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My mother was in Samaritan village assisted care unit, country manor, for about 19 months. The caregivers are excellent. They are all wonderful and compassionate people. The med check people are also...
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.
Samaritan Village is a planned community for a new generation of seniors. We offer peace of mind, a full spectrum of life-enriching activities and all the expected amenities without an entrance fee. Our broad range of lifestyle options offer a wide variety of choices to suit most any senior...
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I was happy to find Sisters Assisted Living; the staff there is great. My brother has memory issues; the staff there is patient with him. Sisters Assisted Living is affordable, clean and nice. I don’t know...
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.
Sisters Assisted Living is a new RCFE. However, the owner has experience in Adult Care Facility-ARF for 25+ years, Dementia Care for 5+ years and a Letter of Recommendation from Kaiser Permanente.
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The community is like an apartment setting. They have a nice backyard with tables to be able to sit. The staff was very friendly and nice. The care manager was very good. we would have liked to see the...
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.
Welcome to Sonora Senior Living. We are a Senior Living Community for people who may need some help or a lot of help with activities of daily living or just want a break from the responsibilities of keeping up their own home. Some of our residents just need a break for a short time due to health...
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Bella Vista staff has heart like no other- they are lead by a group who understand the dementia disease process. No matter what day of the week or time their management has always answered any questions and...
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.
Bella Vista is a new memory care community that opened in October 2013. Bella Vista, Memory Care Community serves those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. At Bella Vista, we honor the whole person through a person-centered, elder-directed philosophy. Our team members collaborate with family...
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The staff members have been super friendly and every time we visit the place is kept clean. We don't get to visit all that much but when we do get to speak with our loved one she says she is really happy...
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.
Autumn Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Clarkston, Michigan in a secluded, wooded area, just off Dixie Highway. We are known for developing a personal relationship with our residents and providing customized care and attention. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents....
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Everyone at Oak Terrace has been absolutely wonderful. I stumbled upon them based off a referral and drove there at 4:30 in the afternoon. I walked right in and a wonderful young woman named [removed] showed...
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.
Oak Terrace Memory Care is located in Soulsbyville, CA in a beautiful home-like setting. Oak Terrace Memory Care provides care particularly for area seniors afflicted with Alzheimer's and Dementia. We pride ourselves on our dedicated, compassionate and professional employees that are there every...
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So happy to have found Crossroads Manor! They treat my mother -in-law like a queen. She is so much happier and relaxed now. Caring, Clean, Well Managed.
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.
Located in beautiful Riverbank, California, Crossroads Manor is an ideal place for retirement far from the noise and bustle of the big city, but close enough for enjoyable day trips. At Crossroads Manor we pride ourselves on providing supervised care for the elderly with a personalized approach...
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I cannot say enough good things about the care my family member received at Golden Age. She resided with them for 5 years. I am absolutely convinced that she lived longer and she received better and more...
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.
Golden Age Home Care To speak with an advisor about this community call: (866) 344-4946 3521 Effingham Ln. Modesto, CA 95357 Phone: (866)336-6185 License #: 5070001187 Board and Care Home, Alzheimer's Memory Care About Golden Age Home Care Golden Age Home Care is a senior living community in...
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Lidia's Blessed Home is all positive and excellent. They are guiding me there good. They provide competent, and compassionate care.
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.
Here at Lidia's blessed home we are licensed six bed residential care facility for the elderly. We are located in a quiet neighborhood near parks, libraries, and shopping mall. Our mission is to provide the utmost care possible, while preserving dignity and independence during the golden years....
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They are great people. Our mama is in memory care so she is more care than assisted living..it is very costly but we are older now too. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families. They...
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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Photo of Golden Years Retirement Center
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.
Photo of Las Palmas Estates
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.
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.
Photo of Covenant Living of Turlock
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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I had spoken to [name removed], their manager several times over the summer regarding the options this facility offered for my mom. At that time there were 5 people on the waiting list. I thought for sure...
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.
Paramount Parks at Turlock is the city’s newest assisted living facility. At Paramount Parks at Turlock we offer the independence you desire with the personal assistance you need in a warm and comfortable community, reminiscent of home.We have spacious rooms with private baths, studio, one...
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They are doing a great job! Stacey keeps a pretty good eye on things. She checks in on her fairly often. If they need anything they always have a call button. She likes the food, she says it's very good....
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.
Photo of Ediths Home Care
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.
Photo of Divine Mercy Guest Home
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.
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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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.
-Located in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood.-All residents taken under our care are loved and respected.-Beautiful house, always being remodeled.-All staff is licensed and professionaly trained, including in first aid. -Staff is very friendly and social.-Trained in medication handling and...
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Very nice place, very clean. Staff was very friendly. My uncle did spend in this facility, many, many years. Repeatedly he told to me that Temescal Manor is going to be his home for good. I'm surprised to...
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.
Temescal Manor provides a safe and healthy environment for the elderly. We are committed to providing a compassionate, caring and homelike environment. A place geared toward the achievement of a higher level of functional independence. Our staff is caring, highly trained and skilled in providing...
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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.
Malonzo Eldercare is a family-owned and run Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) and is a very special place where we provide 24 hour non-medical care. We are proud to say that our experience in caring for the elderly extends to over a decade. We are passionate advocates for the care...
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The staff at this community are absolutely outstanding, they are always on top of every situation and handle it with such grace. They have really gone out of there way to make sure that my mom is comfortable...
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.
The facility is a medium size facility structured for Assisted Living regulated by the Department of Social Services, where you can find the comforts of home. From the safe and spacious living area, indoors and outdoors as well, to the friendly, caring and devoted staff, we are committed to...
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Stacie's Chalet was offering a special at the time our loved one was moving in, and the value regarding that special was really good. However we are unsure of the overall going rate of this community. The...
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.
Stacie's Chalet in Modesto, offers wonderful opportunities for the senior lifestyle of your choice. We are located near shopping and numerous services. The resident care team oversees the care and services provided by the specially trained resident assistants. We offer both assisted living and...
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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.
Blossom Home Care II in Modesto, CA is a beautiful community which offers the advantages of independent living in homes where residents are welcome to bring their own furniture and belongings, making the facility truly their home. Each home includes a full service kitchen with microwave, patios...

