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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hills Ferry, CA

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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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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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Stacie's Chalet was offering a special at the time our loved one was moving in, and the value regarding that special was really good. However we are unsure of the overall going rate of this community. The...
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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.
Stacie's Chalet in Modesto, offers wonderful opportunities for the senior lifestyle of your choice. We are located near shopping and numerous services. The resident care team oversees the care and services provided by the specially trained resident assistants. We offer both assisted living and...
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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.
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: 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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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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I have lived here at Castle Vista for one year. The duplexes are very spacious and it is a quiet community. I have met many nice people and really enjoy the activities. The maintenance is great. I don't have...
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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.
Castle Vista is a retirement community located in beautiful Atwater, California. This residential area is pleased to offer a number of duplex accommodations for active seniors 55 years or older seeking to make the most of their retirement years. Situated in 77 acres of lush, landscaped...
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The staff at this community are absolutely outstanding, they are always on top of every situation and handle it with such grace. They have really gone out of there way to make sure that my mom is comfortable...
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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.
The facility is a medium size facility structured for Assisted Living regulated by the Department of Social Services, where you can find the comforts of home. From the safe and spacious living area, indoors and outdoors as well, to the friendly, caring and devoted staff, we are committed to...
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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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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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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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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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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.
Vintage Faire ResidentialLocated right in the heart of Modesto, CA, Vintage Faire Residential boasts a quaint, country atmosphere with all the right modern amenities. In fact, you may feel like you’ve stepped back in time when you look at the decor of this beautiful home. With gorgeous outdoor...
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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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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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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: 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.
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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 Hills Ferry, CA

The average cost of senior living in Hills Ferry is $3,599 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Livingston, CA with an average of $2,862 per month.

Independent living costs in Hills Ferry, CA, vs. nearby cities

Hills Ferry, CA
$3,599/mo
$3,908/mo
$3,656/mo

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

Hills Ferry, CA
$3,599/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Hills Ferry, CA, vs. other senior living options

$3,661/mo
Independent Living
$3,599/mo

Independent living costs in Hills Ferry, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,635/mo
Studio
$4,821/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,776/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,500/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,600/mo

Senior living costs in Hills Ferry 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: Hills Ferry, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHills Ferry, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,599/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,645/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,661/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Hills Ferry, CA:$3,599/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Hills Ferry, CA:$3,645/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Hills Ferry, CA:$3,661/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Hills Ferry, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hills Ferry 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
Hills Ferry, CA$3,000/mo$3,085/mo-2.8%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Hills Ferry, CA
2024 average cost:$3,000/mo
2023 average cost:$3,085/mo
Percent change:-2.8%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 Hills Ferry

Recent reviews for independent living in Hills Ferry

Stratford at Beyer Park in Modesto, CA

5.0
My loved one enjoyed being there and having the other residents around to interact with. That helped him improve a lot. It's a nice, bright, cheery place to live. It was the best place for him at the time that he needed it. And I liked all the staff I met. They were very friendly, helpful, ...
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Castle Vista in Atwater, CA

5.0
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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Heritage Estates Senior Apts. in Livermore, CA

5.0
It's been great for my mom. I was very impressed. The apartment is very nice. I can't tell u how friendly and helpful everyone has been. My mom is doing very well. She is participating in the activities. Eric has been very helpful with my mom. He's been very good. The only downside is the ...
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Hills Ferry independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hills Ferry independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hills Ferry, 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 Hills Ferry 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 Hills Ferry partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hills Ferry, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Hills Ferry 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 Hills Ferry communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hills Ferry, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hills Ferry 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 Hills Ferry offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
19.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Oaks at Inglewood, Westmont of Morgan Hill and Valley Spring Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hills Ferry, California. See full list of communities.
There are 132 independent living facilities near Hills Ferry, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Hills Ferry, California is Westmont of Morgan Hill. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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