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10 Best Nursing Homes in Lafayette, CA

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Photo of Cardinal Point
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The staff are happy and genuinely care about the people who live here. They all have a roll and are excellent at what they do, they are able to bring joy because they’re at ease, they know what they’re...
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.
Cardinal Point is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) which means that our residents move in when they are independent and active, truly being able to participate in all we have to offer! Additionally, we are also licensed for Assisted Living, so as the years go on, the resident can...
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I made sure to talk to my Mom's care team each time I stopped in. They were always so excited to report on her progress. In the beginning Mom didn't like it there because it was unfamiliar she was pretty...
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.
Community & Location Highlights:Conveniently located in Danville, CAVery close to Blackhawk Medical CenterMinutes from beautiful Diablo Country ClubSurrounded by stunning gardensSunrise of Danville, in Danville, California, offers a loving environment, staffed by experienced caregivers. Our...
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Brookdale Diablo has a very welcoming energy from both staff and residents. All staff from sales to resident care have been great. My mom's care staff encouraged her to participate in fitness classes. Very...
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.
Home Comforts with Luxury AmenitiesSome seniors might think retirement means falling asleep in an armchair and counting down the minutes until your next television program comes on. But that doesn’t have to be your experience. Instead of settling for a life of isolation and boredom, you can...
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Needed a month long respite stay and Walnut Creek Atria was perfect ! Comfortable room and meals, attentive staff , tasty meals and a very clean facility . I particularly liked the outside area with koi...
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.
As one of the most trusted senior living providers in the East Bay, Atria Walnut Creek has served families like yours for more than 10 years.With a continued commitment to quality, they have just completed a full-scale renovation to enhance the beauty and functionality of the community, indoors...
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5 on all. What we like the most about the community is that the staff are super nice and caring. The food is excellent and the activities run all day long. We would absolutely recommend this community to...
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.
Ivy Park at Walnut Creek offers the finest in retirement living, assisted living, and memory care. We strive to create the retirement lifestyle that our loved ones have always desired and to bring their envisioned community to life. Our range of care services are based on a “whole living”...
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Excellent staff, chef is extremely thoughtful and will make personalized meals upon request. Extremely clean throughout, diligent services of care, adequate room size and appropriate support. Beautiful view...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Community Highlights:* Conveniently located in a beautiful, safe residential neighborhood in the Oakland Hills* Multiple nurses on staff to manage resident well-being and complex medical situations* Accommodate many couples who want to stay together but have different care needs* Higher...
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1. My choice in joining the community is "limited care" so i don't take meals or have anyone clean my apartment. When there is a health event like too many people with the flu, they deliver meals to everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
This is the kind of place people dream of living in. With views of both Lake Merritt and the East Bay Hills, Lake Park is a retirement community in Oakland, CA that's ?lled with natural light, greenery and fascinating people. Here, a diverse collection of extraordinary residents enjoys a...
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We love Mercy! It's a great fit for [name removed]! The staff is loving and caring. There are multiple activities each day. The food is very good to excellent cleanliness is very good for our knees. The part...
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.
Mercy Retirement and Care Center is an assisted living community located in Oakland, California, in Alameda County and home to over 413,000 people. Oakland is a wonderful city with lots of businesses, shopping, sporting events, restaurants and stores. Residents will enjoy Bay area views, shopping...
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Facility is great, clean and upkept well. Food is good, portions are moderate but the selection is great. Room size currently is a studio, not huge but ok for someone that doesn't have or need a...
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.
With the classic California ambiance of a Mission-style lodge, Atria Valley View is a vibrant assisted living community nestled in the hills of Walnut Creek, conveniently located near downtown, shopping, banking and the John Muir Medical Center.Recently redeveloped to create strong indoor-outdoor...
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There is a very friendly community. They have done a good job of inviting my mom to participate even though she's reluctant. When she does participate, she enjoys it. Floor staff seems to be always in a...
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.
Montecito is a premier retirement community situated on a lush five-acre campus with views of the rolling hills and direct access to Galindo Creek and Newhall Park. Montecito provides quality, comfort and a continuum of care with five-star services and amenities. Here, an active lifestyle...
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Photo of The Kensington
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I've been thrilled with the care so far! It's a bustling environment - active with friendly & caring care-givers, offering a huge range of activities. The other residents are actively involved -- way beyond...
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.
The Kensington at Walnut Creek, San Francisco Bay area community is nestled a beautiful residential neighborhood walking distance to shopping and restaurants. The gracious community features 178 spacious apartments. Our manicured grounds, gardens, courtyards, and fountains enhance the community....
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From day one the staff has been very friendly and accommodating. The facility is beautiful, food is very good, and a lovely garden patio area. Many activities available every day. Would highly recommend...
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.
About Oakmont of ConcordOakmont of Concord is a luxury retirement community situated on a lush campus with scenic views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are also very close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment.If an active lifestyle is what...
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Staff is very helpful, kind, patient and attentive. Facility is very clean, good food and my mom's room is the right size for her
