New Haven - Walnut Creek
2236 Whyte Park Ave, Walnut Creek, CA, 94595
Walnut Creek is situated in California’s East Bay region. It has approximately 70,000 residents and a large senior community that accounts for over 30% of the population, about double the national average percentage of seniors. The city is a popular option for older adults seeking a safe community with low crime rates, comfortable weather and high access to medical care and public transportation.
Assisted living is a prime long-term care option for older adults who need help with some activities of daily living. In addition to housing and daily meals, these facilities provide social and recreational activities and transportation services. Many facilities have on-site amenities, such as fitness centers and swimming pools, and some accommodate small pets. The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey estimates local assisted living rates at $6,319 per month, which is high compared to state and national averages.
Through this guide, seniors can learn about local benefits and amenities that make Walnut Creek a great place for retirees, along with a few things to consider before making the move. The guide also provides more information on assisted living rates and highlights financial assistance programs and nonprofit organizations that help older adults pay for care.
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2236 Whyte Park Ave, Walnut Creek, CA, 94595
4756 Clayton Road, Concord, CA, 94521
"Oakmont of Montecito was a really nice facility, but it was too expensive for our budget. They were excellent and phenomenal. The people seemed very happy. They have a beautiful building and great amenities internally. They had a great walking area, ..."
READ MORE175 Cleaveland Road, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
4.5
(31 reviews)
"I loved Carlton Senior Living Downtown Pleasant Hill. It was fabulous. My friend was initially in the memory care, and then they eventually upgraded her and let her stay in a little studio in the main part near the front desk. She got moved after a w..."
READ MORE2770 Pleasant Hill Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
4.1
(29 reviews)
"I have an application to Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill. I saw the assisted living, and it was a very good experience. They're so friendly, I like the layout of the apartment, all the services, the laundry, and the meals in the rooms. They have ..."
READ MORE1401 Civic Court, Concord, CA, 94520
4.4
(27 reviews)
"My mom moved to Oakmont of Concord and so far, it's been a very good experience. We had her in a place before, so we have something to compare it to and they're extremely helpful. The place is in very good shape. The layout is great. It's simple. So,..."
READ MORE1545 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette, CA, 94549
4.5
(25 reviews)
"My dad has been here for a couple of years now and every time I visit the staff are Most wonderful. very caring and helpful. I see them giving very loving and individual care. Even to my dad who is a bit gruff. Thank you, Atria staff...."
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1027 Diablo Road, Danville, CA, 94526
"Sunrise of Danville has been very helpful in making my elderly mother’s transition from skilled nursing facility to assisted living a very good one. My mother requires a lot of help and care. Sunrise staff members have done an exellent job in atten..."
READ MORE950 Diablo Road, Danville, CA, 94526
4.1
(19 reviews)
"My parents are moving into Brookdale Diablo Lodge. It was a balance of a very nice facility - the cost of care and also the quality of care. It was a very nice building. It's kind of an old-school charm. The rooms were a little bit smaller than some ..."
READ MORE3486 Monroe Ave, Lafayette, CA, 94549
4.6
(13 reviews)
"We needed a home for our elderly family friend who lost the ability to walk and take care of herself within just a few months. Truly a stressful decision! Lafayette Gardens took her in and has provided her with compassion and great care. It's been ch..."
READ MORE1081 Mohr Ln, Concord, CA, 94518
4.6
(7 reviews)
"I visited TreVista-Concord. The location and the room, everything was so good. I was looking somewhere around close to maybe $2,500, that was my maximum budget, but the staff said since I was looking for a very short term, she said it would cost $150..."
READ MORE3662 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 ..."
READ MORE4363 Fairwood Drive, Concord, CA, 94521
4.5
(2 reviews)
"QCare Residential Care Facility II was spacious, clean, and updated. I liked it. I would not have a problem at all putting my grandmother or my mother there. The location was good, too. The staff was very pleasant. I just walked around the place and ..."
READ MORE807 Waever Lane , Concord, CA, 94518
"Welcome Home Senior Residence - Concord II is a locked facility with bells on the doors and a secure backyard. It only has six beds, and there are two people on duty at all times. They prepare three meals a day and do all the laundry. They charge ext..."
READ MORE205 El Pinto, Danville, CA, 94526
"Magnolia Garden have nurses that come in. They had a wonderful patio outside with animals that live in the vicinity for the participants to feed. It’s a wonderful setting with a lot of big trees. It’s very pretty. They do have a person that’s in char..."
READ MORE2565 Stone Valley Road, Alamo, CA, 94507
2.7
(3 reviews)
"I toured Gines Residential Care Home for my mother. It's just a house, so it's individual care, and it's not like a group. They even said if she needed more help and supervision at night, that we would have to buy that over and above. They have a res..."
READ MORE220 Bolla Ave, Alamo, CA, 94507
"In our golden years, it is ultimately rewarding to have led a remarkable life. Yet certain personal difficulties and health ordeals are star..."
