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Photo of The Palms of San Lauren
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Occasionally seem short staffed. Could have been due to holidays otherwise very friendly. The rooms are like a small 1 room apartment with a ADA bathroom. My mom is busy everyday now with activities, movie...
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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I have only dealt with one other place and Brookdale seems much better though larger in everything, residents, staff, are etc. Always seems clean. Very friendly caring staff and professional Quality of care...
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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1717 Floor plans available
8.0
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[name removed] and [name removed] are great employees. They arr very helpful. My dad’s room is nice. There are a lot of activities there. They have really improved on the place. We seem to find parking space...
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.
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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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
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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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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: 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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Cost of independent living in Zentner, CA

The average cost of senior living in Zentner is $3,848 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Corcoran, CA with an average of $3,039 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Zentner, CA vs. nearby cities

Zentner, CA
$3,848/mo
$3,464/mo
$3,429/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Zentner, CA vs. the state and national average

Zentner, CA
$3,848/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Zentner vs. other types of senior living

$3,993/mo
Independent Living
$3,848/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Zentner, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,865/mo
Studio
$5,424/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,182/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,620/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,569/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Zentner over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Zentner

Recent reviews for independent living in Zentner

Columbus Estates in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
This was a very nice community. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff communication with the family, they are responsive with our questions and requests. There are three meals served a day and the residents have choices to choose from. There is ...
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The Palms of San Lauren in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
I have been very pleased with the Palms. It took my mom about 9 months to make the transition then 1 day she just did the flip and is very happy there. The entry is beautiful. I just like the overall facility. I like the setup. The cafeteria is in the middle, so no one has to walk very far, ...
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Brookdale Riverwalk in Bakersfield, CA

4.5
I love it here, it was an excellent choice for me. The dining could be better in terms of service time. They don't have enough cooks or waiters, but the food is fine.

Zentner independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Zentner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Zentner, 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 Zentner 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 Zentner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Zentner, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Zentner 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 Zentner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Zentner, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Zentner 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 Zentner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Zentner, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46.1%
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The Palms of San Lauren, Brookdale Riverwalk and Columbus Estates are the top-rated independent living facilities near Zentner, California. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Zentner, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Zentner, California is Brookdale Riverwalk. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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