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Photo of The Palms of San Lauren
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I have been very pleased with the Palms. It took my mom about 9 months to make the transition then 1 day she just did the flip and is very happy there. The entry is beautiful. I just like the overall...
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.
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9.7
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9.7
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I found myself suddenly having to find a safe place to place my mother with not a lot of time to make a decision. I had about two weeks. My mother had fallen and could no longer live on her own. I checked a...
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.
Magnolia Place Senior Living is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Bakersfield, California. Field Senior Living is a family owned and operated business in which Dustin and Melissa Fields manage all operations. Our beautiful community has an ideal location in a quiet,...
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I have piece of mind that mom is safe, receiving attention and being cared for. The staff is very friendly and personable with mom and family. It seem a like something is usually going on to keep residents...
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.
Here you have fewer chores and more adventures. Our CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in Bakersfield, California, has independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. And if you or your spouse need more care later, you’ll have the lifestyle...
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I recommend this facility for a loved one. The staff is amazingly cordial. They seem quite efficient, well organized, responsive, professional, courteous.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Discover the relaxing charms of California at Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield. You can find life-enriching recreation, relaxation and activities right where you are at Bakersfield. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care professionals and our...
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It has a very large campus, with about 300 residents. The food here was pretty good. They had a trained chef here. They did have some theft here but they called the police and dealt with it right away.
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.
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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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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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Cost of independent living in Prospero, CA

The average cost of senior living in Prospero is $3,563 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sugarloaf Saw Mill, CA with an average of $3,253 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Prospero, CA vs. nearby cities

Prospero, CA
$3,563/mo
$3,563/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Prospero, CA vs. the state and national average

Prospero, CA
$3,563/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Prospero vs. other types of senior living

$3,928/mo
Independent Living
$3,563/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Prospero, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,198/mo
Studio
$5,608/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,465/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,281/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,302/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Prospero

Recent reviews for independent living in Prospero

Pacifica Senior Living Bakersfield

5.0
Very welcoming and friendly informative food is good, it's a bit overwhelming for mom, were hoping this works. We have never done anything like this, so are not sure what to expect.

The Pointe at Summit Hills in Bakersfield, CA

4.9
The Pointe at Summit Hills is the perfect fit for my Mom. I was very impressed with every staff member I met during my 2 visits prior to deciding to place my Mom here. From the front desk staff, to the servers, and even the groundskeeper and maintenance guy… they ALL knew the residents names and ...
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Columbus Estates in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
This was a very nice community. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff communication with the family, they are responsive with our questions and requests. There are three meals served a day and the residents have choices to choose from. There is ...
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Prospero independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Prospero independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Prospero, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Prospero independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Prospero partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Prospero, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Prospero independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Prospero communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Prospero, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
30%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Prospero independent 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 independent living communities in Prospero offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Prospero, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
40%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
40%
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The Palms of San Lauren, Magnolia Place and Brookdale Riverwalk are the top-rated independent living facilities near Prospero, California. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Prospero, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Prospero, California are Brookdale Riverwalk. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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