there was a smoke-free area and there was not. I mean, there's a place for smokers, but not for people that don't smoke. That alone would stop me...
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Jennifer
5.0
Review of Marbella Chico
It is where I've chosen to put my husband when it's time for him to go there. It seemed to have the most staff longevity, and it's a comfortable, clean, and updated facility. The place was very...
Provider response
We at Marbella Chico sincerely thank you for your fabulous review! We strive to be the BEST in CHICO when it comes to providing exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care services to our...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Chico, CA and Nearby Cities
Though Chico’s monthly cost for assisted living is roughly $600 higher than the national average of $4,500, it’s also just slightly below the California state average of $5,250. Within California, costs tend to be higher closer to the Pacific coast: Santa Rosa reports the highest prices at $7,048 a month. Generally speaking, lower prices are found in northern and central California, with Redding reporting prices of $4,450 a month and Stockton reporting the state’s lowest cost at $3,649 a month. The destination city of Los Angeles perfectly matches the state’s average at $5,250.
Chico
$5,106
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Santa Rosa
$7,048
Los Angeles
$5,250
Stockton
$3,649
Redding
$4,450
Paying for Assisted Living in Chico
According to the Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey 2021, residents of assisted living facilities in Chico pay an average of $5,106 per month. Exact costs may be higher or lower based on location, services and related factors.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Chico
Seniors in need of financial assistance for assisted living costs can check their eligibility for the government-funded Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP) offered through California’s Medicaid system, Medi-Cal.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Chico, CA
Seniors who don’t need round-the-clock support may find that adult day health care fulfills their needs and is much cheaper than other choices at $2,676 a month. Prices jump significantly for care rendered in the home, at $5,720 a month for both in-home care and home health care. Nursing home care involves an even larger price jump, with a semiprivate room costing $9,201 a month.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$2,676
Assisted Living Facility
$5,106
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,201
Free Assisted Living Resources in Chico
The following free or inexpensive resources can help seniors in Chico further their education, meet new friends, find mental health support and use technologies that make their lives easier.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Chico Vet Center | (530) 899-6300 | This non-medical counseling center for military veterans focuses on offering mental health support that can help those dealing with PTSD, bereavement and depression, among other challenges. All services are both free and confidential. |
| Disability Action Center | (530) 893-8527 | Chico seniors can borrow gently used assistive devices and durable medical equipment for free from this local branch of the California Assistive Technology Reuse Coalition. Device availability varies over time, but the selection generally includes safety items such as shower chairs and mobility items such as wheelchairs. |
| Lakeside Pavilion | (530) 895-4711 | This building sits on Chico's picturesque California Park Lake and hosts social events and programs as part of the city's Fun Over 50 initiative. Programs include fitness classes and cooking seminars, while social events include dances and communal dinners. |
| California State University | (530) 898-6322 | California residents who are at least 60 years old can apply to take classes for almost free at Cal State, which has a campus in Chico. Under this program, all tuition, application and health services fees are entirely waived, and some related fees are reduced to $1. |
| Butte County Public Library | (530) 552-5652 | Several free adult-focused programs are available at this library's Chico branch, including book clubs, crafting circles, basic computer classes and creative writing groups. The library also regularly screens classic movies. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Chico
Chico 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.
