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The average cost of assisted living in the county is $4,473 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the county, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 23 Assisted Living Communities in El Dorado County and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in El Dorado County, CA
- Assisted Living: $4,473
- Nursing Home Care: $8,517
- In-home Care: $4,767
- Adult Day Health Services: $1,733
Assisted Living Facilities near El Dorado County, California
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"Step inside the doors of Ponte Palermo where you will find a beautiful, warm and inviting home in Cameron Park, California. We understand th..."
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Sunshine Manor Elder Care
3112 Washington Street, Placerville, CA 95667
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"A homelike environment can really only be found in a home, and that's why Sunshine Manor is such a great option for seniors in Placervil..."
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Oakmont of El Dorado Hills
2020 Town Center West Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
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"Oakmont of El Dorado Hills is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Developed by Oakmont Senior Liv..."
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"Blissful Gardens is a smaller community for assisted and memory care seniors. This community offers a home-like feeling for residents with t..."
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Eskaton Cameron Park - CLOSED
3421 Palmer Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682
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3.0
(3)
"With daily scheduled activities, around-the-clock caregivers and a relaxing setting, Eskaton Cameron Park is the ideal place to call home fo..."
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"New West Haven is a smaller assisted living community located in Cameron Park, CA. At New West Haven, the food is exceptional with a varie..."
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"Pine Tree Villa is a wonderful care home located in Cameron Park. When your loved one is in need of assistance, our home is here to help. We..."
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Gold Country Health Center
6041 Golden Center Court, Placerville, CA 95667
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"Elite Elder Care is a residential care facility for the elderly licensed by the State of California to care for elders who are unable to liv..."
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El Dorado Hills Senior Care Village
2920 Tam O'Shanter Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
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"Welcome to excellence in assisted living! El Dorado Hills Senior Care Village, a quality assisted living care facility located adjacent to t..."
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Lakefront Oaks Estate - CLOSED
2272 Stagecoach Road, Placerville, CA 95667
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"We at Lakefront Oaks Estate consider it an honor and a privilege to care for seniors in our home as part of our extended family. Lakefront O..."
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3352 Mesa Verdes Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
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"The WoodRidge Place community is a small group home for seniors, licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. Our six-resident c..."
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Lake View Residential Care
2932 Aberdeen Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
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"______________________________________ Welcome to Lake View Residential Care. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the com..."
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"Larc's Care Home provides assisted living services in a home environment. Our studio apartments are spacious and accommodating. We have staf..."
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4075 Arenzano Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
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"______________________________________ Welcome to Hillcrest Care. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and con..."
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"At Eskaton Village Carmichael, we believe that life is better with choice, and you will be amazed at the number of choices available at our ..."
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4.2
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"With its elegant surroundings, friendly residents and resort-style amenities, Eskaton Village Roseville is the community that should be your..."
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"Sitting in a quiet residential neighborhood just a few miles away from the stunning, 23-acre stretch of American River Parkway along the ban..."
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"If you desire a retirement that has plenty of friends, an elegant home and engaging activities that have you learning something new each day..."
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"You will find yourself surrounded by friends, luxurious accommodations in an atmosphere of timeless elegance at Oakmont of Carmichael. Locat..."
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"With the assisted living services at Eskaton Lodge Gold River you'll find the support your loved one needs, leaving you with the peace o..."
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Carlton Senior Living Orangevale
8773 Oak Avenue, Orangevale, CA 95662
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4.3
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"Carlton Senior Living is happy to be joining your neighborhood! Although we are new to Orangevale, we are not new to serving seniors. Since ..."
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"At the Terraces of Roseville, we offer a lifestyle for independent living, assisted living and memory care that is as expansive and special ..."
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"_________________________________________ You will find yourself surrounded by friends, luxurious accommodations in an atmosphere of time..."
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"Located in the heart of Roseville, our lovely community is located in a nice, quiet neighborhood. Meadow Oaks of Roseville has a great varie..."
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"Atria Carmichael Oaks is a thoughtfully designed community offering lovely surroundings, personal service and just the right amount of suppo..."
