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We needed to move my 99 year old Aunt from Senior Living to a nursing home. This group living (6 residents) home is fabulous. Very clean, extremely well run, and welcoming. I only wish we would have found it...
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.
Land of Peace 6 is located in West Hills, CA in Los Angeles County. This residential care home provides the support that you are needing in an affluent neighborhood in Los Angeles. The area of West Hills is surrounded by Chatsworth Reservoir, Canoga Park, Woodland Hills, Hidden Hills, and Bell...
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Pinnacles is a solid 5 stars. Staff is excellent, attentive and caring. Food and dining way above average, and the dining room is great for social interaction. Rooms are generous and bright, and the entire...
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.
Since 1978, we have offered a great alternative for seniors who may need additional assistance with their daily routines, medication management, bathing and dressing or personal hygiene, yet do not require the intensive services of a skilled nursing facility.  With the assistance of our...
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The resident staff is very friendly and they take exceptional care of [name removed]Communication with the family is excellent. We made a very good choice placing her here.
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.
Royalty Guest Home is a senior care home located in the beautiful Canoga Park, California in the Los Angeles County. Our humble community is custom designed to cater for the needs of our seniors in the most comfortable and enjoyable way. Our residence provides a tranquil environment surrounded by...
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This is a wonder place run by very thorough, helpful and kind people. They are patient, professional and on the ball. They don't call me everyday w/ issues unlike the Ivy Park. The house is very nice in a...
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.
Dear family member of a loved one in need: We, at Be Well Senior Living understand that it can be very challenging making the right decision regarding your selection of a suitable facility and transfer of your loved one. As the owner of Be Well Senior Living, I want to assure you that we only...
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When it comes to a decision for a love one to be cared for A Place for mom was there for us. We appreciate the staff hard work & kindness to mom I’m glad they were there for us & also to the agency who...
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.
Sunland Living is a residential micro-community for assisted living in Granada Hills, CA. This charming little community is just one mile away from Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, which has received glowing reviews from Medicare for their excellent medical service. Sunland Living provides...
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Okay, so I just got here. But from being tossed around from place to place for two years, losing all of my personal possessions in the process--nobody cared--Ambassador Gardens is a dream come true. Staff...
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.
Van to and from doctor/dentist3 meals per daySnacksMedication supervision1 personal wash per week (laundry)HousekeepingActivitiesMonthly outingsShoppingTerrific staffing
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Kingsley Manor has been beyond wonderful for my Mom! She had been at one of the large corporate retirement communities for a couple of years. While that experience was decent, it lacked the caring for the...
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.
Kingsley Manor has been serving the older adult community since 1912. Located in the Hollywood area, Kingsley is truly an oasis in the heart of the city. Brick residential hall surrounded by award winning gardens create a campus-like setting. Over the years a total concept in retirement living...
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good food, sweet nurses, and nice maids, a fine community with personable manager, thanks. very good plumbing and balconies nicely. there are elevators, i was walking down the stairs one night and i thought...
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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Food is fine/not much interaction by the care givers/very clean. I would recommend to others.
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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Although my mother-in-law has passed away and I obviously is no longer a resident at Sweet Home, I highly recommend the facility! The facility is spotless. Always smells fresh! Homemade meals most of the...
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: 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.
VIP Guesthome is located in Inglewood, California and is an ideal location if you want to admit your elderly loved one to a facility where he/she can live independently. Even though the property has the amenities that allow seniors to live without constant supervision, quality care is available...
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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: 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.
Royal Garden is a luxurious and comfortable home. We offer beautiful living quarters, with secured perimeter and 24 hour professional staff to care for the individual needs of residents, such as ambulatory/non-ambulatory, Alzheimer/dementia, incontinent care, diabetics, Parkinson's, oxygen,...
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This is a wonderful place with a good staff. The owners really care and are attentive to everyones needs. This is my mom's third place and now we finally feel that we found the right place. The pricing is...
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.
Be Well Senior Living is a residential care home located in the tranquil and serene neighborhood of Sherman Oaks, in the San Fernando Valley region, in the city of Los Angeles, California. Our beautiful neighborhood is perfect for seniors looking to relax and spend some quality time with friends...
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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.
We are pleased to offer your mom a place to live in our Board and Care facility. The name of our facility is Eden Garden. We provide dignified elderly care in spacious homes for your loved ones to enjoy and be grateful to for your thoughtfulness. We are looking forward to serve your loved ones...
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Very spacious private rooms w/ high ceilings, huge great room, three care givers, great patio in back yard with many tall trees. Pricing is comparable with others I visited, but much better venue. Owner is...
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.
Marlins Manors located in Sherman Oaks, California is a great place for residents with difficult medical issues. Our caretakers in staff are up for a challenge and will take the hardest medical cases. We offer services to Alzheimer's and elders who can no longer live at there home alone. We...
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I'd highly recommend them. The staff were so sweet and helpful. They always gave 100%. The facility was beautiful and had been remodeled nicely. It was always spic and span clean. They cared about their...
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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They only hold six patients at a time. Their locations are all ran by the same people who have been doing it for twenty years. The gentlemen who care for my husband have been there for ten years. It's just...
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.
Marlin Manors III is one of the newest additions to the Marlin Manor family of assisted living senior care facilities serving the cities of Sherman Oaks and Van Nuys, CA. While this area is famous for shopping, sporting and recreation, it is also difficult to negotiate when memory loss and...
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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.
Although the Marlin Manors location at 5133 Hazeltine Ave in Sherman Oaks, California, just 1/2 mile east of Van Nuys Blvd and 1/2 mile north of U.S. Route 101, is the oldest of the Marlin Manors facilities, this gorgeous, fully furnished assisted living home for the elderly is still kept in the...
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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: 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.
CARMEL BOARD & CARE  Los Angeles AGE WITH DIGNITY Is what we believe in all our Carmel Facilities where we provide services for men and women sixty years and older. We are a team of caring people, dedicated to serving the needs of the elderly and their families. We have been in...
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So far, things are going pretty well here. The staff is friendly and thoughtful. This is a nice facility that is kept clean and nice. Overall, we have not had any major issues so far so that is a good thing.
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.
CARMEL BOARD & CARE  Los Angeles AGE WITH DIGNITY Is what we believe in all our Carmel Facilities where we provide services for men and women sixty years and older. We are a team of caring people, dedicated to serving the needs of the elderly and their families. We have been in...
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It’s a great place. It’s a great facility. I’ve known about it for years – just driving by. Wednesday they are having a little in house barbeque. They have exercise. They go for walks, have a memory class....
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.
CARMEL BOARD & CARE  Los Angeles AGE WITH DIGNITY Is what we believe in all our Carmel Facilities where we provide services for men and women sixty years and older. We are a team of caring people, dedicated to serving the needs of the elderly and their families. We have been in...
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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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Good value coupled with a kind and attentive staff. My 84 yo mother has been a resident for 2 years and has enjoyed her stay. During spring months we enjoy sitting in the lovely interior courtyard or...
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.
Royal Bellingham is one of the finest European style assisted and retirement living facilities in the valley. Our warm and courteous staff treat each resident with dignity and respect.An elegant dining room with three restaurant style prepared meals.Tastefully decorated room available in a...

