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Pacific Grove Senior Living
551 Gibson Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
"It was just bought out by another company. They were in transition so I'm expecting that there will be a lot of...
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$3,795
Assisted Living Communities in Pacific Grove, CA
The coastal community of Pacific Grove covers less than ...
3 square miles in Central California’s Monterey County, just south of Monterey Bay. While those seeking assisted living facilities in this city have 35 to consider, there are an additional residential communities in neighboring cities. The standard monthly fee for care in Pacific Grove in 2024 hovers near $7,709, surpassing California’s median by about $1,460.
This guide contains 282 reviews testimonials from assisted living residents and visitors in the Pacific Grove region and finds a typical quality score of 3.8 out of 5 stars stars.
35 Providers
Ivy Park at Monterey
1110 Cass St., Monterey, CA 93940
"It was a lovely facility, friendly staff, clean place and I would place my husband there. It wasn't gloomy and it was...
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$4,095
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The Park Lane
200 Glenwood Cir, Monterey, CA 93940
"Very well organised and cared for premises, efficient and friendly staff. Very good value for money for the area....
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$5,650
About Care Assisted Living Center
1201 La Salle Ave., Seaside, CA 93955
Living the Best of the Rest of your life at About Care Assisted Living! Your life's journey has been marked by distinct...
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$10,000
The Cottages of Carmel
26245 Carmel Rancho Blvd., Carmel, CA 93923
"The Cottages of Carmel is still new. It has one level. Tony likes that he has a nice shower and bathroom, because that’s...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$6,495
Madonna Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care
1335 Byron Dr, Salinas, CA 93901
"I visited Madonna Manor. It was very good, and they had a vacancy, but it wasn’t really what my sister needed at the...
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$4,350
Vista Harden Ranch
290 Regency Circle, Salinas, CA 93906
"I visited the Vista Harden Ranch. They're in the moderate level as far as pricing. As far as availability, though, they...
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$3,495
The Maple House II
2000 Brommer Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
The Maple House staff are proud of our reputation of providing high quality services to residents. Our mission is to...
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$5,850
Twin Lakes Manor
777 Volz Ln, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
"I toured Twin Lakes Manor. It was just a small place, and I liked it. It was very clean. The residents looked cared for...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,200
The Maple House
410 Pennsylvania Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
The Maple House staff is proud of our reputation of providing high-quality services to residents. Our mission is to...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,900
Paradise Villa
2177 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
"This is the best care and the best care givers in the Santa Cruz area!! The rooms for the most part are LARGE with lots...
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$4,775
Forest Hill
551 Gibson Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
"We visited here, and Mom will be moving in. We chose it for her because it has assisted living as well as the...
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Canterbury Woods - Pacific Grove
651 Sinex Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
"Canterbury Woods is spectacular. This is the place to go. They could not take my friend, because he has memory issues...
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Gateway Center of Monterey
850 CONGRESS AVENUE, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
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Drake House
399 DRAKE AVENUE, Monterey, CA 93940
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Carmelo Park
966 Carmelo Street, Monterey, CA 93940
"Carmelo Park is a smaller community, so they have an easier time providing one-on-one care with the residents who live...
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Merrill Gardens at Monterey
200 Iris Canyon Road, Monterey, CA 93940
"Merrill Gardens at Monterey was a nice place. It's new, but a little bit out of our price range. The staff was very...
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Ave Maria Rcfe #1
1249 Josselyn Canyon Road, Monterey, CA 93940
"Ave Maria (St Francis Care Center) was recommended by several people. My mom has been a devout Catholic all her life and...
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Flanders Court of Carmel
25661 Morse Drive, Carmel, CA 93923
"The physical set-up of Flanders Court is simultaneously gracious, secure, and homey. The handsome garden and patio...
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GoodLife Assisted Living Home - CLOSED
2035 Baldwin Ct., Seaside, CA 93955
We strive to provide professional and loving care within a comfortable home environment. Specifically, we cater to those...
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Caroline
2.0
Review of Pacific Grove Senior Living
It was just bought out by another company. They were in transition so I'm expecting that there will be a lot of improvements coming soon, but when I visited, it was super sad. We did not want to...
