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Photo of Westmont of Santa Barbara
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[name removed] the new director has turned Westmont around for the better. He has brought a new and refreshing energy to Westmont. He is proactive and understands and truly cares for the needs of his...
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.
Mariposa at Ellwood Shores Assisted Living in Santa Barbara County is a warm, inviting senior living community designed for your comfort and care.Here, you’ll find Independent and Assisted Living as well as Memory Care options, with amenities and activities designed to promote optimum well-being...
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My loved one has passed away last year. But she was in a great location and facility at the end. Based on the experience we had with Cliff View Terrace we would 100% recommend this community to other...
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.
Cliff View Terrace residents become part of our family. Our goal is for our residents to feel that Cliff View Terrace is home. The luxurious yet comfortable accommodations and caring staff with decades of experience distinguish Cliff View Terrace as the premier facility in Southern California. ...
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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.
Live life in style at Villa Santa Barbara, where residents can soak up the Southern California sun and enjoy desired amenities and services fit for the American Riviera. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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I recommend The Oaks at Nipomo Assisted Living to anyone looking for an assisted living facility in Nipomo, California, for their loved one. The staff and residents are very friendly, at The Oaks, and...
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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SMT is a very fine asst living home for residents. The staff could not be better. They attend to allow needs with their best attraction. They also make a point of finding new activities for and pleasure. I...
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.
Residents who call Santa Maria Terrace Senior Living home enjoy an active independent atmosphere, while receiving support services as needed. Our four-story building offers studio and one-bedroom apartments. Our private courtyard features an award-winning rose garden and gazebo which provides the...
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Our & [name removed]'s experiences with Oak Cottage, we feel, were very good. We found workers there sincere about their assignments and willing to be helpful.
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.
Welcome home to The Oak Cottage of Santa Barbara, providing individualized residential care for seniors living with age-related cognitive impairment, specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Emphasis is placed on respect for our residents, and acceptance of who they are today, as they...
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What we like about Merrill Gardens is the overall cleanliness and staff and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had.
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.
Conveniently located between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is a campus-style retirement community that provides a wide spectrum of care. Enjoy being near golf courses, wineries, the Veteran's Administration Building and Marian Regional Medical Center. Take...
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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.
Atterdag Village of Solvang is located in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley with its wide open spaces, clean coastal air, and spectacular, mountain views. We are nestled in the heart of this natural treasure, yet only steps from downtown Solvang, a town rich with cultural attractions, fabulous...
Photo of Fountain Square of Lompoc
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I really like the staff. The problem is that I don't think my loved one is getting showers and being changed. I have to change their clothes and sometimes it looks like they have been in the same clothes for...
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.
Fountain Square of Lompoc is located in Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California provides a caring atmosphere for those seniors who are looking for a community to call home. This community offers comfort and safety to its residents. Lompoc provides residents and guests with parks and recreation...
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From what we have been able to see of the community it is very clean, and the staff members we have encountered are very friendly. As of lately they are starting to bring back the activities, the residents...
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.
Villa Alamar opened in 1996 and quickly became the golden standard of memory care in Santa Barbara, California. Its architectural features are uniquely suited for the care of residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia: Here, residents enjoy freedom to continuously explore and...
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Photo of Wood Glen Senior Living
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LOVE Wood Glen Hall! A perfect place for family/loved ones. We pre-viewed 9 other facilities in the SB area for our mother and this is the ONLY one that felt like home. The ambiance is cheerful, full of...
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.
Nestled in the foothills with a spectacular view of the blue Santa Barbara Mountains, cooled by ocean breezes, ringing with the genial laughter of family and friends, and typifying the gracious, relaxed and respectful service you are right to expect, Wood Glen Hall is a home you can make your...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara
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44 Floor plans available
2.0
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Thank you for keeping my sister and I connected. I appreciate the video chats and love that you make it available for her. Even though I am out of state, I feel very connected to her, thanks to staff.
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.
Residents of Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara, (formerly)Alexander Court Memory Care, thrive in amenity rich surroundings that are combined with sophisticated programming .We take a Sensory Integration approach to memory care. This program encourages residents to participate; enhances their...
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It is a lovely facility. It is an older estate donated by the family years ago to be an assisted living home. It almost could operate as a bed and breakfast, it is that nice. A couple of things we learned...
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.
Alexander Gardens is a spectacular historic home nestled in the Mission area of downtown Santa Barbara, amongst lush, stunning gardens. Concern for the care and needs of seniors has been a hallmark of Alexander Gardens, since the original family built 'casitas' for their elderly loved ones....
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The staff are always willing to help you and front desk is always there. Daily activities but they could do more diverse activities. Staff to drive them to appointments. Food is good and the facility...
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.
GranVida is a community, a neighborhood of like-minded people who enjoy the uniqueness and beauty of coastal living. Like Carpinteria itself, GranVida embodies small town friendliness, hospitality and social inclusion. As the only senior living and memory care community in Carpinteria, GranVida...
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Having experienced a number of RCFEs for loved ones in California, Villa Blanca “VB” is exceptional. I was impressed by their business operations, legal compliance and administration. VB’s staff offers...
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.
Villa Blanca is a family owned and operated Residential Care Facility located in a prime Goleta location. We are committed to providing outstanding care to the seniors, while encouraging the highest level of independence. We believe in promoting feeling of self worth and purpose of life.Villa...
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[name removed] really works with the needs of her patients and family She's pretty amazing. It was a personal home, not a nursing home. Much more 1 on 1 care for less money.
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.
Amalia's Residence II is located in Santa Maria, CA in Santa Barbara County. This residential care home provides the help that you are looking for in an area that is located in the southern portion of the state of California. Those who spend time in Santa Maria enjoy checking out the areas many...
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My mother has been in independent living at Maravilla for about 5 years already. The grounds, landscaping, and staff haven wonderful. She likes all the walking paths, and has made good friends. There is a...
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 Maravilla, you’ll find every retirement lifestyle you could wish for. A full-service community located in scenic Santa Barbara, Maravilla’s beautifully designed campus offers 32 cottages, 60 Senior Residences, 155 Independent Living residences, 108 Assisted Living Suites, and a secured...
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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.
Solvang Friendship House Solvang Friendship House is an assisted living community located in Solvang, Santa Barbara County, California that provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community that they can call home. Those dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia will find that this community...
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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.
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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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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, 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.
When seeking senior care there is a strong desire to find a facility that supports independent living. When the elderly living home is also in a quiet atmosphere with plenty of room to relax and staffed with professional, friendly staff that is a bonus. It is also what the family and elderly...
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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.
Candlewood House 3 is a senior care home located in Santa Maria, California, in Santa Barbara County. Our residential home care is located in a serene environment with beautiful natural scenery. For the best destination for family members and full relaxation, consider Candlewood House 3 for their...
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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.
Candlewood House 2 is located in Santa Barbara county, Santa Maria CA. This senior care home assists seniors in a loving group home setting. The splendid city is renowned for its winemaking and culinary expertise specializing in Santa Maria-style barbeque. This culinary delight stems from its...
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Everything is really nice. I'm really happy with this choice. The staff is right there, all the time, and available if you need anything. The communication between them and myself is good. Overall, this was...
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.
Candlewood House 1 is a senior care home located in Santa Maria, California, Riverside County. Our group home setting has gone a long way in providing the best geographical location for seniors to live in. The area provides a cool atmosphere surrounded by amazing geographical features like...

