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My loved one is currently a resident at The Palms of San Lauren. It is very light inside and there is a happy mood. The staff is very patient with the people that they take care of. The communication with...
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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Everyone at Brookdale are friendly & Nice. very organized. The entertainment is very good. They have Physical Therapy here and I don't have to leave. It is very convinent.
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.
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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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
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 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,...
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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
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.
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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.
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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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
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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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Cost of assisted living in Mc Farland, CA

The average cost of senior living in Mc Farland is $4,150 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sugarloaf Saw Mill, CA with an average of $3,132 per month.

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

Mc Farland, CA
$3,604/mo
$3,448/mo
$3,954/mo

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

Mc Farland, CA
$3,604/mo
U.S. national average
$4,583/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,604/mo
$3,889/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,133/mo
Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$6,129/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,462/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,280/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Mc Farland over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mc Farland, 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 Mc Farland.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mc Farland

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mc Farland

The Palms of San Lauren in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
We picked it because of the location and the person we spoke with was very helpful and kind to my uncle.It has been good they kept me informed about issues that came up.

A Comfort Care Home in Bakersfield, CA

3.6
We chose A Comfort Care Home for our loved one because it is a smaller house with less people there. She was also able to get her own private room as well which was big. I really like the area that it is in, she feels at home and she loves it here. It is a very homey and cozy environment. We ...
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Brookdale Riverwalk in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
Very Positive Community, it's a learning process, but we are loving it so far. Best place we found. Brookdale has been very responsive, everyone is very friendly. The Dining room is beautiful.

Mc Farland review score based on 44 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 44 reviews of 10 Mc Farland assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Farland 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

Mc Farland review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Mc Farland, CA10 facilities
8.6
Delano, CA68 facilities
8.6
Wasco, CA21 facilities

Review subcategories for Mc Farland 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 44 reviews of 10 Mc Farland assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Farland 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
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
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Mc Farland assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Farland assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Farland, 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 Mc Farland 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 Mc Farland 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
30%
51.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
56.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Farland 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 Mc Farland 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
30%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Farland 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 Mc Farland 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
10%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Farland 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 Mc Farland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
30%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Farland 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 Mc Farland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
10%
45.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
20%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mc Farland

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 Mc Farland protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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