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I was very pleased with the community. I would recommend the community to others to look at for their loved ones. The staff were very good to work with. The food always smelled and looked good when I...
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.
Joyful Living is dedicated to providing seniors with the highest level of care in a beautiful group home setting. Our community is proud of meeting all the needs of the senior residents while promoting independence and individuality. Our caring, compassionate staff members are available any time...
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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.
Ideal Home is a residential care home in Fresno, California, located in beautiful Fresno County. Our community is located in a charming residential neighborhood, with smooth sidewalks for nice relaxing walks, a beautiful yard to enjoy with friends, family, and visitors. We are also located only a...
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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.
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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.
Hill Crest Senior Care is a residential care home situated in the beautiful city of Fresno, California in Fresno County. Our residence sits on a 1,967 sq. ft. land spacious enough for our guests. We are located in a safe area that enjoys free flowing air due to the presence of trees and good...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.

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

Merced, CA
$3,514/mo
$3,594/mo

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

Merced, CA
$3,514/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,514/mo
$3,738/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,165/mo
Private
$5,071/mo
Studio
$4,482/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,602/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,272/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,498/mo

Senior living costs in Merced 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: Merced, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerced, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,514/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,738/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,231/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Merced, CA:$3,514/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Merced, CA:$3,738/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Merced, CA:$3,231/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Merced, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Merced 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 Merced, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Merced 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Merced, CA$4,820/mo$4,642/mo+3.8%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Merced, CA
2024 average cost:$4,820/mo
2023 average cost:$4,642/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merced, CA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Merced

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merced

Sunnyside Senior Living Inc in Turlock, CA

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

Paintbrush Assisted Living and Memory Support in Fresno, CA

5.0
The woman who is over their Memory Care team is incredible. [name removed] was instrumental in us selecting Paintbrush because of her dedication and commitment to her patients and families. Love her!

Merced review score based on 173 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 173 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

8.3
Merced, CA81 facilities
8.2
Franklin, CA79 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 173 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
4.3
4.0
Friendliness
4.4
4.1
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.6
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
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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.
Merced, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.9%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
79%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.9%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

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%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16%
14%
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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.
Merced, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
28.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.2%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
13.4%
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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%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
18.1%
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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%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
34.6%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
21%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.3%
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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 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 Merced protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Park Merced, Cogir of Cedar Creek and Valley Spring Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Merced, California. See full list of communities.
There are 106 assisted living facilities near Merced, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Merced, California is Cogir of Cedar Creek. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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