Cost of assisted living in Drake, CA

The average cost of senior living in Drake is $4,108 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $3,354 per month.

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

Drake, CA
$4,279/mo
$4,232/mo
$4,818/mo

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

Drake, CA
$4,279/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,279/mo
$4,867/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,753/mo
Studio
$4,990/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,860/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,298/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,200/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Drake over time

Drake, CACA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Drake, 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 Drake.

What families are saying about assisted living in Drake

Recent reviews for assisted living in Drake

Fountain Square of Lompoc

4.3
Overall, the staff are very caring. They care for the residents very well and seem to be very loving people. The way the keep the community running is very nice, and it's very secure. My mom complains about how often they serve green beans, but she also doesn't tell them she wants something ...
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Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

5.0
We chose Merrill Gardens because they had available space at the time we needed it and also I could see it was very clean, it smelled good, and all of the staff who helped us were extremely friendly and helpful. We really appreciated how upfront and honest they were with us. They have different ...
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Amalia's Residence II in Santa Maria, CA

5.0
Although [name removed] was combative he received personalized care. He enjoyed the home cooked meals. We liked there were only two men and six residents in this facility. There was a friendly dog patients could interact with. [name removed] was unable to participate due to his dementia. I loved ...
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Drake review score based on 78 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 78 reviews of 43 Drake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Drake 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

Drake review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Drake, CA43 facilities
8.2
Buellton, CA15 facilities
8.3
Solvang, CA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Drake 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 78 reviews of 43 Drake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Drake 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
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Friendliness
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Drake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Drake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Drake, 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 Drake 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 Drake 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
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52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
72.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Drake 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 Drake 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
48.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Drake 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 Drake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Drake, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
20.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Drake 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 Drake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Drake, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
30.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Drake 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 Drake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Drake, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.2%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.2%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Drake

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 Drake protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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