See our Monterey assisted living or specialized care listings below:
Located in a predominantly suburban part of Monterey County, Monterey has five elderly care facilities close to the city that provides individuals an assortment of long term care options of which to select from. Moving around in the city of Monterey can be difficult to do without a car or friend or family member to help. Based on information taken from recent studies there are many highly rated skilled nursing homes, as well as hospitals in the surrounding areas.
Assisted Living Amenities & Services
Feeling secure at a residential care facility is primarily about finding the amenities you need that are applicable at a given location. Some standard amenities in Monterey include:
- Individualized meal options
- Doctors are on call
- Hospice and comfort care
Meeting the unique needs of every senior is simple with the varied network which operates in Monterey. If religion is important to you or your loved one, many elder care facilities offer devotional services on site, while those that offer off site services usually arranging for a means for transportation. French and Spanish are spoken among the staff of some facilities in the area.
While not required, when contacting the facilities listed below it can be advantageous to have relevant medical history including any insurance, doctor, and contacts for any questions the facility onboarding manager might have. This can aid in outlining any special care the individual might need.
Senior Living Cost Comparison
The price of community care facilities varies depending on the type of services needed, but on average it costs residents approximately $5,400 per month. In contrast, the price of assisted living in Carmel is in the range of $8,900 per month. For families that can qualify there are usually state programs to supplement the financial burden. The list below has average costs in cities nearby Monterey:
Senior Living Average Prices for Neighboring Cities
| City | Average Cost |
|---|
| Monterey, CA | $5,400 |
| Aptos, CA | $6,800 |
| Carmel, CA | $8,100 |
| Gilroy, CA | $3,300 |
| Salinas, CA | $3,800 |
| Santa Cruz, CA | $5,400 |
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.
