Walnut Creek Willows
2015 Mt Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
3.9
(8 reviews)
"My dad is in Walnut Creek Willows. They have really caring, extremely organized people, and everything is what we expected. I will recommend it. ..."
READ MORESeniors who need some extra help with household chores and activities of daily living might consider making a move to assisted living. These communities provide a comfortable, homelike setting and a helping hand for those who need it but who don’t require around-the-clock care or skilled nursing services. The average cost of assisted living in Pleasant Hill is $6,100 per month, which higher than the statewide median. Â
This guide provides an overview of assisted living in Pleasant Hill along with cost comparisons, benefits and drawbacks, and aging-related resources for seniors retiring in the city.Â
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2015 Mt Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
3.9
(8 reviews)
"My dad is in Walnut Creek Willows. They have really caring, extremely organized people, and everything is what we expected. I will recommend it. ..."
READ MORE2421 Wasden Ct, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I chose Welcome Home in Walnut Creek for mother, but she hasn't been there long. She said she liked the food. They had people come in to play music, maybe a guitar, and I believe I saw some people playing Bingo and puzzles. Her room was fully furnish..."
READ MORE807 Waever Lane , Concord, CA, 94518
"Welcome Home Senior Residence - Concord II is a locked facility with bells on the doors and a secure backyard. It only has six beds, and there are two people on duty at all times. They prepare three meals a day and do all the laundry. They charge ext..."
READ MORE113 Rock Oak Court, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Emerald Home was nice and the people there are very nice. The food is okay. The rooms are pretty small but they're okay. ..."
READ MORE1621 Third Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
"Not many reviews to be found on Harmony home. It is not a large facility, not modern and up to date as far as rooms, decor goes. This is all true. My sister has lived there a few years now, and she is a handful to put it mildly, due to her Traumatic ..."
READ MORE2565 Stone Valley Road, Alamo, CA, 94507
2.7
(3 reviews)
"I toured Gines Residential Care Home for my mother. It's just a house, so it's individual care, and it's not like a group. They even said if she needed more help and supervision at night, that we would have to buy that over and above. They have a res..."
READ MORE220 Bolla Ave, Alamo, CA, 94507
"In our golden years, it is ultimately rewarding to have led a remarkable life. Yet certain personal difficulties and health ordeals are star..."
READ MORE10 Castle Crest Rd., Alamo, CA, 94507
"In our golden years, it is ultimately rewarding to have led a remarkable life. Yet certain personal difficulties and health ordeals are star..."
READ MORE110 Paseo De Sol, Alamo, CA, 94507
"In our golden years, it is ultimately rewarding to have led a remarkable life. Yet certain personal difficulties and health ordeals are star..."
READ MORE1780 Peach Place, Concord, CA, 94518
"In our golden years, it is ultimately rewarding to have led a remarkable life. Yet certain personal difficulties and health ordeals are star..."
READ MORE4369 Fairwood Drive, Concord, CA, 94521
"QCare Residential Facility aspires to provide high level of care by maintaining our residents’ dignity, safety, and well-being. This is achi..."
READ MORE2180 La Orinda Place, Concord, CA, 94518
4.0
(1 reviews)
"La Orinda Care Home was a little dated; it needed some remodeling. But the staff there was very, very caring. I've watched some interactions between the staff and some of the residents there, and they were just very caring. There was somebody there v..."
READ MORE11 Norlyn Drive, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
"Classic Care Home of Walnut Creek is an established Residential Care Facility since the year 2000 for Seniors. We are a non-medical faci..."
READ MORE1735 Alray Dr, Concord, CA, 94519
"We Care For You We are dedicated to providing you with compassionate assisted living and memory care in a secure and inviting residential..."
READ MORE1010 Second Street, Lafayette, CA, 94549
4.8
(14 reviews)
"Merrill Gardens at Lafayette was very nice. The staff were all very welcoming and friendly. I liked the community in terms of the living quarters, the accommodations, the amenities, and the services that they had. I liked the apartments. It was very ..."
READ MORE1866 San Miguel Drive, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
4.6
(13 reviews)
"I moved my spouse from a 120 sq ft facility care room to a spacious Tiffany Court studio apt with self contain Bathroom. Our previous care facility room was half the size with shared bathroom. The price for this studio is reasonable. Jan, the Comm..."
READ MORE836 Stone Valley Rd., Alamo, CA, 94507
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Great facility. Meeran S. was amazing to deal with initially in getting my mother situated in her new environment. They have many activities available and take great care of my mother. We are beyond happy with the decision we made for our family. ..."
