According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $8,267 per month for assisted living communities in Palo Alto. The national average for assisted living costs in 2023 was $5,844. Overall, assisted living costs in Palo Alto are 41% higher than the national average.
The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for Assisted Living of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an average, and that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In fact, Seniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%, meaning that once inclusions and services are factored in, they can actually afford more than they originally thought.
Assisted Living prices have fallen an average of 0.28% a year since last year. Below is the median cost each year and its percent decrease, according to our proprietary data. On average, assisted living in Palo Alto, CA is $8,267/mo.
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Palo Alto assisted living communities had an average of 6 citations in 2023. This is 156.49% higher than the Santa Clara County average of 2.34 citations and 26.19% higher than the California average of 4.75 citations.
What are citations?
Citations are official notifications issued by regulatory agencies during inspections of assisted living facilities. These citations are given when violations or deficiencies related to resident safety, care, or adherence to regulations are identified. They serve as a means to highlight areas where the facility may not be meeting the required standards, prompting the need for corrective action. Citations can range in severity, with Type A citations addressing more serious violations that may pose potential harm to residents, and Type B citations addressing less severe infractions.
Palo Alto assisted living communities had an average of 3 allegations in 2023. This is 5.49% higher than the Santa Clara County average of 2.84 allegations and 36.02% lower than the California average of 4.69 allegations.
What are allegations?
Allegations are critical in California assisted living licensing compliance as they signal potential issues and trigger thorough investigations. By addressing allegations promptly, regulators can enforce corrective actions, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for senior living communities' residents. Maintaining accountability through investigations helps uphold the highest standards of care in the industry.
Palo Alto assisted living communities had an average of 3 inspections in 2023. This is 0.88% lower than the Santa Clara County average of 3.03 inspections and 6.41% higher than the California average of 2.82 inspections. A lower number of inspections in assisted living facilities is actually better because it indicates a higher level of consistent compliance with regulations and standards.
What are allegations?
Inspections play a vital role in the context of California assisted living licensing compliance as they are key to maintaining the highest standards of care and safety for seniors. Regular and thorough inspections are conducted by regulatory authorities to assess whether assisted living facilities meet the required licensing standards and regulations. These inspections help identify any potential issues, deficiencies, or violations within the facilities, ensuring prompt corrective actions and improvements are implemented. By holding facilities accountable through inspections, California can ensure that seniors residing in these communities receive the best possible care and support, fostering an environment of trust and confidence for families seeking suitable living options for their loved ones.
Compare assisted living cost to nearby cities | Average monthly cost |
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Palo Alto | $5,688 |
Menlo Park | $5,545 |
Los Altos | $4,927 |
Mountain View | $5,406 |
Redwood City | $5,807 |
Sunnyvale | $5,241 |
San Carlos | $5,568 |
Newark | $6,069 |
Belmont | $5,705 |
Cupertino | $5,041 |
Foster City | $5,602 |
At Avenidas, we seek to create a community that supports and celebrates older adults. We provide a wide range of support options, information, and services that enable people to stay active, maintain their independence, help their aging parents, or care for a spouse. Our innovative programs and compassionate staff—paid and volunteer—help enrich the lives of more than 6,500 mature adults and their families each year.
Geriatric Services for Older Adults at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation
Many older adults spend some time in hospitals or nursing homes during illness or recovery. PAMF geriatricians can help direct on-site medical care and coordination during these times. We provide post-hospital care for patients with complex medical problems, and help oversee rehabilitation for those who need it. We can also guide planning, medical care and palliative care for people who are long-term residents in nursing homes.
Adult Aging Services of Stanford Health Care
We provide information, resources and coordinated care for aging adults, and their families. Through our programs and services, we promote wellness and preventive practices for healthy aging and longevity.
California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform (CANHR)
Since 1983, California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform (CANHR), a statewide nonprofit 501(c)(3) advocacy organization, has been dedicated to improving the choices, care and quality of life for California’s long term care consumers. Through direct advocacy, community education, legislation and litigation it has been CANHR’s goal to educate and support long term care consumers and advocates regarding the rights and remedies under the law, and to create a united voice for long term care reform and humane alternatives to institutionalization.
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (CCL)
The Community Care Licensing Division’s (CCLD) mission is to promote the health, safety, and quality of life of each person in community care through the administration of an effective collaborative regulatory enforcement system. Today the CCL Program remains a Division within CDSS. However the nature of community care has changed significantly and now includes care for persons whose needs require the management of severe behavior adjustment problems, serious mental disorders and significant medical needs. In order to give emphasis to the different populations served the CCL Program is now governed by three separate licensing Acts and a fourth statute that was enacted in 1990.
California Quality Care (CalQualityCare.org)
Free and easy-to-use, CalQualityCare.org features information on nursing homes, and other assisted living facilities, along with tips and checklists about how to choose a health care provider, questions to ask, how to pay for care, and what to do if something goes wrong. Better information enables smarter choices when making long-term care decisions decisions. Publicly available information about health care quality — and consumers eager to consider quality in their long-term care decisions — will improve the health care system.