Modesto Assisted Living

In Modesto, you'll find dozens of assisted living facilities, a low cost of living and a city big on cultural amenities and outdoor activities. Before you start your search, learn how much you may spend on senior care options and how you can spend your days.

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is responsible for approving, monitoring, and regulating assisted living facilities in the state. To find out more about licensing and regulations, visit the CDSS's website.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Modesto's overall cost of living is equal to the national average. Long-term care prices are just above national averages but still relatively reasonable by California standards. A private, one-bedroom in a Modesto assisted living facility averages $3,360 a month, according to a recent Genworth Financial survey on long-term care. The national average is $3,261. For a private room in a Modesto nursing home, expect to pay $235 a day on average--a semi-private averages $209. These averages are only slightly higher than the national nursing home averages.

The City of Modesto operates and maintains 75 parks including over 500 acres of turf, one wading pool, 44 tennis courts, eight lighted ball fields, 18 group picnic sites and over 15 miles of bike paths. The city operates these three golf courses: Creekside Golf Course, Dryden Park Golf Course, Modesto Municipal Golf Course.

The Modesto Senior Citizens Center provides potlucks, a, AARP Safe Driving Courses, influenza immunizations, seminars, tax aid and many other activities. Here's a sample Wednesday in July: Aerobics, Strength Training, Games, Pinochle, Beg. Tai Chi, Senior Meal, Movie: Yogi Bear, and Round Dance.

At the Castle Air Museum, you'll see the B-25, the B-24 Liberator and the B-29. The McHenry Mansion--listed on the National Register of Historic Places--was built by hand by a local businessman in the 1880s. The State Theater, opened in 1934, is an Art Deco Style venue that hosts a variety of live music and productions. The Gallo Center for the Arts is an 84,000 square foot facility that hosts the Modesto Symphony Orchestra Association, The Townsend Opera Players, and the Central West Ballet.

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