Assisted Living in Nipomo, CA

Last updated March 01, 2025

Nipomo offers a diverse range of 59 Assisted Living communities giving families varied options to choose from. The average cost of assisted living living in the Nipomo area is $5,410, and the communities in the Nipomo area have a average rating of 9.9 out of 10. Seniorly also uses Seniorly Price Estimate for cost comparisons with nearby cities, and even highlights new construction facilities for those seeking modern amenities. Families can look at 110 photos, 247 ratings and reviews, and 10 prices in the Nipomo area to get a sense of assisted living in the area. Not to be confused with nursing homes, which offer medical care, assisted living provides daily help with activities of daily living like dressing or bathing. And with services catering to all care levels, many facilities enable residents to age in place, whether it's a 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom option. For personalized assistance, Seniorly local advisors Sue Gibson, BarDee Johnston and Melissa Tierney are available to help with your search.

The 20 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Nipomo, CA

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The Oaks At Nipomo

177 Mary Avenue, Nipomo, CA 93444

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

"Visited multiple memory care facilities and twice to The Oaks at Nipomo. It is clean and welcoming with happy and outstanding staff AND happy well-groomed residents. The hierarchy of services and activities are extensive, and Jay the activity director is dedicated, knowledgeable and personable…a real gem! The administrators, Ron and Debra made us feel very comfortable in our decision to pla..." - Lori

From $3,670/mo

9.9

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Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria

1220 Suey Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

Nestled in a serene setting, Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria offers a vibrant senior living community that focuses on providing exceptional care and medical services. The community is designed to cater to the diverse needs of its residents, ensuring a comfortable and secure environment. With a dedicated team providing 24-hour supervision and a comprehensive range of healthcare services, residents c...

From $4,300/mo

9.9

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Santa Maria Terrace

1405 East Main Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Assisted Living , Independent Living

Santa Maria Terrace offers a welcoming environment where residents can enjoy a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle. This large senior living community is designed to provide exceptional care and medical services, ensuring peace of mind for both residents and their families. With 12-16 hour nursing and a 24-hour call system, the community is well-equipped to handle a variety of healthcare needs. The d...

From $3,100/mo

9.8

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Mydor's Open Guest Homes, Inc. V

229 Cornuta Way, Nipomo, CA 93444

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Mydor's Open Guest Homes, Inc. V is a welcoming and intimate senior living community located in the serene surroundings of Nipomo, California. This small community is designed with the well-being and comfort of its residents in mind, offering a range of health care services and amenities that ensure a supportive and engaging environment. Residents at Mydor's Open Guest Homes benefit from comprehe...

From $4,530/mo

7.3

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Wyndham Residence

222 South Elm Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Assisted Living

Nestled in a picturesque neighborhood, Wyndham Residence offers a truly enriching experience for its residents, prioritizing care and medical services that provide peace of mind. This senior living community is renowned for its comprehensive healthcare offerings, including 12-16 hour nursing, a 24-hour call system, and round-the-clock supervision. Residents can count on assistance with daily activ...

From $3,530/mo

8.6

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Southland Home

804 Southland Street, Nipomo, CA 93444

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Southland Home provides a nurturing and supportive environment for seniors, focusing on delivering exceptional care and medical services. Nestled in a charming neighborhood, this community ensures that residents receive the highest level of attention and assistance. With 24-hour supervision, medication management, and coordination with healthcare providers, Southland Home prioritizes the well-bein...

From $4,530/mo

5.5

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Yokam's

170 South Mesa Road, Nipomo, CA 93444

Assisted Living

"Yokums is by far the best that we found for a home like atmosphere, very caring service by the caregivers and an exceptional experience for our family. The owners participated in making sure our family felt comfortable with everything from a small family birthday party to the day to day care given. It is so important to us to know that the best care was provided for our loved one at a reasonable c..." - Rhonda

From $4,530/mo

4.8

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Villa Mariposa Senior Care

130 East Branch Street, Nipomo, CA 93444

Assisted Living

Villa Mariposa Senior Care offers a warm and inviting environment designed to cater to the unique needs of its residents. Nestled in the serene neighborhood of Nipomo, California, this small community is committed to providing top-notch care and medical services. The dedicated staff ensures 24-hour supervision and assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication managemen...

From $4,500/mo

3.8

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Casa Rosa Elder Care

2172 South Halcyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Assisted Living

Nestled in the serene neighborhood of Arroyo Grande, Casa Rosa Elder Care offers a welcoming environment that prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents. This medium-sized senior living community boasts a comprehensive array of care and medical services designed to meet the diverse needs of its residents. With 24-hour supervision and a robust 24-hour call system, help is always just a...

