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Ivy Park at Palo Alto
2701 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
"My visit here was very nice, the environment was very welcoming, it was easy to park, and the staff accommodated me very...
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$7,995
Assisted Living Communities in Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, a city in California’s San Francisco Bay Area, resides in Silicon Valley....
Supporting its senior population, the city offers 228 assisted living facilities. In 2024, the estimated monthly cost for care at these facilities equates to roughly $7,150, placing local costs $900 higher than the state median of $6,250. Further, this rate is $1,800 above the standard national amount of $5,350.
The following article provides an overview of assisted living communities in Palo Alto, presenting insights from 2708 reviews reviews of communities in the area. Overall, these locations earn a collective rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars, exemplifying the area's quality of care.
228 Providers
Palo Alto Commons
4075 El Camino Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306
"My visit at Palo Alto Commons was OK. I just showed up, and they showed me around. The room that would have suited my...
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$6,350
Vi At Palo Alto
600 Sand Hill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304
"The facility was clean and had no smell. The staff was fine and accommodating. They had an automobile that brought them...
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$11,846
Silver Oaks Memory Care
16 Coleman Place, Menlo Park, CA 94025
"Silver Point Plaza was an old facility that needed updating. It did not meet the needs of my dad, but the staff seemed...
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Pricing unavailable
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BridgePoint at Los Altos
1174 Los Altos Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94022
"At BridgePoint at Los Altos, I live where I can have my plants, and I have a very big room. I'm in a very private room...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$4,860
Oakmont of Redwood City
1 East Selby Lane, Redwood City, CA 94063
"It is a new facility. It's only been open for a month. So far, we've found the staff to be very professional and...
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$6,195
Marbella Redwood City
485 Woodside Rd, Redwood City, CA 94061
"I was very pleased with what this facility offers, what they have, and what I think I want. The staff member who gave...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$4,660
Britannia House
1608 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA 94061
Britannia Care Homes are small private homes that offer care and supervision in a warm family oriented environment. It...
Assisted Living
$6,000
Caring Stars Winner
Sunrise of Sunnyvale
633 S. Knickerbocker Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
"Sunrise Sunnyvale is modern, and it's well kept up. It's my favorite one that I went to. The staff was very caring. One...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$7,813
Caring Stars Winner
The Forum at Rancho San Antonio
23500 Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino, CA 95014
"After three years living here, on the anniversary of my husbands death, it leads me to believe he would heartily approve...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+3
$10,973
Willie Care Home II
1136 South Mary Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Welcome to Willie Care Home II Our homes in Sunnyvale are both modern and classic. They are purposely built for the...
Assisted Living
$6,000
Caring Stars Winner
Atria Sunnyvale
175 East Remington Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
"My mom is on the waiting list at Atria Sunnyvale. It's well organized and clean. I like its location. The guy I spoke...
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$4,295
Sunrise of Cupertino
581 E. Fremont Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Personalized assisted living and memory care services Set in the heart of Silicon Valley, Within easy reach of downtown...
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$9,485
Parkview RCH #2
919 Rosette Court, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
"My grandmother has moved into Parkview. The place is great, clean, and super wide open. There are only a few residents...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,500
Bayview Villa
777 Bayview drive, San Carlos, CA 94070
Bayview Villa Boutique style living Specializing in memory care! Bayview Villa is a family-owned community. We serve...
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Pricing unavailable
Caring Stars Winner
Belmont Village Sunnyvale
1039 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
"The staff at Belmont Village Sunnyvale was extremely professional, very friendly, and upbeat. The facilities themselves...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,005
Vista Terrace of Belmont
900 6th Avenue, Belmont, CA 94002
"I am the conservator for 2 female residents. From the fist telephone contact to todays the communications between the...
Assisted Living
$4,325
Ivy Park at Belmont
1010 Alameda de Las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002
"It was very beautiful and large, but they had only one floor for memory care. I had recommended it to somebody because...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$8,395
Ellore Senior Living
2350 Calle De Luna, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Ellore is a luxury senior living rooted in wellness and community. Located in the heart of Santa Clara, Ellore offers...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$6,995
Caring Stars Winner
Atria at Foster Square
707 Thayer Lane, Foster City, CA 94404
"My brother has moved into Atria at Foster Square Memory Care. My overall impression is that it's a great facility...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$8,600
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Marc
4.0
Review of Lytton Gardens
My mom is staying at Lytton Gardens. It's reasonably priced and convenient. They treat my mom consistently well. The staff members are good. The food is average. The quality is good, if not...
