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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.
All Care, LLC is a residential care home in Elk Grove, CA, which serves Sacramento County. Elk Grove is a nice, pleasant, quiet place to live. It has warm weather year round and beautiful views to enjoy. It is also located just south of the state capital so it gives visiting relatives and friends...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
A Perfect Home Away from home !' At Alexander's Residence for Seniors, you are 'HOME'. We are your CARING partners in your life's journey. Alexander's Residence has been operational since 2006. Our staff members have over 20+ years combined experience in senior care at Alexander's and...
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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.
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It was a quiet place. When my mom was there is was a really nice place. It was clean, and the people that worked there were just great. The were able to accommodate my mom's dietary restrictions in a...
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.
We are a six bed board an care facility located in the heart of Elk Grove , in a quiet neighborhood,within close proximity to both I-99 and I-5, major shopping centers,parks, movie theaters,and library. Our facility is within 5 miles of Methodist Hospital, and Kaiser South Sacramento, and within...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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My mom was placed at The Waterleaf at Land Park and she is doing absolutely fabulous and I love the place. A Place For Mom helped me with the placement.
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.
The WaterLeaf at Land Park is an assisted living community located in Sacramento, California, in Sacramento County and home to about 485,000 people. Sacramento is a beautiful city with its modern light rail trains, Tower Bridge and beautiful skyline showing the Sacramento River and the American...
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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.
The Harbour of Rejuvenation is a senior care home located in the historic community of West Sacramento in Yolo County. The area is known for its historic value to early California and includes many landmarks and buildings from the gold rush days of the mid 1800's. West Sacramento is just across...
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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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Central, CA

The average cost of senior living in Central is $3,833 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vacaville, CA with an average of $3,684 per month.

Assisted living costs in Central, CA, vs. nearby cities

Central, CA
$3,833/mo
$3,978/mo

Assisted living costs in Central, CA, vs. state and national averages

Central, CA
$3,833/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Central, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,833/mo
$4,648/mo

Assisted living costs in Central, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,948/mo
Private
$4,236/mo
Studio
$4,967/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,256/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,680/mo

Senior living costs in Central vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Central, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCentral, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,833/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,648/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,798/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Central, CA:$3,833/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Central, CA:$4,648/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Central, CA:$3,798/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Central, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Central and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Central, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Central have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Central, CA$5,115/mo$5,450/mo-6.1%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Central, CA
2024 average cost:$5,115/mo
2023 average cost:$5,450/mo
Percent change:-6.1%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Central, 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 Central.

What families are saying about assisted living in Central

Recent reviews for assisted living in Central

The Meadows Senior Living in Elk Grove, CA

5.0
I would recommend The Meadows to other families. The staff get to know the tenants and their family/ support providers and share observations.

Chateau On Capitol Avenue in Sacramento, CA

5.0
My 91 year old mother has been at Chateau on Capitol Ave. for about six months and has adapted well. She has made many new friends and is enjoying life there. The staff are very attentive and I'm impressed that every staff member calls her by name. It is a personal touch that I find endearing. ...
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Good Neighbor Care Vacaville

5.0
mom is happy at Pacifica which is very important. The staff is wonderful, caring and pleasant. I admire all of the care takers and appreciate all they do. Mom likes her meals and all of the activities. Pacifica is clean, the grounds are nice and it is great place for those live there. Thank you ...
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Central review score based on 71 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 71 reviews of 42 Central assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Central 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

Central review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Central, CA42 facilities
8.2
Elk Grove, CA79 facilities
8.5
Lemon Hill, CA136 facilities

Review subcategories for Central 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 71 reviews of 42 Central assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Central 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.
Central, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Central assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Central assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Central, 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 Central 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 Central that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Central, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.2%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Central 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 Central Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Central, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Central 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 Central partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Central, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Central 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 Central communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Central, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Central 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 Central offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Central, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Central

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Central protect seniors.
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Regency Place Senior Living, Greenhaven Place and The Gardens at Laguna Springs are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Central, California. See full list of communities.
There are 46 assisted living facilities near Central, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Central, California are Paramount House Senior Living, Oakmont of Carmichael and Atria El Camino Gardens. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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