
144 Assisted Living Facilities near San Leandro, CA
There are 144 Assisted Living Facilities in the San Leandro area, with 9 in San Leandro and 135 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in San Leandro is $3,969 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,500. Cheaper nearby regions include Castro Valley with an average starting cost of $3,877.
To help you with your search, browse the 525 reviews below for assisted living facilities in San Leandro. On average, consumers rate assisted living in San Leandro 4.2 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Alameda with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in San Leandro, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in San Leandro, CA
Carlton Senior Living San Leandro
Pacifica Senior Living San Leandro
Rose Gate Memory Care
Heritage Haven
Marymount Villa
Mori Manor
Casa Sandoval Senior Living
Baywood Court
Pacifica Senior Living Union City
Brookdale San Ramon
Sunrise of Oakland Hills
Pacifica Senior Living Oakland Heights
Sunrise Villa San Ramon
Waters Edge Lodge
Oakmont of Cardinal Point
Sunrise of Danville
Atria Valley View
The Point at Rockridge
Landmark Villa
Brookdale Diablo Lodge
Sunrise of Pleasanton
Atria at Foster Square
Oakmont of Mariner Point
Springtime Residence
Golden Living Guest Home, LLC
Elders Inn
Carefield Castro Valley Assisted Livi...
Arcadian Residential Community
Dimond Care
Bellaken Garden
Walnut Creek Willows
Camino Ramon Home for Seniors
Magnolia Garden at Danville
Scott Villa
Danville Home for Seniors
Bay Harbour Residential Care Home
Redwood Road Care Home
Gines Residential Care Home
Golden Age of Channing
Montgomery Springs Manor
Welcome Home Senior Residence - Alamo I
Welcome Home Senior Residence - Alamo II
Welcome Home Senior Residence - Alamo...
Welcome Home Senior Residence - Dublin
A & P Care Home for Seniors
Good Shepherd Vista
Golden Age of Nottingham
St. Lourdes Home
Golden Age of Sweet Road
Diablo Seniors Home
Elegance at Dublin
Tiffany Court of Walnut Creek
Lafayette Gardens
Merrill Gardens at Lafayette
Fremont Hills
Acacia Creek
Alamo Residence Home
Mercy Retirement & Care Center
BlueGarden Care
Palm Garden Home Care
Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
Byron Park
Arville Loving Care Home Ii
Bethesda Christian Retirement Center
Hilton House
Villa Vietri
Stanton Manor
High Country Care
Piedmont Gardens CCRC
St. Paul's Towers
Lake Park Retirement Residence
The Watermark By The Bay
Bell's Rest Home
Moraga Royale
Happy Valley Home for Our Parents
St. Regis Retirement Center
Hidden Valley Care Home
Lakeshore Residential Care
La Pera Mission Home
Angels Ilie & Maria Golden Age Care
Aegis Living Moraga
R & N Middleton Residential Care
Diana's Care Home
A & M Board & Care
House of Psalms Assisted Living
Always Tlc Care Home
East Bay Assisted Living
Woodpark
Angels Windsor House
Beatitudes Mission Home
Palm Tree Residential Care Home #2
Aic Residential Care Facility For The...
What to Consider About Assisted Living in San Leandro
Located in Alameda County, California, San Leandro is a large suburban town on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay. Seniors here can visit San Leandro's Senior Community Center (SCC), a 21,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility, to meet with peers and participate in a variety of activities.
Assisted living facilities in San Leandro, California are classified as Residential Care Facilities, or RCFs. There are plenty of facilities to choose from in the San Leandro area, with nine located in the city and 51 in neighboring San Lorenzo, Castro Valley, Hayward, Alameda, Moraga and Oakland. These facilities help seniors with the activities of daily living and assist with medication management.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in San Leandro
- The climate is very agreeable year-round, with an average of 258 sunny days per year. The average high in the summers in July is 74.4 degrees, and in January, the high is 43 degrees, so seniors who enjoy a mild climate often find San Leandro quite appealing.
- The San Leandro area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center and the associated Post-Acute Care Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
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Arts and culture in the San Leandro area give seniors a chance to enjoy the history and beauty of the city. The San Leandro History Museum & Art Gallery showcases beautiful murals that tell the story of the city's past. In addition, theater and performing arts centers like the Historic Bal Theatre and the San Leandro Performing Arts Center provide enjoyable entertainment for seniors.
- Transportation in San Leandro is top notch, with the award-winning Bay Area Rapid Transit system shuttling passengers anywhere in the San Francisco Bay Area. Curb-to-curb senior transit is provided by the FLEX shuttle, an excellent solution for seniors to conveniently get around the city.
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Crime is a problem in San Leandro, with property crime coming in at a 38 percent higher rate than the U.S. national average. Violent crime is higher, too, with a score 27 percent over the national average.
- The cost of living is a major drawback of the San Leandro area, with a score of 170.8 for general costs in the city. Housing scores at a whopping 300 points, three times higher than the national average. Some good news in this area is a score of 118.4 for groceries, a low score compared to other costs.
Paying for Assisted Living in San Leandro
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in California
Assisted Living costs in San Leandro start around $3,969 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in San Leandro and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in San Leandro
California offers an optional state supplement (OSS) to seniors who receive supplemental security income. This supplement helps pay for room and board for qualifying seniors. The state also offers an Assisted Living Waiver program that helps pay for services for seniors living in residential care facilities.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in San Leandro
San Leandro 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 San Leandro, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in San Leandro
San Leandro-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.


Other Options in San Leandro, CA
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in San Leandro
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Review of Pacifica Senior Living San Leandro
The quality of all the employees is first and foremost! I never see a grumpy face or hear derogatory comments. The food is sometimes good and sometimes comme ci, comme ca. It's always fresh. Reside... Read more
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Review of Pacifica Senior Living San Leandro
My client moved to Pacifica Senior Living San Leandro into her own studio. She hasn't even been there for a month, but she's doing really good. The place is really nice, and she likes it there. It'... Read more
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Review of Pacifica Senior Living San Leandro
Pacifica took wonderful care of my aunt! On very little notice, my aunt was able to stay at Pacifica for 3 weeks in respite, while she awaited relocating out of town. She had just been released fro... Read more
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