23 facilities with pricing in the middle of the pack for LA County. Safety scores trail most neighboring cities, so look closely at individual facilities.
Mostly smaller, home-like settings. Union City has 23 licensed assisted living facilities. The majority (20) 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 3 larger communities with 50+ beds if you prefer structured activities, on-site dining, and more staff on hand.
Expect to pay around $3,884/mo. That's roughly 17% less than the county average, making this one of the more affordable areas to look. Prices range from $3,150 up to $5,330 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 14 of 23 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Union City is 7.1 out of 9.9. That's below the county average of 8.5, 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. Only 9% of facilities here accept Medi-Cal through the Assisted Living Waiver program, so your options will be limited.
Compared to most of LA County, Union City is actually more affordable. The average here is $3,884/mo, about 17% less than the county average. That said, prices vary a lot depending on the facility and level of care.
9% of facilities in Union City 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.