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6 Best Nursing Homes in Polaris, CA

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Polaris is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 6 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Polaris, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Polaris is about $4,978, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 135 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Polaris, CA

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Photo of Atria Summit Ridge
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44 Floor plans available
9.9
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78 reviews
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What an honor it is to be part of the Atria Summit Ridge Community! My 98-year-old mom has been a resident in her beautiful apartment for 8 months. Because I'm a frequent visitor, I've seen and experienced...
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 Atria Summit Ridge, you'll find the perfect balance of relaxation and activity in a beautifully landscaped Nevada home. Engage in a variety of recreational and educational opportunities, or relax outside by our secluded courtyard and fountain. Located in the heart of Reno, Atria Summit Ridge...
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2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.3
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17 reviews
7.3
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17 reviews
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35%
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I am very impressed with the caregivers and find them loving, patient and truly caring. The facility itself is very nice and well-suited for Dementia residents. The food is very good but no access to...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Here at Stone Valley, we are more than a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. Located just few blocks away from Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center and Tahoe Pacific Hospital, it offers a warm and welcoming senior community for those in need of assisted living, transitional...
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She hasn't complained. She's been good and she's getting better. They are always nice and polite. They are very good. It's actually doesn't smell like an old person's house.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Sierra Ridge Health and Wellness Suites is a leading destination for senior healthcare and rehabilitation in Reno, Nevada. Our state-of-the-art facility was finished in the summer of 2017 to serve Washoe County and surrounding communities. Our 67,000 square foot, 136-bed facility features single...
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New facility, well taken care of and very approachable staff top to bottom. The only dig would be that the staff spoke Spanish when they're working in the room with the patient. For my 91 year old father he...
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.
Summerset Senior Living Reno is a beautifully-designed senior living community in North West Reno. Enjoy the views of snow capped mountains with easy access from Interstate 80 at the Robb Drive exit. Our convenient location is close to dining, shopping, community parks, and first-class...
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I really like this facility. The people who work here are lovely and my Mother is enjoying the care. I know that she is safe here and they have a really good nursing staff. It's a very clean facility, but...
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.
The Seasons of Reno offers both assisted living and specialized memory care services to seniors in Reno, Nevada. Our outstanding compassionate caregivers are the heart of our community, and we pride ourselves on treating each resident as a friend and family member. Each resident is assisted...
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The Season's of Reno is the best place for Seniors. The entire Staff are Wonderful!! They are very professional but also very welcoming. I can call them anytime to get information or updates about my loved...
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 nursing homes in Polaris, CA

The average cost of senior living in Polaris is $4,978 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Loyalton, CA with an average of $4,742 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Polaris, CA, vs. nearby cities

Polaris, CA
$4,978/mo
$4,952/mo

Nursing homes costs in Polaris, CA, vs. state and national averages

Polaris, CA
$4,978/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

Nursing homes costs in Polaris, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,117/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,978/mo

Nursing homes costs in Polaris, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,843/mo
Studio
$5,828/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,820/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,245/mo

Senior living costs in Polaris vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Polaris, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typePolaris, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,978/mo$5,473/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$5,117/mo$4,510/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$5,117/mo$5,473/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living$4,473/mo$4,713/mo$4,158/mo
Nursing Homes
Polaris, CA:$4,978/mo
California:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Polaris, CA:$5,117/mo
California:$4,510/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Polaris, CA:$5,117/mo
California:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Polaris, CA:$4,473/mo
California:$4,713/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Polaris

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Polaris

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.

The Seasons in Reno, NV

5.0
Management is 100% understanding of everything. They were very interested in why were were moving from another community and what my loved one's needs were. The staff are caring. They constantly check in. Their scheduling is phenomenal. They rely on emergency bracelets as opposed to calls ...
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Sierra Ridge in Reno, NV

5.0
Sierra Ridge was very good! I'm not going to lay there I like to work out all the time. I found a few times I wasn't able to because there wasn't a physical that could assist me at the time. I got such good care. The nursing staff is magnificent! There was a lady there I would refer to as Big ...
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Polaris nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polaris nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polaris, 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 Polaris 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 Polaris that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Polaris, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Polaris 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 Polaris Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polaris, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polaris 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 Polaris partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polaris, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Polaris 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 Polaris communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polaris, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Polaris 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 Polaris offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polaris, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
0.4%
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Atria Summit Ridge, Stone Valley Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care and Sierra Ridge are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Polaris, California. See full list of communities.

There are 6 nursing homes facilities near Polaris, California. See the full list.

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