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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Maria, CO
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7.9
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45 reviews
The staff were wonderful towards the end of my mom's life. They gave us lots of hugs & seemed to truly care about my mom & us. There just weren't enough of them (under-staffed in general). And the hospice...
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.
Parker Senior Living by MorningStar Called to ServeParker Senior Living by MorningStar in Parker, Colorado, celebrates and elevates life for those who taught the rest of us how to live: our seniors, men and women through whom America was preserved and strengthened. Parker Senior Living by offers...
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7.8
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23 reviews
The only thing that doesn't get a 5 is the food (it is often bland). Otherwise, Ralston Creek is great. The staff are very caring, and more importantly the facility is well staffed. My in laws are happy...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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7.6
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17 reviews
They knew all the family names. They worked with Hospice team and medical teams very closely. Very coordinated service. They often consulted with family face to face. Only issue was a lag time to make any...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Assisted Living Wheat Ridge – Join Our CommunityDedicated to making your retirement years carefree, MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Wheat Ridge provides seniors with the finest assisted living Wheat Ridge has to offer. Offering a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community, our...
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7.5
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21 reviews
They have changed their house manager recently -we don't know much about her yet, but the first one was great as well. My loved one has only been here a few months. I live far but other family member visits...
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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7.5
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11 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Serenity House I and I LOVED this facility. Best place ever and the caretakers are amazing. [Names removed] were the most compassionate caretakers. I would recommend...
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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7.5
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15 reviews
5 stars for everything. The staff treated my family like their family. I always felt welcome and informed. This was an awesome place for my mom and dad to get to be together the last 6 months of their...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
MorningStar at JordanCalled to ServeMorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan in Centennial, Colorado, celebrates and elevates life for those who taught the rest of us how to live: our seniors, men and women through whom America was preserved and strengthened. MorningStar at Jordan...
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7.5
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1 review
The staff are good at communicating with us. They are very easy to work with to resolve any changes in care, medications, foods etc. As far as the meals go, I do think that they need to serve less frozen...
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.
ILA Senior Living is not only a name it is a philosophy and we are committed to providing excellent care for the elderly when living at home independently is no longer an option. We welcome the opportunity to serve you. Why choose usWe believe in techniques such as Validation Therapy, healing...
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7.5
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95 reviews
Staff is caring and friendly. Overall clean and welcoming environment. Many activities and amenities offered. Limited transportation , just weekly shopping and Dr appts. Expensive but probably commensurate...
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.
Lincoln Meadows is the premier Senior Living community, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Parker, Colorado. This elegant southeast Denver residential community puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach. We know how difficult change can be, especially for seniors. Together...
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7.3
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10 reviews
Overall, a good facility for the price. A bit understaffed in my opinion, with only 1 caretaker per 8 residents most of the time. Really disappointed that they don't have cable in each resident room. This...
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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7.2
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11 reviews
I would rate each category with a 5. My mom is so well cared for and loved by the staff at Modena. She is happy, always dressed well and clean. I can't praise Modena enough for all they do for my mom! My...
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.
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7.2
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25 reviews
Very kind and caring staff, but not trained as properly as we'd prefer. Normally very understaffed. Some very good people but overworked.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Juniper Village at Louisville is a wonderful caring community designed specifically for elders with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia. We are a secure, memory care building that provides a safe environment for wandering at will. The residence includes four separate houses that open onto a...
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7.2
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5 reviews
When it comes to the activities - we are awaiting new Memory Support Director, hoping to see more activities and more varied activities. For the value for cost, expensive, care varies depending on staffing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Balfour at Stapleton community incorporates all we have learned from our nearly 20 years of developing and operating senior housing in Colorado. Offering assisted living and memory care accommodations, found in all Balfour’s retirement communities in Denver, CO, paired with our signature...
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2.0
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6 reviews
The community does really feel like a community, and I feel like I know the staff and they take good care of my loved one. communication is good between the staff and our family they keep us well informed. ...
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.
Nestled in a serene mountain setting, Elk Run Assisted Living Community provides quality care to seniors. An easy commute from Denver or points west on the I-70 corridor, Elk Run is just minutes from the freeway. The facility adjoins mountain open space, offering views of meadows and wildlife....
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5.5
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7 reviews
Friendly and professional staff, good food, 24/7 care stand out. Amenities are outstanding. Rooms remind me of extended stay hotels, like Renaissance Inn and Hyatt House.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Overall, I've been very satisfied with the care and the facilities. The staff is wonderful. There's one caregiver in particular who is always cheerful when she comes in, she gives compliments, and she...
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.
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It has been an extremely fabulous experience. I feel like a lot of weight is lifted from my shoulders because I know my mom is in good care. It's just a really good place. I had a bad experience with her...
