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The home is run by a phillipino woman and she also staffed it with phillipino women. They are all very nice but my concern is that they are very small and I worry they won't be able to counter balance my mom...
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.
Manila Manor aims to care for the elderly in a home like setting. It aims to foster independence, privacy and dignity in the individual hence assistance is rendered to allow the individual to function at the maximum level. Trips to the movies, museums, parks, shopping malls, and senior centers...
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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.
NOELITZ HOME NORTHRIDGE ,CA 91325   RESIDENT QUALIFICATIONS: ELDERLY CLIENTS 60 & ABOVE                              AMBULATORY &...
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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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The Virginia House is truly a home. On her first visit my mother, who has Alzheimer's disease, actually said, " What a beautiful fireplace. It looks just like mine!" I too felt that it was uncanny how...
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.
Virginia House, located in the lovely state of Virginia, is a gorgeous place where you can rest assured that your loved one gets the care that he or she needs. With a great location, friendly and caring staff, our residents are very happy in the atmosphere that we provide. There is no greater...
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We chose Evening Grace because of the cleanliness of the facility, the attentiveness of the caregivers, the owner is very accommodating and wonderful, and I felt very comfortable and homey environment. IT...
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.
Evening Grace, LLC is a two house assisted living experience. Our six-resident houses are functioning under State of California License Numbers: 197607017 and 197607451. Our houses located one next to each other in the prestigious Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Northridge, CA just south of CSUN...
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My mom is under hospice at this community. The staff are taking good care of her. They are keeping her comfortable.
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.
Better Living & Care is located on a quiet street in the West Hollywood area. This home has recently reopened after undergoing a full remodeling. It features 6 private rooms, each with its own bath and shower. Each room comes fully furnished with a comfortable bed, drawer chest, nightstand,...
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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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I have only the best and warmest opinions of Jackie’s Hideaway. My mother, with Alzheimer’s, was there for one year. The owner and staff are professional, warm, caring and knowledgeable. Many of 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.
Our facility is licensed by the State of California.  Jackie's Hideaway  is a six-bed home for elderly with all private rooms.  We have been in business for 12 years and the owner is a Registered Nurse.  We have park-like grounds on a 1/2 acre property surrounded by an...
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I am so blessed that they are taking such great care of my father. He has doctors and nurses they come there to see him and they keep up with his medications. The caregivers are the best. They are so...
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 Loving Heart Senior Care is located near several hospitals in the Granda Hills area. Since we have recently remodeled our facilities a lot more amenities are provided compared to other care facilities. Bring in all seniors that need to receive special attention on a regular basis. Our specialty...
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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
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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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We moved my mom to Be Well Senior Living in Tarzana in November 2013. It has been an excellent choice. Russ, Elina and Julie run things so well! and are very caring people. My mom has dementia and is...
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.
Be Well Senior Living II, Inc senior care home located in the tranquil neighborhoods of Tarzana, CA. Our community is located in a peaceful environment designed to perfection to offer our residents the perfect space to lead an independent life. At Be well we are proud of our residents; we know we...
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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.
Porter Ranch Home Inc #3 is a residential care home that is located in perpetually sunny Los Angeles county, Northridge, CA. This is a senior care home that provides assistance to seniors in a group home setting. The prosperous city of Northridge has a higher than average graduate rate of a...
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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.
Azar Garden is a residential care home located in the beautiful and affluent neighborhood of Tarzana, in the San Fernando Valley region, in the city of Los Angeles, California. Tarzana is home to one of our country's most beautiful, natural landscapes, and we also have sunny skies all year round....
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The staff here is very friendly and seem to care. They know the residents and their family members by name and that is amazing. The people here are just good people, you can tell.
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.
Porter Ranch Home Inc #1 is a senior care home located in Los Angeles county, Northridge, CA. The residence assists seniors with lifestyle choices in a pleasant group home setting. The California State University, Northridge promotes itself as a national role model for diversity. The school...
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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: 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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I have found Carmel to be a very comfortable, friendly and helpful facility. It is very clean, the staff and management treat residents with respect and show a sincere interest in each resident. The food is...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
 Since 1978, we have offered a great alternative for seniors who may need additional assistance with their daily routines, medication management, bathing and dressing or personal hygiene, yet do not require the intensive services of a skilled nursing facility.  With the assistance of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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: 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 Mission is to promote the physical, mental, and social well being of our residents. Our Philosophy is to establish and maintain a facility for the elderly where caring from the heart is our top priority. Experience the warmth and compassion of our friendly and well trained staff. Who have...
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They do a wonderful job at Northridge Villa, the people here are just lovely people in general. The facility itself is well kept and clean, and the staff are friendly and caring. I would highly recommend...
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.
Northridge Villa for Elderly Inc. is located Northridge, California. Our assisted living facility, an apartment style habitat that is designed to focus on daily life, is an above average residential care provider for the elderly. Located just a mile away from Northridge Hospital Medical Center,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Kester, CA

