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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shirley Meadows, CA
If your loved one needs memory care in Shirley Meadows, A Place for Mom can help. With 20 memory care facilities in Shirley Meadows, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Shirley Meadows incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Shirley Meadows memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Shirley Meadows, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lake Isabella, Spear Creek Summer Home Tract and Onyx.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Lake Isabella, Spear Creek Summer Home Tract and Onyx.
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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 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
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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.
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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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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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
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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.
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
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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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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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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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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
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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.
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...
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: 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.
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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.
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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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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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...
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.
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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
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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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Cost of memory care in Shirley Meadows, CA
The average cost of senior living in Shirley Meadows is $3,510 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kennedy Meadows, CA with an average of $2,533 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Shirley Meadows
Recent reviews for memory care in Shirley Meadows
Ivy Park at Seven Oaks in Bakersfield, CA
4.7
They have done well with a rather difficulty situation and they've been very proactive. They have been very helpful and pleasant about number of difficulties we've been faced. Given the circumstances they've done all that they could. The only thing they could have done is explained the time ...
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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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Brookdale Riverwalk in Bakersfield, CA
4.8
I think Brookdale is the best place in Bakersfield. I visited every community here and I chose Brookdale because I had more room, they provided the meals in restaurant style with options and after I evaluated them all and Brookdale was better by far. Before COVID, activities here were ...
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Shirley Meadows review score based on 69 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 69 reviews of 18 Shirley Meadows memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shirley Meadows review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Shirley Meadows review score compared against nearby cities
8.6
Shirley Meadows, CA18 facilities
8.6
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Review subcategories for Shirley Meadows memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 69 reviews of 18 Shirley Meadows memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shirley Meadows resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Shirley Meadows, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
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Shirley Meadows memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirley Meadows memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirley Meadows, 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 Shirley Meadows memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Shirley Meadows that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.8%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.1%
73.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shirley Meadows memory care
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 Shirley Meadows Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirley Meadows memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shirley Meadows partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirley Meadows memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shirley Meadows communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.8%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirley Meadows memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Shirley Meadows offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.8%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
27.8%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Palms of San Lauren, Magnolia Place and Brookdale Riverwalk are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shirley Meadows, California. See full list of communities.
There are 20 memory care facilities near Shirley Meadows, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Shirley Meadows, California is Brookdale Riverwalk. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 20 memory care facilities near you in Shirley Meadows, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shirley Meadows, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Shirley Meadows, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Shirley Meadows, California ranges from $918 to $10000. The average Memory Care cost in Shirley Meadows, California is $3,510. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shirley Meadows, California typically starts at $918. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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