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Florence Gardens

Florence Gardens

6701 Auburn St, Bakersfield, CA 93306 View map
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Overview of Florence Gardens

Florence Gardens is a top-rated independent living community in Bakersfield, CA, that has specially designed one- and two-bedroom apartments for older adults. The community promotes a warm and inviting environment, ensuring older adults feel at home during their stay. Laundry spaces, utilities, and recreational opportunities are also provided for residents’ convenience. Here, residents have a maintenance-free living, accompanied by the community’s top-notch services.

With planned social activities, residents have more opportunities for leisure and interactions with friends. A clubhouse, a pond, and a gameroom are also available, so residents can explore new interests and rest comfortably. The Central California Rehabilitation Hospital is also located nearby, ensuring residents have easy access to their healthcare needs. As one of the affordable options for senior living in California, this independent living community ensures residents can live comfortably in retirement.

Facility Direct Line (661) 872-5353
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #578 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 578th out of 638 independent living communities we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in California that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 680 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 6.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bakersfield's city center to Florence Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Real Care
IL
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Bakersfield
300
Facility 300
CA AVG 168
Rank #40 / 409
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 59
Rank #277 / 638
15
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #153 / 391
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #302 / 398
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 15
Rank #387 / 402
-Ljn Capital LLC Dba Real Care1 Bed / Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
Hallmark Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Bakersfield
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 168
Rank #296 / 409
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 59
Rank #253 / 638
22
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 391
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #302 / 398
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 15
Rank #338 / 402
62.6%
Facility 62.6%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #263 / 361
Hallmark Senior Living LLCStudio
Hallmark Of Bakersfield
IL
AL
MC
Bakersfield
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 168
Rank #296 / 409
No
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 59
Rank #154 / 638
22
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 391
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #302 / 398
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59.6%
Facility 59.6%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #285 / 361
-Studio Suite
Riverstone Terrace Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Bakersfield
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 168
Rank #359 / 409
Yes
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 59
Rank #482 / 638
23
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #232 / 391
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #302 / 398
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 15
Rank #139 / 402
38.2%
Facility 38.2%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #353 / 361
Pacifica Bakersfieldlp And Calson Care Bakersfield LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Florence Gardens
IL
Bakersfield-Yes
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 59
Rank #578 / 638
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other CA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in California

Florence Gardens is located in Bakersfield, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Florence Gardens

Is Florence Gardens in a walkable area?

Florence Gardens has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Florence Gardens?

Yes, Florence Gardens allows residents to bring their pets.

What levels of care does Florence Gardens provide?

Florence Gardens offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Florence Gardens?

Florence Gardens is located at 6701 Auburn St, Bakersfield, CA 93306.

What is the phone number of Florence Gardens?

(661) 872-5353 will put you in contact with the team at Florence Gardens.

Does Florence Gardens provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Florence Gardens is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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