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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3.0
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9 reviews
My dad is really happy at Lakewood Memory Care. The entire staff makes him feel special and well cared for. He loves all the activities, and always participates . I have never heard a staff member speak...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Crossroads at Lakewood is one of the most well thought-out memory care communities in greater Denver. Our craftsmen-style building is laid out specifically for those experiencing dementia and Alzheimers. It is warm and welcoming. It feels like home. It is also built in a figure eight style layout...
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5.5
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61 reviews
This place has been under renovation. They are still working on the kitchen but all new furniture. My first two weeks were not great. Non existent orientation. Things have improved. I take Gene on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Applewood Place, A Juniper Senior Living Community, provides assisted living and award winning Wellspring Memory Care. Located in a charming neighborhood just south of Golden and ten minutes from downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountain foothills, Applewood Place is a community where older adults...
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1.0
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3 reviews
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.
Just for Seniors Living Center II is a beautiful assisted living community located in Lakewood, Colorado. The community houses hundreds of seniors who have found home in this gorgeous setting. The assisted living community is located in the heart of town right off Kipling Street and West Colfax...
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6.5
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15 reviews
They do a very good job and treat the people in the assisted living facility very nicely. It's a big community, and it's been a good experience. The facility, the staff, the food is all good, For the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
As Wheat Ridge, Colorado's longest-established senior living community, Mountain Vista offers a full CCRC providing all ranges of senior residency including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care and rehabilitation all conveniently located on the same campus. Renovations...
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10 reviews
The staff is WONDERFUL!!!!! The Granville's staff has longevity, this is not something you see in this industry. The residents are treated with respect and as adults, unlike other facilities I have seen....
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.
The Granville Assisted Living Center is conveniently located near 14th and Wadsworth, just 3 miles north of BelMar and 3 miles south of Historic Highlands Square. Also new this year is the opening of the West Line Light Rail station which is just outside our door. The Granville was created in...
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Any issues that have popped up have been communicated good. I have to say that the double diaper change is working out pretty well. They've had a couple contracting companies come in to assist with that....
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.
At Springwood Retirement Community, you will feel welcome and comfortable as soon as you enter our 15 acre Campus. With mature and lush landscaping surrounding our main three-story building, you'll enjoy the park like setting, complete with an outside patio overlooking a pond and a large atrium...
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We chose Solange at South Forrest because of the convenient location. We did not have any issues with communication from staff. Everyone here was wonderful and I would absolutely recommend them.
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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I absolutely love it. The caregivers are very caring. They treat Mom like a family member. I never worry about her care. I know they will contact me if there are any issues. I have not tried the food,...
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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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.
About Us The Verandas offers 'board and care' or 'family style' assisted living. Unlike 'apartment style' assisted living, board and care can offer round the clock personal care. Folks who stay at The Verandas are typically able to make their own transfers, assist in their own dressing, enjoy...
Cost of assisted living in Santa Maria, CO
The average cost of senior living in Santa Maria is $5,090 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairplay, CO with an average of $3,788 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Maria, CO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Maria, CO vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Santa Maria, CO by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Santa Maria over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Santa Maria
Recent reviews for assisted living in Santa Maria
Golden Lodge Assisted Living
3.4
We picked this community, because of the price, straight forward agreement- no extra fees, newness, and it was close to home/convenience. I would tell friends/family that I like that it's new and updated so my loved one doesn't feel like she got stuck in an "old folks home". The agreement/fees ...
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Poppy's Place in Centennial, CO
4.8
The people are varied in ages and levels of needs and care, so I think it makes it a little tough for activities. I think they do as best as they can trying to keep everyon active. I think the staff is terrific. The food seems to be homestyle cooking and nutritious. I think you get a little more ...
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Blue Spruce Assisted Living Facility in Castle Rock, CO
5.0
Blue Spruce is a warm, caring and safe place for my 87 year old mother. Adele and her staff are very compassionate toward their patients and provide individual attention to each patients needs. The food choices are varied; and my mother has enjoyed them all! Twenty four hour care has been very ...
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Santa Maria review score based on 699 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 699 reviews of 235 Santa Maria assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Santa Maria 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
Santa Maria review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Santa Maria 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 699 reviews of 235 Santa Maria assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Maria 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.Santa Maria, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Santa Maria assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Maria assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria 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
68.1%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.9%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.5%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.5%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.4%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.5%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria 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
70.2%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.4%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.6%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria 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
25.1%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.3%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
40.9%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.6%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.9%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.4%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
44.3%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.3%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.9%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.8%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.4%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.5%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.2%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.6%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
40%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.8%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.3%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Santa Maria
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 Colorado assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Santa Maria protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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