Residential care
Palo Alto Commons
Residential care in Palo Alto, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 4075 EL CAMINO WAY |
| City | Palo Alto |
| State | California |
| ZIP code | 94306 |
| County | SANTA CLARA |
| Phone | (650) 494-0760 |
| Website | https://www.paloaltocommons.com/ |
| PaloAltoCommonsInfo@wqliving.com | |
| License number | 435202819 |
| License type | Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) — California's assisted living license |
| Licensing status | LICENSED |
| Licensed since | 6/30/2021 |
| Licensee | WELLQUEST PALO ALTO TENANTCO,LLC ; WELLQUEST ET AL |
| Capacity | 250 |
| Care types | residential care, assisted living |
| Memory care | Yes |
| Services offered | 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living, Independent living (The Avant), Assisted living, Memory care (Alzheimer's and dementia care) |
| CMS quality note | Licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. |
Palo Alto Commons is in 4075 EL CAMINO WAY, Palo Alto, CA 94306. Phone: (650) 494-0760. Ownership: not stated in the source file. It holds California RCFE license 435202819 (status LICENSED, first licensed 6/30/2021, capacity 250). In California, assisted living is licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
Palo Alto Commons offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Palo Alto. Its memory care serves people living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Homes range from studios to two-bedroom apartments, some with a full kitchen and a balcony or patio.
More about this provider
| Palo Alto Commons offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Palo Alto, in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. | |
| Services and programs | Independent living (The Avant), assisted living, and memory care, described on the site as premier assisted living and Alzheimer's/dementia care. Homes are studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with a full kitchen or kitchenette and a balcony or patio. Tours are offered. |
| Who it serves | Seniors, including people living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. |
| Visiting and contact details | 4075 El Camino Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306; phone 650-494-0760; email PaloAltoCommonsInfo@wqliving.com. |
| Website | https://www.paloaltocommons.com/ |
Who pays for residential care?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
- Does Medicare or Medicaid pay for assisted living
- Memory Care Costs: What Drives the Price When No National Median Exists
Residential care guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Palo Alto Commons
Where is Palo Alto Commons located?
Palo Alto Commons is at 4075 EL CAMINO WAY, Palo Alto, California 94306.
What care and services does Palo Alto Commons offer?
Palo Alto Commons offers residential care, assisted living, 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living, Independent living (The Avant), Memory care (Alzheimer's and dementia care).
How do I contact Palo Alto Commons?
Call Palo Alto Commons at (650) 494-0760.
How much does assisted living cost?
The national median cost of assisted living is $6,200 a month (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in California can be higher or lower. The price goes up when a person needs more help with daily tasks. See our guide to assisted living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?
No. Medicare does not pay for the rent or the day-to-day help in assisted living. That help is called custodial care, and Medicare does not cover it. Medicare still pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits.
What is the difference between assisted living and a nursing home?
Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. Staff are on hand day and night, but it does not give round-the-clock nursing care. A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home.
Who else pays for assisted living besides Medicare?
Most people pay out of pocket. Medicaid pays for care services in assisted living in many states through waiver programs, but it does not pay the rent. A VA pension called Aid and Attendance can add money each month for veterans who need help with daily tasks. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost.