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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gulf, CA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Gulf, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Gulf or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Gulf.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Gulf for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 35 assisted living facilities in the Gulf area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Quailwood, Kern City and Arts District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bakersfield, Gosford and Oildale.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Gracious Lady Alzheimer CareGracious Lady Alzheimer Care is a senior care home located in the city of Bakersfield, CA in Kern County. Our community is nestled in a tranquil neighborhood and has incredible views of San Joaquin Valley. Bakersfield is minutes away from Pismo Beach and Los Angeles....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Silvercrest ManorSilvercrest Manor is a residential care home located in the vibrant city of Bakersfield, in Kern County, California. Our wonderful home has so much to offer our residents and their loved ones, with attractions such as the Bakersfield museums, Bucks’ Owens Crystal Palace, and the...
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They’re very clean. Everyone was very nice. I would say the value was really good. As my loved one has been there a while, I think things are quite as organized as we might have liked. I don’t think my mom...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mulberry Place Assisted Living Mulberry Place Assisted Living is a residential care home located in Tehachapi, in Kern County, CA. Mulberry Place is situated in a quiet suburb, away from the bustle of the city and the highway, but close enough that its amenities are still convenient. Mulberry's...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Gulf, CA
The average cost of senior living in Gulf is $3,410 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tehachapi, CA with an average of $2,961 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gulf, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gulf, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gulf vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gulf, CA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Gulf over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gulf, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gulf
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gulf
Alondra Home in Bakersfield, CA
5.0
My mom had been there for a month, And they have been great for my mom, They take care of all my mom needs 24/7. Great staff. I am able to see my mom during the day and mornings, If my mom has Dr appointment they have her ready, Also they have no problem with me having lunch with her or do ...
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Mulberry Place Assisted Living in Tehachapi, CA
5.0
We love Mulberry Place they have been great to our grand father, thank you so much
Country Assisted Living in Tehachapi, CA
4.7
The facility and the staff at country living were wonderful. Very warm atmosphere and caring staff. Would highly recommend Country Assisted Living in Tehachapi.
Gulf review score based on 75 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 75 reviews of 35 Gulf assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gulf review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Gulf review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Gulf assisted living
When assisted living 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 75 reviews of 35 Gulf assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gulf resident and family assisted living 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.Gulf, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Gulf assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gulf assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gulf, 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 Gulf assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Gulf that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gulf, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
74.3%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
74.3%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.4%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.9%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gulf assisted living
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 Gulf Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gulf, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.7%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gulf assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gulf partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gulf, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Gulf assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gulf communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gulf, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gulf assisted 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 assisted living communities in Gulf offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gulf, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gulf
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Gulf protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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