Price Elderly in Porterville, CA

Price Elderly is an assisted living community in Porterville, CA.

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643 North Maurer Street, Porterville, CA 93257

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

3.3 from 19 reviews
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Price Elderly Costs & Pricing

When comparing the costs for Price Elderly to those in Tulare County and across California, it's evident that Price Elderly offers competitive pricing for both semi-private and private accommodations. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay between $2,700 and $4,495 each month, which is notably lower than the average cost of $3,076 in Tulare County and the state average of $3,333. In terms of private rooms, the monthly rates at Price Elderly range from $3,300 to $5,495. This also positions them competitively against Tulare County's average of $3,980 and California's overall average of $3,939. Overall, Price Elderly provides a financially attractive option for elderly care within its region while maintaining a commitment to quality living standards.

Floor plansPrice ElderlyTulare CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$2,700 to $4,495$3,076$3,333
Private$3,300 to $5,495$3,980$3,939

Overall Review of Price Elderly

Pros

  • pro CNAs are helpful and amazingly kind.
  • pro The therapy department is described as the absolute best.
  • pro The facility is great, well maintained and clean, with staff who are welcoming and responsive.
  • pro Visitors are greeted immediately; the facility feels clean and uncluttered, and the staff are caring.
  • pro The staff treat patients with care, and patients seem happy with timely attention.
  • pro The welcoming team at RiverWalk is highly praised by visitors.
  • pro The facility is recommended for rehab and caring for loved ones; it is described as an excellent experience.
  • pro Call lights are answered promptly, and residents receive attentive care.

Cons

  • pro The reviewer notes there is no compassion.
  • pro The reviewer describes the facility as horrible, with staff who are rude and lack heart for their jobs, and suggests others find another place for their loved ones.
  • pro The reviewer reports a safety concern: a patient’s oxygen hose was not connected to the machine, risking inadequate oxygen.
  • pro The reviewer states nurses and the receptionist are rude and that the social worker does not return voicemails, calling the service horrible.
  • pro The reviewer says this place sucks.

Review

This community is best suited for seniors who need robust rehabilitation and therapy services and who value a clean, well-maintained environment with active daily programming. When therapy is the focal point, residents often experience meaningful engagement and noticeable progress, driven by a team that can be responsive and personable during the course of a rehab stay. Families prioritizing structured activities, reliable CNA support, and an overall presentable campus will find footing here. The facility does not hide its strengths in therapy, cleanliness, and approachable staff at times, which makes it a reasonable option for those who want clear rehabilitation outcomes and a courteous, welcoming first impression.

Those who should consider alternatives are families with little tolerance for inconsistent service or persistent communication gaps. Several reviews highlight rude interactions, unreturned calls, and mismatches between what is promised and what is delivered. Serious safety concerns have been raised in anecdotal accounts, including a nurse or aide who may have failed to connect an oxygen supply, which underscores a need for impeccable bedside reliability. If steady, uniformly compassionate care, predictable staffing, and transparent accountability are non-negotiable, this community warrants a cautious comparison with other local options.

The strongest positives pivot on therapy quality, cleanliness, and generally attentive front-line staff. A number of residents and families praise a dedicated therapy department and the way activities are integrated into daily life, keeping residents engaged and focused on goals. The facility is described as well kept, with staff who are responsive during visits and who convey warmth. These attributes can translate into tangible rehab gains and a more pleasant day-to-day experience, particularly for residents who rely on consistent activity schedules and clear progress reporting. When these elements align, they offset a considerable portion of everyday irritants and create a hopeful rehab trajectory.

However, the gravity of the cons cannot be dismissed. Negative experiences centered on rude or unresponsive staff, missed communications with social workers, and perceived gaps in basic safety oversight carry outsized weight in choosing a long-term care plan. The disconnect between what some staff convey and what families experience can erode trust quickly, especially for relatives who must coordinate medical care, prescriptions, and discharge planning. In practice, this means therapy gains may be undermined by episodic lapses in bedside attentiveness, and the overall environment can feel uneven rather than steady and predictable.

From a practical decision-making standpoint, the facility’s value hinges on attended differences in daily care quality. Pros like an active therapy program, clean facilities, and generally helpful CNAs can be enough for families who can visit frequently, ask sharp questions, and insist on high standards. The flip side is clear: a pattern of rude interactions, slow or non-existent communication with social services, and safety-related miscommunications can derail peace of mind and increase family stress. Pros offset cons only to the extent that therapy outcomes and day-to-day interactions remain consistently strong; when they don’t, the negatives quickly dominate.