Cost of assisted living in Kester, CA

The average cost of senior living in Kester is $4,346 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Marino, CA with an average of $4,062 per month.

Assisted living costs in Kester, CA, vs. nearby cities

Kester, CA
$4,350/mo
$4,317/mo

Assisted living costs in Kester, CA, vs. state and national averages

Kester, CA
$4,350/mo
U.S. national average
$4,565/mo

Assisted living costs in Kester, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,350/mo
$5,435/mo

Assisted living costs in Kester, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,872/mo
Studio
$5,243/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,444/mo
2 Bedroom
$11,736/mo

Senior living costs in Kester vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Kester, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKester, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,350/mo$4,371/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$5,435/mo$5,275/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living$4,719/mo$4,509/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Kester, CA:$4,350/mo
California:$4,371/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Kester, CA:$5,435/mo
California:$5,275/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Kester, CA:$4,719/mo
California:$4,509/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Assisted living costs in Kester, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Kester and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Kester, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Kester have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Kester, CA$6,813/mo$6,194/mo+10.0%
California$5,677/mo$5,370/mo+5.7%
National$5,379/mo$5,132/mo+4.8%
Kester, CA
2024 average cost:$6,813/mo
2023 average cost:$6,194/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
California
2024 average cost:$5,677/mo
2023 average cost:$5,370/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,379/mo
2023 average cost:$5,132/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Kester, CA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Kester

Recent reviews for assisted living in Kester

Sweet Home Senior Living 2 in Van Nuys, CA

5.0
My Mom spent the last year of her life at Sweet Home. I am so thankful that this was her final home. They knew how to care for at every stage. It’s hard to lose a parent. Sweet Home took care of us. The food is home cooked to the preference of each person. There are group holiday meals. Every ...
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The Cottages of Lake Balboa 1 in Los Angeles, CA

5.0
My 89 year old mother had a fall in March of 2020, at the same time COVID was rising. She went from being hospitalized, to weeks in skilled nursing, and then we needed to find a Board and Care home for her to live in. Imagine having to manage your elderly parent's care from afar because not ...
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A Caring Touch Board and Care in Chatsworth, CA

5.0
My uncle has been a resident for about 3 years. The care he receives is exceptional, not only in the objective medical criteria, but in the equally important quality of care and personal, caring atmosphere. This is like a home with caring relatives. I have had a lot of experience recently ...
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Kester review score based on 275 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 275 reviews of 219 Kester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kester 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

Kester review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Kester, CA219 facilities
8.4
Los Angeles, CA265 facilities
8.3
Burbank, CA175 facilities

Review subcategories for Kester 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 275 reviews of 219 Kester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kester 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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Care services
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Meals & dining
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Kester assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kester, 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 Kester 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 Kester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kester, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.5%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.5%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kester 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 Kester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kester, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.3%
42%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kester 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 Kester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kester, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.8%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.6%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.8%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Kester 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 Kester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kester, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.6%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kester 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 Kester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kester, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.3%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.8%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
19.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.6%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kester

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Kester protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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