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Acacia Creek in Union City, CA

Acacia Creek is an assisted living and memory care community in Union City, CA.

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Acacia Creek in Union City, CA

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  • Interior

    A cozy living space with a dining area and view into the bedroom, illuminated by natural light.

  • Outdoors

    A group of elderly women and a dog in front of an Acacia Creek shuttle bus.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with warm tones, featuring a bed, nightstands with lamps, and a chair near a window.

  • Living Room

    A spacious open floor plan featuring a kitchen and dining area with abundant natural light.

  • Building

    A hillside view of a large residential building complex surrounded by trees with a distant skyline.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with twin beds featuring green headboards and floral bedding, separated by a side table with a lamp under a window.

  • Trees

    A sunlit road lined with autumn trees leading towards a building.

  • Windows

    A cozy living room with ample natural light and comfortable furnishings.

  • Dining

    A group of people enjoying a social gathering with food and drinks.

  • Landscaping

    A scenic suburban landscape with buildings, trees, and a clear blue sky.

  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, featuring a fridge, oven, microwave, and a fruit basket on the countertop.

  • Seating Area

    An empty lounge and bar area with modern decor and comfortable seating.

  • Outdoor

    An elderly couple enjoying a sunny day on the patio, with one playing guitar.

  • Bathroom

    A well-organized bathroom vanity featuring double sinks, mirrors, and decorative elements.

34400 Mission Boulevard, Union City, CA 94587

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4.5 from 92 reviews
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Acacia Creek Costs & Pricing

Acacia Creek offers competitive pricing for its residential options, with monthly costs that are slightly below the average for both Alameda County and the broader California market. For a one-bedroom unit, Acacia Creek's rate of $4,200 not only undercuts the county average of $4,644 but also remains favorable compared to the statewide figure of $4,340. Similarly, the two-bedroom apartments at Acacia Creek are priced at $4,300, which is more economical than the county average of $5,099 and significantly lower than the state average of $5,270. This positions Acacia Creek as an attractive option for prospective residents seeking quality living in a budget-conscious manner.

Floor plansAcacia CreekAlameda CountyCalifornia
1 Bedroom$4,200$4,644$4,340
2 Bedrooms$4,300$5,099$5,270

Overall Review of Acacia Creek

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Care levels across needs

The community is described as offering multiple care levels on one campus.

Residents and visitors describe the campus as supporting different levels of care, ranging from more independent living to higher-dependence and memory care. One review specifically contrasts these care levels with other senior centers they had visited, and another mentions seeing a memory care program during a tour. This matches the range of care types the community is set up to provide.

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Food and dining quality

Dining is repeatedly described as a highlight of daily life here.

Many reviews focus on good food, with guests and residents mentioning restaurant-style dining and memorable meals. Several also connect dining with social energy, like groups gathering in the dining room. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and room service alongside multiple special-diet meal options residents may need.

  • A cozy living space with a dining area and view into the bedroom, illuminated by natural light.
  • A group of people enjoying a social gathering with food and drinks.
  • An empty lounge and bar area with modern decor and comfortable seating.
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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents describe an active schedule with frequent events and outings.

Reviews commonly mention day trips, group activities, and ongoing programming that helps people stay socially connected. Some residents also describe community involvement as a way to stay engaged, including committees and resident-led participation. On top of that, the community offers a wide activity calendar, from fitness programs to educational speakers and scheduled daily activities.

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Friendly, helpful staff

Staff are frequently described as welcoming and responsive to residents.

Across reviews, residents and families often say staff are friendly, supportive, and helpful—especially during move-in and everyday needs. Some reviews specifically describe staff stepping in quickly during an emergency, and others note that staff regularly assist with practical issues and coordination. The community also lists multiple care services that align with hands-on support like medication management and assistance with daily activities.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Medication help is inconsistent

Medication-related service delivery is a recurring concern in some reviews.

A couple of reviews say the assisted-living medication support they expected was not provided as promised after move-in, and one describes difficulty getting responses from staff about concerns. Even though other reviews describe strong medical support and safety-focused care, these negative experiences point to variability in what families receive once residents are settled. If medication help is a key need, these reviews suggest confirming details before committing.

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Higher cost than expected

Some reviews describe the pricing as out of reach for many families.

At least two reviews frame the cost as very high, using language like needing to be wealthy or calling the community overpriced. At the same time, other reviews mention feeling they get good value for their money, so impressions depend on how you compare costs. Pricing across unit types is shown as roughly below county and state benchmarks, but the resident experience still varies by household expectations.

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Features

Housing

  • 154 resident community capacity 154 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Continuing learning programs Continuing learning programs
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Family education and support services Family education and support services
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Golf Golf
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Hiking trails Hiking trails
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Metropolitan Oakland International (15 miles away) Metropolitan Oakland International (15 miles away)
  • San Jose International (17 miles away) San Jose International (17 miles away)
  • San Francisco International (20 miles away) San Francisco International (20 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Preventative health screenings Preventative health screenings
  • Rehabilitation program Rehabilitation program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

The area around Union City, California offers a range of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a convenient and comfortable living environment. With several BART stations nearby, transportation options are easily accessible for those who prefer public transit. A variety of restaurants, pharmacies, places of worship, parks, hospitals, cafes, theaters, and physicians offices are also within close proximity, providing residents with convenience and accessibility to essential services. The peaceful parks and recreational areas offer opportunities for leisurely walks and outdoor activities. Additionally, the presence of reputable medical facilities in the area ensures that seniors have access to quality healthcare services when needed. Overall, this part of Union City presents itself as a well-rounded community with resources that can support a fulfilling senior lifestyle.

Transportation

  • Union City BART Station (0.8 miles)
  • Fremont BART Station (3.2 miles)
  • South Hayward BART Station (3.8 miles)
  • Castro Valley BART Station (7.5 miles)
  • West Dublin/Pleasanton BART Station (8.2 miles)
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage of Dublin (9.1 miles)
  • Dublin/Pleasanton BART Station (9.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.9 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.5 miles)
  • Jack's Restaurant & Bar (5 miles)
  • McDonald's (6.3 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (6.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (7.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Wat Buddhanusorn (1.3 miles)
  • First Baptist Church Of Castro Valley (8.6 miles)
  • Fountain Christian Fellowship (9.4 miles)

Parks

  • Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area (1.4 miles)
  • Rancho Arroyo Park (1.9 miles)
  • Beard Staging Area, Alameda Creek Regional Trail (2 miles)
  • Niles Community Park (2.2 miles)
  • Coyote Hills Regional Park (3.2 miles)
  • Meyer Park (3.9 miles)
  • Fremont Central Park (3.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Washington Hospital Heliport (3.2 miles)
  • Eden Medical Center (8.3 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Post-Acute Care Center (8.5 miles)
  • Ucsf Medical Center (9.5 miles)
  • Valleycare Health Systems (9.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (3.2 miles)
  • Philz Coffee (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.5 miles)
  • Daily Bagel Cafe (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.8 miles)
  • Bill's Cafe (8.1 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC NewPark 12 (4.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Kaiser Medical Offices (5.4 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Pediatrics (5.4 miles)
  • Dr Mark Mandel M.D. - Optima Medical Assoc (6.7 miles)
  • Golden State Dermatology (8.3 miles)
  • Foothill Optometric Group (8.3 miles)
  • Alex Anastasiou, DO (8.7 miles)
  • Tri-Valley Orthopedic Specialists (8.8 miles)

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