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Page Reviewed / Updated – September 30, 2022
The cost of living in Concord is relatively high when compared to California as a whole, but the city remains significantly more affordable than many of its neighbors in the Bay Area. Seniors can expect to pay an average of $6,319 per month for care in an assisted living community. The average Californian pays 17% less, and Americans, in general, save 40% compared to those in Concord.
Services and resources for low-income seniors are available from the City of Concord, as well as from Contra Costa County and the state. Medi-Cal eligibility along with the Assisted Living Waiver can help pay for care, and seniors can contact the county’s health insurance counseling program for more information on these programs.
In addition to providing a list of the best assisted living facilities in Concord, CA, this guide provides an overview of the cost of assisted living in Concord, as well as average costs for other types of care. Additionally, find a list of free and low-cost services that provide seniors with a variety of assistance in their communities.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Concord, CA
According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2021, Concord’s average cost of $6,319 per month for assisted living is shared with nearby San Francisco. The average for California is $5,250 per month, and the national average is $4,500. To the north, Santa Rosa is relatively expensive at $7,048, and Napa’s cost of $6,300 is virtually identical to Concord. To the east, Stockton and Modesto offer significant savings with averages of $3,649 and $4,000.
- Concord: $6,319
- California: $5,250
- United States: $4,500
- Santa Rosa: $7,048
- Napa: $6,300
- Stockton: $3,649
- Modesto: $4,000
Note: Data for Concord was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
The Cost of Other Types of Care in Concord, CA
Although Concord’s average assisted living cost of $6,319 per month is quite high, the cost of both types of home care is still higher. The cost of in-home care is $545 more, and the average home health care cost is $831 higher. Adult day health care is substantially cheaper, at $1,950 per month. A private nursing home room costs more than twice the assisted living rate, and semiprivate rooms cost $11,566.
- Assisted Living Facility: $6,319
- In-Home Care: $6,864
- Home Health Care: $7,150
- Adult Day Health Care: $1,950
- Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room): $11,566
- Nursing Home Facility (private room): $14,068
Oakmont of Montecito
Oakmont of Montecito boasts a lush campus with proximity to fine dining, shopping and entertainment. Residents enjoy an array of engaging activities and amenities, including yoga, Pilates, aqua aerobics in a heated pool, group excursions to local museums and historical sites, on-site workshops, literary presentations, a salon and day spa, a gift shop, a fully equipped fitness center and recreational, social and educational programs. A gourmet chef and culinary team create delicious entrées, garden-fresh salads and desserts with daily menu changes to reflect the seasonal availability of the freshest ingredients.
Features
- Studio and one-bedroom apartments feature nine-foot ceilings, 24-hour call systems and private patios or balconies
- Additional fee-based services include catering, room service, transportation outside scheduled days, pet care, dry cleaning and massage therapy
Pleasant Hill Manor
Located four miles southwest of Concord, Pleasant Hill Manor provides 24-hour assisted living services that focus on aging well and programs to meet the physical, emotional and social needs of its residents and their families. Residents may choose private or semi-private rooms. Routine fitness and social programs, including exercise and relaxation programs, and live entertainment from speakers and musicians are planned by an on-site activity and program director. Its dining staff serves freshly cooked, seasonal meals and accommodates special dietary needs. Other services include medication management, incontinence service and respite care for short term stays.
Features
- Hospice waiver to allow the comfort of aging in place
- Birthday parties for all residents, ice cream socials and movie nights
Oakmont of Concord
We included Oakmont of Concord on our top 10 list for its industry-renowned dining prepared by award-winning chefs and a culinary team who craft delicious entrees, salads and desserts using the freshest local ingredients. Residents enjoy indoor and outdoor restaurant-style dining and beverages and snacks throughout the day at the bistro. Activities and amenities include abundant on-site workshops, a salon and day spa, resident gardens and fruit tree orchard, pet park, full-time concierge, health and fitness programs and chauffeur service. Oakmont also provides a wellness center and full-time nurse to assist with residents’ daily living needs.
Features
- On-site catering for hosting celebrations and private dining experiences
- Individualized 24/7 assistance, temporary home health care and concierge medicine program
TreVista Concord
TreVista Concord made our list for its signature LifeCycles program, which delivers a whole-person wellness program that ensures resident enjoyment and engagement during activities that enrich their minds, bodies and souls. Professional caregivers provide 24/7 care and support under nurse supervision. Thoughtfully designed apartments offer residents the choice of private or friendship residences with housekeeping and linen services and personal care as needed. TreVista’s courtyard with fire pit and water features offers a prime outdoor socialization location and its family-friendly culture enhances residents' quality of life.
