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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mom has worsening dementia, but is generally fairly polite. She's also pretty wily, and can lure you into a false sense of security. The staff at Sunset Home are very loving.awareand very patient
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Sunset Home for the Elderly is a lovely care facility that is located in Alameda, San Francisco California. This area is noted for its beautiful Victorian homes and is near a beautiful beach and shopping center. We, at Sunset home for the Elderly, enjoy helping those who need a secure, caring and...
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The Staff is attentive to my Mom and they have done what they can to make her time there comfortable. She has a private room that looks out on the Patio and being at the end of a court it is quite and has...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Choosing a senior home for a beloved family member is no easy task. Browsing through a vast array of institutions can leave a family in stress and confusion, as everyone wants to find the best quality of services for their loved ones. By visiting Granada Homes 2, anybody can quickly realize that...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Granada Home provides the highest level of residential care to elders. Granada Home offers 24-hour care and supervision in home-like surroundings that are safe, comfortable and enjoyable to live in. With a friendly and experienced professional staff, competitive rates, and all-inclusive...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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They're really clean. The care services are pretty fantastic. I was there yesterday and everything is good. They give my mom a bath everyday. They really keep her very clean and she's happy there. There are...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Granada Home 3 is a senior living facility located in Pinole, California. For years they have been one of the top-rated and most revered assisted living facilities in the state. They have also received exceedingly positive feedback from their residents and family members of their residents year...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Just minutes from Danville and Walnut Creek, this is the home you’ve been looking for -- a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Nested among beautifully aged trees in a quiet neighborhood, most apartments offer a private balcony or patio- many with views of our enchanted gardens or...
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Golden Age Senior Living facility in Alameda, California has been a life saver for me and my Dad. My Dad needed a warm type of home setting where care takers are genuinely interested in the clients. With...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Golden Age Bayside is located on Channing Way in Alameda, California. We offer specialized senior care services for elderly patients. Our staff is also experienced and skilled to work with patients who have dementia, alzheimers, and those with Hospice needs. Our staff has been treating patients...
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The care that my loved one is receiving is good. He is getting the care that he needs, but there are not enough caregivers to take care of all of their residents. They could use and additional caregiver....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Goldencare 2 is a residential care home located in Alameda, CA, providing Alzheimer's Care and Assisted Living to non-aggressive residents in all stages of dementia. At Goldencare 2, your loved ones will enjoy top rate care, including: medication management, standby care for transfers, diet...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Gold Age Channing is a retirement home located in Alameda, California. This retirement home is focused on providing its residents with a calm, tranquil environment with many seniors from all walks of life. This retirement home is very flexible in terms of who they will take in, including those on...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Cindy’s Care Home, is a senior community center located in the leafy suburbs of Hercules, California in Contra Costa County. The scenery around this residential care home is awesome. The area has a calming breeze that is great for relaxation. The trees provide a pleasant shadowed area for seniors...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Located in the beautiful Sweet Road of Alameda County of California, Golden Age of Sweet Road is an assisted home and living facility for elderly members of the society. The management of this senior care service specializes in the care of old people who are sick due to their old age and cannot...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Deer Hill Care Home is a six-bed facility, nestled along the Lafayette hillside.  The facility is wheel-chair accessible and both ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals are welcome.  Each Resident is provided his or her own furnished room, for privacy and comfort.  DHCH has four...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waters Edge Lodge is family owned and operated Assisted Living and Senior Living community nestled in a unique and peaceful setting on the lagoon of Harbor Bay. The Lodge is part of AEC Living, which has cared for seniors for over 50 years in Alameda and the East Bay.Our apartments provide a warm...
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They are doing an excellent job. They are treating her very well. It's kept clean. The food is really good, and if they are cooking something she doesn't like they will get her what the alternative is. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When a person ages, their wants and needs change. Sometimes poor health, or lack of immediate family, requires searching for a new place to live. We, at Villa-Del-Rey have excellent facilities, in all areas for our residents. As an assisted living facility, there is a choice of private or...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of assisted living in Berkeley, CA

The average cost of senior living in Berkeley is $4,662 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Martinez, CA with an average of $4,540 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Berkeley, CA vs. nearby cities

Berkeley, CA
$4,662/mo
$4,880/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Berkeley, CA vs. the state and national average

Berkeley, CA
$4,662/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Berkeley vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,662/mo
$5,913/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Berkeley, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,824/mo
Private
$5,000/mo
Studio
$6,436/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,371/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,203/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Berkeley over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Berkeley, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Berkeley.

What families are saying about assisted living in Berkeley

Recent reviews for assisted living in Berkeley

Goldencare 2 in Alameda, CA

5.0
I love Golden Care but having issue with A Place for Mom. Golden Care is great and I'm pleased, but I went on my own to the facility, not through A Place for Mom.

Blue Horizon Living LLC in Concord, CA

4.8
They are great at Blue Horizon Living LLC. Mom just missed dad and that is the only reason that we took her out. The management and staff are exceptional at this facility. They were very patient with mom as she was in a lot of pain. I really couldn't ask for a better place for mom. The people ...
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Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Berkeley review score based on 90 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 90 reviews of 68 Berkeley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Berkeley review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Berkeley review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Berkeley, CA68 facilities
8.1
Albany, CA65 facilities
8.1
Emeryville, CA94 facilities

Review subcategories for Berkeley assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 90 reviews of 68 Berkeley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Berkeley resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Berkeley assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Berkeley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Berkeley, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Berkeley assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Berkeley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
36.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.7%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Berkeley assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Berkeley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Berkeley, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Berkeley assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Berkeley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.7%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Berkeley assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Berkeley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Berkeley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
26.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Berkeley assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Berkeley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Berkeley

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Berkeley protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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La Orinda Care Home, Greenhills Care Home and Oakmont of Montecito are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Berkeley, California. See full list of communities.

There are 82 assisted living facilities near Berkeley, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Berkeley, California are Greenhills Care Home, Sunrise of San Mateo and Coterie Cathedral Hill. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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