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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lyon County, NV

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Assisted living costs in Lyon County average about $4,977 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 30 communities in Lyon County. Our detailed directory has 308 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 Yerington, Wellington and Schurz.

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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.
Photo of Riverhaven Residential 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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Cost of assisted living in Lyon County, NV

The average cost of senior living in Lyon County is $4,977 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fallon Station, NV with an average of $3,596 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lyon County, NV, vs. nearby counties

Lyon County, NV
$4,977/mo
$5,323/mo

Assisted living costs in Lyon County, NV, vs. state and national averages

Lyon County, NV
$4,977/mo
$4,599/mo
U.S. national average
$4,835/mo

Assisted living costs in Lyon County, NV, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,977/mo
$5,196/mo

Assisted living costs in Lyon County, NV, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,534/mo
Studio
$5,872/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,823/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,649/mo

Senior living costs in Lyon County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lyon County, NV
Column state: Nevada
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLyon County, NVNevadaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,977/mo$4,599/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,196/mo$5,103/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living$3,990/mo$3,828/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Lyon County, NV:$4,977/mo
Nevada:$4,599/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Lyon County, NV:$5,196/mo
Nevada:$5,103/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Lyon County, NV:$3,990/mo
Nevada:$3,828/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lyon County, NV

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 Lyon County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lyon County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lyon County

The Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care Community in Carson City, NV

4.1
The Lodge is a beautiful facility. It is warm and welcoming. They, like many places, are struggling with staff shortages. This often leads to delay in housekeeping and or maintenance. The biggest drawback that I have seen is a delay in responding to the paging by residents in case of their ...
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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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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.

Lyon County review score based on 77 family reviews

7.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 77 reviews of 27 Lyon County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lyon County 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

Lyon County review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Lyon County, NV27 facilities
5.0
Yerington, NV14 facilities
4.9
Smith Valley, NV10 facilities

Review subcategories for Lyon County 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 77 reviews of 27 Lyon County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lyon County 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.
Lyon County, NV averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.2
3.7
Activities
3.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.0
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Lyon County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lyon County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lyon County, 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 Lyon County 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 Lyon County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lyon County, NVNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lyon County 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 Lyon County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lyon County, NVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lyon County 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 Lyon County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lyon County, NVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Lyon County 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 Lyon County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lyon County, NVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
37%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lyon County 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 Lyon County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lyon County, NVNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
40.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
18.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lyon County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Nevada assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lyon County protect seniors.
Learn about Nevada assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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