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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Benito, CA

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Assisted living costs in San Benito average about $4,449 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 32 communities in San Benito. Our detailed directory has 333 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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Cost of assisted living in San Benito, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Benito is $4,449 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Soledad, CA with an average of $3,254 per month.

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

San Benito, CA
$4,449/mo
$3,254/mo

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

San Benito, CA
$4,449/mo
U.S. national average
$4,636/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,449/mo
$4,693/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,209/mo
Studio
$5,092/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,338/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,284/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,749/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in San Benito over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in San Benito, 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 San Benito.

What families are saying about assisted living in San Benito

Recent reviews for assisted living in San Benito

Ivy Park at Salinas

5.0
Friendly staff, clean facility, and proactive. I would recommend to others. I picked this community because of the atmosphere and pricing.

Whispering Pines Inn, LLC in Hollister, CA

5.0
Whispering Pines Inn has devotedly served the San Benito County for over 26 years. The management & staffs are caring & very responsive to their elderly residents. Being a caregiver is not an easy task. You have to have the heary & compassion which I have seen with the employees as well ad ...
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Vista Harden Ranch in Salinas, CA

4.9
The director was very helpful with the questions I had for my Mom and her husband. Once a decision was made, She also made the tour experience pleasant for my Mom. Extra compassion and empathy was needed and it was provided. The facility is homey and inviting with its furnishings and colors.

San Benito review score based on 57 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 57 reviews of 26 San Benito assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The San Benito 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

San Benito review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
San Benito, CA26 facilities
8.9
Soledad, CA10 facilities
8.1
Greenfield, CA28 facilities

Review subcategories for San Benito 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 57 reviews of 26 San Benito assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare San Benito 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.
San Benito, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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San Benito assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Benito assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Benito, 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 San Benito 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 San Benito 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
57.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.9%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.8%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.7%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.4%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in San Benito 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 San Benito Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
San Benito, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
42.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Benito 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 San Benito partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Benito, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
26.9%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
14.9%
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Availability of select dining options in San Benito 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 San Benito communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Benito, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.6%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Benito 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 San Benito offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Benito, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.5%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.6%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
34.6%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
29.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in San Benito

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 San Benito protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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