READ MORE10 Castle Crest Rd., Alamo, CA, 94507
"In our golden years, it is ultimately rewarding to have led a remarkable life. Yet certain personal difficulties and health ordeals are star..."
READ MORE110 Paseo De Sol, Alamo, CA, 94507
"In our golden years, it is ultimately rewarding to have led a remarkable life. Yet certain personal difficulties and health ordeals are star..."
READ MORE1780 Peach Place, Concord, CA, 94518
"In our golden years, it is ultimately rewarding to have led a remarkable life. Yet certain personal difficulties and health ordeals are star..."
READ MORE4369 Fairwood Drive, Concord, CA, 94521
"QCare Residential Facility aspires to provide high level of care by maintaining our residents’ dignity, safety, and well-being. This is achi..."
READ MOREThe California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division regulates assisted living facilities in Walnut Creek and the rest of the state, ensuring a high quality of care for residents. Walnut Creek residents can contact the Oakland Adult & Senior Care Regional Office at (510) 286-4201 for information on assisted living regulations and how to report abuse or neglect. Â
In Walnut Creek, assisted living residents pay $6,319 per month for care.Â
Seniors in Walnut Creek pay $6,319 per month for assisted living services, which is high compared to the state average of $5,250 and the national rate of $4,500. Those seeking more affordable care may find competitive rates in other central California cities, including Santa Cruz, where fees come in at $5,500, and Yuba City, where rates are closer to the national median at $4,658. In Stockton, assisted living fees are among the lowest in California at $3,649, and in Santa Rosa, care costs are the highest at $7,048.Â
Walnut Creek
$6,319
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Santa Cruz
$5,500
Yuba City
$4,658
Stockton
$3,649
Santa Rosa
$7,048
Seniors in Walnut Creek have a range of long-term care options available, depending on the level of care they need. Assisted living is priced at $6,319 per month. Home care and home health care provide a similar level of service in the individual’s home for $6,864 and $7,150, respectively, and nursing home care is costlier at $11,566. For those seeking more economically priced care, adult day health care costs $1,950 per month.Â
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
Financial aid is available for low-income and indigent aging citizens, and personal free care consultations can be arranged through the Care First website. Help managing the costs of assisted living is also available from the state through its Medi-Cal waiver program, which helps divert eligible seniors from skilled nursing homes and into residential care communities.
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.
The Walnut Creek region has several agencies and programs to help seniors find long-term care options that best fit their needs. The following table highlights resources, such as the Area Agency on Aging, the veterans’ services office and the long-term care ombudsman, which can help older adults navigate the system and make informed decisions regarding their care. Â
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Area Agency on Aging | (800) 510-2020Â | The Area Agency on Aging operates the Information & Assistance Helpline seniors can call for personalized assistance with finding programs and services in their community to supplement what they get through assisted living. The agency also provides health insurance options counseling and assistance for Medicare beneficiaries. |
Veterans Service Office | (925) 313-1481 | The Veterans Service Office helps qualified veterans and their family members to obtain local, state and federal veterans’ benefits, including those that may help pay for assisted living. The office provides one-on-one assistance to seniors over the phone and through virtual meetings, which seniors can schedule on weekdays. |
Empowered Aging | (925) 685-2070 | Empowered Aging is a nonprofit organization that advocates for seniors. It operates the resident Empowerment Program, which helps seniors with advance planning. It also houses the long-term care ombudsman for the region, which visits assisted living facilities to educate residents of their rights and ensure a high standard of care. |
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services | (925) 609-7900 | Contra Costa Senior Legal Services is a countywide nonprofit organization that operates free legal clinics and provides public education workshops on issues, such as preventing elder abuse, advance health care planning and public benefits. It also assists older adults with consumer debt issues. |
Walnut Creek Seniors Club | (925) 943-5851 | The Walnut Creek Seniors Club meets at the Civic Park Community Center Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This nonprofit organization provides activities for over 2,500 area residents aged 50 and over, including games, art classes and services, such as medical insurance counseling and income tax preparation. |
Walnut Creek 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.
Assisted Living
AGNconcord
5
Review of Ivy Park at Walnut Creek
The environment is a very welcoming and has a clean feel. The social areas are ample and the staff amazing.
Provider response
Hi there, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Ivy Park at Walnut Creek! We sincerely thank you for the positive review and hope to see you again soon!
Assisted Living
Henry
5
Review of Walnut Creek Care Home
Walnut Creek Care Home seemed nice. The staff was nice, too. My sister will have her own room with a wall and a sliding door to the outside. It's small, but it's a nice room and they allow cats....
Assisted Living
Mariana
5
Review of Atria Walnut Creek
I visited someone who was at Atria Walnut Creek. The overall experience was very good. It was very clean. My friend's mother had a very nice view. There's a sliding glass door that looked out into...