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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Assisted living costs in South Lake Tahoe average about $5,481 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in South Lake Tahoe. Our detailed directory has 58 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 Carson City, Incline Village and Gardnerville.
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From the first day we toured the facility two years ago to present, my opinion has not changed about the care provided by Expressions. I toured several facilities for my mom who is in advanced stages of...
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.
With unbeatable views, a rooftop patio, and award-winning memory care programming, Sierra Basin Memory Care is an industry-leading community for those living with Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia. This community was built in 2019 and consists of 54 apartments for your loved ones to reside in. Our...
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I thought the staff was generally ok. Their best memory person left shortly after my loved one arrived I think because of some internal issues, but no one would say exactly what happened. She had been...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Warmth, joy, freedom…it all awaits you at this stress-free mountain retreat overlooking the Sierras just a half hour from Lake Tahoe. At The Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, named the best senior living community in Carson City, NV five years running, you can finally sit back and...
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This is the best facility I’ve seen as far as cleanliness goes and all of the rooms have been recently updated. It is a smaller community and because of that, they do not have a lot of entertainment. What I...
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.
Looking out to breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Sierra Place is a modern, elegant retirement community adjacent to the Silver Oaks Golf Club and next door to the new Silver Oaks Park.Our community is gated, and arranged like a peaceful village. Interiors are bathed in natural...
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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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My parents stayed at The Chateau in Gardnerville and they really liked it. The facility was clean, the food was good, the rooms were a good size, the staff was wonderful and the activities were enjoyable. My...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Brookdale Gardnerville provides assisted living and memory care to seniors in Douglas County, Nevada, where we enjoy small town living with wonderful views of the Sierra Nevada and Pine Nut Mountains. Gardnerville is only 17 miles from Lake Tahoe, a favorite destination for our residents. In case...
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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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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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Cost of assisted living in South Lake Tahoe, CA
The average cost of senior living in South Lake Tahoe is $5,481 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Corral, CA with an average of $4,132 per month.
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Lake Tahoe, CA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Lake Tahoe, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in South Lake Tahoe
Recent reviews for assisted living in South Lake Tahoe
The Chateau at Gardnerville
5.0
The staff team here has been great and I have no complaints. During the process of them reassessing my love one they have been very communicative and supportive. They do provide activities for residents to participate in to stimulate and engage themselves. My love on has home care people coming ...
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Sierra Basin Memory Care in Carson City, NV
5.0
Mom is very happy, playing her piano with all her friends. The staff do not wear name tags so mom thinks they are all her friends. The staff is extremely helpful and caring for my mom. Very easy access to get in by ringing the doorbell and entering the front door. There’s always somebody to take ...
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The Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care Community in Carson City, NV
3.8
I thought the staff was generally ok. Their best memory person left shortly after my loved one arrived I think because of some internal issues, but no one would say exactly what happened. She had been there like 15 years. They also seem to have a lot of new employees, so I don't know what is ...
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South Lake Tahoe assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Lake Tahoe assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Lake Tahoe, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
52.3%
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
42.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Lake Tahoe, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Lake Tahoe, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Lake Tahoe, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Lake Tahoe, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Lake Tahoe
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 South Lake Tahoe protect seniors.
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Sierra Basin Memory Care, The Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care Community and Sierra Place Retirement Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Lake Tahoe, California. See full list of communities.
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