49 facilities, but not cheap. Fair Oaks is one of the pricier markets in California. Safety scores run above average.
These scores are part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, California's independent safety rating for assisted living. See how Fair Oaks compares statewide.
6 beds · $5,311/mo
Best safety record in Fair Oaks. Small home, more personal attention.
15 beds · $4,600/mo
Very clean inspection history. Offers memory care. 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 · $4,600/mo
Very clean inspection history. Small home, more personal attention. Lower cost than most in the area.
6 beds · $5,308/mo
Solid inspection record. Small home, more personal attention.
6 beds · $9,000/mo
Solid inspection record. Small home, more personal attention. Offers memory care. On the pricier end.
6 beds · $5,388/mo
Above-average safety. Small home, more personal attention. Offers memory care.
6 beds · $6,875/mo
Above-average safety. Small home, more personal attention. Offers memory care.
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Mostly smaller, home-like settings. Fair Oaks has 49 licensed assisted living facilities. The majority (45) 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 $6,355/mo. That's about 20% more than the statewide average of $5,291/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. 49 of 49 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 8.3 out of 10. That puts Fair Oaks in the top third of California, 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 8% of facilities here accept Medi-Cal through the Assisted Living Waiver program, so your options will be limited. 12 facilities offer specialized memory care if that's what you need.
Start by comparing facilities on what actually matters: safety record, pricing, care types, and size. We list all 49 licensed assisted living facilities in Fair Oaks with their FYI Safety Scores, drawn from California state inspection data, plus any verified pricing, so you can narrow the list before you ever pick up the phone. Many placement services are paid referral agents who only show you facilities that pay them. Here you can compare every licensed option directly.
It's on the pricier side. The average in Fair Oaks is $6,355/mo, about 20% more than the typical California city we track. If budget is a concern, it's worth looking at neighboring cities too.
Safety varies a lot by facility. Of the 49 facilities in Fair Oaks with a FYI Safety Score, 35 land in the Good or Excellent range and 5 fall into the Poor or Severe range. Across the 49 facilities with an inspection record, 67% have zero substantiated complaints. These scores come from California state inspection data, not online reviews, so they reflect what regulators actually documented.
A & J Home Care currently has the highest safety score in Fair Oaks at 9.6 out of 10. 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, Miles Manor starts at $4,600/mo, and it has a safety score of 9.4. Across all 49 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, 12 facilities in Fair Oaks offer specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Among the top-rated: Miles Manor and All Seasons Hialeah and Alpine Board and Care and Alc Assisted Living Inc.. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.
Every licensed facility we track in Fair Oaks, ranked by our recommendation. Each links to its full safety record, pricing, and details.