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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mom used to live here. The apartments were nice for just a general senior apartment complex. They did have some community activities. They had bingo and crafts and other activities like that so for...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome Home to the perfect residential community for active seniors!Harmony BayIndependent Livingfor Ages 55 & Better...Lease one of our apartment homes and you will experience the best of all possible worlds with the comfort and quality you want, plenty of the necessities that make living...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our mission is to provide culturally sensitive residential services of the highest quality to our Elderly population in the Fresno/Clovis area. We believe in the principles of prevention, continuity of care, and collaboration with the people most involved in the lives of our residents. We are...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Spacious 1 bedroom and 1 bath and 2 bedroom and 2 bath.Single Level Community Cable TV Ready Fully Equipped Kitchen Indoor Washer and Electric Dryer Hook Ups Ceiling Fans in Living Room and Bedrooms Emergency Call System Available Clubhouse with Library and Crafts Room Gated Community Limited...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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This facility was good, overall. I will say it seems to be a better fit for residents with mental challenges rather than physical challenges like our loved one had. The facility was kept clean. We were there...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Gettysburg Christian Home is a senior care home located in the beautiful city of Fresno, CA in Fresno County. Our loving community overlooks the magnificent San Joaquin Valley and stunning city views on the eastern side. Fresno is known for its cultural diversity and the fresh atmosphere making...
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Cost of independent living in Darrah, CA

The average cost of senior living in Darrah is $3,357 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Livingston, CA with an average of $2,862 per month.

Independent living costs in Darrah, CA, vs. nearby cities

Darrah, CA
$3,357/mo

Independent living costs in Darrah, CA, vs. state and national averages

Darrah, CA
$3,357/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Darrah, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,045/mo
Independent Living
$3,357/mo

Independent living costs in Darrah, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,414/mo
Studio
$3,843/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,118/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,808/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,230/mo

Senior living costs in Darrah vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Darrah, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarrah, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,357/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,450/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,045/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Darrah, CA:$3,357/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Darrah, CA:$3,450/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Darrah, CA:$4,045/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Darrah, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Darrah and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Darrah, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Darrah have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Darrah, CA$2,944/mo$3,064/mo-3.9%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Darrah, CA
2024 average cost:$2,944/mo
2023 average cost:$3,064/mo
Percent change:-3.9%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Darrah

Recent reviews for independent living in Darrah

Castle Vista in Atwater, CA

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I have lived at Castle Vista since April 2014. It is a great place to retire. The residents are caring and friendly. I have made many friends here. The maintenance is excellent. One phone call is all you need if you have a problem. There are daily activities. Always something fun to do. I have a ...
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Pacifica Senior Living Fresno

3.3
My loved one is a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Fresno. The staff is AMAZING! However, it's the new owners that are failing. The carpets are nasty and should be replaced like we were told at the time of our sign up. Their staff is way over worked. The new owners don't treat them very well ...
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Skyline Place in Sonora, CA

4.4
It was a very positive experience and they were very helpful in helping us make adjustments. Yes we would recommend it to others. Sonora is a beautiful city in the lower Sierras and Skyline Place is in. Great location in the city. Right near the major Hospital.

Darrah independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darrah independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darrah, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darrah independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Darrah partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darrah, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Darrah independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Darrah communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darrah, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darrah independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Darrah offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darrah, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
47%
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