The average cost of senior living in Kester is $4,472 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Marino, CA with an average of $4,186 per month.

Assisted living costs in Kester, CA, vs. nearby cities

Kester, CA
$4,473/mo
$4,439/mo

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

Kester, CA
$4,473/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,473/mo
$5,654/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,777/mo
Private
$5,853/mo
Studio
$6,377/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,895/mo
2 Bedroom
$11,901/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$9,500/mo

Senior living costs in Kester 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: Kester, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKester, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,473/mo$4,506/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,654/mo$5,464/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living$4,945/mo$4,701/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Kester, CA:$4,473/mo
California:$4,506/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Kester, CA:$5,654/mo
California:$5,464/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Kester, CA:$4,945/mo
California:$4,701/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
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Assisted living costs in Kester, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Kester 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 Kester, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Kester 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 median 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
Kester, CA$6,813/mo$6,201/mo+9.9%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Kester, CA
2024 average cost:$6,813/mo
2023 average cost:$6,201/mo
Percent change:+9.9%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Kester, 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 Kester.

What families are saying about assisted living in Kester

Recent reviews for assisted living in Kester

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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The Cottages of Lake Balboa 1 in Los Angeles, CA

5.0
My 89 year old mother had a fall in March of 2020, at the same time COVID was rising. She went from being hospitalized, to weeks in skilled nursing, and then we needed to find a Board and Care home for her to live in. Imagine having to manage your elderly parent's care from afar because not ...
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A Caring Touch Board and Care in Chatsworth, CA

5.0
My uncle has been a resident for about 3 years. The care he receives is exceptional, not only in the objective medical criteria, but in the equally important quality of care and personal, caring atmosphere. This is like a home with caring relatives. I have had a lot of experience recently ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Residents and families consistently praise the kindness, attentiveness, and helpfulness of the staff in various communities. At Encino Terrace Senior Living, the team goes above and beyond to ensure residents feel welcome and comfortable. Families at Studio Royale by Cogir, for example, expr ...
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Wide range of engaging activities. Communities offer diverse activities tailored to residents' interests, providing opportunities for socialization and mental and physical stimulation. At Savant of Burbank East, residents enjoy weekly doctor visits, while Encino Terrace Senior Living offers a full schedule of games, arts, and ...
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Cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are critical factors for many residents and families. Communities like Studio Royale by Cogir and Nikkei Senior Gardens by Cogir prioritize cleanliness in both common areas and private residences, ensuring a safe and inviting environment for all.
Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Many residents, such as those at Atria Park of Pacific Palisades and Nikkei Senior Gardens by Cogir, appreciate the variety and taste of the meals, as well as the accommodations for dietary restrictions a ...
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Sense of community and belonging. Feeling connected to others is essential for many seniors. Communities like Encino Terrace Senior Living and Studio Royale by Cogir foster a strong sense of community through social events, activities, and friendly interactions between residents, helping to improve overall mental and emotion ...
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Dedicated management and responsive communication. Strong leadership and clear communication are crucial for addressing residents' needs and concerns. Communities like Studio Royale by Cogir and Atria Park of Pacific Palisades, under the guidance of experienced directors and managers, ensure that families and residents are kept informed and ...
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Kester review score based on 311 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 311 reviews of 235 Kester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kester 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

Kester review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Kester, CA235 facilities
8.4
Los Angeles, CA265 facilities
8.4
Burbank, CA178 facilities

Review subcategories for Kester 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 311 reviews of 235 Kester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kester 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
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4.1
Friendliness
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Care services
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3.8
Staff
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4.0
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Kester assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kester, 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 Kester 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 Kester 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
49.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.7%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Kester 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 Kester 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
58.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kester 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 Kester 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
17%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Kester 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 Kester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kester 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 Kester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
29.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kester

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 Kester protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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