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8 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Los Alamos, CA

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I really like the staff. The problem is that I don't think my loved one is getting showers and being changed. I have to change their clothes and sometimes it looks like they have been in the same clothes for...
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.
Fountain Square of Lompoc is located in Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California provides a caring atmosphere for those seniors who are looking for a community to call home. This community offers comfort and safety to its residents. Lompoc provides residents and guests with parks and recreation...
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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.
Atterdag Village of Solvang is located in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley with its wide open spaces, clean coastal air, and spectacular, mountain views. We are nestled in the heart of this natural treasure, yet only steps from downtown Solvang, a town rich with cultural attractions, fabulous...
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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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They were a little understaffed. The nurses were outsanding and were so helpful and so nice they were absolutely fantastic, Andrea, and Mundo, they tried so hard they were just wonderful! Some of the best...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Solvang Friendship House Solvang Friendship House is an assisted living community located in Solvang, Santa Barbara County, California that provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community that they can call home. Those dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia will find that this community...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Los Alamos, CA

The average cost of senior living in Los Alamos is $3,470 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $3,354 per month.

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

Los Alamos, CA
$3,470/mo
$4,232/mo
$3,469/mo

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

Los Alamos, CA
$3,470/mo
U.S. national average
$4,583/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,470/mo
$4,741/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,115/mo
Studio
$5,463/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,800/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Los Alamos over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Los Alamos, 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 Los Alamos.

What families are saying about assisted living in Los Alamos

Recent reviews for assisted living in Los Alamos

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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Amalia's Residence II in Santa Maria, CA

4.4
Although [name removed] was combative he received personalized care. He enjoyed the home cooked meals. We liked there were only two men and six residents in this facility. There was a friendly dog patients could interact with. [name removed] was unable to participate due to his dementia. I loved ...
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Santa Maria Terrace

4.0
They have met and exceeded, our expectations for my loved one. It's very clean, and they are friendly. We are pretty pleased. We picked this community because it was clean, and the closet to our budget. It's been a very good experience. In addition, the rooms are larger than most.

Los Alamos assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Los Alamos assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Los Alamos, 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 Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos 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
62.5%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
62.5%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos 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
25%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos 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
12.5%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
25%
35%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
28.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Los Alamos

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 Los Alamos protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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Amalia's Residence II, The Oaks at Nipomo and Fountain Square of Lompoc are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Los Alamos, California. See full list of communities.

There are 8 assisted living facilities near Los Alamos, California. See the full list.

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