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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bicknell, CA
Memory care in Bicknell offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Bicknell is about $4,980 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 34 communities, read 351 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Finding Heritage House was the best thing that happened to our family when we needed to find an Assisted Living facility for our mother. Prior to moving to Heritage House she lived at Maravilla and our...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Casa de Flores is a newly remodeled assisted living residence located on a beautiful hillside in Morro Bay. The enchanting Spanish décor features a lush courtyard, and elegant living areas with two fireplaces. Every effort is made to maintain a standard of elegant ambience and superlative...
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They are very good but they are more expensive. My parents chose it years ago. First they went to the independent living and then the assisted living and then my father went in to the skilled nursing. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
A nationally accredited continuing care retirement community, The Samarkand’s scenic 16-acre campus offers views of both the beautiful blue Pacific and the Santa Ynez Mountains. We offer a residential setting for every aspect of retirement. Residential styles availableCottages, villas and...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Bicknell, CA
The average cost of senior living in Bicknell is $4,980 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $4,363 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bicknell, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bicknell, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Bicknell, CA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Bicknell
Recent reviews for memory care in Bicknell
Westmont of Santa Barbara in Goleta, CA
4.8
It is a bright and open environment that is welcoming to residents and families. They have many choices for activities daily. And they go on outings to Santa Barbara weekly. It's a wonderful location.
Villa Santa Barbara
5.0
I like this AL. The food is really good. The staff is very nice and competent. Administrative staff is very responsive to any problems that may arise.
Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO in San Luis Obispo, CA
4.6
I would recommend Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO. It's a small community feel. If you want extra special food, it may not meet your wants. But the food is cooked fresh and is planned by a nutritionist. You need patience waiting for food to be served sometimes. All of my needs are met and I ...
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Bicknell review score based on 55 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 55 reviews of 34 Bicknell memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Bicknell review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Bicknell review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Bicknell memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 55 reviews of 34 Bicknell memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bicknell resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Bicknell, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Bicknell memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bicknell memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bicknell, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Bicknell memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bicknell that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.1%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.9%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.7%
72.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Bicknell memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bicknell Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.1%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.4%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.2%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bicknell memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bicknell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.8%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.1%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Bicknell memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bicknell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.5%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.4%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
44.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bicknell memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bicknell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.2%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.7%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cliff View Terrace, Westmont of Santa Barbara and Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bicknell, California. See full list of communities.
There are 34 memory care facilities near Bicknell, California. See the full list.
The 34 memory care facilities near you in Bicknell, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bicknell, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Bicknell, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Bicknell, California ranges from $2050 to $9000. The average Memory Care cost in Bicknell, California is $4,980. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Bicknell, California typically starts at $2050. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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