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Assisted Living in Carson City, Nevada



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Carson Plaza - Carson City, NV

Carson Plaza

2120 East Long St

Carson City, NV 89706

1-855-241-4685

3 Reviews  

Located at 2120 East Long St, Carson Plaza is a senior community serving Carson City, Nevada. With an average family income of $45,035, the community is in a largely middle income area. It has an average population density, ...

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The Chateau at Gardnerville - Gardnerville, NV

The Chateau at Gardnerville

1565 Virginia Ranch Rd

Gardnerville, NV 89410

1-855-224-5130

Brookdale Gardnerville is located near by the Gardnerville Ranchos area of Gardnerville, Nevada. It is a senior community for residents 55 and up. The facility is in a generally middle class area, with an average per-family income of ...

14 miles away from Carson City, NV

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Carson Valley Senior Living - Gardnerville, NV

Carson Valley Senior Living

1189 Kimmerling Rd

Gardnerville, NV 89460

1-855-241-4685

6 Reviews  

Carson Valley Senior Living is a senior care facility situated in the Gardnerville Ranchos area of Gardnerville, Nevada. The community is in a largely middle class area, with an average family income of $63,710. With about 14,000 individuals ...

16 miles away from Carson City, NV

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Tahoe Senior Plaza - Lake Tahoe, CA

Tahoe Senior Plaza

1101 3rd St

Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

1-855-221-7955

Tahoe Senior Plaza is a senior community located at 1101 3rd St Apt 212 in Lake Tahoe, California. The neighboring area is densely populated, with around 31,000 people residing in the zip code of 96150. It is a ...

19 miles away from Carson City, NV

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April's Villa - Reno, NV

April's Villa

10450 Arbor Way

Reno, NV 89521

1-855-233-7205

1 Review  

April's Villa is a 6 room senior housing facility. It is located in the South Reno area of Reno, Nevada. The neighboring area is densely populated, with around 27,000 people residing in the zip code of 89521. ...

21 miles away from Carson City, NV

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Oak Haven Senior Care - El Dorado Hills, CA

Oak Haven Senior Care

2906 Tam O Shanter Dr

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

1-855-243-3078

Oak Haven Senior Care is located at 2906 Tam O Shanter Dr in El Dorado Hills, California. It is a 5 room senior housing community. The community is in a primarily affluent area, with an average household income ...

22 miles away from Carson City, NV

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Oak Hill Senior Care - El Dorado Hills, CA

Oak Hill Senior Care

2910 Tam O Shanter Dr

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

1-855-224-5130

Located at 2910 Tam O Shanter Dr in El Dorado Hills, California, Oak Hill Senior Care is a 6 unit senior housing facility. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with roughly 40,000 individuals residing in the zip code of ...

22 miles away from Carson City, NV

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Limestoneshire Group Home - Reno, NV

Limestoneshire Group Home

7474 Limestone Dr

Reno, NV 89511

1-855-238-4376

Limestoneshire Group Home is a senior community located nearby the South Central neighborhood of Reno, Nevada. The community is in a generally upper class area, with a median per-family income of $93,341. It is densely populated, with approximately ...

23 miles away from Carson City, NV

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Harmony Homes of Reno - Reno, NV

Harmony Homes of Reno

4560 Noche Ln

Reno, NV 89502

1-855-241-4685

Situated within the East Reno area of Reno, Nevada, Harmony Homes of Reno is a 5 room senior housing facility. With an average household income of $38,624, the facility is in a mostly middle income area. It is ...

25 miles away from Carson City, NV

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Mira Loma Group Care - Reno, NV

Mira Loma Group Care

4205 Mira Loma Dr

Reno, NV 89502

1-855-233-7205

Mira Loma Group Care is a 6 room senior community situated in the East Reno neighborhood of Reno, Nevada. The surrounding area has a dense population, with around 45,000 individuals residing in the 89502 zip code. With a ...

25 miles away from Carson City, NV

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Touch of Class Care Home - Reno, NV

Touch of Class Care Home

935 Manzanita Ln

Reno, NV 89509

1-855-224-5130

Touch of Class Care Home is an 8 room home care facility located in the South Central neighborhood of Reno, Nevada. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with an average household income of $64,862. With ...

