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Caring Stars Winner
Brookdale Chanate
3250 Chanate Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
"My daughter chose Brookdale for me. The staff is very good and I liked the food. I go to the exercise class every day...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,130
Assisted Living Communities in Santa Rosa, CA
Known for its many wineries, Santa Rosa sits in California's Sonoma County. The...
community boasts 62 assisted living facilities to support the needs of its elderly population. Based on 2024 numbers, the standard cost of assisted living in Santa Rosa comes to $7,250 per month, which exceeds the state median of $6,250. Local rates also prove higher than the estimated pricing of $5,350 observed nationally.
This guide features 505 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in Santa Rosa, which earn an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars. Read on to learn more about the area's quality senior care.
62 Providers
Caring Stars Winner
Brookdale Paulin Creek
2375 Range Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
"I live in Brookdale Paulin Creek and I have been here for four years now. I have no problems. It is a very excellent...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,325
Pine Ridge Terrace
300 Fountaingrove Pkwy, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
"I'm very familiar with Brighton Gardens, which recently changed owners (it's now run by Emeritus). It's an excellent...
Assisted LivingMemory Care+1
$4,995
Ivy Park at Santa Rosa
4225 Wayvern Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95409
"My experiences have been fabulous. I chose them because they are located close to my home, and they have their crossover...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,495
Villa Capri
1397 Fountaingrove Pkwy, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
"My father is at Villa Capri at Varenna. We're happy with it. The people that work there go above and beyond the call of...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$7,295
Santa Rosa Hills Senior Living
3737 Airway Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Nestled in the heart of California Wine Country in Northern California, Pacifica Senior Living Santa Rosa offers...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,375
Oakmont Gardens
301 White Oak Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95409
"Oakmont Gardens was very nice. The young lady that showed us around knew her stuff and she showed us some of the...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$6,900
Caring Stars Winner
Cogir of Rohnert Park Senior Living
4855 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
"We toured Cogir of Rohnert Park Senior Living. It was readily apparent that all of the residents there were very engaged...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$6,040
Caring Stars Winner
Brookdale Windsor
907 Adele Drive, Windsor, CA 95492
"Right now my husband is in a very nice place called Chancellor Place of Windsor. It does not take care of dementia...
Assisted Living
$6,910
Caring Stars Winner
The Ridge at Healdsburg
725 Grove St., Healdsburg, CA 95448
"We were very impressed with Healdsburg. It was a very nice community. Everyone was very open and caring. We really liked...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,995
Caring Stars Winner
Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living
800 Oregon Street, Sonoma, CA 95476
"Sonoma is the one I would move to if I decided to move. It was excellent. They're very attentive. I was also very...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$5,495
Piner's Guest Home
1800 Pueblo Ave, Napa, CA 94558
"Piners Guest Home is amazing. The staff are very caring, and personable. The facility is immaculate. My Mother has been...
Assisted LivingNursing Homes
$3,000
The Inn on Villa Lane
3255 Villa Lane, Napa, CA 94558
"I went here yesterday. Everything was very nice; the staff was very pleasant, very nice, and she gave us a very good...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,195
The Berkshire Assisted Living
2300 Brown street, Napa, CA 94558
"My visit to Berkshire was excellent. They took me to the room and personally guided me through everything. They talked...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,500
The Villas Assisted Living
214 West Third Street, Cloverdale, CA 95425
"The Villas is excellent. We never had a problem. It's really nice, much better than places my mom was in previously...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,940
Silva Board and Care
1130 Silva Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Silva Board and Care is a privately owned licensed residential care facility for the elderly. We are dedicated to...
Assisted Living
$4,500
Caring Stars Winner
Wild Rose Care Home
2564 Hardies Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
"Santa Rosa assisted living facilities are generally more expensive than the state average. But still at Wild Rose Care...
Assisted Living
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Five Palms Care Home
1217 LANCE DR., Santa Rosa, CA 95401
"The center appears to be fairly small when viewing from the front, but once you enter you can see that it is clearly a...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
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Dina'S Place
718 Palomino Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
"Dina's Place is a home with so many beds. It's fine and clean. The staff is very nice and very accommodating. My mother...
