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10 Best Nursing Homes in Lento, CA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Lento 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 Lento, 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 Lento or another care type is right for you. Browse 39 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Lento.

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

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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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 nursing homes in Lento, CA

The average cost of senior living in Lento is $5,021 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vandenberg AFB, CA with an average of $4,678 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lento, CA vs. nearby cities

Lento, CA
$5,021/mo
$4,828/mo
$4,985/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lento, CA vs. the state and national average

Lento, CA
$5,021/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lento vs. other types of senior living

$5,021/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,021/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Lento, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,753/mo
Studio
$4,990/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,860/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,298/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,200/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Lento over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Lento

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Lento

Wellness Care Senior Living at Ojai in Oak View, CA

5.0
My mom has been at Autumn Years for over a year now. They have been unfailingly warm and helpful, to us as well as to her. We took care of Mom for two years and understood that it wouldn't be an easy matter to work with her emotional swings, yet the staff at Autumn Years has been beyond ...
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Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

5.0
So grateful to all! You helped my family when we were going through difficult times. My loved one is stable and happy in the community. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

4.6
What we like about Merrill Gardens is the overall cleanliness and staff and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had.

Lento nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lento nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lento, 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 Lento 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 Lento that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lento, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.7%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.1%
10.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.8%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82.8%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.2%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.1%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.8%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.8%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.2%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lento 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 Lento Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lento, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.4%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lento 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 Lento partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lento, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.4%
3.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Lento 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 Lento communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lento, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
44.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lento 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 Lento offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lento, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.3%
0.4%
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Villa Santa Barbara, Cliff View Terrace and Westmont of Santa Barbara are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Lento, California. See full list of communities.

There are 39 nursing homes facilities near Lento, California. See the full list.

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