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Assisted living costs in Famoso average about $3,373 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 24 communities in Famoso. Our detailed directory has 321 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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I found myself suddenly having to find a safe place to place my mother with not a lot of time to make a decision. I had about two weeks. My mother had fallen and could no longer live on her own. I checked a...
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.
Magnolia Place Senior Living is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Bakersfield, California. Field Senior Living is a family owned and operated business in which Dustin and Melissa Fields manage all operations. Our beautiful community has an ideal location in a quiet,...
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I have been very pleased with the Palms. It took my mom about 9 months to make the transition then 1 day she just did the flip and is very happy there. The entry is beautiful. I just like the overall...
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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I have only dealt with one other place and Brookdale seems much better though larger in everything, residents, staff, are etc. Always seems clean. Very friendly caring staff and professional Quality of care...
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.
Here you have fewer chores and more adventures. Our CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in Bakersfield, California, has independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. And if you or your spouse need more care later, you’ll have the lifestyle...
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23 reviews
I do recommend this alternative living residence. Ivy Park has all levels of living assistance. It is a well kept facility and the staff have been great. The facility was very well kept and the staff was...
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.
Ivy Park at Seven Oaks is a senior living community convenient to popular casual dining and shopping centers. The property offers beautiful spaces, indoors and out, to gather with friends and family. At Ivy Park our seniors are empowered to maximize their independence and personal growth. We...
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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.
Garnsey garden is a private residential care facility for the Elderly licensed by the State of California Department of Social Services. We are a caring team and dedicated to providing a warm and kind environment for families and their loved ones needing supervision and guidance in everyday...
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2 reviews
It's a wonderful place. The food is very good, loved the daily cupcakes they served each and every day. There was a weekly session were we acted out in skits for fun, and we would record them for later...
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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It has a very large campus, with about 300 residents. The food here was pretty good. They had a trained chef here. They did have some theft here but they called the police and dealt with it right away.
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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I would highly recommend Pacifica. The staff is great. They all care for my mom very much and take exceptional care of her. She's very happy there.
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.
Pacifica Senior Living of Bakersfield California is a wonderful place to live. This unique senior living community will provide your loved one with comfort and all the care needed to live a productive life. Located on beautiful Brookside Drive this community is one of Bakersfield's most upscale...
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7.5
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6 reviews
The staff at A Comfort Care Home are all friendly. The house is always clean and fresh. The owner communicates with the family just fine. The move in process was a breeze. The food is a lot of processed...
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.
A Comfort Care Home A Comfort Care Home is located in Bakersfield, CA in Kern County. This residential care home provides a safe place to live in an area that offers much to do and see. Those who spend time in Bakersfield enjoy spending time at the Kern County Museum, checking out Fox Theater,...
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: 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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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.
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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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.
Gracious Lady Alzheimer CareGracious Lady Alzheimer Care is a senior care home located in the city of Bakersfield, CA in Kern County. Our community is nestled in a tranquil neighborhood and has incredible views of San Joaquin Valley. Bakersfield is minutes away from Pismo Beach and Los Angeles....
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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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Tina has been wonderful throughout the whole process of finding a home for my Mother. The home has always been clean and well maintained. I feel the workers treat my Mom like she is one of the family. There...
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.
Heritage Assisted Living is located in one of the friendliest cities in TN, Knoxville. Heritage offers an apartment type feel instead of a medical or facility type atmosphere. You want your loved ones to feel at home during these years. Because of this, we have a small amount of rooms. This...
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.
Located in the city of Bakersfield, California, Ann Marie's Quality Residential Care consists of group homes accommodating 6 residents each. The care provided is appropriate for all seniors not needing around the clock nursing care, but we are equipped and licensed for Alzheimer's and memory...
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Cost of assisted living in Famoso, CA
The average cost of senior living in Famoso is $3,373 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shafter, CA with an average of $3,193 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Famoso, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Famoso, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Famoso, CA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Famoso, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Famoso
Recent reviews for assisted living in Famoso
Alondra Home in Bakersfield, CA
5.0
My mom had been there for a month, And they have been great for my mom, They take care of all my mom needs 24/7. Great staff. I am able to see my mom during the day and mornings, If my mom has Dr appointment they have her ready, Also they have no problem with me having lunch with her or do ...
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The Palms of San Lauren in Bakersfield, CA
5.0
I would definitely recommend them to my friends. They had an awesome staff and a great Director. My uncle was very happy there.
Ivy Park at Seven Oaks in Bakersfield, CA
5.0
I would say that The Ivy is first class in every way and that is largely due to strong leadership advocating for their residents. The facility is gorgeous and clean and much like a country club (order meals off a menu, etc). Extremely kind, caring, and empathetic staff.I would highly recommend ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the warm and kind demeanor of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Brookdale Riverwalk, several residents and families praise the friendly nature of the staff members, who go out of their way to make everyone feel at home.
Variety of available activities. Reviews consistently highlight the diverse range of activities offered at different communities. For example, at Brookdale Riverwalk, residents enjoy participating in Bingo sessions, arts and crafts, and happy hours, among other pursuits.
Consistent communication with families. Several reviews mention the clear and frequent communication between community staff and families, ensuring that everyone is informed and care needs are being met. As noted at Magnolia Place, the families were kept informed and appreciated the engagement from the staff.
High-quality dining experiences. Numerous reviews emphasize the importance of satisfying meals and dining experiences for residents. For instance, at The Palms of San Lauren, families appreciate the professionalism and courteousness of the staff, as well as the food quality.
Beautiful and clean facilities. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and well-maintained condition of the facilities, with examples at Ivy Park at Seven Oaks where the facility is described as first-class and beautifully kept. The staff ensures the living areas are consistently clean and updated.
Personalized care and attention. Several reviews mention the individualized care and attention provided by the staff to cater to residents' unique needs. For example, at Magnolia Place, the staff accommodated a resident's food preferences, and went above and beyond to ensure her comfort and happiness.
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Famoso review score based on 72 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 72 reviews of 20 Famoso assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Famoso 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
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Review subcategories for Famoso 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 72 reviews of 20 Famoso assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Famoso 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.Famoso, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
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Famoso assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Famoso assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Famoso, 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 Famoso 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 Famoso 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
40%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Famoso 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 Famoso 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
50%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Famoso 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 Famoso 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
20%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Famoso 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 Famoso communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
42%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Famoso 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 Famoso offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
30%
29.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Famoso
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Famoso protect seniors.
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Magnolia Place, The Trinity and The Palms of San Lauren are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Famoso, California. See full list of communities.
There are 24 assisted living facilities near Famoso, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Famoso, California is Brookdale Riverwalk. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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