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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Monterey County, CA for 2024

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Paying for Assisted Living in Monterey County

The average cost of assisted living in Salinas is $7,100 per month, and seniors in other areas of Monterey County can expect to pay comparable rates. In comparison to the United States as a whole, the area is about $2,800 more expensive. Costs are also $2,100 higher than the California average of $5,000 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Average assisted living costs in Monterey County are the highest in California. The cost in Los Angeles, in the southern part of the state, is identical to the statewide average, which is $2,100 less than in Monterey County. Further north, seniors living in Oxnard pay $5,845, or $1,255 below the average in Monterey County. Costs drop even further outside of the expensive Bay Area; in Sacramento, for example, residents pay $5,395, which is $1,705 more affordable. In San Francisco and San Jose, both of which are among the state’s most expensive cities for assisted living, costs are $6,100 and $5,875 per month, or $1,000 and $1,225 less than in Monterey County. To the north, seniors in Napa can expect to pay $6,250 per month, which is $850 lower. In Santa Cruz, the seat of neighboring Santa Cruz County, the average cost is just $300 less at $6,800 per month.

Monterey County/Salinas

$7,100

California

$5,000

The United States

$4,300

Los Angeles

$5,000

Sacramento

$5,395

Oxnard

$5,845

San Jose

$5,875

San Francisco

$6,100

Napa

$6,250

Santa Cruz

$6,800

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Monterey County

Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Monterey County 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.

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 Monterey County

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Aging and Disability Resource Connection of Monterey County(800) 510-2020The local Aging and Disability Resource Connection works alongside Monterey County’s Area Agency on Aging to improve the lives of older adults within the county limits. The agency’s “No Wrong Door” approach incorporates all the services seniors might need in one place. Services include referrals to community-based supportive resources and assistance in the creation of a personalized care plan.
Monterey County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(831) 758-4011The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program works to protect the rights of those who live in assisted living and other residential care facilities throughout Monterey County. The program’s volunteers advocate for the well-being of older adults who are victims of neglect and abuse. The ombudsman can also help guide seniors and their families through the process of choosing a long-term care community that meets their particular requirements.
Monterey County Military and Veterans Affairs Office(831) 647-7613Monterey County’s Military and Veterans Affairs Office provides a variety of free services to those who served in the military. Veterans receive unbiased information about the benefits they earned, and volunteers offer one-on-one help with their applications. Those with a service-connected disability may be eligible for a monthly financial compensation, and seniors and their dependents may qualify for a VA pension or Aid and Attendance benefits.
ITN Monterey County(831) 233-3447ITN Monterey County, a not-for-profit organization, offers low-cost alternatives to older adults who can’t use standard public transportation. Seniors can use this service for medical appointments, grocery shopping and recreational meetings. Rides must be scheduled in advance to avoid additional fees, and the program is available to seniors aged 60 and over. Although a small fee is required for each trip, those with low incomes may be eligible for the Road Scholarship funding program.
Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program(800) 434-0222The Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program provides personalized advice on Medicare and health insurance coverage at no cost to seniors. Volunteers offer unbiased information and help older adults select a care plan that meets their budget and medical needs. Seniors can receive assistance with submitting claims and avoiding Medicare fraud, abuse and errors. Assistance is also available in Spanish.
Scholze Park Center(831) 646-3878The Scholze Park Center offers a range of recreational activities and services to help Monterey County seniors maintain an active lifestyle and improve their well-being. Programs include dance, fitness and sewing classes, and art workshops. The center also organizes group trips to local attractions, as well as parties and holiday celebrations. Technology coaching is available for adults who want to enhance their computer skills, and some classes may be offered online.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Monterey County

Monterey County-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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in California

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Terri

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

Review of Vista Harden Ranch

My mother is in Vista Harden Ranch. It's a smaller group, and a lot of the people that are there are very quiet and they don't talk. They don't seem to have much life in them and Mom's kind of full...

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Terri

I visited this facility

Review of Ivy Park at Salinas

My mother will be moving into Ivy Park at Salinas. We don't know the community yet, but we liked everything we saw about it. We went to lunch there and the food was really good, which was my...

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

Review of The Park Lane

My father has moved into The Park Lane. It's a beautiful view. People are happy. The food's very good. It's a real restaurant where you can order. They have volunteers that come and greet you and...

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