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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Chico, CA
Chico is a sprawling city of about 95,000 residents in Butte County, California. This city’s cost of living is considerably below the statewide average and it has a very comfortable year-round climate, making it a viable option for seniors who are seeking assisted living in northern California.
Seniors, who make up about 13% of the population, have a wide array of amenities and points of interest to enjoy, many of which are within easy driving distance from local assisted living facilities. The Chico History Museum, which hosts educational programs and features exhibits with local and historical artifacts, offers discounted admission to seniors aged 65 and over. Older adults who want to stimulate their brains and explore new topics can take non-credit classes through California State University’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
According to data published in the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2019, seniors in Chico pay $4,925 per month on average for assisted living. This is considerably more than the national average of $4,051, and a little over $400 more than the California average of $4,500.
Review our guide of the top 10 assisted living facilities in Chico to find the right fit for your needs.
Prestige Assisted Living at Chico
Prestige Assisted Living at Chico is situated less than three miles away from Enloe Medical Center in the northern region of Chico, and houses up to 79 assisted living and memory care residents. This facility is included on our top 10 list for its unique holistic wellness program, called Celebrations, as well as its award-winning Expressions Memory Care Program. In addition to outstanding programming, this pet-friendly facility provides residents with a wide array of amenities, including an on-site beauty salon and barbershop, a library and a tv room.
Features
- Studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with companion suites available
- Housekeeping and laundry services
Windchime of Chico
Windchime of Chico is featured on our list of the city's best senior care facilities for its comfortable accommodations, its dynamic activities schedule, its outstanding cuisine and its professional staff. This facility features a lodge-like environment and is home to up to 93 residents. It provides assisted living, respite care and memory care in roomy studio apartments with private bathrooms, and companion suites are available. Residents enjoy maintenance-free living and a wide array of amenities, including beautiful lake views, a well-appointed great room with a fireplace and a courtyard with tables and comfortable seating.
Features
- Small pets welcome
- Meals provided in shared dining room
Roseleaf Gardens
Roseleaf Gardens is located just off SR 32 in the northeastern region of Chico near restaurants, grocery stores and the Chico Mall. We've included this facility on our top 10 list for its unique village concept, which creates an enriching environment that encourages socialization and engagement. It offers multiple levels of care, including assisted living, memory care, short-term care, hospice and adult day care. Seniors enjoy a wide array of amenities such as a movie theater, a bar and pub, a library room with comfortable reading spaces and a salon and barbershop. The facility also provides chef-prepared meals with restaurant-style dining and room service.
Features
- Laundry service and daily housekeeping
- TV lounge with cable satellite television
Townsend House
Townsend House provides assisted living services in the northwestern region of Chico, within easy driving distance to Enloe Medical Center, pharmacies, grocery stores and restaurants. The facility keeps residents engaged with a calendar filled with events, such as music trivia, stretches and weights class, popcorn and movie nights and poker club. The facility also has an on-site beauty salon and barbershop to help residents look and feel their best. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with complimentary transportation to medical appointments, assistance with daily living activities and three family-style meals served daily. We've included this facility for its friendly staff and the variety of activities it offers.
Features
- Studio and one-bedroom apartments
- Housekeeping and laundry services
The Country House
The Country House offers a bed-and-breakfast-like setting in Chico with a beautifully landscaped yard and a large front porch where residents can relax and socialize. Most of the rooms in this home are private, with the exception of one semi-private room, and all rooms have private bathrooms. Several of these rooms are equipped with new technology that alerts staff if a resident falls in their room, and all residents have a device that enables them to alert a caregiver when they need assistance. This community is included on our top 10 list for its comfortable, home-like environment and the activities it hosts for residents and their families.
Features
- Dining room for shared meals
- Transportation services available
Panama House Assisted Living
Panama House Assisted Living, located right off the Golden State Highway, provides comfortable assisted living near numerous restaurants, shops and the Chico branch of the Butte County Public Library. We've selected this facility for our top 10 list because of its friendly, experienced staff, its dynamic activities calendar and its comfortable accommodations. The facility offers an array of on-site amenities, including beauty and barber services, live entertainment and three home-cooked, family-style meals daily with consideration for special diets.
Features
- Trained staff available 24 hours per day
- Transportation for medical appointments
Almond Blossom Senior Care-Bidwell Heights
Almond Blossom Senior Care-Bidwell Heights is located on a cul-de-sac off of Chico Canyon Road and accommodates up to six residents. It's earned a spot on our top 10 list for its comfortable, home-like environment and its low caregiver-to-resident ratio. Residents enjoy a laid-back lifestyle with amenities like cable channels on facility-provided flat-panel televisions, transportation and wellness and exercise programs. Three meals are served daily in the dining area, and housekeeping and laundry services are provided for maintenance-free living.
Features
- Awake staff available 24/7
- 24-hour emergency call systems for each resident
Golden Sierra Care Home
Golden Sierra Care Home is a family-owned six-bedroom residential care facility for adults aged 65 and over. It's situated in a quiet residential neighborhood within easy driving distance to medical offices, grocery stores and restaurants. While the facility provides tailored care plans to meet residents' individual needs, all residents receive basic services like full-service meals three times daily, assistance with daily living activities, medication administration and recreational and social activities. We've included this facility on our top 10 list for its home-like environment and the expertise of its caregivers.
Features
- 24-hour awake staff
- Arranged transportation for medical appointments and errands
Pacifica Senior Living Country Crest
Pacifica Senior Living Country Crest is a 120-bed assisted living facility in the southeastern region of Oroville, about 25 miles outside of Chico. This pet-friendly facility is listed among our top 10 list because of its high rankings for its food, facility, staff, activities and overall value. Residents enjoy a full array of on-site amenities, including a beauty salon and barbershop, a library, a TV room and indoor and outdoor walking paths. For residents who enjoy venturing off-campus, the facility features a Resident Life Enrichment Department that plans a variety of outings and activities.
Features
- Studio and one-bedroom apartments with companion suites
- Housekeeping and laundry services
Prestige Assisted Living at Oroville
Prestige Assisted Living at Oroville is located a little less than 25 miles away from Chico and provides assisted living and memory care services. This pet-friendly 88-bed facility is comprised of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments to fit a variety of needs and budgets, and its myriad of activities, such as Wii Sports and book clubs, keep residents engaged and socially connected. We've included this facility on our top 10 list for its exceptional staff and delicious food.
Features
- Three meals provided daily in the facility's well-appointed dining rooms
- Private transportation service to help residents attend medical appointments and errands