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Assisted Living in Walnut Creek, California

Walnut Creek is a city in California with a fairly large senior population. According to U.S. Census data, the city has a population of 70,166, and 29.1% of the population is aged 65 or older. The city has long, warm summers and short winters, with temperatures typically staying between 40 and 83 degrees F throughout the year. The city is home to many hiking trails and popular attractions, including Mount Diablo State Park, Old Borges Ranch and Castle Rock Park. This makes it a popular spot for active seniors who are looking to enjoy the great outdoors and pleasant weather.

If you or a loved one are looking for living arrangements without intensive supervision that still offer personalized care and support with activities of daily living, assisted living may be right for you. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, seniors pay an average of $6,319 per month for assisted living in Walnut Creek. This puts it notably above California’s $5,250 average and significantly above the national average of $4,500.

This guide covers the cost of assisted living in and around Walnut Creek and free or low-cost financial resources for seniors to help pay for care.

16 Assisted Living communities in Walnut Creek, CA | 20 nearby communities

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1. Atria Walnut Creek

1400 Montego, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Atria Valley View

1228 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek, CA, 94595

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. The Kensington

1580 Geary Road, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597

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

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Byron Park

1700 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA, 94595

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Ivy Park at Walnut Creek

2175 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Strawberry Hill at Gill Port

2069 Gill Port Lane, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

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

From $5000 / mo

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7. Walnut Creek Care Home

2562 Venado Camino, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

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

From $5500 / mo

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8. Walnut Creek Willows

2015 Mt Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

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

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Tiffany Court of Walnut Creek

1866 San Miguel Drive, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Viamonte at Walnut Creek

2801 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

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

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Always Home Care Agency

2121 N Calif Blvd Ste 290, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

Home Care, Personal Care

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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Camellia Garden Ii, Walnut Creek, CA

12. Camellia Garden Ii

390 El Divisadero Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

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

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. 24Hr HomeCare – Walnut Creek

1399 Ygnacio Valley Rd. Suite 35, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

Home Care, Personal Care

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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A & W Care Home I, Walnut Creek, CA

14. A & W Care Home I

521 Fenway Dr, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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Reyes Guest Belford, Walnut Creek, CA

15. Reyes Guest Belford

2263 Belford Dr, Walnut Creek, CA, 94518

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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Aaron's Advance Care Home Inc., Walnut Creek, CA

16. Aaron’s Advance Care Home Inc.

122 Los Altos Ave, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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20 matching communities nearby Walnut Creek

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. Oakmont of Montecito

4756 Clayton Road, Concord, CA, 94521

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Carlton Senior Living Downtown Pleasant Hill

175 Cleaveland Road, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Westmont of Pinole

2850 Estates Avenue, Pinole, CA, 94564

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

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Brookdale San Ramon

18888 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon, CA, 94583

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. Oakmont of Concord

1401 Civic Court, Concord, CA, 94520

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Atria Park of Lafayette

1545 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette, CA, 94549

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. 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 (877) 843-7557

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10. The Point at Rockridge

4500 Gilbert Street, Oakland, CA, 94611

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Pacifica Senior Living San Leandro

348 West Juana Ave, San Leandro, CA, 94577

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Sunrise of Danville

1027 Diablo Road, Danville, CA, 94526

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Brookdale Diablo Lodge

950 Diablo Road, Danville, CA, 94526

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. 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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15. Ivy Park at San Ramon

9199 Fircrest Lane, San Ramon, CA, 94583

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Marymount Villa

345 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA, 94577

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Ivy Park at Oakland Hills

11889 Skyline Boulevard, Oakland, CA, 94619

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Carefield Castro Valley Assisted Living & Memory Care

19960 Santa Maria Avenue, Castro Valley, CA, 94546

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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20. TreVista at Antioch

3950 Lone Tree Way, Antioch, CA, 94509

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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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 Walnut Creek

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 Walnut Creek

Seniors in Walnut Creek pay an average of $6,319 per month for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Walnut Creek

In Walnut Creek, the average cost for assisted living is $6,319 per month. This is $1,069 higher than the statewide average of $5,250, and $1,819 above the national average of $4,500.

$6319

Walnut Creek

$5250

California

$4500

The United States

At the low end of costs in the area, the Central Valley communities of Bakersfield and Fresno average $3,750 and $3,900 per month, respectively. San Jose seniors pay an average of $320 less per month than those in Walnut Creek, while seniors in the Wine Country city of Santa Rosa see monthly costs exceeding $730 at $7,048. Los Angeles ($5,250), San Diego ($5,475) and the state capital of Sacramento ($5,225), however, range from about $840 to $1,090 less per month on average than Walnut Creek. 

$6319

Walnut Creek

$3750

Bakersfield

$3900

Fresno

$6000

San Jose

$7048

Santa Rosa

$5250

Los Angeles

$5475

San Diego

$5225

Sacramento

NOTE: Data for Walnut Creek was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Walnut Creek

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.

Walnut Creek Assisted Living Resources

ContactDescription
Contra Costa County Aging and Adult Services(925) 229-8434There are several branches of the Area Agencies on Aging in California. The Contra Costa County Aging and Adult Services offers assistance to the residents of Walnut Creek, including support with mobility, respite care, access to transportation services and meal plans. It also connects seniors and their loved ones with other support agencies that may be able to provide financial assistance or help for those with certain medical conditions.
Contra Costa Veterans Service Office(669) 900 9128The Contra Costa Veterans Service Office provides local veterans and their families with support and assistance, including help with VA Aid and Attendance benefits, pensions and other payments. It also offers recommendations for support groups and veteran-owned and run businesses, education services and other programs that may be of use to veterans and their loved ones.
Walnut Creek Senior Center(909) 598-6200The Walnut Creek Senior Center is a recreational facility that serves senior citizens. It offers a variety of services, including a nutrition program, educational sessions for older adults, counseling services, health and wellness activities, social get-togethers and support services. Eligibility for their sessions varies, with some programs being open to all and subsidized sessions aimed at specific age-groups.
Walnut Creek Seniors Club(925) 943-5851The Walnut Creek Seniors Club is a nonprofit organization that provides a range of services for seniors, including drop-in sessions, classes, volunteer opportunities, social events and travel opportunities. There is a nominal annual membership fee required. This fee gives access to a monthly newsletter, discounts on events and trips and access to members-only services and facilities.
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services(925) 609-7900Contra Costa Senior Legal Services has been offering free legal services, advocacy and advice for seniors in the local area for more than 40 years. It assists with housing issues, prevention of abuse, incapacity planning and ombudsman complaints. It also offers educational sessions to help seniors remain aware of their legal rights.

Walnut Creek Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Walnut Creek 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