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Fresno is more than an affordable place to retire. It’s home to a wealth of options for those with memory care needs. Nestled in the San Joaquin Valley, Fresno is known for vast fruit orchards, the picturesque Sierra Nevada Mountains, farm-to-fork dining, and a wealth of senior activities. Fresno memory care communities provide specialized assisted living services designed for seniors with memory loss, whether it’s related to Alzheimer’s disease or a different form of dementia. Your loved one can receive skilled care and observation in a variety of community types, from stand-alone memory care communities to intimate residential care homes.
To help families and seniors during this time of transition, we created this all-inclusive guide to Fresno memory care communities. We highlight 19 of our partner communities within a 10-mile radius of north-central Fresno. You’ll find helpful categories and descriptions in this guide and learn what to expect from our partner facilities. Our goal is to help your family choose the right community for your loved one. We also include in-depth information on Fresno memory care costs, payment tips, local resources for seniors, and how families can spend quality time together in Fresno.
Types of care available in Fresno, CA
Memory Care
We are very pleased with the senior living experience at Bethel Lutheran Home in Selma, CA. The apartment is large and spacious accommodating any physical needs. The quality to which the complex is maintained is one of the best I have seen. Apartments are well maintained and upgraded. The grounds are so neatly kept that it makes your outside experience so enjoyable. The staff has been outstanding from day one. Their attention to the needs and concerns of their tenants is number one in all phases of their organization--Human Resources, Administrative staff, Maintenance, Housekeeping, the Dining Café.
The whole Staff at Paintbrush Assisted Living and Memory Care in Fresno, Ca has given excellent care to my mom, [name removed]. They treat her well and we are so appreciative of the care they show to her.
Staff is extremely friendly. Everyone knows my mom's name. They all know me, too. Food is really good. Sometimes not spiced enough. Always something to eat. Apartment is kept clean. Bed sheets changed once a week and washed. I would recommend this facility to others.
9525 N. Fort Washington Rd., Fresno, CA 93730
Located on the North Side of Fresno, in the Woodward Park area near San Joaquin River, this is retirement living that's so fun you'll ask yourself, 'Am I retired or am I on vacation?' Here is just a little of what your day might be like living at Fairwinds - Woodward Park Retirement Community. ...
I have no negative comments to make regarding Fairwinds Woodward Park. Friendly, competent staff. Clean, up-to-date accommodations. I feel the meals are just fine - not gourmet of course - but just fine!
6075 N Marks Ave, Fresno, CA 93711
Known for our expertise in providing care for those with memory impairments, Summerfield of Fresno was purpose built to meet our residents' special needs. With spacious grounds and a warm, homelike interior, our residents are encouraged and empowered as we care for them on their journey. We...
I would highly recommend Summerfield to anyone who is looking for a great place that provides memory care. What I love the most is I feel like my father has an extended family here. Summerfield will become...
1100 E Spruce Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
Experience Life at The Windham.Imagine living in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Fresno on a beautiful 10-acre campus with lush landscaping and walking paths, close to shopping, restaurants, and medical services, and just minutes from Woodward Park. At The Windham you get all this and...
When looking for an assisted living place for mom, Windham had a warm welcome feeling. After I had a tour of the facility, I said hello to one of the residents that I did not know, and she asked me if my...
4356 W. Ashlan Ave, Fresno, CA 93722
Family owned with deep roots in the local community, Paintbrush seeks to promote and enhance independence, wellbeing and security of our residents.Our leadership team's experience and passion for serving our residents and each other is reflected in each interaction.From the craftsman-style...
Make sure if they have adequate amount of staffing, check their menu/food given to elderly, prepped appropriately, types of food given to avoid choking hazards. For memory care individuals, meats should be...
1425 E. Nees Avenue, Fresno, CA 93720
Cedarbrook Memory Care Community is a proud member of Koelsch Senior Communities. Koeslch is a family owned company - serving seniors since 1958. With over half a century of experience, you can be certain our family will take great care of yours. Koelsch has always prided itself on its hands-on...
We looked at other facilities, but this had the best staff. We picked it because it had lots of sunlight, and it wasn't dark and dreary, and it was very clean. [name removed] was very compassionate and...
1715 E Alluvial Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
Situated on five beautifully manicured acres, Pacifica Fresno is a senior living community where active older adults continue to pursue the passions they’ve always enjoyed.This independent and assisted living community offers a selection of one- and two-bedroom apartments with an array of...