From $7,750/mo

7.3

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Graceful Living

381 Spanish Moss Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Graceful Living offers a serene and nurturing environment for its residents, focusing on exceptional care and medical services. Nestled in the charming neighborhood of Arroyo Grande, California, this small senior living community ensures personalized attention and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The community is designed with a variety of amenities such as walking paths, a garden, movie nights, sche...

From $4,150/mo

7.3

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Full Circle Residence I

1445 Huntington Avenue, Grover Beach, CA 93433

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Full Circle Residence I, located at 1445 Huntington Avenue in Grover Beach, California, is a charming senior living community known for its comprehensive care and medical services. Residents here benefit from 24-hour supervision and personalized assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. The community ensures seamless coordination with healthcare provide...

From $3,700/mo

7.3

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Cacho's Home Care

2307 Bentley Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93458

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Cacho's Home Care is a quaint senior living community nestled in the heart of California. With its small community size, it offers a personalized and intimate environment for its residents. The facility boasts a variety of community amenities, including serene walking paths, a lush garden, engaging movie nights, and a host of scheduled daily activities, ensuring that there is always something to l...

From $3,400/mo

5.5

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Royal Care Home

338 East Creston Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Royal Care Home, located in the beautiful city of Santa Maria, California, is a small and welcoming community offering top-notch assisted living and board and care home services. Known for its personalized and attentive care, the dedicated staff at Royal Care Home is committed to ensuring that residents enjoy a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle. One of the key aspects of Royal Care Home is its...

From $3,400/mo

5.5

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Amalia's Residence

1002 Gunner Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Amalia's Residence is a charming and intimate assisted living and board and care home located in the beautiful city of Santa Maria, California. This small community prides itself on providing personalized care and medical services to its residents, ensuring a warm and nurturing environment for all who call it home. One of the key features of Amalia's Residence is the comprehensive range of care s...

From $3,400/mo

5.5

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Villa-Care Home I

938 West Bunny Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93458

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Nestled in the heart of a vibrant neighborhood, Villa-Care Home I offers a warm and welcoming environment for its residents. This small senior living community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and medical services, ensuring that each resident receives personalized attention. With 24-hour supervision and comprehensive health care services, including assistance with bathing, dressing, and ...

From $3,400/mo

5.5

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Villa Care Home III

965 Robert Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93455

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Villa Care Home III is a charming, small-sized assisted living and board and care home located in the beautiful city of Santa Maria, California. With a strong focus on providing exceptional care and medical services to its residents, Villa Care Home III prides itself on creating a safe, nurturing, and comfortable environment that allows its residents to thrive. At Villa Care Home III, residents c...

From $3,400/mo

5.5

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Andrea's Board & Care

811 West Raaberg Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93458

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Nestled in a welcoming neighborhood, Andrea's Board & Care offers a serene and supportive environment for seniors. This small yet vibrant community prioritizes the well-being of its residents through comprehensive care and medical services. With 24-hour supervision and a dedicated team, residents receive assistance with bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication management. The staff also coordi...

From $3,400/mo

5.5

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Cypress Garden Home Care

824 Jacana Court, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Cypress Garden Home Care offers an inviting and supportive environment for seniors seeking a vibrant community with robust medical and care services. Nestled in a charming neighborhood at 824 Jacana Court, this small community prides itself on providing personalized attention and a warm, home-like atmosphere. Residents at Cypress Garden Home Care benefit from a comprehensive range of health care ...

From $7,000/mo

5.5

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Maria's Guest Home

516 North Mary Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Maria's Guest Home is a charming senior living community nestled in the heart of Santa Maria, California. This small and intimate community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and medical services to its residents, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind. With a focus on personalized attention, Maria's Guest Home offers 24-hour supervision, assistance with bathing, dressing, and transfe...

From $3,400/mo

5.5

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Cypress Ridge Home Care

2312 Sanderling Court, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Assisted Living , Board and Care Home

Cypress Ridge Home Care, located in the charming city of Arroyo Grande, California, is a small, close-knit assisted living and board and care home community. This cozy and inviting facility offers top-notch care and medical services, ensuring that residents receive the support and attention they need to maintain a high quality of life. One of the key features of Cypress Ridge Home Care is the com...