25 miles away from Carson City, NV

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Older adults looking for plentiful sunshine and a retiree-friendly tax system may find an ideal home in Carson City, Nevada. Many already have. Nearly one out of every five of the city's 54,773 residents is a senior aged 65 or older. Carson City has numerous museums and cultural attractions to enjoy plus a diverse selection of outdoor recreation options, including hiking, golf, skiing and fishing.

Residents of Carson City have access to 22 assisted living facilities. Those facilities have an average cost of $4,643 per month according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. That's a bit higher than the nationwide average of $4,300 as well as the Nevada state average of $3,595. However, seniors looking to take advantage of the outdoor attractions of the western part of the country may find Carson City's prices palatable, especially when considering its advantageous tax policies.



The SeniorScore for Carson City, Nevada



SeniorScore is a rating system that assesses a city based on its senior friendliness by taking into account over 100 variables and breaking evaluations down into four major categories. Carson City's SeniorScore is 70, which is two points lower than the national average (72) but one point higher than Nevada's average (69). Carson City's two strongest categories are Recreation & Leisure and General Quality of Life where it scores 69 and 65 respectively.

Uplifting influences on Carson City's Recreation & Leisure score include the presence of 36 golf courses, 53 churches and 13 parks within or close to the city. Among those parks, unique options include the Carson River Park and the Fulstone Wetlands. Additionally, seniors can choose from four movie theaters and 26 grocery stores as well as 17 fitness facilities.

As for General Quality of Life, Carson City's population enjoys optimal rainfall levels and warm summers although the area's winters are harsh. Carson City gives residents room to stretch out: The city has a very low population density that contributes to short commute times. The city's air and water quality are subpar however.

Carson City has a score of 58 in both Finances and Health & Safety. Relevant to the Finances score is the fact that property taxes are lower than the national average, and there's no state income tax. However, compared to the country as a whole, assisted living prices and overall costs of living are higher in Carson City. For Health & Safety, Carson City boasts a high number of Medicare-registered physicians, but the life expectancy of its residents is slightly shorter than the national average.



SeniorScore™ for Carson City, Nevada



The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.

70

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Carson City scores higher than the Nevada average of 69.
  • Carson City scores lower than the national average of 72.
58

Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 3 hospitals within close range of the city, including Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Sierra Surgery Hospital, and Carson Tahoe Hospital.
  • There are 11 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Mountain View Health and Rehab, Eagle Valley Care Center, and Carson Plaza.
  • There is a low number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is an average number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 78.1, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 80 pharmacies within close range of the city.
69

Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (30% of residents).
  • There are 36 golf courses in or around the city, including Sunridge Golf Club, Silver Oak Golf Course, and Comstock/River Course at Empire Ranch Golf Course.
  • There are 13 parks near the city center, including Comstock Country RV Resort, Governors Field, and Carson City Recreation Division.
  • There are 53 churches in or near the city, including Baha\'I Faith Reno, Hilltop Community Church, and Shepherd-sierra Lthrn Church.
  • There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 26 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 4 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 17 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
58

Finances

  • The property taxes average 1.91% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.45% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 7.50%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Nevada has an average state income tax of 0.00%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $68,598, which is higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $54,238, which is higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $27,535, which is higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $45,600 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $99,017 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $17,940 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $54,912 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 15.26%, which is very high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
  • 2% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
65

General Quality of Life

  • Carson City receives ideal levels of rainfall each year.
  • Carson City has harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and warm summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • This city has very poor water quality.
  • Carson City has a sparse population density of 485.7 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Carson City have a very short daily commute time.
  • The city has an average public transportation ridership.
  • Carson City has a very low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has an average public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 86.42%.

 
 

Assisted Living Costs in Carson City, Nevada



Coming in at an average cost of $4,643 per month, assisted living in Carson City is more expensive than in the average American city, which has an average monthly cost of $4,300 per Genworth's 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Carson City's assisted living facilities are also more expensive on average than in Nevada overall. Across the state, the average monthly assisted living rate is $3,595.


There are only two other cities for which data is available in Nevada: Las Vegas to the southeast of Carson City and Reno to the north. Among the three, Carson City is the most expensive. On average, its assisted living facilities are over $1,000 more expensive per month than Las Vegas where the typical rate is $3,525. The gap is somewhat smaller between Carson City and Reno, which has an average monthly cost of $3,750. Over the border from Carson City in California, though, the story changes in certain cities. Yuba City is only $300 less expensive, while Chico and Sacramento are pricier with average monthly costs of $5,000 and $5,395 respectively. All in all, while Carson City is not particularly cheap in terms of Nevada's assisted living rates, it's far from being the most expensive option in the Western United States either.

