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Assisted living costs in Lento average about $4,357 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 47 communities in Lento. Our detailed directory has 345 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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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.
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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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
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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.
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: 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.
Photo of Hillview Residence
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
When seeking senior care there is a strong desire to find a facility that supports independent living. When the elderly living home is also in a quiet atmosphere with plenty of room to relax and staffed with professional, friendly staff that is a bonus. It is also what the family and elderly...
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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.
Candlewood House 3 is a senior care home located in Santa Maria, California, in Santa Barbara County. Our residential home care is located in a serene environment with beautiful natural scenery. For the best destination for family members and full relaxation, consider Candlewood House 3 for their...
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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.
Candlewood House 2 is located in Santa Barbara county, Santa Maria CA. This senior care home assists seniors in a loving group home setting. The splendid city is renowned for its winemaking and culinary expertise specializing in Santa Maria-style barbeque. This culinary delight stems from its...
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Everything is really nice. I'm really happy with this choice. The staff is right there, all the time, and available if you need anything. The communication between them and myself is good. Overall, this was...
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.
Candlewood House 1 is a senior care home located in Santa Maria, California, Riverside County. Our group home setting has gone a long way in providing the best geographical location for seniors to live in. The area provides a cool atmosphere surrounded by amazing geographical features like...
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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.
A Splendid Living RCFE is a residential care home in the lovely city of Santa Maria, California in the county of Santa Barbara. Our beautiful community is situated in close proximity to Santa Maria Country Club and Miname Community park. Santa Maria offers a breathtaking panoramic view of scenic...
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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
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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.
Freda's RCFE Inc #3 is located in the beautiful city of Santa Marie and is only a couple of hours from the famed California beaches. It is home to 101,459 people as of the 2012 census and includes hundreds of activities to keep the residents here entertained. Being located right next to the...
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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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They are doing an extremely good job. You cannot ask for anything better, or cleaner, or more care taking than they are doing. I think I have made a good decision there. I have seen a number of other...
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.
Sacred Heart Residential Care Facility II, a provider of guaranteed senior care services and assisted living, is located in 915 Camino Coballo in Nipomo, California. We pride ourselves for the level of service we give which may vary depending on the degree of comprehensive care and assistance...
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I can't say enough wonderful things about the staff at Autumn Years. I have personally looked at several facilities and hands down Autumn Years is the best! The staff is so warm and caring. They treat their...
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.
Casablanca is a 24 hour residential community located in Ventura County. We are competitively priced. Our program is designed to meet the needs of individuals with memory loss or cognitive impairment. The atmosphere at Casablanca is secure, loving and stress free. Our staff is trained to meet the...

Cost of assisted living in Lento, CA

The average cost of senior living in Lento is $4,357 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vandenberg AFB, CA with an average of $3,410 per month.

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

Lento, CA
$4,357/mo
$4,818/mo
$4,232/mo

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

Lento, CA
$4,357/mo
U.S. national average
$4,727/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,357/mo
$5,304/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,551/mo
Studio
$5,350/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,880/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,298/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,200/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Lento over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lento, 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 Lento.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lento

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lento

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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Wellness Care Senior Living at Ojai in Oak View, CA

5.0
My mom has been at Autumn Years for over a year now. They have been unfailingly warm and helpful, to us as well as to her. We took care of Mom for two years and understood that it wouldn't be an easy matter to work with her emotional swings, yet the staff at Autumn Years has been beyond ...
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Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

5.0
We chose Merrill Gardens because they had available space at the time we needed it and also I could see it was very clean, it smelled good, and all of the staff who helped us were extremely friendly and helpful. We really appreciated how upfront and honest they were with us. They have different ...
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Lento review score based on 62 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 62 reviews of 42 Lento assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lento 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

Lento review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Lento, CA42 facilities
8.5
Solvang, CA7 facilities
8.4
Buellton, CA15 facilities

Review subcategories for Lento 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 62 reviews of 42 Lento assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lento 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
4.7
4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
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Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Lento assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lento assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lento, 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 Lento 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 Lento 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
47.6%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.8%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.4%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Lento 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 Lento 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
52.4%
50.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.2%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.6%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lento 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 Lento 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
7.1%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
39.7%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.6%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Lento 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 Lento communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.8%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lento 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 Lento offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
19%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lento

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 Lento protect seniors.

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