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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fernwood, CA

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The staff are wonderful people who are helpful and I can communicate with them. They keep the home clean at all times. They have a few simple activities like music interaction. I would recommend the...
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.
West Hills Care Home is an assisted living facility that is located in West Hills, California. West Hills Care Home understands the concerns that a family faces. They are concerned about finding a high quality facility with a reliable staff. We are proud of our outstanding staff of medical...
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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, Independent 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.
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.
The most important aspect of our community are our wonderful and loving Associates that will care for your family while they are living at Oakdale Heights. With our nursing staff onsite seven days/week, sixteen hours/day, your loved one is in good hands. They will be able to relax while being...
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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.
Van to and from doctor/dentist3 meals per daySnacksMedication supervision1 personal wash per week (laundry)HousekeepingActivitiesMonthly outingsShoppingTerrific staffing
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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: 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.
Long Island, N.Y. based Joyful Home care provides in-home care and support services for the elderly and others. This is a caring company that was formed out of a desire to provide the best in non-medical support whenever and wherever needed. Services include; ò Meal preparation ò Companionship ò...
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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.
ABOUT US   Chateau of Oaks is  a licensed residential care facility for the elderly by the State of California. We promote a family lifestyle of close staff-resident relationship, luxury home, physical and mental achievements while providing the necessary care. Every detail...
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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.
As a family owned business for the past 30 years we take pride in knowing that we make each and every one of our residents feel part of our family.  It takes dedication and commitment to provide our residents with the utmost care we can provide.        
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I visit my Mom weekly and always leave feeling happy ! Her stay here has been wonderful. We are very blessed. Thank you Queen Comfort Care Center!
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.
Queen Comfort Care Center Inc Queen Comfort Care Center is a residential care home located in the quiet town of Van Nuys, CA in Los Angeles. Our warm and welcoming community overlooks a stunning San Fernando Valley and on the north by North Hills. Van Nuys is known for its tranquility and peace...
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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.
Everyone wants their elderly mother or father to have the best possible care, especially if they have dementia. Everyone wants to spend the last years of their life with complete happiness and absolutely nothing to worry about. At Diamond Care Villa in Winnetka, CA, this is all possible. This...
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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.
Granville Inn and Cottage are truly unique, charming and beautifully appointed family homes, each professionally designed to care for not more than 6 elderly residents. Both homes have enchanting yards with flower gardens and many trees. Our goal is to provide a loving and socially stimulating...
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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.
If you're looking for a place, where real quality senior care meets independent living, then you simply must come and see Pinetree Manor. At Pinetree Manor, we pride ourselves on offering the best when it comes to assisted living, senior living, and more. We are located in a beautiful area, in...

Cost of assisted living in Fernwood, CA

The average cost of senior living in Fernwood is $4,322 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Inglewood, CA with an average of $4,223 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fernwood, CA vs. nearby cities

Fernwood, CA
$4,322/mo
$4,582/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fernwood, CA vs. the state and national average

Fernwood, CA
$4,322/mo
U.S. national average
$4,552/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fernwood vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,322/mo
$5,637/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Fernwood, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,763/mo
Private
$5,922/mo
Studio
$7,694/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,234/mo
2 Bedroom
$12,762/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$10,000/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Fernwood over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fernwood, 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 Fernwood.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fernwood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fernwood

Leisure Vale Assisted Living in Glendale, CA

4.4
Facility seems a good place for [name removed], well organized and staff are accommodating.

Foothill Retirement in Tujunga, CA

4.4
What our family likes the most about the Foothill Retirement community is all the team work between the staff members working there. Friendly and staff that will help care for my mom's needed especially having the understanding to care for dementia seniors. Staff also understands family's ...
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Sweet Home Senior Living 2 in Van Nuys, CA

5.0
My Mom spent the last year of her life at Sweet Home. I am so thankful that this was her final home. They knew how to care for at every stage. It’s hard to lose a parent. Sweet Home took care of us. The food is home cooked to the preference of each person. There are group holiday meals. Every ...
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Fernwood review score based on 142 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 142 reviews of 112 Fernwood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fernwood 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

Fernwood review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Fernwood, CA112 facilities
8.1
Calabasas, CA146 facilities
8.1
Hidden Hills, CA222 facilities

Review subcategories for Fernwood 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 142 reviews of 112 Fernwood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fernwood 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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4.1
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Fernwood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fernwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fernwood, 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 Fernwood 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 Fernwood 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
53.6%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.1%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.5%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.4%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
86.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fernwood 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 Fernwood 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
62.5%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.4%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.8%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fernwood 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 Fernwood 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
22.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.1%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.3%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.2%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fernwood 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 Fernwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.3%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.9%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
38.4%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fernwood 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 Fernwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.2%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.4%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.7%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.2%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.6%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
23.2%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.4%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fernwood

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 Fernwood protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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