  • Las Vegas: $3,525
  • Reno: $3,750
  • Yuba City, CA: $4,343
  • Carson City: $4,643
  • Chico, CA: $5,000
  • Sacramento, CA: $5,395

 
 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Carson City, Nevada



Carson City Senior Center

The Carson City Senior Center is a venue where older adults can access activities like yoga, exercise and bridge. Other offerings from the senior center include blood pressure clinics and senior support groups. It also provides Medicare counseling and facilitates tax preparation services through the AARP Tax Aide Foundation.

911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, NV 89706

(775) 883-0703

https://www.carsoncityseniorcenter.org/

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program

RSVP is an organization that trains and deploys volunteers to help seniors avoid institutionalization. Services available from RSVP include free legal assistance, aid for veterans and the provision of personal emergency response systems. It also provides transportation to medical appointments and other important destinations.

2621 Northgate Lane, Suite 6, Carson City, NV 89706

(775) 687-4680

https://nevadaruralrsvp.org/

Nevada Care Connection

Through a partnership with Nevada 2-1-1, the Nevada Care Connection helps older adults and caregivers learn about options and access resources. For instance, it can assist callers in evaluating different senior living options and identifying useful local resources. The Care Connection also has partnerships with resource centers throughout Nevada that can provide advice on care and other topics.

4126 Technology Way, Suite 100, Carson City, NV 89706

(866) 535-5654 (or dial 2-1-1 and ask for the Nevada Care Connection)

https://www.nevada211.org/aging-and-disability-services/

Nevada Legal Services

Low-income seniors may be able to access legal assistance through Nevada Legal Services, a nonprofit organization. It can provide pro bono advice on matters such as taxes, elder abuse and estate planning. The organization is also familiar with Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits. Additionally, it serves as a source of guidance regarding Medicare.

204 Marsh St., Suite 101, Reno, NV 89509

(775) 284-3491

https://nlslaw.net/

Senior Rx Program

Administered by the state of Nevada, the Senior Rx Program provides up to $37 per month for low-income seniors to increase the affordability of prescriptions. The money can help cover Medicare Part D and Advantage Plan Part D costs. Among other qualifications, applicants must be a minimum of 62 years old and must have lived in Nevada for at least a year. An income limit applies as well.

3320 West Sahara Avenue, Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV 89102

(866) 303-6323, option 2

http://adsd.nv.gov/Programs/Seniors/SeniorRx/SrRxProg/

State Health Insurance Assistance Program

Nevada Medicare recipients can receive one-on-one counseling regarding their potential benefits through SHIP. Specific services include help with claims and appeals, counseling regarding enrollees' insurance coverage and referrals to other sources of assistance. Advice is also available regarding long-term care and supplemental health insurance.

3416 Goni Road, Suite D-132, Carson City, NV 89706

(775) 687-4210

http://adsd.nv.gov/Programs/Seniors/SHIP/SHIP_Prog/


 
 
 
 

Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much is assisted living in Nevada?

Answer
The cost of assisted living in Nevada runs from around $1,400 to $5,600 monthly, with an average of roughly $3,250. By comparison, the US average is around $3,500 monthly.

Question
What is the cost of assisted living in Carson City?

Answer
Assisted living in Carson City, Nevada costs on average roughly $45,600 per year. On a monthly basis, the range is between $2,950 and $5,889, with an average of around $3,800.

Question
What is included with assisted living?

Answer
Assisted living can be offered in either a private or shared room. Services usually include social activities, basic health care, incontinence care, transportation services, and bathing assistance.

Question
Which assisted living communities in Carson City accept Medicaid?

Answer
Ormsby Post Acute Rehab, Renown Skilled Nursing, Mountain View Health and Rehab, ManorCare Health Services-Reno, and Manor Care Health Services Wingfield Hills accept Medicaid for assisted living in Carson City.

Question
How many retirees live in Carson City?

Answer
While the surrounding metropolitan area contains 500,078 residents, there are 61,818 living within the city limits. Residents over the age of 55 make up about 30% of the total community.

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