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San Ramon is a culturally rich city in the San Francisco Bay Area and is home to about 85,000 residents, roughly one in ten of whom are aged 65 and over. It offers low crime rates, comfortable weather throughout the year and special programming for older adults with in-person and virtual activities, making it a prime retirement option. Across from the senior center is the San Ramon Library, which has public access to computers, free Wi-Fi and programs for adults, along with a full collection of print and digital materials.
For older adults who want to remain in the community but require personal care services, assisted living may be a good option. There are approximately 16 assisted living facilities in San Ramon. On average, these facilities charge $6,100 per month for services.
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According to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, seniors in San Ramon pay $6,100 per month for assisted living. This is $1,800 higher than the national median of $4,300 and over $1,000 above the state rate of $5,000. In Oregon, care costs exceed the national median but are still well below San Ramon’s average, at $4,659. In Arizona and Nevada, respective fees come in at $3,900 and $3,595, and in Utah, rates are low at $3,400.
The San Ramon region is among the most expensive in the state for assisted living services. Salinas, where seniors pay $7,100, is among the few California cities with a higher monthly rate. In the Oxnard area, rates are $255 less than in San Ramon. In Visalia and Vallejo, respective care costs come in at $4,548 and $4,500, and Bakersfield is among the cheapest cities in California with assisted living averaging $3,613 monthly.
Note: Data for San Ramon was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Many seniors in the San Ramon region pay for assisted living services through the Assisted Living Waiver. This waiver is open to those who require nursing home level care but are willing to live in an assisted living facility. It covers a broad array of services, including skilled nursing, medication management, personal care, housekeeping and meals. To be eligible for this waiver, individuals must qualify for Medi-Cal without cost-sharing obligations.
To learn more about this waiver and other ways to cover assisted living services in San Ramon, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Alcosta Senior and Community Center | (925) 973-3250 | The Alcosta Senior & Community Center hosts daily congregate meals for those aged 60 and over, local transportation services and special events throughout the year. It also has a range of classes and activities for members, including movie matinees, crocheting and knitting classes, age-friendly fitness classes, dance classes and games. |
| Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging | (925) 229-8434 | The Contra Costa Area Agency on Aging serves area residents aged 60 and over through direct services, information, advocacy and referrals. It partners with the Institute on Aging to provide San Ramon residents with access to the Friendship Line, which is available toll-free and around-the-clock at (800) 971-0016 for friendly conversation. It also has information specialists who connect seniors with services in the community including adult day programs, transportation assistance and money management. |
| Empowered Aging | (925) 685-2070 | Empowered Aging is a regional nonprofit organization that supports seniors’ independence and quality of life. It houses the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which advocates for those in assisted living. Through their local ombudsman, seniors can get information about residents’ rights, options for paying for assisted living services and reporting incidents of abuse or neglect. |
| Contra Costa County HICAP | (925) 602-4163 | Through HICAP, Medicare beneficiaries get free, unbiased health insurance options counseling from trained volunteers. These volunteers assist older adults in understanding their Medicare benefits and comparing Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans. They can also help seniors determine eligibility for Medi-Cal and the Assisted Living Waiver. |
| Contra Costa Senior Legal Services | (925) 609-7901 | Contra Costa Senior Legal Services provides free civil legal services to those aged 60 and over. Through the local office, seniors get help with obtaining public benefits such as Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income and Social Security. The office can also help seniors resolve issues related to long-term care, including problems with intake or discharge procedures. |
| Veterans Service Office | (669) 900-9128 | The local Veterans Service Office helps veterans obtain benefits that may help cover assisted living, including pension benefits and Aid and Attendance. It can also connect veterans with services in the community. |
Assisted living facilities in San Ramon follow regulations set by the California Department of Social Services, Senior Care Licensing Program. This program has an initial licensing process and ensures a high standard of care for residents through scheduled and unannounced visits. It requires compliance with a range of guidelines pertaining to intake and discharge procedures, medication requirements, nutrition services and scope of care. For specific information on licensing regulations, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
