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10 Best Nursing Homes in Kernell, CA

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Kernell 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 42 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Kernell, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Kernell is about $4,230, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 483 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 Teviston, Terra Bella and Elmco.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Kernell, CA

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When my mom first broke her hip and started showing signs of Alzheimer’s, we decided it was time to find a place for her to go. We chose Magnolia Park because we really like the owner, [Removed], and her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Kernell, CA

The average cost of senior living in Kernell is $4,230 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Visalia, CA with an average of $3,787 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kernell, CA vs. nearby cities

Kernell, CA
$4,230/mo
$4,131/mo
$6,372/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kernell, CA vs. the state and national average

Kernell, CA
$4,230/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kernell vs. other types of senior living

$4,035/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,230/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Kernell, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,779/mo
Studio
$5,417/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,189/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,548/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,895/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Kernell over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Kernell

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Kernell

Marbella Visalia

4.6
I appreciated that no matter how much my dad declined, they let him live there for the rest of his life. He didn't have to die in a skilled nursing facility or a hospital. The care staff were kind and friendly and patient. They also communicated with me often about my dad's wellbeing and ...
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Valley Christian Home in Hanford, CA

4.0
Valley Christian Home is not the newest facility. But they keep it up. It is clean, well maintained, and tidy. The food is complete and nutritious, and there are always alternatives. The people that work there are also very friendly and helpful. Overall, I would recommend the community to ...
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Quail Park Memory Care Residences in Visalia, CA

5.0
The staff is kind and caring, makes sure residents are clean, including them with other residents in activities. The facility is kept clean. I felt they took very good care of my brother.

Kernell nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kernell nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kernell, 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 Kernell 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 Kernell 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
45.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.6%
22.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Kernell 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 Kernell Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kernell, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.4%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kernell 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 Kernell 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
22.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kernell 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 Kernell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kernell, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kernell 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 Kernell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kernell, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Village at Mill Creek, Magnolia Place and Park Visalia Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Kernell, California. See full list of communities.

There are 42 nursing homes facilities near Kernell, California. See the full list.

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