Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community

Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community

Overview of Columbus Estates – a Provincial Senior Living Community

Spend your golden years doing the things you love with the blissful senior living community of Columbus Estates tucked in the charming neighborhood of Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA, specializing in independent living. The community ensures seniors live their daily lives without hassles by providing supportive services. Cherish every moment of your best years with Columbus Estates taking care of the maintenance and other daily chores,

A selection of suites, cottages, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences are available to foster a comfortable and safe environment. Moreover, the community features extensive amenities including a bistro area, an activity room, a library, and a country store for residents to maintain an active and happy lifestyle. Delight with healthy and tasty meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Columbus Estates is great for seniors seeking a peaceful retirement.

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Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #951 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 951st out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 410 - 505 / 550 - 858 / 800 / 910 - 1060 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Three Meals Per Day

Managed by Steve Flynt

President | COO

30 years of experience

Steve Flynt is the President and COO of Provincial Senior Living with 30 years of experience in senior living operations. He is a licensed nursing home administrator in Arizona and Colorado and focuses on building teams and fostering a culture of care and accountability. Steve supports communities nationwide and emphasizes servant leadership and talent development.

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Address 4.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bakersfield's city center to Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.32 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente: Kern County Medical Facilities)

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Independent Living in California

Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community is located in Bakersfield, 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).
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community

Is Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community in a walkable area?

Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community?

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What is the address of Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community?

Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community is located at 3201 Columbus St, Bakersfield, CA 93306.

What is the phone number of Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community?

(661) 872-5855 will put you in contact with the team at Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community.

Is Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Columbus Estates – A Provincial Senior Living Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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