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"Take a step into Sunrise of Rocklin and bask in the feeling of comfort and security. We stop at nothing to make living here an experience th..."
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"Set in the hills of Rocklin in the Sacramento metro area – only minutes from the Quarry District and Whitney Oaks Golf Club – Atria Rocklin ..."
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" ______________________________________________ Brookdale Auburn (formerly Emeritus at Emerald Hills) offers a homelike setting and cheerfu..."
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Cogir of Stock Ranch Senior Living
7418 Stock Ranch Rd, Citrus Heights, CA 95621
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"Located in peaceful green Citrus Heights, and only a short drive from downtown Sacramento, Stock Ranch Road Retirement Community offers Inde..."
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" At A Bright Future Care Home in Antelope, CA we strive to provide the highest quality of care to residents. A staff of fully trained and hi..."
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" ______________________________________________ Brookdale Folsom (formerly Emeritus at Folsom) offers a homelike setting and cheerful smile..."
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Summerset Senior Living - Rancho Cordova
2341 Vehicle Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
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"A resort-style retirement in the heart of Rancho Cordova, California, is found at Summerset Senior Living (formerly Northstar Rancho Cordova..."
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"Sierra Pointe is a welcoming senior living community offering a range of independent and assisted living accommodations and service options...."
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The Villas at Stanford Ranch
1430 W Stanford Ranch Road, Rocklin, CA 95765
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"With Independent Living at The Villas at Stanford Ranch, our residents are free from the worries and hassles of housework, yard work, and re..."
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"Comprised of a team of highly-trained, loving and dedicated staff, Sunrise of Fair Oaks offers a large range of personalized services and sp..."
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Almond Heights Senior Living
8685 Greenback Lane, Orangevale, CA 95662
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"_____________________________ At Almond Heights, we make sure to provide residents with a wide array of amenities and services to ensure ..."
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"Oakmont of Westpark residents receive customized care services delivered in luxurious, resort-style living. With nurses on staff, we offer a..."
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"Friendly Care Home II provides services with a comfortable setting for great senior living in a residential, family setting. Each resident b..."
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"You will find yourself surrounded by friends, luxurious accommodations in an atmosphere of timeless elegance at Oakmont of Folsom. Located i..."
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"Country Club Manor is an independent living and assisted living community located on the northeast outskirts of Sacramento near the American..."
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"If an active lifestyle is what you desire, you'll feel at home in our luxury retirement community where friends and neighbors enjoy our bist..."
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All Seasons | Residential Assisted Living
8731 Central Ave, Orangevale, CA 95662
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"All Seasons Residential Assisted Living started from the values of dignity and care for all people: Do to others (young or old) as you would..."
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"Welcome to Golden Pond. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hassle-free lifestyle free fr..."
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"We strive to provide a homelike relaxed setting where your loved ones will be assisted with all their personal care tailored to individual n..."
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Reviews of Assisted Living Facilities in El Dorado County
Denise
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July 24, 2019
My mother has been at Ponte Palmero for a couple of weeks now. I give all the staff a 10. They are so good, and compared to where she was before, this place is a palace. Everybody is so much more attentive and nicer. We've had no problems so far. It's been absolutely wonderful. Cleanliness is excellent. They have lots of programs and encourage you to participate. She's very happy to do the exercise class, and they're not overbearing or pressuring. They're very nice and have done a good job of getting her included. The facility looks great and well kept up, and the activities are great. It's a little pricy, but it's worth it. They're giving everything that they say they give you.
Tammy
5
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July 22, 2019
Ponte Palmero was very nice, but it was too expensive. It was very clean, had lots of activities, beautiful environment, and nice apartments. They had an exercise room and a pool. We just can't afford it. The staff was wonderful.
S49
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February 14, 2018
I loved Eskaton Village Placerville. They have an indoor pool, which was one of the things that would be really nice. The only thing that they had to show us was a small studio. It was a little cottage, which was really cute, but for two people it was just way too small.
