60 facilities at some of the lower price points in LA County. Safety scores are about average for the area.
Mostly smaller, home-like settings. Stockton has 60 licensed assisted living facilities. The majority (44) 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 11 larger communities with 50+ beds if you prefer structured activities, on-site dining, and more staff on hand.
Expect to pay around $3,899/mo. That's roughly 27% less than the county average, making this one of the more affordable areas to look. Prices range from $2,810 up to $5,800 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 47 of 60 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Stockton is 8.1 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 12% of facilities here accept Medi-Cal through the Assisted Living Waiver program, so your options will be limited. 10 facilities offer specialized memory care if that's what you need.
Compared to most of LA County, Stockton is actually more affordable. The average here is $3,899/mo, about 27% less than the county average. That said, prices vary a lot depending on the facility and level of care.
12% of facilities in Stockton 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, 10 facilities in Stockton 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.