Alameda, CA, offers a comfortable climate year-round, and the city’s approximately 76,000 residents, including about 12,700 seniors ages 65 and older, enjoy moderate temperatures and many sunny days. The city’s residents are served by Alameda Hospital, which offers a full range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, oncology, stroke care, therapy, orthopedics and a special Senior Health program designed to educate and support older adults. Several other medical centers are within easy driving distance of Alameda for a greater spectrum of care.
Seniors who require 24-hour nursing and support for complex medical conditions may do well in a nursing home environment. Residents receive medical and personal care assistance from licensed nurses and trained aides. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, Alameda’s seniors can expect to pay about $11,566 per month for nursing home care (with a semiprivate room). This is significantly higher than the national average of $7,908. Seniors who do not require such comprehensive care may choose less expensive options such as assisted living or home care instead.
This guide will explain more about the costs of nursing home care and other senior care options and provide a list of resources for seniors.
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516 WILLOW STREET, Alameda, CA, 94501
4.5
(2 reviews)
"This facility was for my Aunty who needed rehab after she was admitted into the hospital. She was there for several weeks before she was safe enough to go home. The staff were able to get her home care, home health therapy, and a meal service. The c..."
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625 WILLOW ST., Alameda, CA, 94501
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I was in South Shore Convalescent Hospital twice, the first time probably about 4 weeks a few years ago and 7 weeks the last time exactly a year ago. It's affiliated with the hospital. It has both rehabilitation and also residence. The care was fine,..."
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430 Willow Street, Alameda, CA, 94501
2.4
(7 reviews)
"I met with one staff at Alameda Healthcare & Wellness Center during my visit. I saw one room. It was very clean. Some of the places have a lot of stuff in the hallways; but in this place, their hallways are clean. What concerned me about this place..."
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100 BAY PLACE, Oakland, CA, 94610
4.2
(15 reviews)
"My mother did rehab at St. Paul's Towers. They had residents in that place as well. She was OK with it there. She was doing whatever they needed for her to do actively until it's time for her to leave the facility. The floor that she was on was more ..."
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3431 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland, CA, 94601
4.1
(16 reviews)
"The quality of LOVING care there was absolutely amazing. Helpful, friendly staff..."
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110 41st Street, Oakland, CA, 94611
3.5
(19 reviews)
"If I absolutely could not care for my parents on my own when they get older, or if they needed some type of medical assistance, I would definitely look for a place like Piedmont Gardens Nursing Home. Piedmont Gardens has three different levels of car..."
READ MORE331 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, San Francisco, CA, 94107
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Mission Bay Convalescent Hospital is surrounded by wonderful hospitals like UCSF, Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health. You do not need to worry if the patient needs immediate medical attention. I rated this 5 stars not only because of it's location b..."
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326 Mission Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901
4.5
(4 reviews)
"I would highly recommend living at Aldersly. The staff are all wonderfully dedicated & caring, they provide transportation & fun activities, the food is delicious, and the grounds are just gorgeous. If you are looking for a kind-hearted and professio..."
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2780 26th Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94601
"I'm in Bellaken Garden & Skilled Nursing Center for rehab, and it's been very good. I also like the fact that they're in a military insurance provider network. The upkeep is very good, too. It was hard for me to learn about the staff here. Once I di..."
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210 40th Street Way, Oakland, CA, 94611
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband had his rehabilitation at Rehabilitation Center Oakland. The physical therapy part was very good. They had some lovely staff and nursing people. I thought they were very caring and they did their best. Just like any other nursing home, the..."
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2910 MCCLURE STREET, Oakland, CA, 94609
3.5
(2 reviews)
"This is the most caring facility. My mother spent her last few months at McClure and they treated her with such love, compassion and dignity. I cannot express my gratitude enough to these "angels" who helped my in my darkest hour. I noticed they ..."
READ MORE3025 HIGH STREET, Oakland, CA, 94619
3.0
(2 reviews)
"I like Excell Health Care Center a lot. It seemed like every time there was somebody in the hallway in a wheelchair, a staff member would come and get them. They wouldn’t just go bobbing into the hallway. Whether it’s a medication question or my mom ..."
