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In Fresno, seniors find more than just an affordable place to retire. The scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains, farm-to-fork dining, vast fruit orchards, and much more are here in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. Fresno assisted living communities provide a healthy balance of independence and assistance with activities of daily living, like mealtime and dressing tasks. Senior residents will find a wide range of Fresno offerings that prioritize enriching activities and amenities — they create a fulfilling California retirement and go beyond the assisted living stereotype.
Learn what Fresno assisted living facilities offer in this all-inclusive guide. We highlight 18 in-network listings within a 10-mile radius of north-central Fresno. You’ll understand what to expect from these communities so you and your loved one can find the best fit. We also provide a detailed overview of Fresno assisted living costs, payment tips, local senior resources, and ways seniors and their visitors can have the ultimate Fresno experience.
Types of care available in Fresno, CA
Assisted Living
Our care giver Val was very nice and patient with my mother while she was staying there. Very understanding and interacted with the family very well
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.
Our Mom is doing very well at Royal Gardens. Our family is quite pleased with the high level of care she's receiving, the staff are attentive and great - very professional, communicate with us - and give Mom great care. The grounds and the home are lovely and the staff get Mom up and moving around. They keep her engaged. The home and the beautiful grounds are extremely clean and well taken care of. Importantly, Mom LOVED the food. And she's doing well.
144 Muncie, Fresno, CA 93711
2811 W. California Avenue, Fresno, CA 93706
1717 S. Winery Ave., Fresno, CA 93727
925 North Cornelia, Fresno, CA 93706
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...
175 W. Sierra Ave., Clovis, CA 93612
Our mission is to provide culturally sensitive residential services of the highest quality to our Elderly population in the Fresno/Clovis area. We believe in the principles of prevention, continuity of care, and collaboration with the people most involved in the lives of our residents. We are...
32 West Sierra Avenue, Clovis, CA 93612
7060 N. Main Ave., Clovis, CA 93611
Our homes are especially designed and licensed for those with Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia. We offer private or semi-private rooms and afford our residents the luxury of a - Beautician - Podiatrist - Clergyman visit
5738 North Lola Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722
Everspring Retirement Homeis a residential care home located in the scenic city of Fresno, in Fresno County, California. Our beautiful city has some of the best attractions to offer our residents. We have various city parks, premier shopping venues, a vibrant arts and culture community, and...
1125 Sunnyside Ave, Clovis, CA 93611
292 W. Trenton, Clovis, CA 93619
Mrs. ScottÆs Retirement Home #3, is a beautiful home located in Clovis CA. This home was designed to care for the elderly who are starting to need more constant and consistent care. As many know, it is an extremely hard time for our aging loved ones when they are unable to take care of themselves...
1573 Ash Avenue, Clovis, CA 93611
We have 7 care homes in Clovis, CA area. We have private and semi-private rooms, some of the with private bathrooms. We provide care for dementia and Alzheimer's clients. 24 hour assisted living with 2 loving and caring caregivers. Deliciously prepared meals, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with in...
1549 Douglas Avenue, Clovis, CA 93611
We have 7 care homes in Clovis, CA area. We have private and semi-private rooms, some of the with private bathrooms. We provide care for dementia and Alzheimer's clients. 24 hour assisted living with 2 loving and caring caregivers. Deliciously prepared meals, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with in...
305 W. Lester E. Peach/S. Shepherd, Clovis, CA 93619
Some people may not be aware that there is an assisted living facility that can provide a restful atmosphere for many seniors. The Apricot Mornings Residential Living I will give them access to a quaint and cozy residential home that will only take 6 guests per housing unit. This means that the...
6720 E. Kings Canyon Rd., Fresno, CA 93727
1115 E. Pinehurst, Fresno, CA 93720
Compassionate care in a cozy home like setting. Bedford Care group assisted living homes are just that. It is a little peace of home in a setting where the best care available is offered at a price that is affordable. we want to be your choice when thinking of a safe atmosphere for your loved one...
