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10 Best Nursing Homes in Gato, CA
Gato is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 35 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Gato, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Gato is about $5,078, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 357 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bicknell, Vandenberg Village and Cachuma Village.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
Wyndham Residence is located in the quaint town of Arroyo Grande, close to shops, banks and other amenities. Its beautiful country manor architecture features a spacious courtyard and meandering pathways that guide you through colorful gardens, a fruit orchard, and the largest bird aviary on the...
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 nursing homes in Gato, CA
The average cost of senior living in Gato is $5,078 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $4,363 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Gato, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Gato vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Gato, CA by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Gato over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Gato
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Gato
Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara
5.0
So grateful to all! You helped my family when we were going through difficult times. My loved one is stable and happy in the community. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The Oaks at Nipomo
4.9
I was looking for a place for Dad when he started to need more care with ADLs and becoming more confused. And also looking for a higher standard of professionalism. Dad feels cared for and loved at the memory care unit at the Oaks. In his last residence Dad did not participate in the ...
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Alexander Gardens in Santa Barbara, CA
4.7
Alexander Gardens is by far the most peaceful, beautiful, and friendly place I've seen. My mom loved being there, and the staff went above and beyond to make Mom feel at home. The grounds are the most beautiful and tranquil and amazing that I've seen in any other resident facility that I ...
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Gato nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gato nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gato, 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 Gato nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Gato that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gato, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.2%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.2%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.6%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.2%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gato nursing homes
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 Gato Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gato, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.8%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gato nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gato partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gato, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gato nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gato communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gato, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
48.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gato nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Gato offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.3%
0.4%
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Cliff View Terrace, Villa Santa Barbara and Westmont of Santa Barbara are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Gato, California. See full list of communities.
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