Cost of assisted living in Merced, CA

The average cost of senior living in Merced is $3,514 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Madera, CA with an average of $3,312 per month.

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

Merced, CA
$3,622/mo
$3,594/mo

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

Merced, CA
$3,622/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,622/mo
$3,903/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,165/mo
Private
$5,071/mo
Studio
$4,478/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,602/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,272/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,498/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Merced over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merced, 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 Merced.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merced

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merced

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!

Fairwinds - Woodward Park in Fresno, CA

4.8
Staff is extremely friendly. Everyone knows my mom's name. They all know me, too. Food is really good. Sometimes not spiced enough. Always something to eat. Apartment is kept clean. Bed sheets changed once a week and washed. I would recommend this facility to others.

Merced review score based on 164 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 164 reviews of 81 Merced assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merced 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

Merced review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Merced, CA81 facilities
8.2
Franklin, CA80 facilities

Review subcategories for Merced 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 164 reviews of 81 Merced assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Merced 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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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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Meals & dining
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Merced assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merced assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merced, 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 Merced 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 Merced 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
50.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.9%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
79%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Merced 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 Merced Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merced, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merced 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 Merced 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
13.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
28.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Merced 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 Merced communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merced, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merced 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 Merced offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merced, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
34.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Merced

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 Merced protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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Stratford at Beyer Park, Valley Comfort Assisted Living and Cogir of Cedar Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Merced, California. See full list of communities.

There are 107 assisted living facilities near Merced, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Merced, California are Stratford at Beyer Park and Cogir of Cedar Creek. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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