7 facilities, but not cheap. Alameda is one of the pricier markets in LA County. Safety scores run above average.
153 beds · $3,200/mo
Best safety record in Alameda. Large community with more amenities. Offers memory care. Lower cost than most in the area.
80 beds · $7,145/mo
Very clean inspection history. Large community with more amenities. Offers memory care.
120 beds · $4,100/mo
Solid inspection record. Large community with more amenities. Lower cost than most in the area.
60 beds · $6,200/mo · Medi-Cal
Solid inspection record. Large community with more amenities. Offers memory care.
A mix of large communities and smaller homes. Alameda has 7 licensed facilities. 4 are larger communities with 50+ beds, which typically offer more structured programming, dining options, and round-the-clock staffing. There are also 2 smaller residential homes if you prefer a quieter, more personal setting. The remaining 1 fall in between.
Expect to pay around $6,595/mo. That's about 24% more than the county average of $5,311/mo, so this isn't the cheapest market. Prices range from $3,200 up to $10,000 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 7 of 7 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Alameda is 9.4 out of 9.9. That puts Alameda in the top third of LA County, which is a good sign. Facilities here tend to have cleaner inspection histories than average. Our scores come from real California state inspection data, not self-reported reviews.
A few things that might narrow your search. Only 14% of facilities here accept Medi-Cal through the Assisted Living Waiver program, so your options will be limited. 4 facilities offer specialized memory care if that's what you need.
It's on the pricier side. The average in Alameda is $6,595/mo, which is about 24% more than the LA County average. If budget is a concern, it's worth looking at neighboring cities too.
Cardinal Point at Mariner Square currently has the highest safety score in Alameda at 9.8 out of 9.9. These scores are based on real state inspection data, not online reviews. We'd recommend checking individual scores for any facility you're considering, since they can vary a lot even within the same city.
Among our top-rated facilities, Cardinal Point at Mariner Square starts at $3,200/mo, and it has a safety score of 9.8. Across all 7 facilities in the area, published prices range from $3,200 to $10,000/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
14% of facilities in Alameda participate in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program, which is California's way of covering assisted living costs through Medi-Cal. Among the top-rated facilities, Elders Inn on Webster accepts it. Eligibility requirements can be strict, so it's worth calling ahead to ask about availability and waitlists.
Yes, 4 facilities in Alameda offer specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Among the top-rated: Cardinal Point at Mariner Square and Oakmont of Mariner Point and Elders Inn on Webster. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.