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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Merlin, CA
If your loved one needs memory care in Merlin, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Merlin, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Merlin incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Merlin memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Merlin, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Paradise, Concow and Quincy.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Paradise, Concow and Quincy.
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9.8
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26 reviews
Brought my parents to visit & everyone was so friendly here. My mom have a friend that lives here so we join her for lunch here and there. The servers & staff are always so sweet to us. The food is great...
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.
Nestled in Sierra Sunrise Village, overlooking California Park Lake in Chico, Ca. The Terraces Retirement Community offers residents comfort, and well being in a pleasant active environment. The Terraces Retirement Community offers three lifestyle choices for your enjoyment and peace of mind:...
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8.5
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15 reviews
The staff and care team are amazing !! My dad is really thriving at Roseleaf . I've never had an issue with dad's care or safety which is very important to me .
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.
At Roseleaf in Chico, California “We treat every individual as such.“Person-centered care was developed by professional care providers who have worked for many years to improve the lives and outcomes for individuals with dementia. We agree that the best level of care is tailored to each...
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7.2
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23 reviews
It is generally a good experience. The staff was caring and helpful. Biggest problem was they were struggling to keep the number of staff up to needed levels. My loved one needed more encouragement to...
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.
WindChime Senior Living is located at beautiful California Park Lake in Chico, CA. Many studios overlook the lake or courtyard. Our residents enjoy a variety of activities catered to their interest, to include field trip outings and shopping. Our dedicated staff, Care Partners, Medication...
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We have found that Atria Paradise, CA was the best place for mother compared to the other facilities in the area. She stayed there 10 months. She became more social as time went on. We were glad that she...
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.
Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains lies Atria Paradise, an independent and assisted living community for active older adults in historic Butte County. As part of the Chico metropolitan area, Atria is located near restaurants, medical centers, shops, museums, places of worship...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of memory care in Merlin, CA
The average cost of senior living in Merlin is $5,303 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tehama, CA with an average of $4,333 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Merlin
Recent reviews for memory care in Merlin
Windchime of Chico
4.0
This community is not what I wanted for my husband's care. The community did not have access to water. The staff did not make sure that he was not giving him the care that i needed. The community was clean and the activiites were offered to him. I would recommend this community, but they need to ...
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The Terraces Senior Living in Chico, CA
5.0
My mom has been at the Terraces for about 2 years, great sense of commusty she is engaged and active; and living her best life thanks to the Terraces, she is 93 and will be sticking around. ?
Atria Paradise
4.0
At Atria Paradise, we’ve found a place for mom AND dad. Mom has dementia and is in memory care, Dad is supposed to be in assisted living, but the staff at Atria has allowed my Dad to sleep with my Mom in memory care. The staff is easy to communicate with and they answer all of your questions. ...
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Merlin memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merlin memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merlin, 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 Merlin memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Merlin 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
80%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merlin memory care
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 Merlin Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merlin, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
80%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merlin memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merlin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merlin, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
100%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Merlin memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merlin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merlin, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
60%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
80%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merlin memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Merlin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
80%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
60%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Terraces Senior Living, Roseleaf Gardens and Windchime of Chico are the top-rated memory care facilities near Merlin, California. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Merlin, California. See the full list.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Merlin, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merlin, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Merlin, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Merlin, California ranges from $1461 to $10505. The average Memory Care cost in Merlin, California is $5,303. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Merlin, California typically starts at $1461. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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