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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Day Valley, CA

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Day Valley area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Day Valley. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 31 independent living facilities in Day Valley, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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zipAveragecost: $5,216

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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.
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Cost of independent living in Day Valley, CA

The average cost of senior living in Day Valley is $5,216 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Juan Bautista, CA with an average of $4,016 per month.

Independent living costs in Day Valley, CA, vs. nearby cities

Day Valley, CA
$5,216/mo
$5,408/mo

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

Day Valley, CA
$5,216/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Day Valley, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,933/mo
Independent Living
$5,216/mo

Independent living costs in Day Valley, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,586/mo
Studio
$4,934/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,641/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,033/mo

Senior living costs in Day Valley 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: Day Valley, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDay Valley, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,216/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,012/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,933/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Day Valley, CA:$5,216/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Day Valley, CA:$5,012/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Day Valley, CA:$5,933/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Day Valley, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Day Valley 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 Day Valley, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Day Valley 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Day Valley, CA$4,207/mo$4,995/mo-15.8%
California$3,382/mo$3,270/mo+3.4%
National$3,004/mo$2,847/mo+5.5%
Day Valley, CA
2024 average cost:$4,207/mo
2023 average cost:$4,995/mo
Percent change:-15.8%
California
2024 average cost:$3,382/mo
2023 average cost:$3,270/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,004/mo
2023 average cost:$2,847/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Day Valley

Recent reviews for independent living in Day Valley

Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA

5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .

Merrill Gardens at Campbell

4.6
When it comes to the activities - my understanding is that they do not have an activities director, and it shows. For over two months now. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families and we actual have a friend moving their loved one into ...
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Westmont of Morgan Hill

4.5
In August, we will have been in residence at Westmont for nine years. The Facility Director, was first to greet us, and he made us feel very welcome. We were initially attracted by the beauty of the facility and its location in Morgan Hill Since then, we have become even more fond of the ...
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Day Valley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Day Valley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Day Valley, 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 Day Valley 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 Day Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Day Valley 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 Day Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Day Valley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Day Valley 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 Day Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Day Valley, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
19.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
26.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.9%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Westmont of Morgan Hill, Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community and Loma Clara Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Day Valley, California. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near Day Valley, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Day Valley, California is Westmont of Morgan Hill. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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