Britannia House
1608 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA, 94061
"Britannia Care Homes are small private homes that offer care and supervision in a warm family oriented environment. It is ideal for those wh..."
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Located in the northern region of Silicon Valley, the Bay Area city of Los Altos offers access to cultural amenities, parks and health care facilities. It has a large senior community that makes up about 19% of its 30,000 residents and is a popular retirement destination for those seeking warm weather year-round and very low crime rates.
Los Altos also has several assisted living communities, making it a practical option for older adults who need a daily helping hand. These facilities support residents through three daily meals, comfortable housing and a range of social and recreational opportunities, as well as personalized care plans. Some facilities have on-site amenities, such as fitness studios, libraries and salon and spa services, and some allow cats and dogs. On average, assisted living rates in Los Altos come in at $6,319 per month, exceeding the state and national norms of $5,250 and $4,500, respectively.
This guide provides an in-depth look at how assisted living costs in Los Altos compare to alternatives within the city and nearby. It also highlights programs and public benefits that many seniors rely on for help with monthly care expenses.
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1608 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA, 94061
"Britannia Care Homes are small private homes that offer care and supervision in a warm family oriented environment. It is ideal for those wh..."
READ MORE262 Lakemuir Dr, Sunnyvale, CA, 94089
"We are committed to providing residents with the finest in daily living and personal care to enjoy the highest quality of life in a home-lik..."
READ MORE581 E. Fremont Ave., Sunnyvale, CA, 94087
" Personalized assisted living and memory care services Set in the heart of Silicon Valley, Within easy reach of downtown Sunnyvale, upscal..."
READ MORE1931 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA, 94061
4.5
(11 reviews)
"Palm Villas of Redwood City was all one level. There were a lot of outdoor areas where you could sit in the sun, and enjoy an aviary, or just sit and talk and have coffee. It seemed that the people were friendly and knowledgeable. It looked to be a g..."
READ MORE22445 Cupertino Road, Cupertino, CA, 95014
4.5
(11 reviews)
"We placed my father-in-law at Sunny View and he's happy there. It seemed really good, we didn't smell any urine, and it seemed very clean. The residents are very nice to each other, and the employees are very nice to the residents. The food is good. ..."
READ MORE1320 Valota Road, Redwood City, CA, 94061
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Having compassion, kindness and competence, The Ark in Redwood City, CA made a significant impact in my Dad’s health recovery. Bethany and her team of empathetic healthcare professionals were excellent. In particular, Val was a medical angel with hi..."
READ MORE649 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
4.1
(13 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Lytton Gardens. The care that she's being given is very detailed and correct, especially in this time of the pandemic. The facility is very clean, and they have maintenance people that can help cater some items for her. They'..."
READ MORE819 Gail Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I want to give the highest possible rating to At Home Senior Living, Emmy N, RN, owner/manager!!! My mom lived there for the better part of two and a half years, and recently passed away. Everything I wrote in 2015 (Yelp review, 11/24/2015) remaine..."
READ MORE501 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA, 94028
5.0
(2 reviews)
1855 Miramonte Avenue, Mountain View, CA, 94040
4.4
(7 reviews)
"It is Christian oriented (Catholic) but does not discriminate. It is located in a quiet park setting near a stand of redwoods and beautiful flowers and is well removed from traffic, auto or pedestrian. Daily Mass is celebrated every morning in a beau..."
READ MORE2575 Forest Avenue, San Jose, CA, 95117
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I really loved Pruneridge, it's a small place, and it's got only 6 women. It is bright and airy, and I thought mom would like it. They are exceptionally caring, loving, and gentle with my mom. The facility is nice, clean, comfortable, and we?re reall..."
READ MORE801 Rose Avenue, Mountain View, CA, 94040
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Pine Hills has a very low ratio between patient and caregiver; I really like it. My dad has his own room, the caregivers are very nice, and they cooked homemade foods. My dad has dementia, and they always have someone around my dad even someone watch..."
READ MORE1515 Maddux Drive, Redwood City, CA, 94061
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My aunt currently lives in Britannia Place and she is happy there. She gets a lot of attention and help. It's a small community, like a single home, with maybe about six people in total. They have private rooms and she loves the food. The whole move-..."
READ MORE1212 South Mary Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Epione Residential Care was the only place that was willing to accept my dad. They are helpful and knowledgeable. They work on his dementia issues. They go above and beyond helping the elderly person transition into a new environment and accommodate ..."
READ MORE20400 Saratoga Los Gatos Road, Saratoga, CA, 95070
3.7
(9 reviews)
"Everything at Our Lady of Fatima Villa was 5 stars. The rooms, the property, and the food were good. It’s one of the nicest ones down there. The staff was on the highest level. ..."
READ MORE290 N. San Tomas Aquino Road, Campbell, CA, 95008
3.8
(8 reviews)
"Campbell Village was very good and very affordable. The whole experience there was really good. It was very nice. They gave us a tour of the apartments and the activities going on. They had a huge dining room. It was very clean, very nice, and restau..."
READ MORE644 Menlo Avenue, Menlo Park, CA, 94025
4.0
(2 reviews)
"My wife stayed at Orchid Lane. The people loved her, and she loved the people there. She really enjoyed the food, but her disease got to the point where she started having hallucinations. She refused to eat or drink and she ended up going to the hosp..."
READ MORE176 S Bernardo Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Magnolia Inn looks like a house from the outside. They have good parking and it's in a residential area. They have a pretty nice, large outdoor area. The staff seemed like they were much more friendly. They have a pretty nice kitchen. The décor is pr..."
READ MOREAll assisted living facilities in Los Altos follow rules set by the California Department of Social Services. These facilities, which are officially called residential care facilities for the elderly, are subject to a strict licensing process and regular site inspections.
Assisted living rates in Los Altos come in at $6,319 per month.
In Los Altos, assisted living facilities charge a monthly median rate of $6,319 for care and housing, which is a 20% increase over the state average and 40% higher than the national norm. Rates tend to be lower in nearby cities, including San Jose, where monthly fees come in at $6,000, and Santa Cruz, where seniors pay about 12% less than assisted living residents in Los Altos. Similarly, monthly care costs in Vallejo are competitive compared to the local norm at $4,950, and in Modesto, seniors pay $4,000 per month for residential services.
Los Altos
$6,319
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Vallejo
$4,950
Modesto
$4,000
Santa Cruz
$5,550
San Jose
$6,000
With monthly rates at $6,319, assisted living is a comparatively affordable senior care option in Los Altos. Nursing home care, which is for seniors with advanced medical needs, costs about 83% more per month, although those who obtain daytime services through adult day health care pay considerably lower rates of $1,950. In-home care and home health care, which offer a similar scope of services as assisted living, are costlier than residential care at $6,864 and $7,150, respectively.
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 Los Altos was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
The Med-Cali Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS) are three financial aid programs for seniors seeking assistance in the Los Altos area.
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.
Los Altos 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 Los Altos, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Los Altos 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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