Beverly
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September 28, 2017
We like the housing in Ponte Palmero. We have a 2-bedroom and 2-bath unit with a full kitchen. They also provide all the amenities like meals, maintenance, and all that. The staff was very friendly and on top of things all the time, we just felt really comfortable. We like it has a country feel because it's not in the middle of the city. The place is pretty and well-taken care of. They also provide plenty of activities.
Pam
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September 12, 2017
Ponte Palmero was too big and it was old. The gentleman that took us on the tour was nice, but he forgot to give us lunch. We were supposed to go there and have a bite of their food and we never did, but it was alright. I thought it wouldn't be too conducive for my mother because she is not really ambulatory. There were stairs. I was not as impressed. The rooms were big, but they weren't conducive for her. The lighting seemed to be too dark.
Pam
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September 12, 2017
Eskaton Lodge Cameron Park was horrible. We went in there, and they were having a church service. The woman at the front desk was so unprofessional. She was taking us in the rooms and they hadn't even checked with some of the residents if it was OK if we walked in. She didn't offer a lot of information. I didn't like it at all. It was old and dirty looking to me.
Char
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August 22, 2017
Eskaton Village Placerville was a very nice facility. We really liked it. They were very knowledgeable. My father had dementia and the facility was very knowledgeable about different treatments and different care procedures. We really enjoyed the tour. We checked out the menu and it was very good.
Denise
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August 22, 2017
Ponte Palmero was a very nice facility that was closer to my house. I would have lived there. The food and amenities were first-class. They had lovely gardens and garages, which was different because most people didn’t drive. The independent living units were very nice, but there wasn't any space in memory care.
Visitor
5
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July 14, 2016
Eskaton was very well kept and took really good care of my loved one. I was pleased with the place. The staff was right there when he needed help.
Map of El Dorado County, California
Assisted Living Costs in El Dorado County
According to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care study, the average monthly rate for assisted living in El Dorado County ($4,473) is on par with the state average of $4,500, and both are about $500 higher than the national average of $4,000. Assisted living costs here are also significantly more expensive than those in nearby cities such as Stockton ($3,500), Yuba City ($3,679) and Merced ($3,500), but just $150 above the Vallejo area average of $4,350. The wine region city of Napa tops all these areas with its monthly average cost of $5,425.
Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for El Dorado County, so data for the closest city, Sacramento, was used.
El Dorado County/Sacramento Area
$4,473
National Average
$4,000
State Average
$4,500
Vallejo Area
$4,350
Stockton
$3,500
Modesto
$3,200
Napa
$5,425
Merced
$3,500
Yuba City
$3,679
Care Cost Comparison
Seniors comparing the cost of care in El Dorado County need to recognize the factors that influence rate differences within the local area, such as the type of setting, the level of care and whether specific services are offered. Both assisted living communities and nursing homes provide residential care, but nursing home rates are almost double those of assisted living because of the level of specialized care these facilities offer. Those debating assisted living versus in-home care need to consider that residential care rates typically include room and board. In contrast, home health aide and homemaker rates are more expensive and only cover provided services, so a senior still faces expenses such as property taxes, food, utility bills and home maintenance.
Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart
Assisted Living
$4,473
Homemaker Services
$4,767
Home Health Aide
$4,957
Adult Day Health Services
$1,733
Nursing Home Care
$8,517
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in El Dorado County
Medicaid in California
More than 72 million Americans receive health care services through Medicaid, the federal and state government-funded program that serves low-income families with children, pregnant women and blind, disabled and elderly adults. Medi-Cal, the California Medicaid program, provides eligible state residents with free or low-cost medical services that include preventive care, doctors appointments, hospital and emergency care, physical therapy, prescriptions and dental services.
Seniors may qualify for Medi-Cal benefits if they meet these income and resource requirements:
- Maximum yearly income of $16,146 for individuals and $21,892 for couples
- Total countable resources of $2,000 or less for individuals and $3,000 or less for couples
Income from all sources counts, but some resources are excluded, such as a principal home, household furnishings, personal effects, an irrevocable burial trust and one vehicle.
