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St. Francis Assisted Care in Turlock, CA

St. Francis Assisted Care is an assisted living and memory care community in Turlock, CA.

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St. Francis Assisted Care in Turlock, CA

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  • Interior

    A bright indoor dining area with tables and chairs, featuring a balcony and ceiling fan.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a blue sofa and decorative elements, creating a modern and inviting atmosphere.
  • Living Room

    A modern living room with comfortable seating and a large television.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with twin beds, each accompanied by a nightstand and lamp, set against a hardwood floor.
  • Windows

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, chair, and sliding glass door letting in natural light.
  • Bathroom

    A clean and well-arranged bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.
  • Painting

    A modern waiting area featuring a blue chair, decorative art, and wood flooring.

120 20Th Century Boulevard, Turlock, CA 95380

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

4.2 from 29 reviews
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St. Francis Assisted Care Costs & Pricing

St. Francis Assisted Care offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to Stanislaus County and the broader California market. For a semi-private room, St. Francis charges $3,500 per month, which is slightly above the county average of $3,241 and notably more affordable than the state average of $3,333. In contrast, for those seeking a studio apartment, the monthly cost rises to $5,500 - significantly higher than both Stanislaus County's average of $3,925 and California's statewide average of $4,145. This pricing reflects the quality care and amenities provided at St. Francis while positioning it as an attractive option for those looking for assisted living arrangements in the region.

Floor plansSt. Francis Assisted CareStanislaus CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$3,500$3,241$3,333
Studio$5,500$3,925$4,145

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Overall Review of St. Francis Assisted Care

common 21 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families consistently describe caring, responsive staff interactions.

Across reviews, families say staff members are friendly, patient, and supportive day to day, including during harder stretches like recovery and end-of-life care. Many reviewers also mention communication that feels proactive, such as contacting families about issues and following up promptly when concerns come up. A few reviews take the opposite view, describing staffing gaps or sloppy handoffs, but most comments emphasize that staff are present and engaged with residents.

common 10 reviews mention this

Food earns mixed but pointed feedback

Dining receives both praise and complaints, especially around food quality and dietary fit.

Several families say meals are substantial and that the community works with dietary needs, including vegetarian diets and other special requirements. Some residents also report that chef-prepared meals look and taste good. At the same time, a cluster of reviews is sharply negative about food quality, describing meals as unappetizing or poorly prepared, which stands in contrast to the more positive dining comments.

  • A bright indoor dining area with tables and chairs, featuring a balcony and ceiling fan.
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Activities and engagement vary by reviewer

Residents’ engagement is a recurring theme, with both active programming and room to improve.

Many reviews describe an activities-focused environment, including regular group activities and spaces where residents can draw or socialize, plus music and community events. Some families say staff did a strong job keeping residents involved. Others note fewer activities than expected, so the day-to-day variety appears to depend on the resident and the timing of the visit.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Facility condition and cleanliness are debated

Cleanliness and upkeep are inconsistent across reviews, with some severe complaints.

Some families describe the building as older but updated, with rooms that look clean and cared for. Others report cleanliness problems, including filthy spaces they observed and concerns about damaged or poorly maintained areas. Even among the more neutral takes, there are mentions of cleaning that did not feel thorough enough, which helps explain why cleanliness is a dividing line in reviews.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Supervision and staffing feel inconsistent

Several reviews raise concerns about staffing levels and timely help when issues arise.

A number of reviews describe times when staffing did not feel sufficient for residents’ needs, including concerns about supervision during day-to-day routines. There are also specific complaints about what happened after a fall and the lack of communication to families until later. Those concerns are not universal, but they recur enough to stand out alongside the more positive caregiving comments.

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Price value vs. added cost concerns

Pricing is described as either good value or too high, depending on the reviewer.

Some families emphasize value, including a locked rate and an expectation that costs won’t escalate after move-in, plus confidence that care needs are covered in a straightforward way. Other reviews criticize rising prices without corresponding improvements, and a few say the community feels overpriced relative to cleanliness and food quality. This split lines up with how strongly the reviews differ on condition, dining, and staffing.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 56 resident community capacity 56 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Located close to restaurants Located close to restaurants
  • Located close to shopping centers Located close to shopping centers
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Religious/meditation center Religious/meditation center
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Modesto City-County-Harry Sham (10 miles away) Modesto City-County-Harry Sham (10 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 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
  • Care with behavioral issues Care with behavioral issues
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • 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
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Rehabilitation program Rehabilitation program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Trivia games Trivia games
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Turlock, California offers a convenient and accessible location with a variety of amenities within close proximity. With multiple pharmacies, physicians offices, and hospitals in the area, residents have easy access to healthcare services. There are also several parks nearby for leisurely activities and outdoor recreation. A selection of popular restaurants and cafes provide dining options for residents, while the Regal Turlock theater offers entertainment options. Additionally, transportation options are available with the Modesto Amtrak Station located within a reasonable distance. Overall, this neighborhood provides a balanced mix of essentials for senior living in a well-connected community setting.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (0.5 miles)
  • Boies Medical Center Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Tower Compounding Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Save Mart Supermarkets (2 miles)

Parks

  • Donnelly Park (0.4 miles)
  • Four Seasons Park (1.8 miles)
  • Memory Lane Pergola (2 miles)
  • Communty Center Park (6.6 miles)
  • McConnell State Recreation Area (9.8 miles)
  • Hagaman Park (10 miles)
  • Riverside Park (11 miles)

Physicians

  • Central Valley Cardiovascular (0.6 miles)
  • Obgyn Associates of Turlock (0.6 miles)
  • Turlock Medical Office (0.7 miles)
  • Cesar Acosta DMD, Family Dentistry (0.8 miles)
  • Turlock Imaging Services (0.9 miles)
  • Stanford Emanuel Radiation Oncology Center (0.9 miles)
  • Iraj Sabahi (0.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.7 miles)
  • Yogurt Mill (0.7 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (0.8 miles)
  • First And Main (0.8 miles)
  • Memo's Cocina & Tequila Bar (0.8 miles)
  • Del Taco (1.4 miles)
  • Applebee's (1.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mark One Corporation (1 miles)
  • Northern California Surgery Center (1.5 miles)
  • Frisancho, Miguel A DDS (9.5 miles)
  • Stanislaus County Health Services Agency (12.1 miles)
  • Central Valley Specialty Hospital (12.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Dutch Bros Coffee (1.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • The Sweet Life (7.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (10.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Turlock (1.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Holy Rosary Catholic Church (6.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Modesto Amtrak Station (MOD) (11.8 miles)

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