Compare Assisted Living around Contra Costa County
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| The Reutlinger Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Danville | 120
Facility
120
CA AVG
104
Rank
#561 / 1648 | No |
30
Facility
30
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1715 / 2087 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1399 | 22 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#884 / 1388 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#412 / 1160 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
13
Rank
#217 / 1494 | 65.0% | A+ | Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties Inc | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Oak Creek Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Community | AL HOS MC | Castro Valley | 49
Facility
49
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1131 / 1648 | No |
4
Facility
4
CA AVG
57
Rank
#2014 / 2087 | - | - | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | - | - | - | Asram Living LLC | Studio |
| Willow Creek Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Community | AL HOS MC | Castro Valley | 49
Facility
49
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1131 / 1648 | No |
80
Facility
80
CA AVG
57
Rank
#416 / 2087 | 93
Facility
93
CA AVG
81
Rank
#242 / 1399 | 5 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#525 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 19
Facility
19
CA AVG
13
Rank
#401 / 1494 | 75.5% | - | Altcare Willow Creek, Inc And Asram Living LLC | Studio |
| Aegis Living Moraga | AL HOS MC RC | Moraga (School Tree) | 100
Facility
100
CA AVG
104
Rank
#699 / 1648 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
CA AVG
57
Rank
#854 / 2087 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1399 | 14 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#650 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
13
Rank
#458 / 1494 | 76.0% | - | Aegis Senior Communities, LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez | AL IL | Pleasant Hill | 165
Facility
165
CA AVG
104
Rank
#276 / 1648 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
CA AVG
57
Rank
#887 / 2087 | 83
Facility
83
CA AVG
81
Rank
#764 / 1399 | 10 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#650 / 1388 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1160 | 37
Facility
37
CA AVG
13
Rank
#55 / 1494 | 84.2% | - | Carlton Senior Living, LLC | Alove / 1 Bed |
| Aegis Living Pleasant Hill | AL HOS MC RC | Pleasant Hill (Pleasant Valley) | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
104
Rank
#845 / 1648 | Yes |
74
Facility
74
CA AVG
57
Rank
#597 / 2087 | 85
Facility
85
CA AVG
81
Rank
#687 / 1399 | 11 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1388 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1160 | 32
Facility
32
CA AVG
13
Rank
#108 / 1494 | 81.1% | C+ | Oak Park Blvd Pleasant Hill LLC And Aegis Senior Et A | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed |
| Heatherwood Memory Care | AL MC | Walnut Creek | 32
Facility
32
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1248 / 1648 | Yes |
96
Facility
96
CA AVG
57
Rank
#43 / 2087 | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#108 / 1399 | 6 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1215 / 1494 | 87.5% | - | Gs East Bay Health | - |
| Westmont of Brentwood | AL IL MC | Brentwood | 155
Facility
155
CA AVG
104
Rank
#320 / 1648 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1755 / 2087 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1300 / 1399 | 34 | 41
Facility
41
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1313 / 1388 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1054 / 1160 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
13
Rank
#899 / 1494 | 81.9% | A+ | Westmont Mgr Gp LLC, Gp Of Fresno Ops And Westmont Lvng | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Light of Grace | AL HC | Oakley | - | No |
22
Facility
22
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1821 / 2087 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Residing in the peaceful neighborhood of Alamo, CA, New Alamo Residence Home is an inviting senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite stay services. Here, residents can select from spacious and cozy accommodations with different floor plans tailored to their needs. With a well-trained and dedicated team, the community ensures the comfort and security of its residents throughout their stay. Short-term stays are also available for respite care services.
With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy delectable and healthy home-cooked meals, laundry and housekeeping services, medication management, etc. Join in various social activities and life enrichment programs for continuing engagement and development. With New Alamo Residence Home, seniors can enjoy an inclusive and worry-free retirement.
Light of Grace is a dedicated assisted living community in Oakley, CA, that offers personal care. Promoting a home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. Nutritious meals, housekeeping services, and recreational activities are also available to help enrich residents’ living experiences. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to maintain residents’ holistic well-being.
Social events, light exercises, and various activities provide residents with more opportunities to learn and make friends. With cozy living spaces and accessible communal areas, residents can rest comfortably. Residents also have easy access to their needs with its ideal setting in Oakley. This assisted living community is a good option for senior living in California, especially with its exceptional standards of care.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Contra Costa County, CA
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?
Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?
Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does California Medicaid cover assisted living?
California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 12 assisted living facilities in Contra Costa County, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Contra Costa County, CA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Contra Costa County, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Contra Costa County, CA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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