Features
- Daily chef-prepared meals with formal, al fresco and bistro dining
- Special services include guest dining and trial or respite stays when available
The Kensington
We chose The Kensington as a top 10 community for its convenient location and whole-person approach to wellness with assisted living services tailored to meet an individual’s current and future needs. Located six miles south of Concord in Walnut Creek, The Kensington is minutes from the California Symphony, Lesher Center and Bedford Gallery. The pet friendly community boasts a licensed nurse on staff and thoughtfully designed studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences featuring kitchenettes with full-size refrigerators, private patios and balconies in select layouts and individual climate controls.
Features
- Dine Your Way™ restaurant-style dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including outdoor patio seating
- Putting green to practice golf swings
Atria Valley View
Atria Valley View made the list for its eco-friendly features, green practices and LEED Silver® certification from the U.S. Green Building Council®. Nestled in the hills, the Mission-style lodge includes an overlook deck perched above Tice Valley and walking paths that allow residents to take part in Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese tradition of nature therapy. The pet friendly community features studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments with kitchens or kitchenettes, patios or balconies, individual thermostat control, emergency alert systems, WiFi and electronic key entry systems. Residents enjoy a full-service salon and spa, fitness center, movie theater, cognitive learning center and library.
Features
- Outdoor grill, fireplace and dining space
- Housekeeping, linen, laundry, shuttle and concierge services with 24-hour staffing
Atria Park of Lafayette
Located 11 miles southwest of Concord, Atria Park of Lafayette delivers a whole-person approach to assisted living that promotes overall well-being. Its tenured staff and on-site nurse are available 24/7 to provide discreet support when needed. Comfortable amenities, engaging events and chef-prepared meals allow residents to live more independently. Studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom private or companion suite apartments feature kitchens or kitchenettes, walk-in closets, walk-in showers, individual thermostat control, emergency alert systems and housekeeping and linen services. Amenities and activities include meditation classes, gardening clubs, happy hours, a fitness center, massage therapy, WiFi in common areas and newspaper delivery.
Features
- Pet-friendly environment
- On-site parking for residents and guests and private, fully furnished guest apartments
Merrill Gardens at Lafayette
Merrill Gardens was included in our top 10 list for its distinctive architecture that earned the Best of 50+ Silver Design Award and its convenient location in the heart of downtown Lafayette. This pet friendly community features 85 spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom private apartments with full kitchens and washer dryers in most units. Its active living program director creates a packed calendar of enriching activities that promote physical movement, social engagement and creative pursuits. Merrill Gardens’ 24-hour staff create individually tailored service plans and foster independence through privacy and freedom of choice.
Features
- Underground parking and free WiFi throughout the building for residents
- Family-owned company offering weekly housekeeping, concierge services, scheduled transportation and anytime dining
Sunrise of Walnut Creek
Located near shopping, dining, pharmacies, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, John Muir Medical Center, the Lesher Center for the Arts and the California Symphony, Sunrise of Walnut Creek is a community surrounded by culture and conveniences. Residents may live in their own suites or with a companion and benefit from 24-hour trained staff and the services of designated care managers, diligent housekeepers, culinary and nutrition experts and monthly wellness visits by an on-staff licensed nurse. Daily physical fitness, educational, social, spiritual and creative activities, plus resident-sponsored clubs and scheduled group trips keep residents active and engaged.
Features
- Three well-balanced, from-scratch meals served daily with snacks available throughout the day
- Individualized service plans to personalize residents’ assisted living care needs
Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill Martinez
Pleasant Hill Martinez has newly renovated living spaces and landscaped courtyards where residents can pursue enriching, personalized activities based on their interests and needs. Comfortable studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments feature low step and roll-in showers, individual comfort controls, 24-hour emergency call systems and weekly housekeeping, laundry and linen services. The pet friendly community supports and enhances individual lifestyles, offering convenient transportation options, on-site nurses, diabetes management, respite care, private dining for family events and room service.
Features
- Senior fitness programs with certified personal trainers
- Anytime restaurant-style dining features varied menus with diabetic-friendly options