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10 Best Nursing Homes in Arcata, CA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Arcata 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 Arcata, 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 Arcata or another care type is right for you. Browse 16 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Arcata.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Big Lagoon, Sunny Brae and Bayside.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Big Lagoon, Sunny Brae and Bayside.
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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
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.
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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
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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.
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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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
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.
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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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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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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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
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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.
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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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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Arcata, CA
The average cost of senior living in Arcata is $3,868 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westhaven-Moonstone, CA with an average of $3,738 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Arcata, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Arcata, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Arcata, CA by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Arcata
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Arcata
Sequoia Springs Senior Living in Fortuna, CA
3.1
This community seems to be good but due to covid, we have not been able to visit. I would recommend this community to others
Alder Bay Assisted Living in Eureka, CA
3.9
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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Arcata nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arcata nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arcata, 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 Arcata 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 Arcata 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
62.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Arcata 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 Arcata Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Arcata, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Arcata 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 Arcata partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Arcata 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 Arcata communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arcata 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 Arcata offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
0.4%
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First Choice Care Home, Frye's Care Home and Sequoia Springs Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Arcata, California. See full list of communities.
There are 16 nursing homes facilities near Arcata, California. See the full list.
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