Provider response
We hope that you and your mom have found a great place for her to live. We have gone through a transition, and we continue to improve whenever possible. Our hardworking staff strive to provide the...
Assisted Living
Bill
5.0
Review of Canterbury Woods - Pacific Grove
My dad moved into assisted living at Canterbury Woods - Pacific Grove. It looks very nice. He knows several people who currently live there and he's able to work out a deal where his current home...
Assisted Living
Lisa
4.0
Review of Canterbury Woods - Pacific Grove
Canterbury Woods would not be for me because everything was too close. It used to be a beautiful mansion, and they tore it down. Their chalets which would interest me were right by the street, so...
Provider response
We are proud of our legacy in Pacific Grove. The beautiful mansion was built in the 1900's by Margaret Tennant in honor of her brother as a home for retired clergy. In the nineteen sixties York...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Pacific Grove, CA and Nearby Cities
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Pacific Grove’s assisted living communities charge a baseline monthly rate of around $7,709 for care, putting local fees well above the state median of $6,250. By comparison, rates in Santa Cruz run higher at around $8,130. However, seniors expect considerably lower rates in Modesto and Merced, where residential care costs hover near $4,100 and $3,195, respectively.
Pacific Grove
$7,709
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Santa Cruz
$8,130
San Jose
$7,150
Modesto
$4,100
Merced
$3,195
Paying for Assisted Living in Pacific Grove
Assisted living rates in Pacific Grove are considerably higher than state and national averages, with locals paying approximately $6,800 per month for care. By comparison, the national rate is $4,300, and in California, the average is $5,000.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Pacific Grove
In Pacific Grove, seniors may qualify for financial aid to help pay for the cost of assisted living. There are two programs that may help fund assisted living, 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.
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 Pacific Grove, CA
Assisted living rates in Pacific Grove fall near $7,709 per month, making this type of care costlier than nonresidential options but more economical than senior care solutions for those with complex medical needs. For example, seniors who arrange full-time home health care see monthly care expenses of about $5,720, while nursing home residents anticipate costs of roughly $10,555 for shared living units.
Home Health Care
$5,720
Assisted Living Facility
$7,709
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,555
Note: Since data for Pacific Grove is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Salinas, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Pacific Grove
Prospective assisted living residents in Pacific Grove can get support, information and advice through numerous local agencies and programs. This table features resources for older adults in the region that can help them find options for paying for assisted living and connecting with services in the community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Meals on Wheels Community Center | (831) 375-4454 | The Meals on Wheels Community Center is a local nonprofit activity center with programs and services for those aged 55 and over. It has a library, a large dining room for congregate meals and multipurpose rooms used for fitness classes and activities. At the center, members participate in games, classes, lectures and holiday and theme parties. The center also provides free civil legal services and options counseling to help older adults make informed decisions regarding their care. |
| Monterey County Area Agency on Aging | (800) 510-2020 | The Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit organization that offers assistance, referrals and advocacy for those aged 60 and over in the Pacific Grover region. It hosts events, such as Matter of Balance workshops and the annual Elder Justice Summit, keeping older adults up-to-date on issues relevant to their quality of life. It also contracts with local providers to connect seniors with community-based services, such as legal assistance, options counseling and durable medical equipment rentals. |
| Military & Veterans Affairs | (831) 647-7613 | The county’s Military & Veterans Affairs Division helps veterans in the Pacific Grove region connect with local, state and federal benefits. Through the division, qualifying seniors can obtain health care and health insurance, transportation services and referrals for community-based services. The office can also help veterans enroll in benefits that may help cover assisted living services, including Aid and Attendance and veterans’ and survivors’ pensions. |
| Alliance on Aging | (831) 655-1334 | Alliance on Aging is a local nonprofit organization with a long-term care ombudsman program. Through this program, state-certified individuals help assisted living residents obtain the quality of care they deserve. The ombudsman can help older adults research local assisted living facilities and identify options for paying for their care. The ombudsman can also mediate family disputes and investigate reports of abuse and substandard care. The agency also administers HICAP, a program that provides free, unbiased health insurance options counseling for seniors. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Pacific Grove
Pacific Grove-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.
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