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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Ford City, CA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Ford City area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Ford City. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 8 independent living facilities in Ford City, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Quailwood and Southwest Bakersfield.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Taft, Maricopa and Spicer City.
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9.7
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65 reviews
I found myself suddenly having to find a safe place to place my mother with not a lot of time to make a decision. I had about two weeks. My mother had fallen and could no longer live on her own. I checked a...
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.
Magnolia Place Senior Living is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Bakersfield, California. Field Senior Living is a family owned and operated business in which Dustin and Melissa Fields manage all operations. Our beautiful community has an ideal location in a quiet,...
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93 reviews
Brookdale was the perfect place for my needs at that time. I had broken my leg and was non weight bearing for 2 months. I had to use a wheelchair for those 2 months and felt right at home. Thank you.
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.
Here you have fewer chores and more adventures. Our CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in Bakersfield, California, has independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. And if you or your spouse need more care later, you’ll have the lifestyle...
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9.0
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34 reviews
I recommend this facility for a loved one. The staff is amazingly cordial. They seem quite efficient, well organized, responsive, professional, courteous.
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.
Discover the relaxing charms of California at Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield. You can find life-enriching recreation, relaxation and activities right where you are at Bakersfield. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care professionals and our...
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8.6
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21 reviews
I would say that The Ivy is first class in every way and that is largely due to strong leadership advocating for their residents. The facility is gorgeous and clean and much like a country club (order meals...
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.
The Village at Seven Oaks is an assisted living community located in sunny Bakersfield, Kern County, California. Golfers will love being able to play their favorite game on a year-round basis, and art enthusiasts will enjoy not only classic First Friday activities but Third Thursday events as...
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89 reviews
I would highly recommend Pacifica. The staff is great. They all care for my mom very much and take exceptional care of her. She's very happy there.
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.
Pacifica Senior Living of Bakersfield California is a wonderful place to live. This unique senior living community will provide your loved one with comfort and all the care needed to live a productive life. Located on beautiful Brookside Drive this community is one of Bakersfield's most upscale...
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So far so good. I would give them a three and a half or a four. They could be a little cleaner. They are very kind, and gracious. Beth and Alice are very nice. The staff here saves the day!
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Ford City, CA
The average cost of senior living in Ford City is $4,240 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delano, CA with an average of $3,429 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ford City, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Ford City
Recent reviews for independent living in Ford City
Pacifica Senior Living Bakersfield
5.0
Very welcoming and friendly informative food is good, it's a bit overwhelming for mom, were hoping this works. We have never done anything like this, so are not sure what to expect.
Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
5.0
They were very friendly and extremely accommodating.
The apartment and the staff members were the 2 things that really stuck out to us initially and those were the reasons we chose Solstice over others we looked into. It is also a very clean place.
Ivy Park at Seven Oaks in Bakersfield, CA
5.0
[name removed] only was alive for only 9 days and those were under hospice care. Overall we really thought the place would be great but his health decline so fast. A place for mom was very helpful to give us ideas to tour. We chose The Ivy based on being close to where we lived.
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Ford City independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ford City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ford City, 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 Ford City 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 Ford City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ford City, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ford City 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 Ford City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ford City, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ford City 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 Ford City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Magnolia Place, Brookdale Riverwalk and Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ford City, California. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Ford City, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Ford City, California is Brookdale Riverwalk. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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