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Assisted living costs in Bicknell average about $5,391 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 66 communities in Bicknell. Our detailed directory has 452 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Santa Maria, Arroyo Grande and Orcutt.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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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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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Garden House is a loving care facility for 15 residents set in the quiet seaside serenity of Morro Bay.Garden House specializes in Alzheimer's and other dementias with a secured perimeter in a home-like setting.Well-thought-out services include private rooms, the highest personal attendant to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Welcome to “Your Home”, the six bed facility with over an acre of spacious privacy and lovely ocean views. Our happy home is located by Hope Ranch, a most desirable area in Santa Barbara. Along with the breathtaking ocean views are covered patio verandas, an Amish gazebo, spa deck, large grass...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Fisher House is a gracious private home located in beautiful Santa Barbara close to downtown. Efaie McFarland owner/administrator maintains a harmonious household, nourishing her residents with outstanding home cooked meals daily and lots of Pet Assisted Therapy. The Fisher House is two...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mission Villa is a new facility with all the design features that are currently considered necessary for the safety and well-being of residents afflicted with all types of dementias including Alzheimer’s disease. Because Of the many specialized needs of the dementia/Alzheimer’s resident,...
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We recently moved my father from a hospital in Tucson where he had been treated for recurrent pneumonia and urinary tract infections. We had also been informed that he had quite a bit of confusion but had...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
At Home In Santa Barbara is a 14 bed assisted living home  located in the center of Santa Barbara.  We are about a mile from the Santa Barbara Mission and the beach.One of the greatest advantages of At Home In Santa Barbara is our ability to offer specialized services to...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mesa Care is a family operated residential care facility for the elderly specially designed to create an atmosphere witch you or your loved ones would enjoy at home. Our goal is to provide a secure, healthy, and caring environment for our residents. We are committed to the dignity of the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A Touch Above Care, SycamoreA Touch Above Care, Sycamore is located in Atascadero, CA in San Luis Obispo County. This residential care home offers supportive assistance in an area that is a great place to call home. Atascadero offers residents and guests the opportunity to visit Charles Paddock...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our Assisted Living Home, A TOUCH ABOVE CARE is located 3 miles Ocean Side of Atascadero. It is set on 5 acres surrounded by Oak and Pine trees with rolling hills. The view is amazing and so peaceful your entire family will enjoy their stay. We make every beloved resident feel like FAMILY...

Cost of assisted living in Bicknell, CA

The average cost of senior living in Bicknell is $5,391 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vandenberg AFB, CA with an average of $5,391 per month.

Assisted living costs in Bicknell, CA, vs. state and national averages

Bicknell, CA
$5,391/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Bicknell, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,391/mo
$6,832/mo

Assisted living costs in Bicknell, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,842/mo
Studio
$4,645/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,609/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,430/mo

Senior living costs in Bicknell vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bicknell, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBicknell, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,391/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,832/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,140/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Bicknell, CA:$5,391/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Bicknell, CA:$6,832/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Bicknell, CA:$4,140/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Bicknell, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bicknell and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Bicknell, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Bicknell have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bicknell, CA$5,834/mo$5,305/mo+10.0%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Bicknell, CA
2024 average cost:$5,834/mo
2023 average cost:$5,305/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
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2024 average cost:$5,968/mo
2023 average cost:$5,628/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bicknell, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Bicknell.

What families are saying about assisted living in Bicknell

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bicknell

Fountain Square of Lompoc

4.3
Overall, the staff are very caring. They care for the residents very well and seem to be very loving people. The way the keep the community running is very nice, and it's very secure. My mom complains about how often they serve green beans, but she also doesn't tell them she wants something ...
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Santa Barbara Memory Care

5.0
So grateful to all! You helped my family when we were going through difficult times. My loved one is stable and happy in the community. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

The Residence in San Luis Obispo, CA

4.8
One thing I really like about The Residence is that they are very adequately staffed. I know that some of these places the ration between staff and residents is not where it needs to be for the residents to get the sort of care and attention they need, but that is not the case here. They take ...
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Bicknell review score based on 97 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 97 reviews of 66 Bicknell assisted living 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 assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

7.7
Bicknell, CA66 facilities
8.2
Oxnard, CA497 facilities
8.2
San Luis Obispo, CA34 facilities

Review subcategories for Bicknell assisted living

When assisted living 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 97 reviews of 66 Bicknell assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bicknell resident and family assisted living 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
3.8
3.4
Friendliness
3.9
3.5
Care services
3.3
3.2
Staff
3.7
3.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Bicknell assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bicknell assisted living 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 assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living 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
39.4%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.8%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.1%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Bicknell assisted living

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 Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bicknell assisted living

Assisted living 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
3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Bicknell assisted living

Our assisted living 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
12.1%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
21.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bicknell assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living 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
21.2%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
21.2%
48%
Dances
Dances
13.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.1%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.7%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bicknell

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bicknell protect seniors.
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