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10 Best Nursing Homes in Los Alamos, CA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos, 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 Los Alamos or another care type is right for you. Browse 53 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Los Alamos.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Santa Maria.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Cachuma Village, Bicknell and Sisquoc.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Los Alamos, 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.
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.
Photo of Alder House
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Photo of Arroyo Grande Care Center
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.
Wyndham Residence is located in the quaint town of Arroyo Grande, close to shops, banks and other amenities. Its beautiful country manor architecture features a spacious courtyard and meandering pathways that guide you through colorful gardens, a fruit orchard, and the largest bird aviary on the...
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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.
Photo of Hillside House
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.
Photo of Villa Riviera
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: 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: 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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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.
Photo of Il Villaggio At San Luis Obispo
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.
Photo of Villagio San Luis Obispo, a CCRC ( Fall '21)
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.
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Los Alamos, CA

The average cost of senior living in Los Alamos is $4,898 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pismo Beach, CA with an average of $4,638 per month.

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

Los Alamos, CA
$4,898/mo
$4,985/mo
$4,841/mo

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

Los Alamos, CA
$4,898/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

$4,898/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,898/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,753/mo
Studio
$4,891/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,717/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,469/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,200/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Los Alamos over time

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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 Los Alamos

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Los Alamos

Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO in San Luis Obispo, CA

4.6
I would recommend Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO. It's a small community feel. If you want extra special food, it may not meet your wants. But the food is cooked fresh and is planned by a nutritionist. You need patience waiting for food to be served sometimes. All of my needs are met and I ...
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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.

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.

Los Alamos nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Los Alamos nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Los Alamos, 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 Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos 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
43.9%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.5%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.8%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.5%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.1%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Los Alamos, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.6%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.1%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Los Alamos, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
24.4%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.6%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Los Alamos, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
36.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Los Alamos, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
39%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.9%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39%
0.4%
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Cliff View Terrace, Villa Santa Barbara and Westmont of Santa Barbara are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Los Alamos, California. See full list of communities.

There are 53 nursing homes facilities near Los Alamos, California. See the full list.

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