My loved one is a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Fresno. The staff is AMAZING! However, it's the new owners that are failing. The carpets are nasty and should be replaced like we were told at the time of...
6161 W Spruce Ave, Fresno, CA 93722
Welcome to Kingston Bay Senior Living, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care in the heart of Fresno. Life at Kingston Bay Senior Living starts with spacious, elegant appointed surroundings, coupled with exceptional, personalized and supportive care.Our signature In the Moment Memory Support...
My overall best and positive experience has been with "A Place for Mom". Simply the professionalism and efficiency to help things go smoothly. Kingston Bay was a very good experience for the most part. Leah...
7444 North Cedar Avenue, Fresno, CA 93720
Conveniently located in central Fresno, CANear Cedar Vista Hospital, St. Agnes Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Medical CenterScenic views of parks and gardensClose to shopping, dining and recreationThe Grove located in Fresno, California, is an assisted living community of active seniors who...
I have had friends ask me and I am highly encouraging them to consider the Grove. I'm speaking to one about it tomorrow. The staff at the Grove is incredible. The fact that a large part of the staff are...
5605 N. Gates Ave, Fresno, CA 93722
Oakmont of Fresno is a family owned and operated community newly opened in March 2015. Features include industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. If an active lifestyle is what you desire, you'll feel at home at Oakmont where friends and neighbors enjoy our day spa, private movie...
I would have to give Oakmont of Fresno a 4 to call categories, but with that being said my mom is very happy there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other...
7442 N. Millbrook Ave., Fresno, CA 93720
Welcome to Westmont of Fresno Inspired Senior Living. At Westmont we offer assisted living and secure memory care on one beautiful campus. At Cottonwood Court, we realize that nobody knows your loved one better than you and that is what makes us different than other communities. We have created...
The dietary staff is wonderful as are the RA's. The facility itself is clean as a whistle. They treat my loved one with respect.
675 W Alluvial Ave, Clovis, CA 93611
Since 1990, we've provided compassionate and professional assisted living and other senior care services to residents in the Fresno and Clovis areas. Each member of our staff is dedicated to the betterment and enrichment of our residents' lives, whether they're administering dementia care or...
My dad was previously a resident at Truewood by Merrill Clovis and the experience was great for him. They took great care of my dad. Unfortunately, we had to leave because the cost of care was raised out of...
1650 Shaw Ave, Clovis, CA 93611
It can be different ... Let us show you how. Living at Carmel Village at Clovis will allow you to be free from the daily rigors of cooking and cleaning so you can maintain your retirement lifestyle in one of our spacious apartments. Our dedicated staff will take care of the grounds, the...
As an independent living resident, my interaction with the staff and other residents is up to me. I have weekly housekeeping and all maintenance is provided, as needed. My cottage is spacious with a full...
5425 W. Spruce Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722
Bella Vista is a new memory care community that opened in October 2013. Bella Vista, Memory Care Community serves those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. At Bella Vista, we honor the whole person through a person-centered, elder-directed philosophy. Our team members collaborate with family...
Bella Vista staff has heart like no other- they are lead by a group who understand the dementia disease process. No matter what day of the week or time their management has always answered any questions and...
2145 Stanford Ave, Clovis, CA 93611
My loved one's experience with Carmel village is going just fine! The facility is very nice and clean and the staff are very attentive and kind. My loved one gets plenty opportunities to socialize with other...
5555 N. Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93710
Since 1966, The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens has been Fresno's only continuing care retirement community (CCRC), offering a variety of residential options and a full continuum of on-site care, if ever needed. We're proud to be CARF-CCAC accredited for meeting strict national standards for...
I have lived at the Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens for a little over a year and consider the move here as one of the best decisions I've ever made. Moving is a big hassle, but soooo worth it! Everyone here...
2020 N Weber Ave, Fresno, CA 93705
2121 North First St, Fresno, CA 93703
Nazareth House is a Catholic assisted living community owned by the Sisters of Nazareth and located in central Fresno, Fresno County, California. Recently celebrating 60 years of serving the Fresno senior community, Nazareth House welcomes seniors seeking supportive services in a compassionate...
My father moved into Nazareth House several months ago. As with any life change, there is an adjustment. The staff at Nazareth House have been caring and supportive of his needs, as well as ours during...
4844 East Gettysburg Avenue, Fresno, CA 93726
Gettysburg Christian Home is a senior care home located in the beautiful city of Fresno, CA in Fresno County. Our loving community overlooks the magnificent San Joaquin Valley and stunning city views on the eastern side. Fresno is known for its cultural diversity and the fresh atmosphere making...
