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Big Bear Lake is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 143 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Big Bear Lake, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Big Bear Lake is about $5,874, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Big Bear Lake, CA

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I was happy to finally find a place for mom where she feels comfortable and at home. She says the food is great and the staff are always friendly and helpful. Thank you [name removed] and crew for helping...
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.
Our community is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and our leasing office is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 7 days a week. In person tours daily. Nestled in the scenic foothills of southern California, The Villas at San Bernardino embodies the heart of exceptional senior living. Offering a...
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We loved over a year. My sister felt the love and compassion from Day 1 and was excited to come here and try it. The first coupe of weeks were rough for her. But the staff was very patient and attentive and...
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.
Sunny Rose Senior Living is proud to be an approved Residential Care Facility participating in the Assisted Living Waiver Program. We offer assistance to Medi-Cal beneficiaries and also accept Medi-Cal and CalAim. Our guiding principle revolves around the notion that every resident is a unique...
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We just rented a room for my Grandfather here. The tour was so nice they were doing a nail day that looked like alot of fun. On another visit they were having food tase test with the residents to see about...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Wildomar Senior Assisted Living has been a trusted provider of senior care for over 26 years. Since opening our doors, we have built a strong reputation for excellence, compassion, and reliability. Our dedicated team brings over 50 years of combined experience in senior care, ensuring each...
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I have been here for about about a month and have made some friends, enjoy being out in the community and also participating in games and clubs. So far I have had a great experience living here. Recommend.
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.
Located in Menifee, California, Menifee Senior Living offers a full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, in a welcoming, home-like environment. Residents enjoy private apartments, beautifully designed common areas, and a variety of amenities that...
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Staff were great, room was good size, food looked good, room was cleaned most of the time. Did have a problem with ants at times.
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.
Cottages at Hemet offers a warm, community-oriented living experience with a cottage-style layout that feels more like home than a typical senior facility. Consisting of six unique cottages, each with studio and one-bedroom apartments featuring en-suite baths, and a shared kitchen, living room,...
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He is receiving good care. With many residents he of course doesn't get one on one care but seems to be getting the care he needs. I am happy with the care he is getting. There could always be better care...
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.
Our senior living community in Claremont, California, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you...
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Thanks to A Place for Mom, I was introduced to Cadence Living, along with several other communities. After touring them, there was simply no comparison—Cadence Living stood out above the rest. From the...
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.
THE BEST OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA,RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR.Nestled in the foothills of the majestic San Gabriel Mountains, Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga is a remarkable retirement lifestyle community with an inspired approach to independent living, assisted living and memory care.Only open 2 years,...
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The staff is caring and respectful and create a wonderful positive environment for the residents. They have so many activities daily to keep residents engaged and busy, if they choose to participate. The...
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.
Citrus Place offers the finest in senior living since 1980. Citrus Place offers individual studio and one bedroom apartments with plush carpeting. Each apartment has 2 full-size wardrobe closets, private bath and shower with safety hand rails and 24 hour call system. All apartments include a...
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The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and kind. They helped with the process and are great at communicated needs. The room is clean, modern & is a nice space. I like the cubby display outside the room that...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Cottages at Riverside in Riverside, California, provides specialized Memory Care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Our community offers a safe, secure, and home-like environment with private residences and thoughtfully designed common areas to support...
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I can’t say enough about Ivy Park! They take good care of my mom. The facility is great and the staff are the best! Everyone always has a smile! My mom loves the food and there is always an activity going on...
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.
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All office staff are friendly and helpful. The caregivers that we have worked with are very friendly and caring. Dining room staff is very friendly and so is the cleaning staff. Overall it is a very...
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.
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We liked the staff. There were lots of fun activities. The food was good. The center is clean. My Dad's apartment was small. A concern of ours was that he fell in his room when he was woken up for his...
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.
Atria Del Rey is a welcoming assisted living community in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. Featuring views of Mt. Baldy and Red Hill Park, Atria Del Rey offers easy access to nearby freeways, restaurants and downtown Rancho Cucamonga.Residents of our pet-friendly community enjoy more...
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Brookdale has a 'Support Group' that meets monthly which is great. This gathering time of sharing experiences is unmeasurable in providing help, advice and comfort. A family develops from this support, that...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Here we help our residents focus on small moments with big purpose.If you and your family need memory care and support, our community in Corona, California, can help. Our Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means...
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They always seemed to put the needs of the residents and their families first. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience
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.
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living is located at the southern edge of the Mojave Desert, with views of both the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains. We enjoy close to perfect weather year-round and are conveniently nearby by many shops, restaurants and parks.Our community's...
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Overall, we are very pleased with the community. Dad has a very comfortable room and I couldn't have asked for a better staff. They are very attentive to dad's needs. I would like to see more activities for...
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.
Ivy Park at Alta Loma is a vibrant senior living community set in the captivating city of Alta Loma. With convenient access to the I-210 and I-15, Ivy Park is just a short drive to the San Antonio Regional Hospital, the expansive Victoria Gardens Mall, and a diverse range of dining options....
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My son and I had a full day of visiting Care Facilities. We saw a variety of sites. I registered my husband for one site. On the way home, my son asked that we re-visit one we had seen that day. A Place for...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Known for our expertise in providing care for those with memory impairments, Somerford Place of Redlands was purpose built to meet our residents' special needs. With spacious grounds and a warm, homelike interior, our residents are encouraged and empowered as we care for them on their journey....
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What we like the most about the community are the other residents, the apartments, the food, and staff (in that order). I would recommend it to others.
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.
Allara is Rancho Cucamonga's newest Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Allara is a vibrant and welcoming senior living community that is coupled with exceptional, personalized care We offer the Vibrant Life® program, Elevate® dining, Generations Memory Care, and a variety of assisted...
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We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Vista Corona Senior Living Management (VCSL), Staff, and Employees for their extraordinary care, during our father’s stay at Vista Corona Senior Living....
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Live your best life every day.If you’re ready more freedom and a fun lifestyle, our assisted living community in Corona, California, might be the perfect fit for you.With assisted living, you’ll have assistance with medications, dressing and bathing, as well as services like housekeeping and...
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5 for all of them!!!!! I like that it was small - like a family. We really appreciate the fact that the staff came in to say goodbye on her last day. They really cared about her and we would absolutely...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Located in the thriving High Desert community of Victorville, California, Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living is a full-service, resort-style retirement community. Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living is close to major shopping malls, three hospitals and the best medical offices and...
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The facility is well maintained and very clean. The staff are friendly and politely greet everyone they pass in the hallways. Mom's apartment is perfect for her needs. Not too big and not too small....
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.
Brightwater Senior Living of Highland Brightwater Senior Living of Highland is a luxurious and lovely assisted living community located in Highland, San Bernardino County, California. Our extensive campus and beautiful courtyard of Brightwater Senior Living of Highland are further enhanced thanks...
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Happy residents - happy staff. When I 1st called A Home for Mom, our plan waa to explore options for the future. With a few key filters applied The Cottages at Palm Springs seemed to answer all of our needs...
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.
Located in the heart of Palm Springs, California, Cottages at Palm Springs offers a warm and welcoming community for seniors seeking Assisted Living and Memory Care. With four assisted living cottages, two memory care cottages, and a central community center cottage, residents enjoy a home-like...
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Desert Hill gets a 10+ in all the above. The staff treats our daughter well. You can tell that the staff love their residents. They also, open their arms to the residents family members. The residents are...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Desert Hills Alzheimer's Special Care Center is a free-standing, specialized community that is dedicated to providing a program of care and activity for persons with cognitive limitations related to Alzheimer's disease or other related dementia. We offer long-term care, short term respite stays...
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I left [community removed] because my tent had increase to $[removed] a month. I now pay $[removed]a month. I did not expect to get the same quality in food or activities But the staff is very nice and they...
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.
Sun City Gardens is a peaceful and quaint community in a beautiful neighborhood of Menifee, California. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care options, Sun City's manicured grounds, sunny atmosphere, and inviting community are the perfect place to call home. Relax, unwind,...
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9.3
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66 reviews
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The tour was informative and the admin was great answering questions and concerns. Over the past few months the staff has been very attentive and has kept in touch if there are any concerns regarding my...
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.
Endless PossibilitiesWhen you decide to make your home at our assisted living community in Murrieta, California, you are embarking on a new adventure full of endless possibilities. You can enjoy a beautiful private apartment, spacious common rooms and a community calendar that is practically...
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What we like the most about Sunrise of Canyon Crest is the staff continuity, care and their friendliness. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Big Bear Lake, CA

