Bella Care Home in Clovis, CA

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Bella Care Home

Bella Care Home in Clovis, CA

Bella Care Home is an assisted living community in Clovis, CA.

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491 Pierce Drive, Clovis, CA 93612

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.9 from 25 reviews
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Bella Care Home Costs & Pricing

Bella Care Home offers competitive pricing for its residents, with monthly costs ranging from $3,000 to $5,500 for private rooms and a fixed rate of $4,500 for semi-private accommodations. When compared to the average costs in Fresno County, which stand at approximately $3,589 for private rooms and $2,991 for semi-private options, Bella Care Home's rates present a higher investment but may reflect the unique amenities and services provided. In contrast, the broader California averages reveal that private room pricing is slightly above state norms at $3,939 and semi-private is more aligned at around $3,333. This context suggests that while Bella Care Home's fees may exceed local averages, they might offer enhanced care or specialized services that justify the premium within the region.

Floor plansBella Care HomeFresno CountyCalifornia
Private$3,000 to $5,500$3,589$3,939
Semi-Private$4,500$2,991$3,333

Overall Review of Bella Care Home

Pros

  • pro The Bella Care staff are excellent caretakers who treat residents like family.
  • pro The homes are exceptionally clean, with well-planned meals, healthy snacks, and plenty of activities.
  • pro The level of care at Bella Care is exceptional, and the food is unsurpassed.
  • pro Marelin is wonderful to deal with, and the individualized attention residents receive is a huge blessing.
  • pro The Bella Care environment feels like a warm, family-centered community that supports residents to thrive.
  • pro The owners take pride in their homes and are very involved in all aspects.
  • pro Residents feel safe, cared for, and valued by attentive staff and caregivers.
  • pro The facilities are modern, well-decorated, and kept in pristine condition.
  • pro Bella Care provides timely communication and updates to families.
  • pro Special events and family-inclusive activities help residents stay engaged and connected.

Cons

  • pro Our mother was not a happy person before they found Bella Care.
  • pro The mother was initially unhappy about moving to Bella Care.
  • pro There were very few activities, and the residents didn’t seem to want to play, so there wasn’t much social opportunity.
  • pro The husband experienced serious adjustment problems after moving in, lasting several weeks.
  • pro The sister had been wheelchair-bound and unable to care for herself after strokes before Bella Care.

Review

Bella Care Home in Clovis is best suited for seniors who require highly individualized, hands-on care in a small, home-like setting. This is a community where a resident’s daily life centers on personal attention, predictable routines, and meaningful connection with caregivers who feel like extended family. It works particularly well for older adults with dementia, chronic medical needs, or mobility challenges who benefit from frequent check-ins, home-cooked meals, and regular activities tailored to each resident. Families who value transparency and close involvement will find the owners’ hands-on leadership reassuring. Those seeking a larger campus with a wide array of on-site medical services or a secular environment may want to consider alternatives.

Key strengths are not marginal but foundational. The homes are exceptionally clean, beautifully maintained, and run with professional nursing oversight. Meals are homemade, nutritious, and plated with care, served in a family-style setting that encourages socializing. The activity program is broad, spanning crafts, outings, special celebrations, and even therapy dogs, ensuring residents stay engaged. Owners Marilen and Phil are deeply involved, and their team treats residents as family, with daily updates and responsive communication that keeps families in the loop. Two registered nurses on staff lend credibility and flexibility in medical planning, enabling individualized treatment adjustments when needed.

Together, these strengths often offset the few drawbacks. The most notable constraint is the small size, typically six residents, which limits peer social opportunities for some at peak social times. Yet that same size delivers what families crave: intimacy, safety, and rapid, proactive responses to changes in health or mood. The schedule centers on individualized plans rather than cookie-cutter programming, and the staff go beyond duty to celebrate special days and arrange outings, often with flexible timing to fit each resident’s preferences. While one reviewer noted a leaner activity slate, others described robust, personalized engagement and a sense of family that permeates daily life.

Some families will want alternatives for reasons beyond size and culture. A secular, non-religious environment might be a priority, or a facility with a broader clinical footprint and more predictable large-group programming. For residents requiring intensive medical supervision, complex memory-care protocols, or a campus with more staff round-the-clock, a bigger assisted living or a dedicated memory-care community could be a better fit. The Christian focus and the overwhelmingly intimate atmosphere at Bella Care are strengths, but they are not universal preferences.

To decide, prospective families should plan a practical evaluation. Schedule direct conversations with owners and the caregiving team, and request to meet current residents’ families. Observe caregiver interactions, meal service, and the level of containment and safety in daily routines. Review the memory-care approach and how aggressive behaviors are managed, as well as how care plans adapt to medical changes. Examine the activity calendar, ask about regular outings, and verify the consistency of communication, whether updates arrive by text or calls. Finally, compare costs, contracts, and transition support to understand the true value of this highly-rated home.

