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10 Best Nursing Homes in Kernville, CA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Kernville 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 Kernville, CA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Kernville or another care type is right for you. Browse 23 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Kernville.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Posey, Poso Park and Panorama Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Posey, Poso Park and Panorama Heights.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Kernville, CA
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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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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...
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.
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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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23 reviews
I do recommend this alternative living residence. Ivy Park has all levels of living assistance. It is a well kept facility and the staff have been great. The facility was very well kept and the staff was...
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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We chose The Pointe at Summit Hills because of the fixed price and the ability for my mom to "travel " to the assisted living part of the facilities. They were very friendly and helpful. Seemed to have 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.
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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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It has a very large campus, with about 300 residents. The food here was pretty good. They had a trained chef here. They did have some theft here but they called the police and dealt with it right away.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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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They’re doing great. They’re fantastic. I think they have a good variety. Just that they take great pride in their work. They genuinely care for each person there and not just because they get paid, if you...
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.
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The activities department is amazing my mom goes on an on how the activities department is always out going comes in with a smile an does the absolute best to make her happy she is always busy with crafts or...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Have you suddenly found yourself looking for a nursing home? We know it isn't an easy task. There is so much information to learn and so many decisions to make. Whatever your specific needs, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
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My mom has been at Hallmark over a year. (She has mid-stage dementia.) We have been very happy with everything (for the most part). All staff have always been very friendly & accommodating to both me and my...
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.
Since 1986, the owners of Hallmark have built their reputation for providing outstanding care in a safe and inviting environment. Our network of assisted living facilities is designed to provide a comfortable alternative to traditional nursing home care. For years, nursing homes have been the...
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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: Memory Care
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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.
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.
Burlington is an assisted living community located in the Southern Sierra Nevada Mountains of Wofford, California. The area is known for its phenomenal outdoor activities, from fly fishing and jet skiing to camping and hiking. If you listen close, you will hear the gentle sounds of the river that...
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.
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Autumn Oaks Residential Care is an assisted living community serving the needs of the elderly in beautiful Porterville, California. Part of the scenic San Joaquin Valley, Porterville is a gateway city to some of the country's most astonishing natural wonders - the Sequoia National Forest, the...
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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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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Kernville, CA
The average cost of senior living in Kernville is $3,707 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kennedy Meadows, CA with an average of $2,533 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kernville, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kernville, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Kernville
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Kernville
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.
The Pointe at Summit Hills in Bakersfield, CA
4.9
The Pointe at Summit Hills is the perfect fit for my Mom. I was very impressed with every staff member I met during my 2 visits prior to deciding to place my Mom here. From the front desk staff, to the servers, and even the groundskeeper and maintenance guy… they ALL knew the residents names and ...
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The Palms of San Lauren in Bakersfield, CA
4.1
The cost is much more reasonable but the care is basically the same. The major difference is that they use an outside service called Senior Doc. A PA or Dr visit instead of my having to take her to her appts. It's made a huge difference. Getting her & her walker in & out of my car is exhausting ...
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Kernville nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kernville nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kernville, 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 Kernville 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 Kernville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kernville, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
34.8%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.4%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.6%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78.3%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.1%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.3%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.8%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.2%
18.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Kernville 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 Kernville Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kernville, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.8%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.7%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kernville 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 Kernville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kernville, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.1%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.1%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.1%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Kernville 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 Kernville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kernville, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.7%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
17.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kernville 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 Kernville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kernville, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.4%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
21.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
21.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.7%
0.4%
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Magnolia Place, The Palms of San Lauren and Brookdale Riverwalk are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Kernville, California. See full list of communities.
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