BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — A new 300-bed care facility for older adults has opened in Bakersfield with the ability to help seniors who are homeless or at risk of losing housing.

The project, called Seniors Housing Redevelopment Bakersfield, was funded with $14 million from the state's Community Care Expansion Program.

It's run by Real Care Assisted Living and reserves a number of rooms for low-income seniors who receive SSI or immigrant cash assistance.

The facility offers more than just a roof overhead. Residents will get case management, medication support, nutrition services and a full wellness program.

That includes aquatic therapy, gym sessions, meditation and arts and crafts, all aimed at supporting physical and mental health.

Officials with the California Department of Social

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