Bella Care Home earns a strong, decisive recommendation for families prioritizing a boutique, family-centered setting where professional nursing oversight, meticulous cleanliness, and compassionate, individualized care converge. The Owners’ hands-on leadership and the resident-focused culture create a rare sense of security and belonging, translating into lasting improvements in mood, engagement, and overall well-being. For those whose needs align with a small, Christian home atmosphere, Bella Care stands at the top of the field. If that combination doesn’t fit, consider options with larger scale, secular programming, or broader medical resources, but use Bella Care as a benchmark for what best-in-class, intimate assisted living should feel like.

Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Fresno Yosemite International (3 miles away) Fresno Yosemite International (3 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • BBQs or picnics BBQs or picnics
  • Birthday parties Birthday parties
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Holiday parties Holiday parties
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Description

Bella Care Home in Clovis, CA is a warm and welcoming assisted living community that provides exceptional care for seniors. Our board and care home offers a variety of services to meet the unique needs of each resident, including respite care for those in need of short-term stays.

At Bella Care Home, we believe that staying engaged and active is essential for overall wellbeing. That's why we offer a range of on-site activities to keep our residents entertained and socializing. From art classes and gardening club to live dance or theater performances, there is always something fun happening at our community. We also organize regular BBQs or picnics, holiday parties, karaoke nights, wine tastings, and Wii bowling tournaments.

Our residents enjoy luxurious amenities designed to make their stay comfortable and enjoyable. Each room is fully furnished with private bathrooms and wheelchair accessible showers. Our indoor common areas provide cozy spaces for socializing and relaxation. For those who love the outdoors, our beautiful garden and outdoor common areas provide a peaceful environment to unwind.

We understand the importance of proper nutrition in maintaining good health. That's why we offer a variety of dining options to cater to different dietary needs. Our kitchen prepares delicious meals with options for diabetes diet, kosher, low / no sodium, no sugar, special dietary restrictions, and vegetarian preferences. Room service is available for added convenience.

Our dedicated staff provides personalized assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, transfers, medication management, meal preparation and service, incontinence care, special dietary restrictions, and coordination with healthcare providers.

In addition to offering exceptional care services and amenities within our community walls, Bella Care Home places great emphasis on convenient access to nearby resources. We are located near 5 cafes where residents can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with friends or family members visiting them. There are also 2 parks nearby providing opportunities for outdoor recreation. Moreover, 18 pharmacies are easily accessible for residents' medication needs, and there are 34 physicians available in close proximity. Our location is surrounded by a variety of restaurants to satisfy any culinary cravings and 3 places of worship for those seeking spiritual guidance. Additionally, if medical transportation is required, our staff can help arrange it.

Choose Bella Care Home for your loved ones to experience compassionate care, engaging activities, delicious meals tailored to their dietary needs, and convenient access to nearby amenities.

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Clovis, California offers a convenient and accessible location for senior living, with a variety of amenities within close proximity. Pharmacies such as The Medicine Shop and Walgreens are easily accessible for any medical needs, while cafes like Collect Coffee Bar provide a cozy spot to relax and socialize. Nearby theaters like Maya Cinemas Fresno 16 offer entertainment options, and a range of restaurants like Farmer Boys and Denny's provide dining choices. For medical care, there are reputable physicians like Fresno Dermatology Specialists and Peachwood Pediatrics nearby, as well as hospitals such as Saint Agnes Medical Center for any emergency situations. Places of worship including New Harvest Church and parks like Railroad Park offer opportunities for spiritual fulfillment and outdoor activities. This neighborhood provides a balance of convenience, comfort, and community that seniors may find appealing for their retirement years.

Pharmacies

  • Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • The Medicine Shop (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Cedar Pharmacy & Medical Supplies (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Save Mart Supermarkets (1.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Collect Coffee Bar (0.9 miles)
  • Kuppa Joy Coffee House (1.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2.2 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Maya Cinemas Fresno 16 (0.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Farmer Boys (0.9 miles)
  • Antonio's Mex-Express (1 miles)
  • Denny's (1.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.2 miles)
  • Long John Silver's (1.2 miles)
  • Dog House Grill (1.2 miles)
  • Fosters Freeze (1.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Fresno Dermatology Specialists (1.1 miles)
  • Community Medical Providers Medical Group (1.1 miles)
  • Peters and Kroeker, Obstetrics and Gynecology (1.2 miles)
  • Peachwood Pediatrics (1.2 miles)
  • Greg Copeland, DO (1.3 miles)
  • California Rheumatology & Wellness (1.3 miles)
  • Saint Agnes Wound, Ostomy and Hyperbaric Center (1.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Sante Health Systems (1.2 miles)
  • Saint Agnes Medical Center (2.3 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Care (2.9 miles)
  • Childrens Hospital Central California (3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • New Harvest Church (1.5 miles)
  • St Paul Newman Center (1.9 miles)
  • First Baptist Church Of Clovis (2.9 miles)

Parks

  • Railroad Park (1.5 miles)
  • Cottonwood Park & Dog Run (2 miles)

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