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Senior Care in Chico, California

Every licensed senior community in the Chico, CA area — evaluated with real federal inspection data, staffing records, and transparent pricing, then ranked by our objective Scout Score. A local advisor can help you compare and tour, free.

9
Communities evaluated
3
Cities covered
1
5-star rated
2.2
Avg CMS rating

Cost of senior care in Chico

Local Chico-area estimates: published state survey medians adjusted for Chico prices. Your advisor will find options that match your budget.

Assisted Living
$6,720/mo median
typical range $5,380–$8,400
Memory Care
$6,260/mo median
typical range $5,010–$7,830
Skilled Nursing
$12,280/mo median
typical range $10,160–$15,260
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
$6,720/mo median
typical range $2,880–$6,890
Residential Care Home
$6,050/mo median
typical range $4,840–$7,560

2024–2026 published survey medians medians, adjusted to Chico using federal (BEA) regional price data. Methodology

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Chico.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

All 9 communities in Chico, ranked

Ranked by Haven Scout Score — our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety.

California Park Post Acute in Chico
1

Chico, CA · 90 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

One of Chico's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $10,160$15,260/mo
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Gridley Post Acute in Gridley
2

Gridley, CA · 82 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Gridley.

Est. $10,160$15,260/mo
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Country Crest Post-Acute in Oroville
3

Oroville, CA · 59 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Oroville.

Est. $10,160$15,260/mo
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Chico Terrace Care Center in Chico
4

Chico, CA · 76 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Chico.

Est. $10,160$15,260/mo
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Arbor Post Acute in Chico
5

Chico, CA · 144 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $10,160$15,260/mo
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Feather River Care Center in Oroville
6

Oroville, CA · 50 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $10,160$15,260/mo
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Oakwood Healthcare Center in Chico
7

Chico, CA · 99 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $10,160$15,260/mo
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Autumn Creek Post Acute in Chico
8

Chico, CA · 184 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $10,160$15,260/mo
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Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center in Oroville
9

Oroville, CA · 126 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $10,160$15,260/mo
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Frequently asked questions

How much does senior living cost in Chico, CA?

In the Chico, CA area, assisted living typically runs $5,380–$8,400/month (median $6,720), memory care $5,010–$7,830/month (median $6,260), and skilled nursing $10,160–$15,260/month (median $12,280) — local estimates built from published survey medians adjusted for area prices. A free Haven advisor can pinpoint exact pricing for communities that fit your budget.

How are the 9 communities on this page rated?

Every skilled nursing community is scored with our Haven Scout Score, a composite built from official CMS Care Compare data — overall star rating, health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures — plus safety signals like fines and citation history. We rank by objective data, not by who pays us.

Is Haven really free for families?

Yes. Haven is always free for families. When we help a family find and move into the right community, that community pays us a referral fee. You never pay anything, and we show every licensed community in the area — not just paying partners.

What's the difference between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing?

Assisted living helps with daily activities while preserving independence. Memory care is a secured setting with specially trained staff for dementia. Skilled nursing provides 24/7 licensed medical care and rehab. Not sure which fits? Take our free 2-minute care assessment.