Assisted Living
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Sleepy Hollow Care Home
3707 Sleepy Hollow Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
"Sleepy Hollow Care Home was more like a board and care in a nice house. There were only six residents. My husband got...
Assisted Living
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
SJ Cowgirl
3.0
Review of Oakmont Gardens
Oakmont Gardens in Santa Rosa was, at the beginning, a fantastic place to live. The staff were kind, caring, and attentive, and it truly felt like a supportive community for seniors when I moved my...
Provider response
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for recognizing the care and attentiveness that initially made Oakmont Gardens in Santa Rosa feel like a supportive home for your parents....
Assisted Living
elt66
5.0
Review of Victoria's Place
My father spent the last few years here and they were wonderful to him. He had a very nice, clean room with big windows, home-cooked meals and a lot of attention from the staff. They were very...
Assisted Living
Thomas E
5.0
Review of Ivy Park at Santa Rosa
I’m really looking forward to my Dad staying at Ivy Park. It was such a pleasure working with Honey, too. She is knowledgeable, caring, accommodating, and even went the extra mile in getting...
Provider response
Hi Thomas,Thank you for your wonderful feedback about your experience with Honey! We're so pleased that she was able to help you during this challenging transition.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Assisted living facilities across Santa Rosa typically charge $7,250 monthly, according to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey. This cost positions the city as more expensive than the state median. However, in Napa, pricing sits around $7,488, and in San Francisco, fees are about $7,495, both costlier than Santa Rosa. However, lower rates exist in Vallejo, which sees monthly costs of around $4,944.
Santa Rosa
$7,250
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Napa
$7,488
Vallejo
$4,944
San Francisco
$7,495
Sacramento
$6,340
Paying for Assisted Living in Santa Rosa
According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Santa Rosa costs around $7,048 per month which is much higher across the board. The average cost in California is $5,250 per month, and the national monthly median is about $4,500.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Santa Rosa
Eligible seniors may receive help paying for assisted living through California’s Assisted Living Waiver Program. Financial aid is also available to those with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) through California’s Optional State Supplement (OSS) program.
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 Care
In Santa Rosa, seniors have various care options. Adult day care offers an affordable choice at $3,012 — less than half of what seniors pay for assisted living. Slightly more expensive than assisted living, in-home care and home health care cost $8,294 and $8,199, respectively. For seniors with extensive medical needs, nursing homes present a more expensive option, with typical costs for semi-private rooms starting at $13,916.
In-Home Care
$8,294
Home Health Care
$8,199
Adult Day Health Care
$3,012
Assisted Living Facility
$7,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$13,916
Free Assisted Living Resources in Santa Rosa
There are many resources available for seniors living in or moving into an assisted living facility. A variety of free services and financial assistance are provided by local government agencies and nonprofit organizations.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Sonoma County Area Agency on Aging | (707) 565-5950 | The Sonoma County Area Agency on Aging serves older adults 60 years old and helps with concerns, such as health care, finances and public benefits. It offers online health and wellness classes to educate seniors on how to prevent falls, how to live with chronic pain and diabetes management. Information specialists are available to provide information and referrals for available local programs and services. |
| In-Home Supportive Services Program | (707) 565-5900 | The In-Home Supportive Services Program is provided to eligible seniors over the age of 65 and to blind and disabled individuals. The program helps pay for in-home assistance so seniors can remain safely in their homes. Types of services include personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry and accompaniment to medical appointments. |
| VA Benefits | (707) 565-5960 | The Sonoma County Veterans Service Office can help senior veterans and their families find in-home or residential care options. An assessment is conducted to determine specific needs and matching to the appropriate program. Financial assistance for housing and care to veterans who need supportive medical services are also available to qualified seniors. |
| Senior Centers | (707) 543-3745 | There are two senior centers in Santa Rosa: Person Senior Wing at the Finley Community Center on West College Avenue and Steele Lane Community Center on Steele Lane. Both centers offer seniors aged 50 and up a wide range of programming, including health and fitness classes, life-enrichment opportunities, socialization and recreational activities. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa 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.