The average cost of senior living in Big Bear Lake is $5,874 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anaheim, CA with an average of $5,833 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Big Bear Lake, CA, vs. state and national averages

Big Bear Lake, CA
$5,874/mo
U.S. national average
$5,853/mo

Nursing homes costs in Big Bear Lake, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,243/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,874/mo

Nursing homes costs in Big Bear Lake, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,833/mo
Private
$6,226/mo

Senior living costs in Big Bear Lake vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Big Bear Lake, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Bear Lake, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,874/mo$6,177/mo$5,853/mo
Assisted Living$5,723/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,243/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,749/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Nursing Homes
Big Bear Lake, CA:$5,874/mo
California:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$5,853/mo
Assisted Living
Big Bear Lake, CA:$5,723/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Big Bear Lake, CA:$6,243/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Big Bear Lake, CA:$3,749/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Big Bear Lake, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Bear Lake and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Big Bear Lake, CACA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Big Bear Lake, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Big Bear Lake have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Big Bear Lake, CA$5,621/mo$5,501/mo+2.2%
California$6,446/mo$6,171/mo+4.5%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Big Bear Lake, CA
2024 average cost:$5,621/mo
2023 average cost:$5,501/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
California
2024 average cost:$6,446/mo
2023 average cost:$6,171/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Big Bear Lake

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Big Bear Lake

Mountain View Centers in Claremont, CA

4.0
My Mother has been living at Mountain View for several months now. When she first arrived she was not eating and weighed approximately 93 pounds and was placed under hospice care. She started eating full meals and snacks within a few months of living at Mountain View and has gained ...
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Windsor Court Assisted Living in Palm Springs, CA

5.0
I am impressed by the different activities held by the community. They staff is super friendly and always says hello to everyone when passing and they know everyone by name.

Claremont Manor

4.9
My mother has been a resident at the Claremont Manor for nearly eight years. She started in independent living, moved to assisted living and recently was moved into memory care. Because I live close by, I visit my mother several times a week, and over all these years, I have gotten to know and ...
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Big Bear Lake nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Bear Lake nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Bear Lake, 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 Big Bear Lake 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 Big Bear Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Bear Lake, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.4%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.7%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.3%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.9%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.7%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Big Bear Lake 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 Big Bear Lake Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Bear Lake, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.6%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.2%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Bear Lake 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 Big Bear Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Bear Lake, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
51.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Bear Lake 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 Big Bear Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Bear Lake, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.8%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
48.3%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Bear Lake 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 Big Bear Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Bear Lake, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.1%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.6%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.3%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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