READ MORE1841 Andrea Lane, Concord, CA, 94519
4.8
(5 reviews)
"I am so grateful for the care that my mom received from the caregivers at Agape. Each of them treated my mom with great respect during a difficult time as she declined in her capabilities. An immaculate setting that was not sterile, a homey place t..."
READ MORE4230 Clayton Road, Concord, CA, 94521
4.4
(8 reviews)
"My brother stayed at Concord Royale for two weeks. The staff was awesome and friendly. The food was good. The rooms were immaculate, and they had events going on for the seniors. I'd give it a 10 all the way across. Rehab came in to help him from the..."
READ MORE810 Navaronne Way, Concord, CA, 94518
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose Reyes Guest Home because it only handles six people and it's not a big assisted living area. It's a very pretty and big house with a great scenery. My mom seemed to be quite happy there and she's got a bright room. Each room has a door that ..."
READ MOREThe Senior Care Licensing Program is responsible for licensing and monitoring assisted living facilities throughout the state of California. There are 13 regional offices, including the Oakland Adult and Senior Care Regional Office serving Contra Costa County, that perform inspections and ensure facilities operate according to the state’s rules and regulations.
According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, Pleasant Hill seniors can expect to pay $6,100 per month for assisted living. The state average is substantially lower at $5,000 per month, and the national median is even more affordable at $4,300. Â
The cost of assisted living for Pleasant Hill seniors is $1,100 more than the state median at $6,100 per month, but on the lower end for the region. In Santa Cruz, the average cost is $700 more than in Pleasant Hill. Salinas, the most expensive city nearby, costs an average of $1,000 more. Generally, coastal cities cost more than rural, inland areas such as Stockton, where the average cost of assisted living is $2,600 below Pleasant Hill.Â
Pleasant Hill
$6,100
California
$5,000
Santa Cruz
$6,800
Salinas
$7,100
Stockton
$3,500
Assisted living is comparable to other intermittent assistance services, though it includes room and board at $6,100 per month. In-home services, both with and without health care, average $6,101 per month. The most affordable long-term care option is an adult day health care at $1,950, which is ideal for seniors who live with friends or family but need help during the traditional workweek. Nursing homes offer the most expensive level of care at $12,471 for shared rooms and $15,208 for private rooms.Â
Homemaker Services
$6,101
Home Health Aide
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$6,100
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,471
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$15,208
Note:Â Data for Pleasant Hill was not available, so data for the closest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Pleasant Hill 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.
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.
Pleasant Hill has various resources available to help seniors who are considering a move to a local assisted living community. Local and state government agencies serve the region and offer free benefits counseling, case management and legal help.Â
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging | (800) 510-2020 | The Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging acts as a one-stop information and referral center for Pleasant Hill seniors. The help information line allows residents to schedule appointments with HICAP counselors to learn about their health insurance options. |
LINK Paratransit | (925) 938-7433 | The LINK Paratransit service is a public transportation option specifically available to disabled and senior residents in Pleasant Hill and throughout central Contra Costa County. Seniors must schedule rides at least one day in advance, and subscription services may be available for those with recurring appointments. Group reservations may also be available for seniors traveling to and from long-term care accommodations. |
Pleasant Hill Senior Center | (925) 798-8788 | The Pleasant Hill Senior Center offers care management services, travel opportunities and operates a resource center. Other forms of assistance available at the center include legal aid, health insurance counseling and guidance on selecting an assisted living facility. It also hosts regular fitness and wellness classes and acts as a social hub for Pleasant Hill seniors. |
Contra Costa County Veterans Service Office | (925) 313-1481 | Contra Costa County's Veterans Service Office offers assistance to Pleasant Hill residents who were former members of the military. Staff members are available to help senior veterans apply for federal, state and local benefits and work to combat elder financial abuse. Free assistance is available to veterans applying for disability compensation, pensions and Aid and Attendance benefits. |
Pleasant Hill-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
Lia
5
Review of Aegis Living Pleasant Hill
We went and toured Aegis Living Pleasant Hill. They had a good salesperson in the sense that they were prepared for a visit. They gave us a tour of the facility. Everything was carpeted. When the...
Assisted Living
Robert
4
Review of Carlton Senior Living Downtown Pleasant Hill
My mother is now living in Carlton Senior Living. It seems to have a lot of activities. They have transportation to and from the doctor. They have restaurant-style dining. It's really clean and has...
Assisted Living
Virginia
3
Review of Aegis Living Pleasant Hill
I liked Aegis Living Pleasant Hill. The staff was very nice there, but they gave me one price on the phone and when I was there when they wrote everything up, it ended being about double the amount...
Provider response
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