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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Panama, CA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Panama, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Panama or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Panama.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Panama for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 34 assisted living facilities in the Panama area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Kern City, Quailwood and Arts District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bakersfield, Oildale and Gosford.
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Panama, CA
The average cost of senior living in Panama is $3,238 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tehachapi, CA with an average of $2,948 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Panama, CA vs. nearby cities
Panama, CA
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Panama, CA vs. the state and national average
Panama, CA
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Panama vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Panama, CA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Panama over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Panama, CA
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VA benefits in California
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What families are saying about assisted living in Panama
Recent reviews for assisted living in Panama
Pacifica Senior Living Bakersfield
5.0
Very welcoming and friendly informative food is good, it's a bit overwhelming for mom, were hoping this works. We have never done anything like this, so are not sure what to expect.
The Pointe at Summit Hills in Bakersfield, CA
4.9
The Pointe at Summit Hills is the perfect fit for my Mom. I was very impressed with every staff member I met during my 2 visits prior to deciding to place my Mom here. From the front desk staff, to the servers, and even the groundskeeper and maintenance guy… they ALL knew the residents names and ...
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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.
Panama review score based on 66 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 66 reviews of 27 Panama assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Panama 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
Panama review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Panama 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 66 reviews of 27 Panama assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Panama 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.Panama, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Panama assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Panama assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Panama, 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 Panama 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 Panama that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Panama, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
74.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.5%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
74.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Panama 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 Panama Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Panama, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.1%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Panama 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 Panama partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Panama, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.9%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Panama 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 Panama communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Panama, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.5%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.5%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
25.9%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Panama 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 Panama offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Panama, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
18.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3.7%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.9%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.5%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.6%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
18.5%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
14.8%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Panama
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 Panama protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Magnolia Place, The Trinity and The Palms of San Lauren are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Panama, California. See full list of communities.
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