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Oakland Heights provides a wide range of services to meet the needs of seniors in all stages of life. They offer everything from independent living to dementia care. They even offer support services for family members, including support groups for those interested. Elderly...
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There is a new director in place, and he deserves time to implement changes and improvements. He has been very open to feedback and input, which is encouraging. The staff are cheerful, caring, and work hard...
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.
Situated in Poet’s Corner between the West Berkeley Design Loop and the International Marketplace District, Elegance Berkeley is designed to help the East Bay’s active elders continue to contribute, participate and inspire future generations.Offering a comfortable, supportive and accessible...
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The main lobby where they host most of the activities is very spacious and well lit with natural light! The daily activities. My mother isn't always happy with the food but she is picky
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 you make the decision to move to your new home with us at Entrust Senior Living of Concord, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community, you will find we are not just another senior living community.We measure our success not only by the Wellness factor, but also the Happiness factor!It has...
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A very nice place. Have not spent a lot of time there. Staff very friendly and helpful . Lots of activities available tho don’t think my sister takes part in many . Spoke to a woman whose mother is there....
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Lakeside Park, nestled in the scenic neighborhood of Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park, is dedicated solely to Memory Care. Everything is designed to support the full well-being of our residents experiencing memory care changes in their lives. One-bedroom and studio residences feature spacious...
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The facility is about 5 years old so still "new". It is well laid out, the memory care unit has two common areas for activities and another area for small groups. There is an outdoor secured and sheltered...
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.
Belmont Village Albany, affiliated with the University of California, Berkeley*, offers a collaborative experience that embraces Albany’s community-oriented character while sharing the benefits of university affiliation. The best-in-class community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and...
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I would give them a 5. They are doing a great job taking care of my mom. She has severe dementia and they are able to help her stay reasonably calm and comfortable as she goes through this final stage of her...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Fewer Worries, More JoyIf you were to ask our memory care residents in Danville, California if they are happy to be here, they would tell you life has never been better. Each resident of our community experiences a full and rich life. Our community calendar provides activities, programs and...
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the following comments are based on our sister's perceptions, visits, interactions with staff, etc. over the past few months since admission. Re: Room: size is ok, but dark. Brother spends most time in...
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.
The Point at Rockridge, located in the Rockridge neighborhood in Oakland, is across street from a complete shopping center and only a few blocks from the unique shopping areas of Piedmont and College Avenues. Physician’s offices, medical facilities, churches and synagogues, as well as UC...
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My wife and I are staying here and the location is great it's right downtown. We are in the independent living and they come clean our room once a week and do the linens. They have lots of daily activities...
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.
Situated between Berkeley and Walnut Creek in Contra Costa county, Merrill Gardens proudly offers senior living for the Lamorinda area in the heart of downtown Lafayette. Enjoy being centrally located within walking distance to local shops, restaurants and art galleries. The Lafayette Library and...
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The Tiffany Court staff is wonderful to my Mom. My Mom needed assisted living with memory care, and Tiffany Court at Kingston is the unicorn for our family. Private rooms with private bathrooms and...
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.
TIFFANY COURT is a unique assisted living community, located in the heart of beautiful Walnut Creek. Our intimate size, elegant homelike environment, and unsurpassed location make Tiffany Court the number one choice for seniors in Contra Costa County. Tiffany Court resident independence is...
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They accepted my loved one from the hospital and were able to accommodate us quickly. They did require a 24-hour aide at first, but only for 3 days, and they only quarantined him for 3 days. They have a...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Reviews 'When one visits Heatherwood, the first thing that one notices is the upbeat, happy atmosphere. The staff greet you with a smile. Heatherwood has a great feel. This is pretty remarkable, given that Heatherwood specializes in caring for residents with Alzheimer's and other forms of...
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My loved one is always saying the food is good, this is important since my loved one is in assisted living. The community also will bring food to the room so I can visit with my loved one in their...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
We are proud to offer exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care services in one of the East Bay's loveliest areas. Nestled in the heart of Moraga's rolling hills, this desirable place to live offers a charming country atmosphere within easy reach of city amenities. Our quaint, all-American town...
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The community is wonderful and beautiful. the staff has been awesome to my loved one. My loved one really enjoys the community and the people. The meals are really and there is a variety of options. I...
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.
Carlton Senior Living Downtown Pleasant Hillis a lovely, independent, assisted living and memory care community located in downtown Pleasant Hill area. Built with luxury and comfort perfectly balanced, Carlton is the best choice for many seniors and their families. You will feel right at home in...
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Generally, very happy with Merrill. Good amount of activities. Care is good. The caregivers get to know mom so that personal touch/relationship is good. I have gotten calls when they can't find her (in the...
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.
Merrill Gardens at Rockridge is designed to fit in with the beautiful homes in the area. Enjoy the local cafes, gourmet restaurants, bookstores, and antique shops. It's right across the street from The Ridge, a brand new upscale shopping center. The community features spacious apartments with...
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Cost of nursing homes in Lafayette, CA

