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Assisted living costs in Merced Falls average about $3,723 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 73 communities in Merced Falls. Our detailed directory has 623 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.
Malonzo Eldercare is a family-owned and run Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) and is a very special place where we provide 24 hour non-medical care. We are proud to say that our experience in caring for the elderly extends to over a decade. We are passionate advocates for the care...
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We found this place for my mother with the help of A Place For Mom. It is absolutely everything they were represented to be. We are very, very happy with Kind Home Care. I would recommend it to anybody.
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.
~Kind Home Care is locally owned and operated by Cornelia and John Pascan. We believe that quality care can be provided without high prices. It is our commitment to provide exceptional care in a beautiful family environment at a reasonable cost. Our residents and their family members can rest...
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I'm glad we placed my mom in this community it is always clean for the most part. The staff is very friendly to my mom. The food is great. The grounds are kept up nicely. I would recommend this to my friends...
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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Walnut Grove has been the best decision I have made for my mother's care. In the later stages of Alzheimer's, my mother is in a warm atmosphere that does not isolate her from others. She is allowed to...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Located in Modesto, California, Walnut Grove Assisted Living Center has been committed to serving seniors and their families since 1990. We are renowned for offering our senior residents the finest of living arrangements, with all of the comforts of home. The beautifully landscaped grounds and...
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A Place Called Home has been my only experience with places like this, so I don't have much of a point of reference, but overall I have been very impressed. They really care, which is important, and they...
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 Place Called Home A Place Called Home is a senior home located in the bustling city of Modesto, CA and the County of Stanislaus. While Modesto is a major city, it is also part of the San Joaquin Valley and has its perks with the agriculture. The general neighborhood of the home is warm and...
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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.
Vintage Faire ResidentialLocated right in the heart of Modesto, CA, Vintage Faire Residential boasts a quaint, country atmosphere with all the right modern amenities. In fact, you may feel like you’ve stepped back in time when you look at the decor of this beautiful home. With gorgeous outdoor...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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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Really good home. Care is excellent.
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.
Tamara Guest HomeTamara Guest Home is a senior residential care home located in the relaxing city of Salida, CA and in Stanislaus county. Salida is a part of the Modesto Metropolitan Statistical Area and is just a short drive to Modesto. The beautiful Spring Creek runs throughout the entire city....
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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.
Best Care HomeBest Care Home is a senior care home located in Salida, CA, found in Stanislaus County. In Salida, everyday will feel like summer, with the warm climate, blossoming flower gardens, and lush green grass. It is a small town outside of the Modesto area, allowing you to get all of the...
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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.
Marigold Home is a residential care home located in the scenic city of Patterson, in Stanislaus County, California. Our charming city features the best of California's natural landscape and we have beautiful warm weather and sunny blue skies all year round; perfect for seniors who enjoy outdoor...
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This community has large rooms and it is clean. The staff is nice. This community seems to fit with mom's personality. The community has a homey feeling to it. This community is a little more expensive than...
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.
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The staff seem to truly care about the residents. The owners invited me to eat lunch and the food was top notch. The view from moms room was amazing, I got her a nice easy chair recliner and she loves to...
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.
Located in San Andreas, we are a small Assisted Living facility in the foothills of northern California.  Country Haven is operated by 2 Registered Nurses who have over 20 years of combined experience caring for people.

Cost of assisted living in Merced Falls, CA

The average cost of senior living in Merced Falls is $3,723 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chowchilla, CA with an average of $3,468 per month.

Assisted living costs in Merced Falls, CA, vs. nearby cities

Merced Falls, CA
$3,723/mo

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

Merced Falls, CA
$3,723/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Merced Falls, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,723/mo
$3,852/mo

Assisted living costs in Merced Falls, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,766/mo
Private
$5,850/mo
Studio
$4,891/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,983/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,582/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,998/mo

Senior living costs in Merced Falls 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: Merced Falls, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerced Falls, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,723/mo$4,503/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,852/mo$5,456/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$2,931/mo$4,696/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Merced Falls, CA:$3,723/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Merced Falls, CA:$3,852/mo
California:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Merced Falls, CA:$2,931/mo
California:$4,696/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Merced Falls, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Merced Falls 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Merced Falls, CA$4,784/mo$4,738/mo+1.0%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Merced Falls, CA
2024 average cost:$4,784/mo
2023 average cost:$4,738/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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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 Merced Falls, 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 Merced Falls.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merced Falls

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merced Falls

Sunnyside Senior Living Inc in Turlock, CA

4.6
I am thoroughly pleased with Saint Francis assisted care… They look out for their clients and treats them like family..Everybody is extremely friendly and kind… At Christmas time they had Carolers come and sing.. I feel my loved one is helped in a genuinely caring atmosphere in the home.. I ...
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Golden Age Home Care in Modesto, CA

5.0
I have nothing but good things to say about Golden Age Home Care. My loved one is happy and enjoying the care they receive. The home is smaller with only six residents and you get to know the other family members. It feels like home!

Crossroads Manor in Riverbank, CA

5.0
Crossroads Manor is amazing. Our loved one was scared to move; however, the team at Crossroads went above and beyond to make our loved one feel comfortable with moving. This allowed our loved one to adjust quickly. The staff are the nicest people to all the residents. They decorate for all ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kind and friendly nature of the staff at different communities, such as at Skyline Place, where they engage with residents and have developed a strong bond with them. At Dale Commons, residents and families express appreciation for the accommodating and helpful st ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, residents and their families highlight the importance of quality food in their overall satisfaction with a community. At Park Merced, the chef takes residents' opinions into account to create delicious and varied menus, while at Cogir of Cedar Creek, the food is described ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as at Aspen Ville Co, where the facility is described as very clean, and at Hospitality House, where it is noted that the place is clean and orderly. Residents of Skyline Place also appreciate the well-kept garden ...
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Accommodating and flexible care. Many reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. At Stratford at Beyer Park, staff members go out of their way to make new residents feel welcome, and at Casa De Modesto, the facility is described as a home where everyone, including the residents, is treate ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Activities are another key feature mentioned in numerous reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities like Park Merced, where residents enjoy activities from bingo to Bible study and movies. At Astoria Senior Living Oakdale, residents participate in a gospel hym ...
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Clear and effective communication. Residents and families appreciate clear and frequent communication with communities, such as at Cogir of Turlock, where staff members are described as helpful and responsive, and at Lifespring Senior Campus, where the administrator took the time to introduce herself and her team to families. ...
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Merced Falls review score based on 133 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 133 reviews of 64 Merced Falls assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merced Falls 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

Merced Falls review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Merced Falls, CA64 facilities
8.4
Lake Don Pedro, CA9 facilities

Review subcategories for Merced Falls 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 133 reviews of 64 Merced Falls assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Merced Falls 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.
Merced Falls, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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Merced Falls assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merced Falls assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merced Falls, 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 Merced Falls 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 Merced Falls 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
53.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
79.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.8%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Merced Falls 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 Merced Falls Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merced Falls, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merced Falls 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 Merced Falls partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merced Falls, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.9%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Merced Falls 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 Merced Falls communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merced Falls 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 Merced Falls offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merced Falls, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
20.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.4%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Merced Falls

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