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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Essex, CA
Assisted living costs in Essex average about $3,470 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Essex. Our detailed directory has 42 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Eureka, Arcata and McKinleyville.
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Things I would tell others: The free Wi-Fi isn't strong enough to use. You'll need your own Wi-Fi if you want to use it. It is good for basic things on your phone or laptop, but not strong enough to stream...
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.
At Alder Bay, our mission is simple: creating environments where moments of joy, independence, and wellness are the focus each and every day.Alder Bay is the home of a unique, Balance Fitness program designed especially to strengthen the core muscles needed for improved balance and gait. We have...
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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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I think they are doing a fine job. They are kind and friendly. It is a nice, clean place and there is no odor. They have to feed my husband and they are very kind when they are doing that. I don't have any...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Nestled in the redwoods this beautiful and spacious 7 bedroom home (formally the home of actor Lloyd Bridges) offers all of the amenities of home. With gorgeous views and a warm atmosphere Redwood R&R is close to doctors, hospitals, zoo, parks, shopping, churches and much more. Our highly...
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I just it felt it had a very comfortable vibe in generally. They were very welcoming and friendly. It was more of a homey feel. I feel very comfortable having my mom there.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Our mission at Especially You Assisted Living is to provide loving care for our residents. We treat our residents as we would want our own family members treated if they were to need assistance with daily living needs.Our goal is to protect your safety, respect your personal rights and to help...
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Unfortunately, families tend to bicker in times like these so I am not to sure how my father in law is doing currently but the place itself is very nice. We moved him into Cleo's Home not too long ago and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Tucked away in a quiet and friendly neighborhood of Pine Hill in Eureka, in this spacious and beautiful 8 bedroom/3 bath facility, Cleo's Home offers all of the amenities of home. With beautifully maintained grounds and a warm atmosphere Cleo's Home friendly and highly trained staff are eager to...
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This is a warm and friendly community. I am comfortable here. I am able to have my own room, I'm free to move around and I'm enjoying it. Puzzles or watching TV are a few of the activities available 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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I chose this facility because of the independent living facility. Individual cottages and pet friendly. I haven't used any of the main building services, other than meal delivery. Pricing for the cottages is...
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.
Sequoia Springs Senior Living is an exceptional senior care community offering independent, assisted living and memory care services in Fortuna, California. Fortuna is a thriving city in Northern California with an ideal climate, stunning scenery and local amenities. Our community is within...
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We chose Timber Ridge because it is the best option on the north coast here for memory care. The other options around are more of rehab places that are not very good. The facility itself has beautiful...
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.
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.
Thank you for your interest in Timber Ridge Assisted Living. We are pleased to introduce to you the premiere assisted living facility on the Northcoast. Once you have taken a tour and have glimpsed the lifestyle seniors enjoy at Timber Ridge, we think you'll agree that nothing else compares....
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The price here is about the same as the others that we looked at. However, everything here is first class! They provide a larger and less cluttered room with a private attached bathroom. They do have a...
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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 assisted living in Essex, CA
The average cost of senior living in Essex is $3,470 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westhaven-Moonstone, CA with an average of $3,324 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Essex, CA vs. nearby cities
Essex, CA
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Essex, CA vs. the state and national average
Essex, CA
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Essex vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Essex, CA by room type
Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Essex, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Essex
Recent reviews for assisted living in Essex
Sequoia Springs Senior Living in Fortuna, CA
5.0
This community seems to be good but due to covid, we have not been able to visit. I would recommend this community to others
Redwood R and R in Eureka, CA
4.0
Redwood R and R is a board and care home that can accommodate about 10 residents. Staff members are very attentive and caring, which means a lot to our family. My mother-in-law has level 2 memory issues and this community offers a variety of care to different levels of issues. Due to an ...
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Alder Bay Assisted Living in Eureka, CA
4.4
Our first impression right away with Alder Bay was very positive - everything has really worked out so far. We have a great relationship with the admistrative team, the staff are super nice and overall no complaints. Our loved one des say at times though the meals and dining can be a little bit ...
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Essex assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essex assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essex, 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 Essex 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 Essex that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Essex, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.1%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Essex 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 Essex Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Essex, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Essex 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 Essex partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Essex, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Essex 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 Essex communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Essex, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essex 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 Essex offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Essex, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Essex
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 Essex protect seniors.
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Alder Bay Assisted Living, Timber Ridge at Eureka and Redwood R and R are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Essex, California. See full list of communities.
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