This facility was good, overall. I will say it seems to be a better fit for residents with mental challenges rather than physical challenges like our loved one had. The facility was kept clean. We were there...
540 South Peach Avenue, Fresno, CA 93727
Vintage Gardens is a 79 unit community with beautifully landscaped grounds and tastefully decorated common areas. We are located minutes from various shopping areas. Our apartments have private bathrooms with emergency call systems in place. Each apartment has individually controlled...
My father lived there for almost 2 years until he passed away. He was blind, couldn't talk due to stroke, and eventually needed a wheelchair. We were under the previous care staff and they took pretty good...
2020 North Weber Avenue, Fresno, CA 93705
2715 Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93721
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
2201 Calaveras St., Fresno, CA 93721
4983 E Olive Ave, Fresno, CA 93727
2811 W. California Avenue, Fresno, CA 93706
1717 S. Winery Ave., Fresno, CA 93727
According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average cost families and seniors paid for our partnering Fresno memory care communities in 2023 was $5,028 per month. This cost is what seniors actually paid for their desired floor plans, meal and care services, and any other additional fees for service add-ons.[01]
That average monthly cost of our partner Fresno memory care communities includes a lot, even without add-on services. Explore the typical cost breakdown below to learn what baseline memory care costs in Fresno may include:
The costs below are baseline prices for the greater Fresno area that don’t include any add-on fees. These figures can be helpful as you compare costs of living for other Fresno-area memory care communities.
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Below we guide you through your memory care payment options. First, you’ll learn about personal payment options and how you and your senior loved one may combine them with senior benefits. Next, you’ll browse senior benefits that may lower the costs associated with memory care.
Included in this section are Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Social Security. Tabs for each benefit contain access to application links and local benefit assistance contact information. We hope that reviewing this section will help you discover the best combination of payment options, to get the most out of private funds and potential benefits.
Seniors and families typically use personal income sources, like savings accounts, investment returns, pensions, and Social Security benefits to cover some of their Fresno memory care costs. One or a combination of the following options can also increase your loved one’s personal funding for long-term memory care, depending on current resources:
Fresno memory care communities are licensed by the California Department of Social Services (also referred to as CDSS). These communities fall under the title of Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE).
Each community licensed as a RCFE must adhere to specific regulations:
Resident and staff requirements
Fresno memory care communities are required to assess seniors prior to move-in. Your loved one’s assessment may include a review of their health history and an interview with the senior and your family.
Memory care communities are also required to have enough staff at all times to provide care for residents. Regardless of the number of residents, all memory care facilities must have one staff member awake and on duty at night. If the facility has more than 16 residents, it must also have an on-call staff member. In addition, every staffed caregiver must have a minimum of eight annual hours in dementia-specific training to care for the specialized needs of seniors with dementia.
Inspections
The CDSS inspects each Fresno memory care facility once a year and no later than 10 days after a complaint has been filed. The CDSS has a Care Facility Search site where you can find lists of memory care facilities and their inspection reports.
To navigate the Care Facility Search site, scroll to “Search By Facility Group,” choose “Elderly Assisted Living,” choose the “Facility Type” and “Fresno County,” and then click on the search button. The site also allows you to search by facility name or address if you already have that information.
California Department of Health contact information
California Department of Public Health
1616 Capitol Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95899-7377
Phone: 916-558-1784
Fresno County follows the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) COVID-19 guidance. Fresno encourages its residents to continue accessing vaccines and tests when needed, but there’s no current mask mandate.
Please note that some Fresno memory care communities may have their own COVID-19 guidelines. We recommend speaking with a community you’re interested in to learn about what rules are currently in effect.
Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
Fresno memory care facilities were created for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. To make sure your senior family member gets the care they need, each community has highly trained caregivers, memory care therapies, and dementia-friendly layouts that provide familiarity and security.
Choose from the range of memory care community types below to find the best fit for your loved one’s needs.
Among our partner memory care communities, 47% are residential care homes, sometimes known in Fresno as simply care homes. These communities are typically smaller in size than larger community facilities, as they’re traditional residential homes converted into memory care homes. They also have fewer residents than larger facilities, with memory care services provided in a cozy, family-like environment.
