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zipAveragecost: $4,988

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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.
Photo of Chartier Care Home
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.
Chartier Home has years of experience. A beautiful newly remodeled residential care facility located in the exclusive Westside area of Redwood City. This intimate retirement home provides all the care and assistance with daily needs and offers its residents all the quality services and amenities...
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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.
Photo of Abigail Complete Care, Inc.
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.
Photo of Lakeview Lodge
Provides: Memory Care
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Gilroy, CA

The average cost of senior living in Gilroy is $4,988 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Diablo Grande, CA with an average of $3,515 per month.

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

Gilroy, CA
$4,988/mo

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

Gilroy, CA
$4,988/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,988/mo
$6,129/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,025/mo
Private
$6,250/mo
Studio
$7,465/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,321/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,770/mo

Senior living costs in Gilroy 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: Gilroy, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGilroy, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,988/mo$4,369/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,129/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,359/mo$4,504/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Gilroy, CA:$4,988/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Gilroy, CA:$6,129/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Gilroy, CA:$5,359/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in Gilroy, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gilroy 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 Gilroy, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Gilroy 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
Gilroy, CA$6,799/mo$6,551/mo+3.8%
California$5,654/mo$5,349/mo+5.7%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Gilroy, CA
2024 average cost:$6,799/mo
2023 average cost:$6,551/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
California
2024 average cost:$5,654/mo
2023 average cost:$5,349/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gilroy, 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 Gilroy.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gilroy

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gilroy

Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA

5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .

Ivy Park at Monterey

4.9
Our 98 year old mother moved into Ivy Park this past spring. She really enjoyed the lovely environment; her apartment, the facility and its’ grounds. The staff members were all warm, kind, caring, patient and respectful. Our mother’s condition did fail after a few months due to her underlying ...
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The Parkview in Pleasanton, CA

5.0
The food the staff and the activities are all great my mom is very happy here. I would recommend this community to others.

Gilroy review score based on 486 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 486 reviews of 180 Gilroy assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gilroy 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

Gilroy review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Gilroy, CA180 facilities
8.0
Morgan Hill, CA346 facilities
8.9

Review subcategories for Gilroy 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 486 reviews of 180 Gilroy assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gilroy 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.
Gilroy, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.3
3.7
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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*Learn more about cost details

Gilroy assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilroy assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilroy, 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 Gilroy 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 Gilroy that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gilroy, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.8%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gilroy 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 Gilroy Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gilroy, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.9%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gilroy 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 Gilroy partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilroy, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
32.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.3%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilroy 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 Gilroy communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilroy, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
27.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilroy 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 Gilroy offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gilroy, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
21.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gilroy

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 Gilroy protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Gilroy, Westmont of Morgan Hill and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gilroy, California. See full list of communities.
There are 250 assisted living facilities near Gilroy, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Gilroy, California are Westmont of Morgan Hill, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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