Merced provides views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains from within the San Joaquin Valley. This city contains 5 assisted living residences, along with 8 more within driving distance. As of 2024, these facilities charge around $3,195 per month, making it a relatively cost-effective place to obtain care. By comparison, the statewide norm runs higher at $6,250.
In our guide, we include 95 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities, providing a closer look at the amenities they provide. On average, facilities in Merced earn a score of 4.4 out of 5 stars out of five stars.
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3420 R Street, Merced, CA 95348
4.4
(35 reviews)
"I visited Pacifica Senior Living Merced. What I liked most about the visit was the friendly and helpful people. They showed me a room in the assisted living. There was no furniture or anything included, just a little kitchenette. The person who toure..."
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3050 M Street, Merced, CA 95348
4.4
(15 reviews)
"I liked the cleanliness of Amie Marchini Park Merced. I liked the layout, and it's very beautiful. I like the fact that it had places for families to go and visit and plenty of activities. And they understood that For people with dementia, their real..."
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4345 Vaughn Avenue, Merced, CA 95340
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Guardian Angel Home Care is absolutely wonderful. My father-in-law is absolutely happy there. He has just blossomed since he got there. He gets individual attention and is thriving. He loves the food and has gained weight since he's been there. They ..."
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263 Arroyo Court, Merced, CA 95341
5.0
(1 reviews)
"After touring multiple homes and not so great experiences, Joy Joyce is like a breath of much needed fresh air. Right away you can feel the sense of a real home environment. The staff is amazing. Unlike where my father had previously resided I can ..."
READ MORE693 Northwood Drive, Merced, CA 95340
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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1101 E Tuolumne Rd, Turlock, CA 95382
5.0
(1 reviews)
"What I like about Turlock Residential is the employees. They are very, very nice. I can get them to be here when I take a shower and they make our bed and get things for us. They're just really good here. The facility is older, but it's real clean. S..."
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2937 North Berkeley Avenue, Turlock, CA 95382
4.7
(4 reviews)
"My mother moved into St. Thomas Retirement Center and Assisted Living. It is an excellent place. It's the cleanest place and very organized. Excellent room. She has a studio. Everything is excellent, I have nothing bad to say about it. She's been eat..."
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2125 North Olive Avenue, Turlock, CA 95382
4.3
(12 reviews)
"My mother is at Sequoia Assisted Living. The room is comfortable and kept clean by the conscientious staff. We were able to decorate the room with mom's own furniture to help give it an "at home" feel. The nurses and all staff have been wonderful w..."
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936 Geer Road, Turlock, CA 95380
4.3
(15 reviews)
"Lifespring Senior Campus was fine. It's not quite the setting we're looking for at this time, but what we saw was good. The staff did an excellent job of showing us around. The rooms were clean and well taken care of. They were having lunch, so there..."
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120 20th Century Blvd, Turlock, CA 95380
3.8
(7 reviews)
"We took my mom to see St. Francis Assisted Care and she just loved it. She can't wait to go. The staff was really friendly, and everyone seemed to know each other. It was a small community, so I think that would work best for my mom. The apartment ha..."
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242 South Laurel Street, Turlock, CA 95380
"Located in the heart of the Valley, our mission is to provide high quality care that promotes a safe, healthy and caring environment. We pro..."
READ MORE1617 Colorado Ave, Turlock, CA 95382
2.0
(4 reviews)
"We stayed in Las Palmas Estates last December. The food is great, the people are great, but they have bedbugs. You don't do very much there. They had a list of activities, we didn't do much, we played bingo. We went to the Christmas party. I think so..."
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160 S 13th St, Chowchilla, CA 93610
"Our Commitment to Quality Residential CareAt Golden Years, we are committed in providing quality care and supervision to our residents. P..."
READ MOREBased on the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors in Merced pay roughly $3,195 per month for assisted living. This cost comes in about half the statewide norm of $6,250 and offers over $2,000 in savings over the national median. It also trends below costs in nearby communities. For example, in Salinas, fees run higher at around $7,709, and in Santa Cruz seniors pay approximately $8,130.
Merced
$3,195
California
$6,250
The United States
$5,350
Modesto
$4,100
Madera
$2,925
Santa Cruz
$8,130
Salinas
$7,709
Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Merced through both the Medicaid 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver Program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
With monthly rates near $3,195, assisted living ranks as the most cost-effective senior care solution recorded in the Merced region. This type of care costs thousands of dollars less than nursing home care, which comes in at approximately $9,155, highlighting the affordability of nonmedical residential care compared to institutional care.
Assisted Living Facility
$3,195
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$9,155
Assisted living residents will find numerous free resources in Merced that help them get around, stay active and retain their independence. These resources are provided by government entities or nonprofit organizations wanting to make a difference in the lives of seniors throughout the community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Merced County Area Agency on Aging | (209) 385-7550 | Merced AAA provides numerous senior services to help keep aging adults safe and healthy. It contracts with Central California Legal Services to provide free legal and notary services to senior citizens throughout the county. AAA also distributes donated cell phones to seniors free of charge and contracts with other organizations to provide congregate and home-delivered meals and free bus passes for seniors aged 60 and older. |
| Merced County Adult and Aging Services | (209) 385-3105 | Merced County Adult and Aging Services assists elderly and disabled adults to retain their independence and well-being through various services, including transportation, home-delivered meals, health insurance counseling, legal assistance and family caregiver support. It also provides services and support to seniors who are victims of neglect, abuse or exploitation. |
| Merced County Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (209) 385-7402 | Merced County LTC Ombudsman advocates for residents of assisted living and other adult care facilities. It works to resolve problems to improve quality of care issues for residents by helping identify, investigate and resolve complaints in long-term care settings. |
| Merced Senior Community Center | (209) 385-8803 | The Merced Senior Community Center provides a place for seniors to remain active and socialize with old and new friends. Programs and activities include the Merced Senior Social Club, bingo, ballroom and line dancing, yoga, Tai Chi, cards, crafts, a computer lab with free Wi-Fi, pool tables, a library, free tax help and AARP meetings. |
| Resources for Independence Central Valley | (559) 221-2330 | RICV’s Merced office helps any resident with a disability regardless of age to live more independently through various programs and services. Its Repair & Share Program is a loan and recycle program that provides power wheelchairs temporarily to aid people with mobility issues until they can get a power wheelchair of their own. |
Merced-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Irene
5.0
Review of Pacifica Senior Living Merced
I visited Pacifica Senior Living Merced. What I liked most about the visit was the friendly and helpful people. They showed me a room in the assisted living. There was no furniture or anything...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#RD0810f
5.0
Review of Pacifica Senior Living Merced
My grandparents have moved into Pacifica Senior Living Merced. The community is great. My grandfather has chosen it because he likes that there is memory care available for his declining wife. The...
Assisted Living
Kathlene
4.0
Review of Amie Marchini Park Merced
Hopefully, Amie Marchini Park Merced is where my sister will move into. I walked in and it was an automatic open door. The concierge person was very, very pleasant. The director or the person who...
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