Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Kern County, CA below include 15 memory care communities with 157 reviews. On average in Kern County, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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CARING STARS WINNER
350 Calloway Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312
4.6
(37 reviews)
"I loved everything about Brookdale Riverwalk. It would be a very nice place to retire. The apartment was very spacious, very bright, and very clean. They had everything you would expect in an independent living place for seniors. The staff who gave t..."
$2,995
CARING STARS WINNER
8100 Westwold Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311
4.2
(38 reviews)
"My mother moved to Magnolia Place's assisted living. When I went there, it just felt like they were going to work very much with my mom to get her to be as independent as possible, and they have done that. They've been very good to her. They have exe..."
$4,000
4301 Buena Vista St, Bakersfield, CA 93311
4.4
(10 reviews)
"Ivy Park is a beautiful assisted living community. The many rooms for the guests to enjoy (dining room, library/game room, exercise room, movie theater, piano room, etc.) are beautifully furnished and inviting to be in. The apartments are also lovely..."
$4,495
5300 Hageman Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308
5.0
(3 reviews)
"My mom is here. The location is amazing. The facility is beautiful, new, clean, and smells amazing. My mom is in the memory care section, and it is very nice, clean, and well taken care of. Also, my mom has been taken care of very well. I'm very plea..."
$4,300
810 S Union Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307
4.0
(5 reviews)
"I had an in-person tour of Redwood Senior Living Bakersfield. The thing I like most is that they are willing to accommodate you. They provide diapers, which a lot of places won't. There's always someone there to help you bathe. They bathe you every o..."
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4501 Upland Point Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93306
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My uncle really liked The Pointe At Summit Hills. The apartments were very nice and the place was very clean. We were checking out their assisted living and memory care, and Bridget was very helpful and very nice. They do exercise, they have activit..."
$5,000
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818 Real Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Real Care Living, located at 818 Real Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309, is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community known as Real Care Luxury Assisted Living. Nestled in a spacious, inviting campus offering private studios, one‑bedroom units, and semi‑private rooms, this community provides 24/7 supervision, medication management, and nursing care (12–16 hours/day), ensuring peace of mind for both residents and families. Services extend beyond daily assistance to include respite stays, memory care programming, and coordination with healthcare professionals. Residents at Real Care Living enjoy a rich array of amenities designed for engagement, wellness, and comfort. On-site offerings include a beauty/barber shop, spa and sauna facilities, a game and activity room, library, fitness center, saltwater pool with aqua therapy, garden and patio spaces, and communal bistro or coffee shop . Housekeeping and laundry services (both linens and clothing), as well as resident and guest parking, ensure a convenient lifestyle. Organized programs span music, games, book clubs, arts and crafts, yoga, gardening, fitness classes, and regular off-site excursions to promote social connection and an active lifestyle. Dining is equally thoughtful, featuring room service, shared meals, dietary accommodations (including diabetic, kosher, vegetarian, pureed, low/no‑sodium), and guest dining options. What truly sets Real Care Living apart is its thoughtful blend of mid‑century design and intentional programming tailored for those with memory care needs. The facility features secure, engaging spaces that foster comfort and connection, including personalized cognitive and emotional support. Staff are bilingual in English and Spanish, reflecting a commitment to inclusive, culturally sensitive care. Situated near downtown Bakersfield with convenient access to local attractions like Dutch Bros Coffee, The Habit, Jastro Park, and Beale Park, residents can stay connected to the community. Complementing its amenities, Real Care Living is noted for its beautiful, well‑decorated rooms, manicured walking paths, and warm, safety‑focused environment—all underscored by excellent reviews from families and industry professionals. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$2,000
32 Burlando Road, Kernville, CA 93238
Providing Seniors with Companionship, Security and Peace of Mind Welcome to the Kern River Valley, a resort community nestled in the hills of the Southern Sierra Nevada Mountains. A popular retirement area, the Kern River Valley is home to many recreational opportunities including, fishing, fly fishing, boating, jet skiing, water skiing, sailing, rafting, camping, hiking and much more. Kern Village Assisted Living is a Senior Community. Senior communities are for seniors who can take care of themselves, but may receive additional services like transportation to a convenience store, bank, barber/beauty shop. We offer resident laundry, housekeeping, and security. Contact us for a list of all services and amenities that are provided here. Also, Kern Village Assisted Living is a Micro community, which means it is a smaller senior community. Some people prefer it for its smaller less institutional setting. Basically, we are designed to bridge the gap between independent living and nursing home facilities. When thinking about how to pay for care, assisted living facilities are generally less expensive than nursing homes, contact us to see if assisted living is a viable option for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$2,000
250 East Tulare Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263
4.5
(15 reviews)
"Carrington of Shafter is very caring and very committed to my friend's care. They're also very committed to letting her do as much as possible on her own, and assisting her instead of doing them for her. So, the people are all wonderful. The resident..."