In the final assessment, this community can be a solid fit for residents prioritizing rehab-focused outcomes and a tidy, welcoming campus, provided there is an explicit plan to verify ongoing staffing reliability and safety practices. Families should demand concrete assurances: regular, measurable therapy milestones; direct access to therapy leadership; guaranteed CNA coverage during key hours; a transparent process for addressing concerns; and proactive oxygen-safety checks. Tours should include candid conversations with current residents about responsiveness and with social workers about follow-through. If those assurances are not forthcoming, or if consistent compassionate care and safety oversight remain uncertain, a well-researched alternative should be pursued with equal or greater urgency.

Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

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
  • 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

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

Welcome to our assisted living community in Porterville, CA! Our community is designed to provide a comfortable and supportive environment for elderly individuals who require assistance with activities of daily living.

Our residents enjoy a range of amenities that contribute to their overall well-being. We have a spacious dining room where nutritious meals are served, accommodating special dietary restrictions as needed. The living spaces are fully furnished, ensuring that our residents feel at home. We also have beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces where residents can relax and enjoy fresh air.

Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene is important to us, which is why we offer housekeeping services to keep the living spaces tidy. For those who need assistance with bathing, dressing, or transfers, our caring staff members are available to provide support. We also coordinate with health care providers to ensure that residents receive appropriate medical care.

Managing medications can be a challenging task, but our community offers medication management services to ensure that residents take their medications as prescribed. Additionally, we provide diabetes diets for those who require special dietary restrictions.

Transportation is often a concern for elderly individuals, especially when it comes to medical appointments. Our community handles transportation arrangements for medical needs and doctors' appointments so that residents can easily access the healthcare they require.

We believe in maintaining an active and engaging lifestyle for our residents. Therefore, we schedule daily activities that cater to their interests and preferences. Residents can participate in various social events and hobbies while connecting with others in the community.

Our location provides easy access to essential amenities nearby. There are three cafes within close proximity, allowing residents to enjoy outings or meet friends for a cup of coffee. The presence of four parks offers opportunities for leisurely walks or picnics outdoors. With ten pharmacies nearby, obtaining prescriptions or over-the-counter medications is convenient. Residents also have ample choices when it comes to dining out, with 32 restaurants in the vicinity offering diverse cuisine options.

For spiritual nourishment and connection, there are 16 places of worship nearby where residents can practice their faith. In case of emergencies or specialized medical care, we have six hospitals in the vicinity, ensuring prompt attention and access to healthcare services.

At our assisted living community in Porterville, CA, we strive to provide a supportive and enriching environment for our elderly residents. With our comprehensive care services, excellent amenities, and convenient location, we aim to enhance their quality of life and promote overall well-being.

Nearby Places of Interest

Parks

  • Murray Park (0.6 miles)
  • Murry Park (0.7 miles)
  • Hayes Field (2.3 miles)
  • Veterans Park (3.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)
  • El Nuevo Mexicali (1.1 miles)
  • Forest Buffet/ Eagle Mountain Casino (1.2 miles)
  • The Vault Bar & Grill (1.2 miles)
  • Dickey's BBQ (1.3 miles)
  • Porterville Taqueria Chihuahua (1.4 miles)
  • El Progresso (1.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Porterville Hospital (1.1 miles)
  • Sierra View District Hospital (1.8 miles)
  • Sun Villa Rehab (1.9 miles)
  • Tulare County Mental Health Clinic (2.5 miles)
  • Porterville Convalescent (2.5 miles)
  • Porterville Developmental Center (2.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Save Mart Supermarkets (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Southern Baptist Convention (1.5 miles)
  • First Baptist Church (1.6 miles)
  • West Coast Believers Porterville (2.1 miles)
  • Trinity Lutheran Church (2.1 miles)
  • General Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists (2.1 miles)
  • First Church of the Nazarene (2.1 miles)
  • Living Word Fellowship Church (2.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Porterville Women's Medical Associates (1.6 miles)
  • Dr Michael Geiling - Porterville Women's Medical Associates (1.6 miles)
  • Kern Allergy & Medical Research (1.7 miles)
  • Reid E Adams-Denner (1.7 miles)
  • Pearson Medical Clinic (1.7 miles)
  • South Valley Vascular (1.7 miles)
  • Dr Thiagarajan (1.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.6 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2.8 miles)
  • Pho Sho Fusion House (2.9 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (9.5 miles)

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