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2361 EAST 29TH STREET, Oakland, CA, 94606
3.0
(1 reviews)
"It was my least favorite of the places I visited. I did not like that place. The hallways were cluttered with all kinds of equipment and things. I was not impressed with the staff. The two people that I ran into, they were both new and seemed a littl..."
READ MORE2919 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland, CA, 94602
3.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend has been at Windsor Healthcare Center of Oakland for about a month now. What I liked most about it is that they feed him 3 times a day, they change the bed every day, and they're there to help him, but I like something a little bit better. ..."
READ MORE2829 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94705
1.6
(7 reviews)
"Elmwood Care Center ignored my mom and tried to tell her she was drinking too much water and she couldn’t have more food. She felt really neglected over there. They never even offered to give her a bath. The cleanliness was good. The food, she said, ..."
READ MOREIn Alameda, nursing homes charge an average of $11,566 per month for a semiprivate room and $14,068 for a private room.
Alameda’s nursing home costs are high compared to the state and national averages and compared to other California cities. Prices in Alameda run about $3,600 higher than the U.S. average and around $1,800 more than the California average.
Looking at comparable cities in California, Oxnard’s nursing homes charge slightly less than those in Alameda at $11,254. Sacramento’s prices come in at $10,646, while average rates in Salinas are lower than those in Alameda by over $1,800. Fresno’s costs are even lower, coming in at $8,638.
Alameda
$11,566
California
$9,794
The United States
$7,908
Sacramento
$10,646
Fresno
$8,638
Oxnard
$11,254
Salinas
$9,733
Other senior care options are less expensive than nursing home care in Alameda. Adult day health care comes in at the low end of the cost spectrum, nearly $10,000 per month less than nursing home care. Seniors who prefer to receive care in their own homes may choose in-home care at $6,864 per month or home health care at $7,150. Assisted living communities are also lower in cost than nursing homes by about $5,240.
Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,150
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living
$6,319
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$11,566
Nursing Home (private room)
$14,068
Note: Data for Alameda was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Seniors in the Alameda area have access to many helpful resources that can smooth their transition to nursing home care. These organizations are designed to provide seniors with the information they need to remain as healthy and independent as possible.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging | (510) 271-9100 | The Area Agency on Aging connects seniors with resources about nutrition, legal issues and care planning and management. The agency's information program provides referrals to care facilities, emergency response programs and fall prevention programs. The agency publishes a newsletter and provides support for families. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (510) 638-6878 | An ombudsman works with residents of long-term care facilities to educate them about their rights, listen to their concerns and work to resolve complaints and problems. The ombudsman office also visits residents, helps residents and facility staff members access resources and teaches residents to advocate for themselves. |
| California Medicaid | (800) 786-4346 | California's Medicaid program, called Medi-Cal, can help seniors pay for the long-term care they need. To qualify, California residents need to be at least 65 years old and meet income requirements. Nursing home staff will usually guide seniors in applying for Medicaid. |
| California Department of Public Health | (916) 558-1784 | The California Department of Public Health offers senior health programs to help prevent disease and educate older adults about chronic conditions such as Alzheimer's Disease, diabetes, heart disease, strokes, colon cancer and arthritis. The department promotes screenings and links seniors with the resources they need to remain healthy. |
| Alameda County Veterans Service Office | (510) 577-1926 | The Alameda County Veterans Service Office helps veterans and their families learn about and apply for benefits they may be eligible to receive. These benefits may include VA financial aid, health care and housing. Veterans may access other helpful programs through the office as well. |
Nursing Homes
Harry
4
Review of BAY VIEW REHABILITATION HOSPITAL, LLC
I was in Bay view Rehabilitation Hospital LLC for rehab. They took care of me very well. It's just that I didn't like the idea of being in any one place, but it's going to be like that for me for...
Nursing Homes
Helen
4
Review of Alameda Healthcare & Wellness Center
I met with one staff at Alameda Healthcare & Wellness Center during my visit. I saw one room. It was very clean. Some of the places have a lot of stuff in the hallways; but in this place, their...
Nursing Homes
Namamorob
5
Review of BAY VIEW REHABILITATION HOSPITAL, LLC
This facility was for my Aunty who needed rehab after she was admitted into the hospital. She was there for several weeks before she was safe enough to go home. The staff were able to get her home...
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