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Best Assisted Living in Contra Costa County, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 assisted living communities in Contra Costa County, CA using California Department of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Contra Costa County, CA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 68The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Contra Costa County, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez
AL
IL
Pleasant Hill
165
Facility 165
CA AVG 103
Rank #275 / 1657
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #888 / 2092
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 81
Rank #765 / 1401
10
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #654 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #55 / 1487
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #404 / 1368
- Carlton Senior Living, LLC Alove / 1 Bed
Westmont of Brentwood
AL
IL
MC
Brentwood
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 103
Rank #319 / 1657
Yes
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 57
Rank #1760 / 2092
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 81
Rank #1301 / 1401
34
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #1321 / 1397
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1058 / 1164
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #886 / 1487
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #555 / 1368
A+ Westmont Mgr Gp LLC,Gp Of Fresno Ops;Westmont Lvng Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Reutlinger Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #561 / 1657
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1720 / 2092
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1401
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #889 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #205 / 1487
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1008 / 1368
A+ Reutlinger Community, The; Eskaton Properties Inc Studio / 1 Bed
Willow Creek Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Community
AL
HC
MC
Castro Valley
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 103
Rank #1138 / 1657
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #417 / 2092
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1401
5
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #392 / 1487
75.5%
Facility 75.5%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #714 / 1368
- Altcare Willow Creek, Inc; Asram Living LLC Studio
Heatherwood Memory Care
AL
MC
Walnut Creek
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 103
Rank #1257 / 1657
Yes
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2092
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1401
6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1300 / 1487
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #331 / 1368
- Gs East Bay Health -
Oak Creek Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Community
AL
HC
MC
Castro Valley
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 103
Rank #1138 / 1657
No
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 57
Rank #2019 / 2092
--
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
-- - Asram Living LLC Studio
New Alamo Residence Home
AL
RC
Alamo
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1330 / 1657
Yes
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 57
Rank #1906 / 2092
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 81
Rank #1098 / 1401
5
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1397
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #953 / 1164
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #886 / 1487
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1 / 1368
- Samamesh LLC -
Aegis Living Pleasant Hill
AL
HC
MC
RC
Pleasant Hill (Pleasant Valley)
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 103
Rank #848 / 1657
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 57
Rank #598 / 2092
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 81
Rank #688 / 1401
11
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #106 / 1487
81.1%
Facility 81.1%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #573 / 1368
C+ Oak Park Blvd Pleasant Hill LLC; Aegis Senior Et A Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Light of Grace
AL
Oakley
- No
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1826 / 2092
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Overview of Light of Grace

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.

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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 11 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.