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3209 Brookside Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311
4.7
(10 reviews)
"I toured the memory care of Riverstone Terrace for my dad. I like the environment, how the staff is professional, the services that are offered, the activities, and the cleanliness of the facility. The person who gave me the tour was the director, I ..."
$3,500
1301 New Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309
4.1
(24 reviews)
"I love Rosewood. When I first moved in, my husband was deathly ill. I just couldn't take care of him at home anymore. I was very appreciative of living here. We could get exercise and get all kinds of help. I didn't have to cook anymore, which was ab..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
11711 Stonington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312
4.5
(6 reviews)
"I visited Bella Vita Senior Living. I like the location and it was extremely clean. We were there at lunch. It was a man who showed me around and he was so nice and so patient. The food they were serving smelled and looked very, very good. The kitch..."
$3,800
1240 COLLEGE HEIGHTS BLVD., Ridgecrest, CA 93555
4.5
(6 reviews)
"I did a tour of High Desert Haven. It was wonderful, they were very responsive. They let us come up several times to take a look around. The place is very clean and very homey. It was a great place. I only dealt with the director. I really didn't see..."
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305 Alum Bay Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93312
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Very beautiful facility feels more like home. They have four private rooms one shared the master, but it seems more like private. They put a wall down the middle to separate and it was wonderful, very competitive pricing compared to other facilitie..."
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364 Garnsey Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Garnsey Garden is a private residential care facility for the Elderly licensed by the State of California Department of Social Services. We are a caring team and dedicated to providing a warm and kind environment for families and their loved ones needing supervision and guidance in everyday living. Serving residents 60 years and above. We are dedicated to quality care of residents, serving with dignity, respect, and compassion. We provide updated training to our staff to provide the best caregivers for your loved ones. We provide a full range of services to meet your loved one`s needs. PHYSICAL ACCOMMODATION: Licensed for non-ambulatory and bedridden. Wheelchair, and walker-friendly. Spacious fully- furnished, single or double occupancy bedrooms. Single private room provided for special rate and request. Elegant home with spacious landscaped backyard and front garden. SAFETY FEATURES: Security gates and monitored alarm system. Locked perimeters. NUTRITION SERVICES: Nutritious, delightful meals served three times a day. Healthy snacks provided in between meals. Modified diets available. PERSONAL CARE: Assistance with personal activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, meals, and mobility tasks. Medication assistance monitored by licensed nurse. All medications are centrally stored and taken by residents according to physician`s orders. Bedside care and tray services for minor temporary illness or recovery from surgery. Transportation assistance in meeting necessary medical and dental needs. Alzheimer`s/Dementia care. Hospice care. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES: Daily activities are planned to include themes centered around the seasons, holidays, etc. Visits from family members and friends are welcome and encouraged. In-home activities: Music, exercise. Dancing, reading, and crafts. Special in-home hair and nail service upon request To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$3,800
In the 2010 census, Kern County's population was 839,631, including around 90,000 residents who were 65 or older. As of 2015, 9.7 percent of these seniors were diagnosed with dementia, and many of them will eventually require care beyond what loved ones are able to provide at home. To meet the needs of these seniors and their families, Kern offers four memory care facilities.
California licenses them as Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs). Note that not all RCFEs provide memory care; those that do must meet special staffing and security requirements to ensure quality care for seniors with dementia.
Memory Care costs in Kern County start around $5,260 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Kern County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Ventura County
$5,749
US
$5,694
Tulare County
$5,654
Santa Barbara County
$5,550
Kern County
$5,260
San Luis Obispo County
$4,296
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.
Kern County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Kern County, please visit our Memory Care in California page.
Kern County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
Amalia
5.0
Review of Riverstone Terrace
I toured the memory care of Riverstone Terrace for my dad. I like the environment, how the staff is professional, the services that are offered, the activities, and the cleanliness of the facility....
Memory Care
Amalia
3.0
Review of Redwood Senior Living Bakersfield
I visited Redwood Senior Living Bakersfield's memory care for my dad. They had the memory care and assisted living patients together, and I feel that my dad needs to be with memory care patients...
Memory Care
Andrew
4.0
Review of Redwood Senior Living Bakersfield
We toured Redwood Senior Living Bakersfield. It was secure, and the ladies who were giving us the tours were very friendly. They answered all our questions. Everybody was nice. We walked by, and...
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