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Assisted living costs in Sierra City average about $4,793 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 34 communities in Sierra City. Our detailed directory has 565 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.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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 Wagoneer Group Care
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: 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.
Iris Care Home Iris Care Home is a senior housing that provides a quiet and peaceful neighborhood,with excellent medical facilities a few blocks away. *Secured outside and looked perimeters allow residents to safely enjoy the outdoors. *We strive to provide respectful,dignified and...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Sierra City, CA

The average cost of senior living in Sierra City is $4,793 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kelly Ridge, CA with an average of $4,332 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sierra City, CA vs. nearby cities

Sierra City, CA
$4,793/mo
$4,838/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sierra City, CA vs. the state and national average

Sierra City, CA
$4,793/mo
U.S. national average
$4,692/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sierra City vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,793/mo
$4,841/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sierra City, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,600/mo
Private
$4,300/mo
Studio
$5,043/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,558/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,557/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,495/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Sierra City over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sierra City, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Sierra City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sierra City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sierra City

Atria Summit Ridge in Reno, NV

5.0
This is an upscale assisted living facility with excellent staff, food, and activities which are appropriate and enriching to residents.

Brookdale Reno

4.0
I would say there is a high staff turnover but I still feel it is the best fit for my husband. I like that he has a private bedroom with a window, personal climate control, and bathroom with toilet and sink. They also have a lovely and well maintained outdoor space surrounding the facility.

Arbors Memory Care in Sparks, NV

5.0
The admin is knowledgeable, caring, and efficient. Caregivers are just that — caring. The facility is immaculate and well thought out. The gardens are just the cherry on top. It feels like a resort.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities. For example, at Kiley Ranch, residents praise the long-term relationships they have formed with caregivers, while at Country Crest Senior Living, Pacifica Senior Living's staff are described as ' ...
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High-quality, diverse activities. Residents appreciate the range of specialized activities offered at their communities. At Cascades of Grass Valley, Cascades provides card games, bingo, exercise classes, and seated volleyball, while Atria Summit Ridges Atria Summit Ridge offers facts-for-fun and technology assistance.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including private rooms and common areas. For instance, at Park Place Assisted Living, Park Place Assisted Living's cottages are described as 'beautiful' and 'cozy,' while MorningStar Senior Living of Sparkss MorningStar ...
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Personalized care and attention. Residents express gratitude for the individualized care and accommodation of their unique needs. At Atria Summit Ridge, Atria Summit Ridge's staff 'go the extra mile' with kindness, while MorningStar Senior Living of Sparkss MorningStar Senior Living of Sparks ensures residents' requests are ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Throughout the reviews, the quality and choice of meals stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Cascades of the Sierra, residents appreciate the value for cost and food being 'decent but very small portions,' while Atria Grass Valleys Atria Grass Valley serves 'be ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Residents often mention the sense of belonging and friendship they have found among their neighbors and staff. For example, at Atria Summit Ridge, Atria Summit Ridge fosters a sense of 'community,' while Kiley Ranchs Kiley Ranch encourages intergenerational relationships.
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Sierra City review score based on 118 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 118 reviews of 31 Sierra City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sierra City 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

Sierra City review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
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8.8
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8.8
Gold Mountain, CA32 facilities

Review subcategories for Sierra City 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 118 reviews of 31 Sierra City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sierra City 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.
Sierra City, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Sierra City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sierra City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sierra City, 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 Sierra City 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 Sierra City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sierra City, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.5%
52.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.9%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.7%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.4%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.6%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sierra City 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 Sierra City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sierra City, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.5%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.6%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.4%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sierra City 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 Sierra City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sierra City, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.1%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.4%
16.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Sierra City 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 Sierra City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sierra City, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.8%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
58.1%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.5%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sierra City 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 Sierra City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sierra City, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
64.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.2%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.1%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.5%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.5%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.3%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.1%
35.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.5%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
64.5%
47%
Dances
Dances
41.9%
30.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.5%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sierra City

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 Sierra City protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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Atria Summit Ridge, Atria Grass Valley and MorningStar Senior Living of Sparks are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sierra City, California. See full list of communities.

There are 34 assisted living facilities near Sierra City, California. See the full list.

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