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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Old River, CA
If your loved one needs memory care in Old River, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Old River, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Old River incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Old River memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Old River, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Arts District, Downtown Bakersfield and Education District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bakersfield, Shafter and Casa Loma.
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66 reviews
I found myself suddenly having to find a safe place to place my mother with not a lot of time to make a decision. I had about two weeks. My mother had fallen and could no longer live on her own. I checked a...
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.
Magnolia Place Senior Living is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Bakersfield, California. Field Senior Living is a family owned and operated business in which Dustin and Melissa Fields manage all operations. Our beautiful community has an ideal location in a quiet,...
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23 reviews
I do recommend this alternative living residence. Ivy Park has all levels of living assistance. It is a well kept facility and the staff have been great. The facility was very well kept and the staff was...
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 Village at Seven Oaks is an assisted living community located in sunny Bakersfield, Kern County, California. Golfers will love being able to play their favorite game on a year-round basis, and art enthusiasts will enjoy not only classic First Friday activities but Third Thursday events as...
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21 reviews
I have been very pleased with the Palms. It took my mom about 9 months to make the transition then 1 day she just did the flip and is very happy there. The entry is beautiful. I just like the overall...
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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I have only dealt with one other place and Brookdale seems much better though larger in everything, residents, staff, are etc. Always seems clean. Very friendly caring staff and professional Quality of care...
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.
Here you have fewer chores and more adventures. Our CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in Bakersfield, California, has independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. And if you or your spouse need more care later, you’ll have the lifestyle...
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I would highly recommend Pacifica. The staff is great. They all care for my mom very much and take exceptional care of her. She's very happy there.
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.
Pacifica Senior Living of Bakersfield California is a wonderful place to live. This unique senior living community will provide your loved one with comfort and all the care needed to live a productive life. Located on beautiful Brookside Drive this community is one of Bakersfield's most upscale...
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It has a very large campus, with about 300 residents. The food here was pretty good. They had a trained chef here. They did have some theft here but they called the police and dealt with it right away.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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So far so good. I would give them a three and a half or a four. They could be a little cleaner. They are very kind, and gracious. Beth and Alice are very nice. The staff here saves the day!
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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My mom has been at Hallmark over a year. (She has mid-stage dementia.) We have been very happy with everything (for the most part). All staff have always been very friendly & accommodating to both me and my...
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.
Since 1986, the owners of Hallmark have built their reputation for providing outstanding care in a safe and inviting environment. Our network of assisted living facilities is designed to provide a comfortable alternative to traditional nursing home care. For years, nursing homes have been the...
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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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Cost of memory care in Old River, CA
The average cost of senior living in Old River is $3,928 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sugarloaf Saw Mill, CA with an average of $3,420 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Old River
Recent reviews for memory care in Old River
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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Ivy Park at Seven Oaks in Bakersfield, CA
4.3
The atmosphere is very pleasant and cheerful. Many other places are depressing and The Villages at Seven Oaks is cheery and clean and smells good. It is a good value for the money. We have peace of mind that he is getting good care. We are bringing in hospice to give a little extra help. We are ...
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Brookdale Riverwalk in Bakersfield, CA
4.8
I think Brookdale is the best place in Bakersfield. I visited every community here and I chose Brookdale because I had more room, they provided the meals in restaurant style with options and after I evaluated them all and Brookdale was better by far. Before COVID, activities here were ...
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Old River review score based on 68 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 68 reviews of 9 Old River memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Old River review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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
Old River review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Old River memory care
When memory care 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 68 reviews of 9 Old River memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Old River resident and family memory care 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.Old River, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Old River memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Old River memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Old River, 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 Old River memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Old River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Old River, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Old River memory care
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 Old River Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Old River, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.8%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Old River memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Old River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Old River, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Old River memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Old River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Old River, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Old River memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Old River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Old River, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Magnolia Place, The Palms of San Lauren and Brookdale Riverwalk are the top-rated memory care facilities near Old River, California. See full list of communities.
There are 11 memory care facilities near Old River, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Old River, California is Brookdale Riverwalk. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 11 memory care facilities near you in Old River, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Old River, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Old River, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Old River, California ranges from $961 to $10000. The average Memory Care cost in Old River, California is $3,928. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Old River, California typically starts at $961. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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