Union City, located in Northern California, is near the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Diablo Range to the east. Its residents have access to 18 assisted living providers within the city and 20 more in the surrounding San Francisco Bay Area. These facilities charge on average $6,319 per month, higher than the $5,250 and $4,500 norms in California and the United States, respectively.
Our directory of 201 reviews reviews, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars, can help shed light on the quality of care available at Union City’s assisted living communities.
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33883 Alvarado-Niles Rd, Union City, CA 94587
4.2
(34 reviews)
"I went here. It was very nice and very clean. We saw some of the residents, and they looked happy. The person who gave us the tour was really helpful, and he answered all our questions, too. The area was nice. We were sad that we couldn't keep my aun..."
$3,950
34400 Mission Boulevard, Union City, CA 94587
4.5
(16 reviews)
"I went to Acacia Creek. I like the location. They have it in a gated community on a hillside, so it has trees, grass, and a walking path. And so it's very nice. It's not in the middle of a city or anything. It's lovely. And, it has lots of daily acti..."
$4,000
2438 Douglas Street, Union City, CA 94587
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom moved into Tri City Care Home. It's actually a house. My mom is in a master bedroom shared with another person. They get to help my mom with everything, and she's wheelchair-bound now. It's a quiet environment and a nice place. They have very ..."
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2480 Almaden Blvd, Union City, CA 94587
3.0
(3 reviews)
"My cousin has been in facility for five years she is treated with love and kindness the home is clean and bright ..."
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35459 Cleremont Dr, Newark, CA 94560
Our Three Hearts Care Home, in Newark, CA, is bright, welcoming, and designed to create a comfortable environment for our residents and your loved ones. We are dedicated to providing a warm, homely environment where the comfort, safety, and well-being of our residents are our top priorities. Our facility features spacious private rooms and shared rooms and a spacious activity room, perfect for relaxation and social activities. We offer personalized care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident, along with 24/7 care from our care staff who are dedicated to provide compassionate care. They undergo continuous training to stay updated on the best care practices and are known for their kindness, patience, and commitment to making residents feel at home. We provide delicious meals catering to various dietary needs, regular housekeeping, and laundry services. Our Three Hearts Care Home is more than just a place to live; it's a community where seniors can thrive and enjoy their golden years with dignity and joy. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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1380 S De Anza Blvd., San Jose, CA 95129
Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, MorningStar at West San Jose offers a vibrant and welcoming senior living experience at 1380 S De Anza Boulevard in San Jose, California. This thoughtfully designed community provides Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, catering to a wide range of lifestyles and care needs. Whether residents are seeking a maintenance-free lifestyle or specialized memory support, MorningStar delivers exceptional care in a setting that blends comfort with elegance. Residents at MorningStar enjoy a wide variety of amenities and services that enhance daily living and promote wellness. The beautifully maintained grounds feature garden areas and patios perfect for relaxing or socializing. Inside, the community offers a spa, fitness room, coffee shop, and even an on-site beauty and barber shop. Services like housekeeping, linen, and laundry care make life easier, while transportation services provide access to local outings and appointments. A rich calendar of activities—including music, yoga, book clubs, arts and crafts, and excursions—ensures there's always something meaningful to participate in. Dining is a pleasure with in-room kitchenettes, shared meals in the elegant dining room, and the option for room service, all with accommodations for special diets and guest visits. What sets MorningStar at West San Jose apart is its multicultural, compassionate approach to care and communication. Staff members speak English, Spanish, American Sign Language, Mandarin, and Hindi, creating a deeply inclusive environment. A secured gate offers peace of mind, especially for families with loved ones in Memory Care, while the personalized attention and commitment to dignity shine through in every interaction. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, and cultural attractions, MorningStar provides not just a place to live—but a place to thrive. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$7,200
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2000 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
The Ivy at Berkeley sets a new standard in luxury senior living, encouraging you to embrace an active, carefree lifestyle in a truly exceptional environment. Nestled in one of Berkeley's most picturesque locations, The Ivy offers stunning views and direct access to the natural beauty of the Bay Area. With a focus on enriching both body and soul, we provide a wide range of activities and outdoor spaces, along with comprehensive assisted living and memory care for those who need it. The Ivy team is dedicated to helping our residents live their best lives, offering an array of amenities, services, and wellness options designed to enhance comfort and elevate their experience. We invite you to visit and see for yourself! To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$7,795
35490 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536
5.0
(5 reviews)
"My dear friend needed a safe and comfortable to live when her dementia claimed her ability to care for herself. We found the staff knowledgeable, efficient, kind and welcoming. The transition to memory care was much easier than I had anticipated...."
$4,090
6839 Singletree Ct, Pleasanton, CA 94588
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Welcome Home Senior Residence - Pleasanton. It's clean and neat, and it smelled good. The person who gave the tour was nice, they were friendly and open to showing the guest rooms or client rooms. I spoke to a guest there, she was very happy..."
