4 facilities, but not cheap. Newark is one of the pricier markets in LA County. Safety scores trail most neighboring cities, so look closely at individual facilities.
Small residential homes, not big institutions. All 4 facilities in Newark are on the smaller side (4 homes with 6 beds or fewer). That means a more personal feel, but it also means fewer amenities like group activities or on-site medical staff. If that tradeoff matters to you, it's worth visiting a few to see the difference.
Expect to pay around $6,369/mo. That's about 20% more than the county average of $5,290/mo, so this isn't the cheapest market. Prices range from $4,900 up to $7,438 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 3 of 4 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Newark is 5.6 out of 10. That's below the county average of 7.8, so take extra time reviewing individual facility scores before visiting. Some places here have rougher inspection histories than others. Our scores come from real California state inspection data, not self-reported reviews.
A few things that might narrow your search. None of the facilities here currently accept Medi-Cal, so you'll need to look at neighboring cities if that's a factor. If you need memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, know that only 1 facility here offers it.
Start by comparing facilities on what actually matters: safety record, pricing, care types, and size. We list all 4 licensed assisted living facilities in Newark 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 Newark is $6,369/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 4 facilities in Newark with a FYI Safety Score, 0 land in the Good or Excellent range and 2 fall into the Poor or Severe range. Across the 4 facilities with an inspection record, 75% have zero substantiated complaints. These scores come from California state inspection data, not online reviews, so they reflect what regulators actually documented.
Our Three Hearts Care Home Llc currently has the highest safety score in Newark at 7.7 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, Our Three Hearts Care Home Llc starts at $4,900/mo, and it has a safety score of 7.7. Across all 4 facilities in the area, published prices range from $4,900 to $7,438/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
Unfortunately, none of the facilities we track in Newark currently participate in the ALW program. That can change, so it's worth calling facilities directly. You might also look at neighboring cities where Medi-Cal acceptance is more common.
Yes, 1 facility in Newark offers specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Among the top-rated: Our Three Hearts Care Home Llc. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.