Assisted Living
Rose
4.0
Review of Ivy Park at Palo Alto
We are considering Ivy Park at Palo Alto for respite care and their representative was very nice. They only showed us a demo apartment and then showed us kind of the basic amenities. My mom is...
Provider response
Hi Rose, we really appreciate your review! Thank you!
Assisted Living
Judith
4.0
Review of Palo Alto Commons
Palo Alto Commons looked very clean and welcoming. I felt very comfortable there. The room was adequate. The woman during the tour was very good, very kind and welcoming, and interested in my...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, seniors in Palo Alto pay $7,150 per month for assisted living. While higher than the state median, costs prove more affordable than nearby San Francisco and Santa Cruz, where facilities charge $7,495 and $8,130 per month, respectively. On the other hand, more affordable care is accessible in Sacramento for $6,340. Modesto has even lower rates, with monthly prices settling around $4,100.
Palo Alto
$7,150
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
San Francisco
$7,495
Santa Cruz
$8,130
Modesto
$4,100
Sacramento
$6,340
Paying for Assisted Living in Palo Alto
Palo Alto residents can expect to pay $6,100 per month for assisted living according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This is $1,100 more than California’s average rate of $5,000, and it’s even higher than the United States as a whole at $1,800 more.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Palo Alto
Low-income seniors residing in Palo Alto may be eligible to apply for government funding to help pay for assisted living. There are currently two programs available: the 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver program through Medi-Cal and Supplemental Security Income – Category G.
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
Budget-conscious seniors may consider adult day care. Its part-time services offer a rate of $1,257 per month. While more expensive than assisted living, in-home care provides at-home personal services and household chores for $8,008. At a higher price of $8,771, home health care includes light medical services at home, preventing the need for institutionalization. Nursing homes, offering the highest level of care, see the costliest monthly expense at $13,809.
In-Home Care
$8,008
Home Health Care
$8,771
Adult Day Health Care
$1,257
Assisted Living Facility
$7,150
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$13,809
Note: Since data for Palo Alto is unavailable, we used data from the nearest city, San Jose, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Palo Alto
There are numerous free resources and programs available to Palo Alto’s senior community. Seniors can participate in volunteer opportunities, receive assistance to plan for long-term care and be connected with other helpful agencies in the area.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (408) 944-0567 | The main responsibility of long-term care ombudsmen is the defense of elder rights in assisted living communities. Seniors and their families can reach out to a staff member to report any facility-related problems, including financial abuse, denial of services, verbal or physical mistreatment and low-quality care. Assistance to gain admission into a long-term care setting may also be provided. Since this program is federally mandated, all services are strictly confidential and free of charge. |
| Sourcewise Community Resource Solutions | (408) 350-3200 | Sourcewise is the designated Area Agency on Aging for Santa Clara County where Palo Alto is located. Trained staff can help coordinate services for those awaiting placement in assisted living facilities. Residents may also be referred to resources, such as legal advice on civil cases, support groups for families and financial assistance as well as a variety of recreational programs. There are classes on technology and senior fitness, and counseling on Medicare is also available for uninsured residents or those experiencing any issues with their current provider. |
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program | (650) 696-7660 | Seniors can engage with the Palo Alto community and avoid social isolation through this volunteer program. Participants learn new skills and put existing ones to use with a variety of initiatives, including literacy projects, Meals on Wheels, skilled trades, food banks and legal support for residents with low incomes. In most cases, volunteers must be aged 55 or over and reside in northern Santa Clara County. |
| Office of Veterans Services | (408) 918-4980 | Santa Clara County’s Office of Veterans Services provides guidance on public benefits to former members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Staff members can help residents gather military records and other documents required for their applications. Benefits, such as VA pensions and disability compensation, may partially cover assisted living fees. In addition, veterans who meet certain criteria may be eligible to receive free primary care at select medical centers. Meetings are available in person and remotely. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Palo Alto
Palo Alto-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.
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