Situated in San Luis Obispo County approximately halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Atascadero offers a classic California lifestyle. Its historic downtown core is packed with independently owned galleries, cafes, farm-to-table eateries, breweries and boutique shops. Nearby Stadium Park is within easy walking distance of downtown and has miles of walking and biking trails weaving through idyllic oak groves. Chalk Mountain Golf Course features an abundance of picturesque oak trees as well as gently rolling hills and a creek. A number of wineries surround Atascadero, and the city boasts the only zoo on California’s Central Coast.
With a population of slightly under 29,000 citizens, Atascadero offers plenty of small-town charm. Approximately 15.6% of its residents are 65 and over. The typical senior who resides in an assisted living facility in Atascadero pays $5,800 per month. However, individual facilities may charge more or less than average depending on where they’re located and the services and amenities they provide.
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With an average monthly price tag of $5,800, assisted living in Atascadero is higher than the California average of $5,000 and much higher than the U.S. median of $4,300. Prices drop to $4,659 in Oregon but rise to $5,750 farther north in Washington. Costs are lower in Nevada at $3,595 and Arizona at $3,900.
Assisted living costs vary dramatically throughout California. Some of the lowest prices are found in Stockton at $3,500 and Madera at $3,913, while those in San Francisco and Salinas pay some of the highest costs at $6,100 and $7,100. Los Angeles residents pay an average of $5,000 per month, and those in the state capital of Sacramento average $5,395.
Note: Data Atascadero was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Luis Obispo, was used instead.
Those who need a nursing home level of care but wish to remain in their own homes, including assisted living facilities, may be able to receive assistance with some of their costs from the Assisted Living Waiver. The waiver covers many services, including help with getting dressed, grooming and bathing or showering.
Seniors can visit our Assisted Living in California page for waiver eligibility information and details about how to apply.
Contact | Description | |
Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens | (805) 925-9554 | As the Area Agency on Aging for San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties, the Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens provides services designed to promote a good quality of life among older persons. Examples include health insurance seminars, individual counseling, health and wellness screenings, congregate meals and a senior helpline. The agency also publishes a comprehensive directory of community-based resources and services for seniors that’s updated every two years. |
Atascadero Fun Club | (805) 470-3360 | Those aged 50 and over can join the Atascadero Fun Club to access activities, classes, group outings and more with their peers. Senior Scholarships are available to those aged 55 and over for city-sponsored programs. Activities include pickleball, 55+ yoga, music appreciation and chair wellness classes. |
County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office | (805) 781-5766 | Accredited Veterans Claims Representatives at the Veterans Services Office help those who have served in all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and want to apply for service-based benefits and entitlements. The agency also administers a veterans outreach program that provides activities and counseling for veterans and their families. Activities are designed to be safe, healthy and outdoor-oriented. Events include kayaking, horseback riding and hiking. |
Senior Go! | (805) 473-3333 | San Luis Obispo County residents aged 65 and over can access low-cost door-to-door or curb-to-curb transportation from SeniorGo! The service is available from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturdays. Arrangements for rides must be made two or three business days in advance and can be made up to two weeks before departure. |
Long Term Care Ombudsman Services of San Luis Obispo County | (805) 785-0132 | Long Term Care Ombudsman Services of San Luis Obispo County provides investigative services and advocacy to residents of long-term care facilities. The organization is designed to help ensure that all residents are treated with dignity and that their legal rights are not being violated. |
California’s long-term care facilities are licensed and overseen by the Senior Care Licensing Program. Facilities must comply with all relevant rules and regulations concerning issues such as staffing and accommodations.
Our Assisted Living in California page has more information about these laws and regulations.