Fresno memory care homes offer amenities and activities to support a fulfilled, homey life:
Services in these care homes are comparable to those found in larger memory care facilities. Baseline services typically include:
Approximately 42% of our partner memory care communities share a campus with other types of senior care. You’ll find a range of care combinations all on the same campus, whether it’s memory care with assisted living, independent living, or a campus with all three care types.
What’s more, about half of these combined care communities also provide on-site skilled nursing services. Meaning, if your loved one moves into a combined senior care community for their memory care needs, they may be able to transition to a nursing level of care without having to move. These combined-care communities are also great for partners with different care needs who wish to live in the same facility.
Amenities you can expect to find at our partner senior care with memory care communities in Fresno can include the following:
Activities you can expect to find at our partner senior care with memory care communities in Fresno can include the following:
Services you can expect to find at our partner senior care with memory care communities in Fresno can include the following:
Our two partner stand-alone Fresno communities provide exclusively for seniors with memory care needs. These stand-alone facilities provide the same types of general assisted living services and amenities as other senior care facilities, while specializing all features for memory care needs — like more security features, family-style meals, and more therapeutic services.
Some families prefer this style of community for their loved ones due to the facility’s extensive dementia-friendly design. Families can also expect all staff and caregivers in these memory care exclusive communities to be highly trained with advanced memory care training and experience. From environmental sensory cues to individualized activities, therapies, and supports, stand-alone communities can provide a haven for your loved one and their unique needs.
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Approximate number of seniors age 75+ living in Fresno
Approximately 8% of the Fresno population is comprised of seniors age 75+.
Approximately 42% of Fresno households speak a language other than English at home.[02]
Find local health care options that work for the senior in your life. Fresno has a variety of local health care options, from a veteran-specific clinic to medical centers with doctors who specialize in Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Community Regional Medical Center is a general medical and surgical hospital. It’s staffed with medical professionals that specialize in Alzheimer’s disease. It’s also a teaching hospital that ranks highly for specialties related to heart failure, stroke, and uterine cancer.
Fresno Heart and Surgical Hospital is a heart facility in the Community Regional Medical Center network. They have dozens of private suites for patients and are located across the street from an advanced diagnostic laboratory.
Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center is a general medical and surgical hospital with a dedicated memory care clinic. It ranks highly for adult needs such as heart failure, kidney failure, stroke, and pneumonia.
Fresno Veterans Affairs Medical Center is a general medical and surgical hospital. Veterans can access care 24/7, including primary care and many types of specialty health care services.[07]
Fresno has a few bike-friendly routes and walkable areas for visitors, but it’s generally considered a car-dependent city. That’s why 90% of A Place for Mom’s partner Fresno memory care communities provide either complimentary or at-cost transportation services to their residents. These transportation services are a secure way for seniors with dementia to participate in community outings and attend appointments.
The options outlined below are additional ways you can explore Fresno alongside your loved one.
The Fresno Area Express (or FAX) is the local public transportation service. Local family and friends can visit their loved one using this service, if they have no transportation of their own. All buses can accommodate seniors and people with physical disabilities, and there are routes throughout the city. The following FAX features can be found on all buses to help visitors and their senior loved ones get around Fresno:
Lyft and Uber are the shared ride services typically readily available in Fresno. Both are great options for visitors who want to get around without depending on their own cars. These local services are especially common in the area, and some allow you to schedule rides ahead of time. Local taxi services are another popular option for visitors to use. However, seniors with dementia should not access these modes of public transportation without a caregiver.
Nestled in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, Fresno provides an expansive Californian playground for you to explore with your senior loved one. The city is only a 40-minute drive from the spellbinding beauty of Yosemite and the stunning Sierra National Forest. In addition, Fresno is only three hours away from the cities of Los Angeles and Santa Cruz. But if you want to stay around town, there are still plenty of engaging possibilities.
Browse our local highlights below, and curate a Fresno experience for you and your loved one. We also recommend perusing the helpful Visit Fresno County website to browse other accessible, senior-friendly activities you can peacefully enjoy as a family.
Botanical gardens, golf courses, and parks allow visitors to create peaceful outdoor memories with their senior loved ones:
Accompany your loved one to these local live events:
There’s strong sense of community throughout this historical city. Find your and your loved one’s niche in locales like these:
Take your loved one out to experience what makes Fresno most notable, the freshest produce and flavorful foods:
Truewood by Merrill, Clovis, Park Visalia Assisted Living & Memory Care and Cogir of Cedar Creek are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Fresno, CA. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Memory Care in Fresno is 4,009 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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