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10 Best Nursing Homes in Merlin, CA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Merlin nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Merlin, CA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Merlin or another care type is right for you. Browse 12 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Merlin.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Feather Falls, Mineral Slide and Paradise.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Feather Falls, Mineral Slide and Paradise.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Merlin, CA
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66 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
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:...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
SunBridge Care Center for Paradise has established a reputation for quality care and exceptional customer service. Our beautifully landscaped center surrounded by pines creates an atmosphere of tranquility and comfort in which our residents can rest and recuperate. We offer a wide range of...
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 nursing homes in Merlin, CA
The average cost of senior living in Merlin is $5,303 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portola, CA with an average of $4,366 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Merlin
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Merlin
Windchime of Chico
5.0
My brother was a resident at Windchime of Chico and everything was great for him. I am so grateful for the care that he received at this facility.
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 nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merlin nursing homes 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 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 Merlin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merlin, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merlin 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 Merlin Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merlin, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merlin 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 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
50%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
83.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Merlin 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 Merlin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merlin, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
66.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Merlin 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 Merlin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merlin, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Terraces Senior Living, Roseleaf Gardens and Windchime of Chico are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Merlin, California. See full list of communities.
There are 12 nursing homes facilities near Merlin, California. See the full list.
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