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Assisted Living in Oakland, CA

With over 433,000 residents, Oakland is the third most populous city in the San Francisco Bay Area. The city has a highly diverse population of which 12.9% are over the age of 65. This rich cultural heritage has led to it developing a strong artistic identity with several celebrated institutions such as the Oakland Museum of California and the African American Museum and Library.

Seniors in Oakland may consider moving into an assisted living facility if they need help with daily activities and want to live among their peers. In addition to a room, regular meals and personalized assistance, these communities offer a range of recreational and social activities to help residents live their best lives. On average, assisted living in Oakland costs $6,319 per month. This is high compared to the state and national average.

With this guide, you can compare assisted living costs in Oakland with other cities in California and learn how to pay for this type of care with our financial assistance resources.

21 Assisted Living communities in Oakland, CA | 19 nearby communities

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1. Pacifica Senior Living Oakland Heights

2361 E 29th St, Oakland, CA, 94606

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. The Point at Rockridge

4500 Gilbert Street, Oakland, CA, 94611

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Ivy Park at Oakland Hills

11889 Skyline Boulevard, Oakland, CA, 94619

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Lake Park Senior Living

1850 Alice Street, Oakland, CA, 95612

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Bellaken Garden and Skilled Nursing Center

2780 26th Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94601

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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St. Paul's Towers, Oakland, CA

6. St. Paul’s Towers

100 Bay Pl, Oakland, CA, 94610

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

5238 Coronado Ave., Oakland, CA, 94618

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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Hilton House, Oakland, CA

8. Hilton House

6112 Hilton Street, Oakland, CA, 94605

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Dimond Care

3003 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland, CA, 94602

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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Lakeshore Residential Care, Oakland, CA

10. Lakeshore Residential Care

1901 3rd Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94606

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Elder Ashram

3121 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94602

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Good Shepherd Vista

5472 Foothill Blvd.., Oakland, CA, 94601

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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Holy Family Home, Oakland, CA

13. Holy Family Home

2420 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94601

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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St Paul'S Towers, Oakland, CA

14. St Paul’S Towers

100 Bay Pl, Oakland, CA, 94610

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Park Boulevard Manor

4135 Park Blvd, Oakland, CA, 94602

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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Mark Twain Senior Community, Oakland, CA

16. Mark Twain Senior Community

3525 Lyon Ave, Oakland, CA, 94601

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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Valdez Plaza, Oakland, CA

17. Valdez Plaza

280 28th St, Oakland, CA, 94611

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Hotel Oakland

270 13th St, Oakland, CA, 94612

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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Princeton Manor Healthcare Center, Oakland, CA

19. Princeton Manor Healthcare Center

2124 57th Ave, Oakland, CA, 94621

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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J & C Care Center, Llc, Oakland, CA

20. J & C Care Center, Llc

4240 Redding St, Oakland, CA, 94619

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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Lake Merritt Care Home, Oakland, CA

21. Lake Merritt Care Home

576 Valle Vista Ave, Oakland, CA, 94610

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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19 matching communities nearby Oakland

1. MorningStar Senior Living of Hayward

1200 Russell Way, Hayward, CA, 94541

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Carlton Senior Living Downtown Pleasant Hill

175 Cleaveland Road, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Westmont of Pinole

2850 Estates Avenue, Pinole, CA, 94564

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Atria Walnut Creek

1400 Montego, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Landmark Villa

21000 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA, 94541

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill

2770 Pleasant Hill Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Atria Park of Lafayette

1545 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette, CA, 94549

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Carlton Senior Living San Leandro

1000 East 14th Street, San Leandro, CA, 94577

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Pacifica Senior Living San Leandro

348 West Juana Ave, San Leandro, CA, 94577

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Best Home Care, Inc

26236 Industrial Blvd, Hayward, CA, 94545

Home Care, Personal Care

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Atria Valley View

1228 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek, CA, 94595

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. The Kensington

1580 Geary Road, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Lafayette Gardens

3486 Monroe Ave, Lafayette, CA, 94549

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $4000 / mo

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14. Marymount Villa

345 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA, 94577

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Coterie Cathedral Hill

1001 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94109

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Byron Park

1700 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA, 94595

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Carefield Castro Valley Assisted Living & Memory Care

19960 Santa Maria Avenue, Castro Valley, CA, 94546

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Serra Highlands Senior Living

501 King Drive, Daly City, CA, 94015

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. Oakmont of Mariner Point

2400 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA, 94501

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Oakland

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in California. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Oakland

Oakland families pay an average price of $6,319 per month for assisted living communities according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey for 2021. 

