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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sebastopol, CA for 2024

 

In Sebastopol, a city of 7,000 people in Sonoma County, seniors have 4 assisted living facilities to choose from, along with 64 nearby. Here, seniors pay $7,048 per month for this level of care, which runs considerably higher than the national median rate of $4,500 and the California norm of $5,250.

To help you evaluate whether one of these assisted living facilities fits your needs, we feature a comprehensive directory with 319 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities in and around Sebastopol. These facilities have an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Sebastopol

The California Department of Social Services’ Senior Care Licensing Program licenses all assisted living facilities in Sebastopol and enforces minimum standards for operation. Regardless of their size or amenities, all facilities follow consistent rules for intake and discharge criteria, staffing and recreation. The department also publishes resources to help seniors and families choose the right facility for their needs.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Sebastopol

 

  • Prospective assisted living residents in Sebastopol find information and one-on-one assistance through AARP California. This nonprofit organization organizes events throughout the year, such as safe driver courses, virtual classes and tax preparation. It also publishes information relevant to aging, including tips on healthy living, money management and technology.

 

  • Compared to the average U.S. city score of 48, Sebastopol scores 64 on the AARP Livability Index. It scores well in the index’s Health metric for its low preventable hospitalization rate of 24.7 per 100,000 people compared to 38.2 nationally. Additionally, residents enjoy high access to amenities, with the city featuring 1.8 stores and 2.5 parks within a half-mile radius of any point in the city.

 

  • Sebastopol earns a total crime index rating of 18, meaning that about 18% of U.S. communities have higher crime rates than this community. The local crime rate exceeds that of 66% of California communities and runs higher than most communities with comparable population sizes. However, the majority of crime that occurs in this city is largely limited to four neighborhoods, leaving plenty of safe options for those seeking long-term care.

 

  • Sebastopol has comfortable weather with daytime highs ranging from 56 to 61 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter and 76 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. Humidity levels remain low throughout the year, including the summer, and skies are mostly clear in the summer and partly cloudy through the winter months, accommodating seniors who enjoy participating in outdoor activities.

 

  • California has some of the highest income taxes in the nation, with rates topping out at 13.3%, impacting how much some seniors can put toward their assisted living expenses. However, the state has a senior income tax exemption, and it exempts Social Security income from taxation.

 

  • Sebastopol’s cost of living runs 39% higher than the national norm, resulting in comparatively high assisted living rates. Fortunately, to maximize affordability, the state funds the Assisted Living Waiver, which covers eligible assisted living fees for qualified seniors and helps them afford local care.

Paying for Assisted Living in Sebastopol

 

In Sebastopol, assisted living facilities charge a standard monthly rate of $7,048.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities in Sebastopol charge a median monthly fee of $7,048 for services, which comes in hundreds of dollars over California's rate of $5,250 and the national midpoint cost of $4,500. This rate also exceeds common charges in nearby cities, including Napa, where seniors pay $6,300 for care, and Vallejo, where facilities charge $4,950. In Stockton, monthly fees run $3,399 lower than in Sebastopol.

Sebastopol

$7,048

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Napa

$6,300

Vallejo

$4,950

Stockton

$3,649

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living rates in Sebastopol fall at a midpoint range of $7,048, running well above what seniors pay for most other local senior care solutions. For example, agencies charge $6,292 for in-home care, which encompasses companionship and nonmedical personal care services in the individual’s home, and $6,912 for home health care services, such as disease management and rehabilitative therapies. Adult day health care facilities, which provide meals and personal care in a nonresidential setting, charge $4,253 less than assisted living communities. On the other hand, assisted living rates come in at approximately $4,250 less than nursing home care, which features 24-hour monitoring and medical support from licensed health care professionals in an institutional setting.

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 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.

Laws and Regulations in California

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I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Serenity Villa

My partner has moved into Serenity Villa. I like everything about it. He has a very nice room with lots of light. The people working there are fantastic. They're extremely helpful and friendly, and...

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Luann

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Serenity Villa

My friend moved into Serenity Villa. It is run by very caring people. A couple owns it, and the staff is amazing. My friend is getting excellent care. It's more of a family atmosphere. They have a...

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PaulD

I am a friend or relative of resident

Review of Live Oak Rest Home

In the Fall of 2008, upon the recommendation of a long-time friend, whose elderly mother moved to Sebastopol from Montana, I moved my very elderly mother-in-law from very unpleasant, crowded...

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