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top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Columbus Estates, The Pointe at Summit Hills and Golden Castle Assisted Living
zipAveragecost: $4,163

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1717 Floor plans available
9.1
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60 reviews
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Columbus Estates was incredibly amazing in price-point, flexibility, and accommodations. It is PERFECT for my mom. She loves it and has even participated in the activities, which i didn't think she'd do.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Columbus Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Beautifully landscaped and with a neighborly atmosphere, Columbus Estates is nestled among the rolling hills of the San Joaquin Valley . We're just outside of Bakersfield and only a few hours from Los...
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11 reviews
8.6
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11 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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Flexibility and level of care. was the biggest impression. Excellent, with small personalized service. They really worked with us to help Mom succeed. They did everything to ease us through this transition.
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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It's a wonderful place. The food is very good, loved the daily cupcakes they served each and every day. There was a weekly session were we acted out in skits for fun, and we would record them for later...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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What families are saying about independent living in Bena

Recent reviews for independent living in Bena

Pinewood Glen Retirement in Bakersfield, CA

4.5
[name removed], the manager is wonderful!! The units are clean and the staff is quite nice. [name removed]s is an absolute asset and we would recommend Pinewood Glen Retirement community to other families.

The Palms of San Lauren in Bakersfield, CA

4.0
I thought the facility was rated four out of five stars. It seemed comfortable there seem to be a nice area for dining and in a good location. The person I took the visit ended up going there.

The Pointe at Summit Hills in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
The facility was absolutely wonderful! It was very clean. So much attention to detail. The layout was amazingly ideal for my brother as he was a pacer and it was basically an enclosed oval. The staff was so caring and kind. They truly showed so much kindness to my brother and the rest of the ...
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Bena independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bena independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bena, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bena independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bena, CANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Bena independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bena, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bena independent 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 independent living communities in Bena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bena, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.9%
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Columbus Estates, The Pointe at Summit Hills and Golden Castle Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bena, California. See full list of communities.
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