Berkeley, CA - Assisted Living

See our specialized care listings in Berkeley, CA below:

• Assisted Living
• Alzheimer's Care
• Independent Living

Berkeley, which is found in a predominantly urban part of Alameda County, has 4 community care facilities which provide individuals a range of long term care options to select from. It should not be too hard to get around the city with the multitude of public transportation choices available. If needed, there are several hospitals and nursing homes in and around Berkeley.

Assisted Living Amenities

Some of the standard amenities in Berkeley include:

• Ability to have pets on premises
• Beauty services
• Memory care

Meeting the unique needs of every individual is effortless with the varied network of care facilities which serves Berkeley. A lot of senior care facilities also have a number of specialists on staff in the event that more advanced care is needed, Dentists, Podiatrists, Gerontologists, and Physical Therapists for example. Some care facilities within the city provide kosher meals, can allow pets, provide indoor social activities, as well as common areas for activites. Also, in order to meet the needs of residents, some senior communities in the area provide multilingual staff fluent in Filipino.

While not necessary, when contacting the facilities you are interested in it can be advantageous to have the resident's medical history including any insurance, doctor, and facility names and contacts for any questions the facility intake manager might have. This can aid in outlining any special care the individual might require.

Assisted Living Cost Comparison in Berkeley

The cost of care facilities varies depending on the type of required services, but on average it costs residents about $5,200 per month. In contrast, the price for senior care facilities in Emeryville is up to $8,100 per month. For those individuals that can qualify there may be federal programs to reduce the financial burden. For more information, browse through the detailed cost table list below for comparisons to nearby cities.

Assisted Living Average Prices for Neighboring Cities

Source: Aggregated from the Genworth 2013, 2015 Cost of Care Survey, state licensing units, and from facility surveys. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, please confirm details with facilities directly.