Paying for Assisted Living in Oakland

The average cost for assisted living in California is $5,250, which is $1,069 lower than it is in Oakland. The national average is $1,819 less expensive per month.

$6319

Oakland

$5450

California

$4500

The United States

The only city in California where assisted living costs are higher than Oakland is Santa Rosa with a monthly average of $7,048. Stockton, which is just a bit to the east of Oakland, has some of the least expensive rates. San Jose is just to the south and has a monthly average of $6,000. In Vallejo, to the north, assisted living communities have a median rate of $4,950. Los Angeles and Sacramento are both more than $1,000 less expensive than Oakland: $5,250 and $5,225 respectively. The average price in San Diego is $5,475.

$6319

Oakland

$5250

Los Angeles

$5225

Sacramento

$5475

San Diego

$6000

San Jose

$7048

Santa Rosa

$3649

Stockton

$4950

Vallejo

Note: Data for Oakland was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Oakland

More ways to pay for assisted living in California

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in California.

Oakland Assisted Living Resources

ContactDescription

Alameda County Social Services Agency – Adult and Ageing Services(510) 577-1900The Adult and Ageing Services Department of the Alameda County Social Services Agency is an organization that protects the rights of Oakland’s elderly and disabled population and offers a wealth of useful services. Seniors can consult with an ombudsman to file complaints about mistreatment or inadequate care in assisted living communities. Additionally, it can provide a public guardian for those requiring help with finance management due to memory impairment or neurocognitive disorders.
U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs Oakland Regional Office(800) 827-1000The U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs Oakland Regional Office is an administrative department that represents the interests of military retirees in Oakland. The organization helps to connect veterans with the resources and financial assistance programs in their area, including VA health care and VA disability benefits.
Downtown Oakland Senior Center(510) 238-3284Downtown Oakland Senior Center is the largest and longest-running senior center in the Oakland metro area. The facility has a diverse offering of events and activities to stimulate the mental and physical health of local residents. For a small annual fee, seniors have access to a full calendar of fitness classes, educational workshops, mutual aid meetings and movie screenings. Additionally, it offers legal assistance and essential medical care such as blood pressure monitoring and podiatry.
ASSETS(510) 238-3535Founded in 1969 by the City of Oakland Department of Human Services, ASSETS is a program that helps Oakland seniors find employment opportunities in the area and overcome any obstacles such as disability or language. All citizens over the age of 55 are eligible for the program and are provided with free job placement in addition to any coaching they may need. The program offers financial compensation during training, paying a basic minimum wage.
Legal Aid For Seniors(510) 832-3040Legal Aid For Seniors is a community outreach and advocacy group that helps elderly citizens to access all the legal resources they need irrespective of their financial situation. It provides representation during court proceedings relating to elder abuse, child guardianship, public benefits and health law. Its volunteers and employees regularly travel to senior centers throughout Alameda County to teach senior citizens about their rights.
California Alliance For Retired Americans(877) 223-6107The California Alliance For Retired Americans (CARA) is a nonprofit organization that networks over 275 senior centers, tenant associations and community groups. This statewide operation is dedicated to providing social and economic justice for California’s elderly population, working closely with legislators and community leaders to influence policies on the governmental level. CARA regularly conducts Empowered Elder Workshops which provides extensive information on the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid, and social security. CARA members also benefit from a cashback program that offers rebates from a number of popular online retailers.

Oakland Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Oakland area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in California