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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sebastopol, CA for 2023

There are 68 Assisted Living Facilities in the Sebastopol area, with 4 in Sebastopol and 64 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Sebastopol is $5,750 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,895. Cheaper rated regions include Santa Rosa with an average starting cost of 4,637.

To help you with your search, browse the 212 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Sebastopol. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Sebastopol 5 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Sebastopol

Huddled in the heart of California's wine country, Sebastopol is a small town with big-city amenities that may appeal to seniors, including state-of-the-art healthcare facilities and the Sebastopol Center for the Arts. 

More than 7,000 people make their homes here, and 23.3 percent of them are 65 or older. Seniors who are looking for assisted living in the area have plenty of options to consider, including six facilities in Sebastopol and 58 more nearby, which are licensed in California as Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs).

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Sebastopol

  • Many assisted living facilities offer outings for their residents, and in Sebastopol, the list of possible destinations is limitless. The area is home to parksvineyards, wineries, shops, restaurants, farmers' markets and more. Top local attractions that may be of interest to seniors include the Sebastopol Center for the Arts and Luther Burbank's Gold Ridge Experiment Farm.
  • Seniors who pick an assisted living community in Sebastopol can take advantage of the city's pleasant, mild climate to engage in outdoor activities throughout the year. The city's average high temperature in the summer is 83 degrees, and the average winter low is 38 degrees.
  • The Sebastopol area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Palm Drive Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  • As for living expenses in Sebastopol, the cost of healthcare for seniors is typically about 8 percent below the U.S. average. Seniors who buy their groceries in the area, however, can expect to pay about 11 percent more than the national average.
  • Safe, reliable public transportation is a must for many of Sebastopol's seniors. Sonoma County Transit serves the city and outlying areas. Seniors 65 or older can receive a sizable discount on their fares by showing proof of age.
  • Taking property and violent crimes into account, Sebastopol has a rate of 20 crimes per 1,000 residents, which is about the same as other towns that have a similar number of residents.

Paying for Assisted Living in Sebastopol

Assisted Living costs in Sebastopol start around $5,000 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 Sebastopol 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.

Cities in California

Petaluma

$5,300

Sebastopol

$5,000

Windsor

$4,951

Rohnert Park

$4,755

Santa Rosa

$4,580

US

$4,000

Kenwood

$3,500

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Sebastopol

Eligible seniors may be able to use California’s Assisted Living Waiver Program to help pay their assisted living expenses. Financial aid may also be available to seniors who have Supplemental Security Income (SSI) through California's Optional State Supplement program. 

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 Sebastopol

Sebastopol 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 Sebastopol, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Sebastopol

Sebastopol-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.

Laws and Regulations in California

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