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10 Best Nursing Homes in Arguello, CA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Arguello nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Arguello, CA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bicknell, Vandenberg Village and Los Alamos.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Arguello, CA

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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 nursing homes in Arguello, CA

The average cost of senior living in Arguello is $4,647 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tangair, CA with an average of $4,529 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Arguello, CA, vs. nearby cities

Arguello, CA
$4,647/mo
$4,841/mo

Nursing homes costs in Arguello, CA, vs. state and national averages

Arguello, CA
$4,647/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Arguello, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,647/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,647/mo

Nursing homes costs in Arguello, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,477/mo
Studio
$4,680/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,416/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,777/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,200/mo

Senior living costs in Arguello vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Arguello, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeArguello, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,647/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,834/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,647/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,876/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Arguello, CA:$4,647/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Arguello, CA:$3,834/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Arguello, CA:$4,647/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Arguello, CA:$3,876/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Arguello, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Arguello 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Arguello, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Arguello 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Arguello, CA$4,946/mo$4,375/mo+13.1%
California$5,900/mo$5,602/mo+5.3%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Arguello, CA
2024 average cost:$4,946/mo
2023 average cost:$4,375/mo
Percent change:+13.1%
California
2024 average cost:$5,900/mo
2023 average cost:$5,602/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Arguello

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Arguello

The Village At Sydney Creek-The Villages in San Luis Obispo, CA

4.5
They have a high level of Alzheimer's care at The Village. My grandpa was doing well after he moved in. The staff were friendly and encouraged him to participate in the activities. He made some new friends during his short time at this community.

Fountain Square of Lompoc

4.0
The employees are very friendly and caring to be good. I don't see too many activities and I've seen multiple patients wandering around with no shoes. There were other patients sitting in their own urine while eating lunch. We did tell an employee, but they didn't do anything. I'm not sure if ...
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The Oaks at Nipomo

4.9
If you can afford top quality care the oaks is a great facility. The staff is very responsive to the residents needs and the food is great. Having a physician that comes to the facility is so helpful for those that have difficulty with transportation. No one wants to move to assisted living and ...
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Arguello nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arguello nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arguello, 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 Arguello nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Arguello that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Arguello, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.3%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.9%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.9%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.2%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.2%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.9%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.8%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.7%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Arguello nursing homes

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 Arguello Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Arguello, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.3%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.9%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Arguello nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Arguello partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Arguello, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Arguello nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Arguello communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Arguello, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arguello nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Arguello offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Arguello, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.2%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.2%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.3%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria, Westmont of Santa Barbara and The Oaks at Nipomo are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Arguello, California. See full list of communities.
There are 37 nursing homes facilities near Arguello, California. See the full list.
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