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I'm glad we placed my mom in this community it is always clean for the most part. The staff is very friendly to my mom. The food is great. The grounds are kept up nicely. I would recommend this to my friends...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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A Place Called Home has been my only experience with places like this, so I don't have much of a point of reference, but overall I have been very impressed. They really care, which is important, and they...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
A Place Called Home A Place Called Home is a senior home located in the bustling city of Modesto, CA and the County of Stanislaus. While Modesto is a major city, it is also part of the San Joaquin Valley and has its perks with the agriculture. The general neighborhood of the home is warm and...
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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.
Vintage Faire ResidentialLocated right in the heart of Modesto, CA, Vintage Faire Residential boasts a quaint, country atmosphere with all the right modern amenities. In fact, you may feel like you’ve stepped back in time when you look at the decor of this beautiful home. With gorgeous outdoor...
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Walnut Grove has been the best decision I have made for my mother's care. In the later stages of Alzheimer's, my mother is in a warm atmosphere that does not isolate her from others. She is allowed to...
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.
Located in Modesto, California, Walnut Grove Assisted Living Center has been committed to serving seniors and their families since 1990. We are renowned for offering our senior residents the finest of living arrangements, with all of the comforts of home. The beautifully landscaped grounds and...
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We found this place for my mother with the help of A Place For Mom. It is absolutely everything they were represented to be. We are very, very happy with Kind Home Care. I would recommend it to anybody.
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.
~Kind Home Care is locally owned and operated by Cornelia and John Pascan. We believe that quality care can be provided without high prices. It is our commitment to provide exceptional care in a beautiful family environment at a reasonable cost. Our residents and their family members can rest...
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Cost of assisted living in Buchanan, CA

The average cost of senior living in Buchanan is $3,773 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Livingston, CA with an average of $3,437 per month.

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

Buchanan, CA
$3,723/mo
$3,672/mo

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

Buchanan, CA
$3,723/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,723/mo
$3,864/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,376/mo
Private
$4,833/mo
Studio
$4,468/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,628/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,222/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,000/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Buchanan over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buchanan, 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 Buchanan.

What families are saying about assisted living in Buchanan

Recent reviews for assisted living in Buchanan

Sunnyside Senior Living Inc in Turlock, CA

4.6
I am thoroughly pleased with Saint Francis assisted care… They look out for their clients and treats them like family..Everybody is extremely friendly and kind… At Christmas time they had Carolers come and sing.. I feel my loved one is helped in a genuinely caring atmosphere in the home.. I ...
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El Rio Memory Care in Modesto, CA

4.4
My Father only spent 4 days at El Rio. He passed away 4 days after entering the facility. My experience with [name removed] the Sales Director was great. The staff was amazing! The facility was clean and spacious. The care even though short for my father was good. The rates were comparable to ...
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Cogir of Turlock

5.0
The Staff is very helpful and considerate and I have nothing but high praise for everyone working there. The facility is so clean and that was the main reason we chose them initially. I would highly recommend Cogir of Turlock!

Buchanan review score based on 113 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 113 reviews of 55 Buchanan assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buchanan 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

Buchanan review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Buchanan, CA55 facilities
8.6
8.4
Sonora, CA96 facilities

Review subcategories for Buchanan 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 113 reviews of 55 Buchanan assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buchanan 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
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4.3
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Buchanan assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buchanan assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buchanan, 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 Buchanan 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 Buchanan 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
50.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.8%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.6%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.7%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.9%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Buchanan 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 Buchanan 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
61.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.7%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buchanan 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 Buchanan 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
10.9%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Buchanan 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 Buchanan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.8%
42%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buchanan 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 Buchanan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.8%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buchanan

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 Buchanan protect seniors.

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The Gardens of Modesto, Valley Comfort Assisted Living and Stratford at Beyer Park are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Buchanan, California. See full list of communities.

There are 55 assisted living facilities near Buchanan, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Buchanan, California is Stratford at Beyer Park. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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