The average cost of senior living in Lafayette is $6,028 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vallejo, CA with an average of $5,825 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Lafayette, CA, vs. state and national averages

Lafayette, CA
$6,028/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Lafayette, CA, vs. other senior living options

$8,617/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,028/mo

Nursing homes costs in Lafayette, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,591/mo
Private
$6,696/mo

Senior living costs in Lafayette vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lafayette, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLafayette, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$6,028/mo$6,177/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$7,650/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,617/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,117/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Lafayette, CA:$6,028/mo
California:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Lafayette, CA:$7,650/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Lafayette, CA:$8,617/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Lafayette, CA:$5,117/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Lafayette, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Lafayette 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.

Lafayette, CACA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Lafayette, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Lafayette 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 average 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
Lafayette, CA$7,329/mo$7,360/mo-0.4%
California$6,446/mo$6,171/mo+4.5%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Lafayette, CA
2024 average cost:$7,329/mo
2023 average cost:$7,360/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
California
2024 average cost:$6,446/mo
2023 average cost:$6,171/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Lafayette

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Lafayette

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

AlmaVia of San Rafael

5.0
Great facility that is meeting all my parents needs! Great for memory care. The staff is very friendly and helpful to get them adjusted

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill

5.0
I think they do a fantastic job at Carlton Senior Living! I helped find this place for a friend, and our experience has been a very good one. It's a beautiful facility, and the staff are all very kind, caring, and professional. They've got all sorts of activities, good food, and a great social ...
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Lafayette nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lafayette nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Lafayette that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lafayette, CANational
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
0.9%
4.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
8.4%
14.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
9.1%
15.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
0.8%
4.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
7.6%
13.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
1.4%
3.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
10.3%
9.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lafayette nursing homes

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 Lafayette Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lafayette, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
0.7%
1.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
1.4%
2.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
0.7%
0.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lafayette nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lafayette partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lafayette, CANational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
0.1%
1.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Lafayette nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lafayette communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lafayette, CANational
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lafayette nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Lafayette offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lafayette, CANational
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
0.8%
3.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
1.4%
3.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cardinal Point, Sunrise of Danville and Brookdale Diablo Lodge are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Lafayette, California. See full list of communities.
There are 105 nursing homes facilities near Lafayette, California. See the full list.
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