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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gualala, CA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Gualala 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 Gualala. 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 43 independent living facilities in Gualala, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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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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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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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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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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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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.
Varenna, one of the nations most luxurious retirement communities offering five-star services and amenities with a continuum of care in the heart of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County's wine country. You will find an inviting, supportive and active resort lifestyle, located on 30 acres of exceptional...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Varenna is a premier retirement community situated on a lush 29-acre campus. Developed by Oakmont Senior Living, Varenna provides quality, comfort and a continuum of care with five-star services and amenities. Here, an active lifestyle promotes independence which is enhanced by an array of...
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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.
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.
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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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.
Cost of independent living in Gualala, CA
The average cost of senior living in Gualala is $5,452 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lakeport, CA with an average of $3,815 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Gualala
Recent reviews for independent living in Gualala
Villa Capri in Santa Rosa, CA
4.8
It's very pricey but if you can afford it then I would recommend it, unless your loved one is a foodie. Complaints about the food from day one. Best suited mom, more like a resort. Loved the staff. Friendly and caring. Beautiful environment.
Healdsburg Senior Living
5.0
[name removed] and her whole team were MAGNIFICENT! Putting on a western cowboy family party and bbq! Everyone dressed in cowboy gear [name removed] and all of us residents loved it! So fun!
Brookdale Windsor
4.5
I would say that I would highly recommend the Brookdale facility in Windsor, especially if the person needing the facility is social. The staff and Management Team are exceptional and I trust that Mom is being well taken care of; I wish she had been ready sooner, the adjustment has been hard on ...
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Gualala independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gualala independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gualala, 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 Gualala 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 Gualala 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
16.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gualala 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 Gualala communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
36.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gualala 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 Gualala offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Brookdale Paulin Creek, Brookdale Windsor and Brookdale Chanate are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gualala, California. See full list of communities.
There are 43 independent living facilities near Gualala, California. See the full list.
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