Medi-Cal covers nursing home care for seniors who meet the above resource requirements. There is no income limit to qualify. Those who receive federal Supplemental Security Income are automatically enrolled in Medi-Cal.
Seniors with high medical bills who exceed the income limit may be eligible for Medi-Cal coverage through a share of cost. An applicant’s excess income determines the required share amount, which must be used to pay medical bills before coverage begins.
El Dorado County seniors can apply for Medi-Cal coverage online, by visiting the nearest Health and Human Services office or by calling (800) 300-1506.
Assisted Living Waiver
Medi-Cal offers an assisted living waiver program to limit nursing home admissions by giving seniors the option of residing in an assisted living setting. This pilot program is only available in 15 counties throughout the state, including neighboring Sacramento County. To take advantage of the waiver, El Dorado County residents must be over age 21 and:
- Qualify for full Medi-Cal benefits without a share of cost
- Need the level of care provided in a nursing facility
- Be able to live safely in an assisted living setting
- Be willing to relocate to a county that participates in the program
The ALW doesn’t cover assisted living facility room-and-board charges, but it does pay for related services such as:
- Nursing facility transition costs
- Social services and care coordination
- Meals and snacks
- Laundry and housekeeping
- Personal care and assistance with activities of daily living
- Medication administration assistance
- Recreational activities
- Intermittent skilled nursing care
- Transportation
To learn more or request an assessment to start the ALW application process, El Dorado County residents can contact Elder Options at (530) 626-6939 or the Care Coordination Agency of their choice.
Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living
State Supplemental Payment
Low-income people with few resources who receive Supplemental Security Income benefits from the federal government may also qualify for the California State Supplemental Payment. To be eligible for SSI benefits, seniors are allowed a maximum monthly income of $771 per person or $1,157 if married and must meet the asset limits for Medi-Cal coverage. They must also be 65 or older, blind or disabled and apply for any other available benefit programs. If approved, an individual may receive up to $160.62 and couples up to $407.14 per month in addition to their SSI benefit.
El Dorado County residents can call the Social Security Administration at (800) 772-1213 to apply for the SSI and SSP programs.
Long-Term Care Insurance
Seniors who plan to move to an assisted living community in the future may consider long-term care insurance as an option to cover the cost. Some long-term care policies have deductibles and co-payments similar to standard health insurance plans while others pay for covered benefits on a reimbursement basis. An applicant must provide their health history details, and those with health problems may pay higher premiums for coverage.
Seniors can contact Elderlife Financial Services at (888) 228-4500 for help clarifying the details of a long-term care policy or with filing a claim.
Senior Centers
El Dorado County is home to three senior centers that provide a wide range of activities and support services for residents aged 60 and older. County seniors can enjoy a hot congregate lunch each weekday, take part in exercise classes such as Zumba and yoga, or follow a special interest such as pottery-making, quilting or dance.
The centers also provide free transportation, legal aid and peer counseling along with internet access, library and computer services. The Placerville center has an active travel program that offers escorted day and weekend group getaways to nearby points of interest and events as well as one- to three-week excursions to various destinations.
Placerville Senior Center
937 Spring St., Placerville, CA 95667
(530) 621-6150
El Dorado Hills Senior Center
990 Lassen Dr., Placerville, CA 95667
(916) 358-3575
South Lake Tahoe Senior Center
3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 573-3130
El Dorado County Area Agency on Aging
El Dorado County’s Older Adult Services department acts as the Area Agency on Aging. The department coordinates a variety of programs aimed at maintaining optimal health and quality of life for county residents aged 60 and older. Through its two offices, the OAS provides information, assistance and referrals about health insurance, long-term care and nutrition as well as legal counseling and transportation services. Placerville OAS Office
937 Spring St., Placerville, CA 95667
(530) 621-6150 South Lake Tahoe OAS Office
1360 Johnson Blvd., Ste. 103, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 621-6150
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