7447 N. Riverside Drive, Fresno, CA 93722
Arc de Fresno Home Care's mission is to bring our residents’ home into our home. We provide an alternative to large assisted living facilities that tend to feel like hospitals or hotels. We believe that the best way to take good care of seniors needing assistance is in a warm family environment...
501 South Apricot Ave, Fresno, CA 93727
7363 E. Herndon Ave. before Locan, Clovis, CA 93611
7933 E. Herndon Ave. before DeWolf, Clovis, CA 93611
2865 Prescott, Clovis, CA 93619
2124 E Linden Ave., Fresno, CA 93725
Mary's Manor 1Mary’s Manor 1 is located in Fresno county, Fresno CA. This is a residential care home that provides lifestyle assistance to senior residents in a group home setting. Fresno has a semi-arid climate that displays Mediterranean qualities. The perpetually sunny winters are mild. The...
According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average cost that families and seniors paid for Fresno assisted living facilities between 2022 and 2023 was $4,644 per month.[01] This price includes senior care services, room and board, fees, and add-ons like pet rent and parking spaces.
Assisted living monthly costs may include some or all of the following services and amenities bundled into rent:
The figures below are baseline costs for the greater Fresno area. Usually, baseline costs don’t reflect any add-on fees. These figures are helpful when comparing costs of living for Fresno-area assisted living communities.
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Let us walk you through your assisted living payment options. First, we describe your personal payment options, some of which seniors and families can combine with certain senior benefits. Then, we present a detailed overview of several senior benefits that may reduce your assisted living costs. The senior benefits we include are Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Social Security.
By reviewing this section, we hope you’ll understand potential senior benefits and feel confident in combining them effectively. Each tab also has access to benefit applications and local contacts for senior benefit assistance.
Seniors and families typically use personal income sources, like savings accounts, investment returns, pensions, and Social Security benefits to cover a portion of their Fresno assisted living costs. In addition, some of the following options may be used to fund senior care services depending on you and your loved ones’ current resources:
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) regulates and licenses assisted living facilities and residential care homes in Fresno. The CDSS also licenses other senior care facilities in the state, often called Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE).
Seniors must be assessed before moving into a Fresno assisted living facility. The assessment process may involve interviews and health record reviews. In addition, assisted living facilities are required to follow these regulations:
Assisted living facilities are inspected by the CDSS once a year and within 10 days of receiving a complaint. Inspection reports for each licensed community can be found through the CDSS Care Facility Search. Scroll down to “Search By Facility Group,” and select “Elderly Assisted Living.” Then, select the “Facility Type” and “Fresno County.” Finally, click on the search button. Or you can search by facility name or address.
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. Residents should access vaccines and tests as needed, but the mask mandate has been lifted. However, some Fresno assisted living communities may have their own COVID-19 guidelines. Please reach out to communities of interest to understand their current rules.
Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
You or your senior loved one can find the ideal assisted living community in A Place for Mom’s Fresno network. Experience a hassle-free lifestyle rich with senior-specific activities, resort-style amenities, and a unique range of community styles. Fresno’s offerings have something for everyone, whether it’s an intimate residential home or a combined senior care community.
In A Place for Mom’s Fresno network, 61% of the assisted living communities share a campus with other senior living options, such as independent living, memory care, or both. Moving into a combined community enables seniors to transition to other levels of care without having to move when their needs change. The other 39% of in-network assisted living communities are residential care homes, sometimes known in Fresno as care homes. These smaller communities typically offer assisted-living-only services in homelike settings with fewer residents.