From $4,150/mo

5.5

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Top rated assisted living in Nipomo, CA

In Nipomo, California, there are 51 assisted living communities, with five rated above 8. Notably, The Oaks At Nipomo and Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria are among the top-rated facilities. The area consists of 4 large, 2 medium, and 45 small assisted living communities. Seniorly has recently facilitated 4 moves and 7 tours, with local advisors Sue Gibson and BarDee Johnston available for assistance.

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The Oaks At Nipomo

177 Mary Avenue, Nipomo, CA 93444

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $3,670/mo

9.9

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Merrill Gardens At Santa Maria

1220 Suey Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Assisted Living , Memory Care , Independent Living

From $4,300/mo

9.9

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Compare average cost of assisted living in Nipomo, CA area with nearby cities

The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for assisted living of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an average, and that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In fact, Seniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%, meaning that once inclusions and services are factored in, they can actually afford more than they originally thought.

$5,167/mo

Santa Maria

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$4,516/mo

Arroyo Grande

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$5,269/mo

Grover Beach

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$5,248/mo

San Luis Obispo

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$5,253/mo

Los Osos

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$5,230/mo

Lompoc

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Assisted Living amenities in Nipomo area

100% of these assisted living have walking paths

80% of these assisted living feel like home

Average Seniorly Community Score in Nipomo

Very good

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What is Seniorly Community Score?

The Seniorly Community Score is a comprehensive and unbiased rating system that takes into account multiple factors crucial to senior living quality. We've meticulously analyzed thousands of senior living communities across the country to create an innovative and accurate assessment of each community's strengths and offerings. The Seniorly Community Score employs a user-friendly scale from 1 to 10, with 10 signifying an exceptional senior living community and 1 representing the lower end of quality, ensuring an easy-to-understand and transparent evaluation for families.

Get to know Nipomo area

Total population: 1,164

32% of population is 50+ years old, 6% is 65+ years old

Median income: $74,250

The poverty rate is 9% lower for this region compared to the California state average, which is 12%

Diversity

71% Hispanic, and 66% White of population

Learn about assisted living citations in Nipomo, CA

Nipomo assisted living communities had an average of 8.2 citations in 2023. This is 167.33% higher than the San Luis Obispo County average of 3.07 citations and 72.47% higher than the California average of 4.75 citations.

What are citations?

Citations are official notifications issued by regulatory agencies during inspections of assisted living facilities. These citations are given when violations or deficiencies related to resident safety, care, or adherence to regulations are identified. They serve as a means to highlight areas where the facility may not be meeting the required standards, prompting the need for corrective action. Citations can range in severity, with Type A citations addressing more serious violations that may pose potential harm to residents, and Type B citations addressing less severe infractions.

Learn about assisted living allegations in Nipomo, CA

Nipomo assisted living communities had an average of 10.4 allegations in 2023. This is 129.11% higher than the San Luis Obispo County average of 4.54 allegations and 121.79% higher than the California average of 4.69 allegations.

What are allegations?

Allegations are critical in California assisted living licensing compliance as they signal potential issues and trigger thorough investigations. By addressing allegations promptly, regulators can enforce corrective actions, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for senior living communities' residents. Maintaining accountability through investigations helps uphold the highest standards of care in the industry.

Learn about assisted living inspections in Nipomo, CA

Nipomo assisted living communities had an average of 3.4 inspections in 2023. This is 9.24% higher than the San Luis Obispo County average of 3.11 inspections and 20.6% higher than the California average of 2.82 inspections. A lower number of inspections in assisted living facilities is actually better because it indicates a higher level of consistent compliance with regulations and standards.

What are inspections?

Inspections play a vital role in the context of California assisted living licensing compliance as they are key to maintaining the highest standards of care and safety for seniors. Regular and thorough inspections are conducted by regulatory authorities to assess whether assisted living facilities meet the required licensing standards and regulations. These inspections help identify any potential issues, deficiencies, or violations within the facilities, ensuring prompt corrective actions and improvements are implemented. By holding facilities accountable through inspections, California can ensure that seniors residing in these communities receive the best possible care and support, fostering an environment of trust and confidence for families seeking suitable living options for their loved ones.

Explore other types of communities in Nipomo, CA

Independent Living

For active older adults who want to downsize to a home in a retirement community but don't need help to live independently.

Memory Care

A supervised and secured community designed to support engagement and quality of life for residents living with dementia.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

For residents who want to age in place as their care needs change—from Independent Living to nursing care. Requires a buy-in fee.

Nursing Homes

For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery. Nursing Homes are also known as skilled nursing facilities.

Board and Care Home

Homes in residential neighborhoods that are equipped and staffed to provide daily care for a small number of residents.