53 facilities, but not cheap. Fair Oaks is one of the pricier markets in LA County. Safety scores are about average for the area.
6 beds · $7,156/mo
Best safety record in Fair Oaks. Small home, more personal attention.
6 beds · $9,000/mo
Very clean inspection history. Small home, more personal attention. On the pricier end.
6 beds · $4,600/mo
Very clean inspection history. Small home, more personal attention. Lower cost than most in the area.
15 beds · $4,600/mo
Very clean inspection history. Lower cost than most in the area.
6 beds · $4,600/mo
Very clean inspection history. Small home, more personal attention. Lower cost than most in the area.
6 beds · $9,000/mo
Very clean inspection history. Small home, more personal attention. On the pricier end.
6 beds · $8,000/mo
Solid inspection record. Small home, more personal attention. On the pricier end.
Mostly smaller, home-like settings. Fair Oaks has 53 licensed assisted living facilities. The majority (49) are residential care homes with 6 beds or fewer, so if you're looking for something intimate where your parent isn't one of dozens of residents, you'll have options. There are also 2 larger communities with 50+ beds if you prefer structured activities, on-site dining, and more staff on hand.
Expect to pay around $6,622/mo. That's about 25% more than the county average of $5,311/mo, so this isn't the cheapest market. Prices range from $2,820 up to $9,000 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 53 of 53 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Fair Oaks is 8.7 out of 9.9. That's about average for LA County. Some facilities here have excellent records and others don't, so check individual scores before you visit. Our scores come from real California state inspection data, not self-reported reviews.
A few things that might narrow your search. Only 8% of facilities here accept Medi-Cal through the Assisted Living Waiver program, so your options will be limited. 7 facilities offer specialized memory care if that's what you need.
It's on the pricier side. The average in Fair Oaks is $6,622/mo, which is about 25% more than the LA County average. If budget is a concern, it's worth looking at neighboring cities too.
A & J Home Care currently has the highest safety score in Fair Oaks at 9.9 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, Guardian Angels Carehome starts at $4,600/mo, and it has a safety score of 9.9. Across all 53 facilities in the area, published prices range from $2,820 to $9,000/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
8% of facilities in Fair Oaks participate in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program, which is California's way of covering assisted living costs through Medi-Cal. Eligibility requirements can be strict, so it's worth calling ahead to ask about availability and waitlists.
Yes, 7 facilities in Fair Oaks offer specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.