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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Wawona, CA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Wawona, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Wawona or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Wawona.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Wawona for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 55 assisted living facilities in the Wawona area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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I like the care from the staff who have been keeping me informed on her progress. The community is very clean and the care is outstanding for my mom. I have had meals with her and I like knowing that they...
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 Years Residential Home for the Elderly is an assisted living center located in beautiful Fresno, CA. We pride ourselves in providing care that allows senior citizens to maintain their independence and dignity while receiving the personalized care they need for a long and happy life. 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.
Mrs. ScottÆs Retirement Home #3, is a beautiful home located in Clovis CA. This home was designed to care for the elderly who are starting to need more constant and consistent care. As many know, it is an extremely hard time for our aging loved ones when they are unable to take care of themselves...
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.
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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Bedford Care Group is a very nice home with very nice people working there. My dad has only been there for about a month, but thus far things have gone well. The people there are nice, but could use a bit...
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.
Bedford Care Group has various facilities to meet your family members needs. We cater to non-ambulatory, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hospice as well as independent assisted living. All of our facilities are located in a safe upscale neighborhood off of Chestnut between Shepherd & Perrin....
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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The cleanliness and everything was really good but it just wasn't a good fit for my father. The staff sleeps there and he was at the point where he didn't want to wake anybody up so he would forgo doing 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.
As our parents and family members age, living alone can become more difficult for them, especially when their medical conditions prevents them from enjoying their age as they should. There is a solution, and that is Mrs. ScottÆs Retirement Home. Located in the beautiful city of Clovis,...
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: 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: 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.
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.
Our mission is to provide culturally sensitive residential services of the highest quality to our Elderly population in the Fresno/Clovis area. We believe in the principles of prevention, continuity of care, and collaboration with the people most involved in the lives of our residents. We are...
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I like this community for the care for my mom. the staff are very patient and caring to her needs. The staff has really been understanding. We like that the community is clean. They have been helpful with...
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.
Sunny Garden 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...
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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My mother has been at the Green Gables Care home now for 4 years. She is thriving, and loving every minute of her life there. They have 3 wonderful meals a day and in between snacks. They have daily...
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.
We have 7 care homes in Clovis, CA area. We have private and semi-private rooms, some of the with private bathrooms. We provide care for dementia and Alzheimer’s clients. 24 hour assisted living with 2 loving and caring caregivers. Deliciously prepared meals, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with in...
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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.
Cost of assisted living in Wawona, CA
The average cost of senior living in Wawona is $3,418 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mammoth Lakes, CA with an average of $3,175 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wawona, CA vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wawona, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Wawona
Recent reviews for assisted living in Wawona
Sunny Garden in Fresno, CA
3.8
Our care giver Val was very nice and patient with my mother while she was staying there. Very understanding and interacted with the family very well
Royal Gardens I in Fresno, CA
4.0
Our Mom is doing very well at Royal Gardens. Our family is quite pleased with the high level of care she's receiving, the staff are attentive and great - very professional, communicate with us - and give Mom great care. The grounds and the home are lovely and the staff get Mom up and moving ...
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Cedarbrook Memory Care in Fresno, CA
5.0
Cedarbrook has been amazing. BTW, my father passed [dates removed]. We couldn't be more satisfied with the care he got there. What we liked the most about Cedarbrook is the complete dedication to patients and their well-being
Wawona review score based on 121 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 121 reviews of 41 Wawona assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Wawona 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
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Review subcategories for Wawona 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 121 reviews of 41 Wawona assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wawona 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.Wawona, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Wawona assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wawona assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wawona, 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 Wawona 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 Wawona 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
48.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.3%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
65.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.2%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.6%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wawona 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 Wawona Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.7%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wawona 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 Wawona 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
14.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Wawona 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 Wawona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wawona 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 Wawona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
31.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wawona
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 Wawona protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Truewood by Merrill, Clovis, Cogir of Cedar Creek and Park Merced are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wawona, California. See full list of communities.
There are 55 assisted living facilities near Wawona, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Wawona, California is Cogir of Cedar Creek. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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