Below are the layout options and features typically found in A Place for Mom’s Fresno assisted living network:
Embark on your retirement journey by getting the most out of convenient on-site services. The offerings below are commonly found in A Place for Mom’s partner assisted living communities:
A life of luxury awaits in your new assisted living community. While many of these amenities are found in larger combined communities, there may be fewer amenities in some residential care homes:
Fresno assisted living communities offer much more than bingo. Seniors have the opportunity to create a holistic lifestyle with activities ranging from fitness classes to unique community outings. Here are some popular pastimes:
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Number of seniors over the age of 65 living in Fresno as of 2021
Approximately 18% of the Fresno population is comprised of seniors 65 and older.
Approximately 42% of Fresno households speak a language other than English at home.[02]
Find a medical center that works for you or the senior in your life. Fresno has a variety of local health care options, from cardiology specialists to a veteran-specific clinic.
Fresno has a few bike-friendly routes and walkable areas, but residents and visitors consider it a car-dependent city. That’s why seniors and their loved ones may appreciate knowing that 89% of A Place for Mom’s in-network Fresno assisted living communities provide either complimentary or at-cost transportation. Community transportation services are a safe and convenient way for seniors to participate in community outings, run errands, and attend appointments. The options outlined below are additional senior-friendly and visitor-friendly ways to explore Fresno.
The Fresno Area Express (or FAX) is the city’s public transportation service. Every bus can accommodate seniors and people with physical disabilities, and there are routes throughout Fresno. There’s also a paratransit service called Handy Ride which assists seniors who need more support than FAX already provides. The following FAX features can be found on all buses to help you and your visitors 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. Some local ride-share options even allow riders to schedule trips in advance.
If seniors opt to use a taxi service instead, they can apply for the local Senior Scrip Program through the Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (EOC). This program is exclusively for seniors who are at least 70 years of age, and it provides a 75% discount on rides. Below are the Fresno taxi services that currently participate in the Senior Scrip Program:
Below are Walk Score’s transit rankings for Fresno. These numbers paint a picture of the local environment and how accessible you and your visitors’ preferred transportation methods are. Walk Score ranks cities from zero to 100 based on how easy it is to use and access each transportation method. High scores point to an especially accessible Fresno transportation option.
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Browse local highlights below, and curate a Fresno experience that’s ideal for families and seniors alike. An expansive Californian adventure awaits, from picturesque Yosemite to the Sierra National Forest. We also recommend perusing the helpful Visit Fresno website to learn why seniors choose to claim Fresno as their home.
Spending time with loved ones outdoors is a great way to enjoy Fresno. Visit the Clovis Botanical Garden for themed displays and a calming sensory garden, both of which are accessible to people with disabilities. Or, relax in Woodward Park, known for its tranquil Japanese garden and walking trails. Fresno is also home to lively outdoor markets full of local produce, handmade gifts, food trucks, and more.
Experience the city’s culture at farm-to-table restaurants that offer the fresh, local ingredients that Fresno is known for. To get a feel for Fresno’s diversity, visit the Fresno Art Museum, which has a disability-friendly layout. You can also explore Old Town Clovis and its historic Vintage and Antiques District. For another disability-friendly activity, visit the Forestiere Underground Gardens, where you’ll find wheelchair-accessible tunnels that lead to pristine courtyards and gardens.
The Fresno area is also home to attractions for all ages. Nearby, the Clovis Senior Activity Center provides a haven for seniors who want to foster social relationships or join classes and activities. For the young and the young at heart, Fresno Chaffee Zoo offers wildlife exhibits and a wide range of accommodations for people with disabilities.
Truewood by Merrill, Clovis, Park Visalia Assisted Living & Memory Care and Cogir of Cedar Creek are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Fresno, CA. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Assisted Living in Fresno is 3,381 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Fresno city profile. American Community Survey.
U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. What’s Medicare? Medicare.gov.
California Department of Social Services. (2023). Laws and regulations. CA.gov.
State of California Health and Human Services Agency. Department of Social Services. (2008). Manual of Policies and Procedures Community Care Licensing Division: Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE), Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8.
U.S. World and News Report. (2023). Best hospitals in Fresno, California.
Walk Score. (2023). Living in Fresno.
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