$7,500
9450 Mountain Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother is in Golden Living Guest Home, LLC. It's a board and care for six people. It's bright and cheerful, and they encourage the people to engage in activities. I haven't had that much contact with the staff, but they seem very nice. I'm very pl..."
$4,800
2900 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588
5.0
(10 reviews)
"The rooms are clean, efficient, rather spacious, excellent access to the nurses stations. The staff is top-notch; attentive, caring, always available...."
$12,000
919 Rosette Court, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The Parkview RCH#2 is very nice, and the people are very nice. It's assisted living, and my wife moved there. She is currently out again because she's hospitalized. They provide activities like taking them out a little bit. Most of the elderlies are ..."
$5,500
2431 Mariner Square Dr., Alameda, CA 94501
5.0
(9 reviews)
"My life has improved since moving to Cardinal Point . I enjoy my quiet apartment, meals in the dining room, many opportunities to exercise, join reading/discussion groups, play board/card games, work in the garden, walk along the estuary and thru t..."
$5,795
624 Cypress Avenue, Millbrae, CA 94030
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad has been settled for several months now, so he's fine, and he is in Golden Age. I'm very happy with them. They take excellent care of my dad. He is very happy there. I don't have any complaints at all. He has a bedroom. Golden Age is a home; i..."
$8,000
429 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
5.0
(4 reviews)
"My dad stayed at Sonnet Hill Senior Living. They assisted him with his medications. They coordinated with Kaiser to get him his own wheelchair and provided meals, they have activities there, but he didn't participate in those. They're doing his laund..."
$5,950
909 College Drive, San Jose, CA 95128
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother moved into Juliet Stephen RCH. It was a very good experience. Their response time when you push the button is so far it's always been under a minute. That's a huge thing right now. It's like a three-star hotel as far as their amenities. The..."
$6,500
1474 Pompey Drive, San Jose, CA 95128
5.0
(1 reviews)
"All About Seniors is an actual home setting, so it's very homey, comfortable, and has a relaxed feel. The staff also lives there so they take care of the place very well, it's very clean. The food is excellent, and because there's only six residents,..."
$6,000
3662 Liscome Way, Concord, CA 94518
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Very clean facility and to their residents too , food is really great , they customized according to residents needs . Very organize when it comes to paper documentations ..."
$4,500
2245 Santa Maria Drive, Pittsburg, CA 94565
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend was in Amazing Home Care II for one month. The facility and people were very nice. The food was fine. It was a private home, not like a fancy, large facility, but it was very nice. ..."
$3,800
1001 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.9
(12 reviews)
"Upside is that I'm eating healthy and downside is that I'm gaining weight because the food is so fabulous and beautifully served. My favorite dish is a full plate of anything the Chef serves. From their servers to their Director the service is impecc..."
$9,900
Assisted Living
Norman
3.0
Review of Alvarado Senior Living
I didn't like it. The room was not as good as the other facility we visited because it was a little older. The staff was good, though. They have activities. This facility was smaller.
Assisted Living
Richard
3.0
Review of Alvarado Senior Living
It wasn't that expensive. I chose to stay there because they had a two-week minimum while a lot of the other facilities had a 30-day minimum. The facility was spread out. So, there was a lot of...
Provider response
Thank you for taking the time to tell us your thoughts. We appreciate the compliments about our staff. It is our policy to read all comments and share them with the appropriate staff. We will...
Assisted Living
Joe
4.0
Review of Tri City Care Home
My mom moved into Tri City Care Home. It's actually a house. My mom is in a master bedroom shared with another person. They get to help my mom with everything, and she's wheelchair-bound now. It's...
The average cost of assisted living in Union City is $1,069 higher than the California median and $1,819 costlier than the U.S. average. Prices vary less when comparing Union City's costs to those in other California cities. Napa’s average of $6,300 is close to Union City’s, while seniors in Santa Cruz pay around $769 less. The most expensive option among these cities is Santa Rosa, with an average price of $7,048, which is $729 higher than Union City's.
Union City
$6,319
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Santa Cruz
$5,550
Napa
$6,300
Santa Rosa
$7,048
Seniors in Union City can expect to spend close to $6,319 per month on assisted living fees.
Seniors in Union City who help paying for services received while in assisted living may be eligible for the Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP). The program helps seniors who are eligible for nursing home care to live in an assisted living facility. The program does not cover room and board, but does cover some services.
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.
Assisted living in Union City costs $6,319 per month and offers extensive support while maintaining residents’ independence. This rate is $545 less than in-home care, which provides assistance with daily activities to seniors in their own homes. Priced slightly higher at $7,150 per month, home health care services combine essential medical services with basic care. At $1,950 monthly, adult day health care costs significantly less than assisted living, as it is limited to daytime hours. Nursing home facilities offer more comprehensive medical services and charge approximately $11,566 for a semi-private room, almost twice as much as assisted living providers.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,150
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$6,319
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,566
Note: Data for Union City was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Union City 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 Union City, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Union City 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.
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