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The staff and residents are the only thing we are really pleased with. Basically the average age of the community at 93 is too old for us and my husband does not get the help he was promised. As far as the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
We now have 107 Independent Living Apartments and 56 Assisted Living Apartments.4 floor plans to choose from: 670sq ft to 1,115sq ft. with patios and decks
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They are doing great! Everything is going along just fine. They are very helpful. They are very forthcoming. There have been a few little hiccups and instantly when we brought it up, they were jolly on the...
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.
The tremendous quality of life you will find at Oakwood Senior Home — Vallejo is owed more than anything else to our dedicated staff members and the superior care and services they provide. At Oakwood Senior Home you are assured of the care, respect and enjoyment you deserve. When you choose...
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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.
Nestled in the heart of California Wine Country, in Northern California, Pacifica Senior Living Santa Rosa offers residents unparalleled services and amenities for Assisted Living and Memory Care. Residents will enjoy over 4 acres of meticulously designed grounds and gardens. Our community...
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Unlike the 2 reviews listed, I actually live here. Yes the "rules" covering dining change... no progress without change. The wait staff are young people ( the pay scale has just been raised to the highest...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Experience Fountaingrove Lodge, the nation's first active and independent LGBT retirement community 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,...
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The medical team really gives enough individual attention to each of their client. Though it is a smaller facility compared to others. The staff specially customized their work to each individual need and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
AgeSong University provides outstanding care to residents in the newest AgeSong community. We strive to create an environment that is culturally and economically diverse. Since 1884 the site has continually evolved to meet the changing needs of the aging population in San Francisco, and that...
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My uncle has made the move into this community and everything has been going great for him. The staff have been attentive to his needs and I am comfortable with the care he has been receiving. He has had no...
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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.
Located on a 10-acre orchard and farm, The Country Inn Retirement Home is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly in the Napa Valley. Opening their doors in 1983, Country Inn has been in business for 33 years. Due to ever changing needs of the elderly, the staff at Country Inn creates unique...
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The staff at Peninsula Reflections is truly wonderful. We had just days to choose a memory care center and were so lucky to find Peninsula Reflections. Every member of the staff got to know my dad - they...
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.
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This is a lovely place filled with bright, interesting progressive people. Good food and excellent restaurants nearby.5Tke view over the Lake is spectacular. They have health aides available for hire, but...
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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.
A NEW HOME ON THE LAKE — Small and Intimate yet GrandThe Lake Merritt is an independent lifestyle community designed especially for older adults who want to remain active and engaged with life yet are ready to relinquish daily tasks and home maintenance. Located directly on Lake Merritt, our...
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From the moment I walked through the doors at Grand Lake Gardens I knew I had found my new home. Residents and staff greeted me with open arms. I love the circular walkway that goes around our simply...
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.
Grand Lake Gardens is a residential independent living community in the heart of the Grand-Lakeshore District, offering a lifestyle filled with engagement in and outside the community. Access to higher levels of care are available at our sister community Piedmont Gardens.The intimate,...
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Lakeshore Residential Care in Oakland has made a huge, positive change in the life of a friend. The facility is clean, I smell delicious food cooking when I visit. The staff is always busy cleaning and...
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.
Lakeshore Residential Care is located in the City of Oakland in the Lake Merritt commercial district, only a few blocks from the unique Lake Merritt and the shopping center, medical facilities, Physician facilities, banks, senior centers, churches, parks and Parkway Theater are close by, there...
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It's a very clean community. They provide housekeeping and meals. The staff is wonderful, and I have no issues with them at all. They have activites such as exercise, games, a readers club, and gardening....
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.
Our location in the historic town of St. Helena, in the beautiful Napa Valley, is perfect for retirement living. Our grounds provide a safe and beautiful environment to take morning walks and evening strolls. We are a family owned retirement community. Without question there is a strong sense...
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IThis community is unlike any other. They offer meditation, yoga, dance classes and residents are actively engaged with each other The staff is very loving and closely connected with my Mom. No one is...
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.
AgeSong WoodPark is pleased to offer AgeSongLiving's unique approach to eldercare, a rich, colorful, culturally diverse assisted living community. What makes the AgeSongLiving approach unique and especially relevant to WoodPark is our view of aging as growth and expansion. In appreciation of...
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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff have been great and they are very helpful. This is a family run community and the owner is here all the time and I feel that the residents are...
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.
Diamond Care retirement home is located in the stunning city of Diamond Bar, California where the sun shines year-round and the weather makes the city a perfect place to retire to! We pride ourselves in offering the best care and community to all of our residents and we are proud to be among the...
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my father has been staying here for over a year now and doing a lot better than when he was first admitted. The staff here are always so kind and patient with him since he has dementia and gets very restless...
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.
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I have been very impressed with the friendliness, quality of food, cleanliness, and the speed at which a repair gets done . Most importantly, my mother is extremely happy living here!
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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.
A vibrant lifestyle is what you’ll experience at Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill. We are an award winning senior independent, assisted living community designed with grace and style. It’s easy to make new friends with residents, family and staff at the many social gatherings and fabulous...
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My wife and I are staying here and the location is great it's right downtown. We are in the independent living and they come clean our room once a week and do the linens. They have lots of daily activities...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Situated between Berkeley and Walnut Creek in Contra Costa county, Merrill Gardens proudly offers senior living for the Lamorinda area in the heart of downtown Lafayette. Enjoy being centrally located within walking distance to local shops, restaurants and art galleries. The Lafayette Library and...
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We selected this facility because their minimum respite stay was only 21 days. My wife thought the stay was wonderful. Her room was very nice, the food was good, the staff very friendly, and she enjoyed the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Atria Park of Lafayette offers all the comforts of home, with just the right amount of care. Our dedicated staff provides 24-hour support to assisted living residents, as well as specialized care for those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. With panoramic views of Mount Diablo, spacious...
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My loved one is always saying the food is good, this is important since my loved one is in assisted living. The community also will bring food to the room so I can visit with my loved one in their...
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.
We are proud to offer exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care services in one of the East Bay's loveliest areas. Nestled in the heart of Moraga's rolling hills, this desirable place to live offers a charming country atmosphere within easy reach of city amenities. Our quaint, all-American town...
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The community is wonderful and beautiful. the staff has been awesome to my loved one. My loved one really enjoys the community and the people. The meals are really and there is a variety of options. I...
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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.
Carlton Senior Living Downtown Pleasant Hillis a lovely, independent, assisted living and memory care community located in downtown Pleasant Hill area. Built with luxury and comfort perfectly balanced, Carlton is the best choice for many seniors and their families. You will feel right at home in...
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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.
Live Life Better at Pleasant Hill Manor!This community is conveniently located near entertainment venues, shopping, dining and more.Under new ownership and management, the dedication of the team is reflected in the care taken to help ensure resident's physical, emotional and social needs are...
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I'm glad that my loved ones moved in here. My loved ones really like the community. There is a health provider that comes on site and this is a big plus that the doctor can see my loved ones on site in...
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.
Nestled in the foothills of Walnut Creek, Byron Park is the premier choice for senior living in the East Bay. Since 1991, our dedicated staff has been serving the community with both independent and assisted living, creating a vibrant and safe atmosphere for residents to thrive. Invigorating...
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Even though the activities are quite my style they do have a ton of different things for the residents to take advantage of. It had been a positive experience so far and I would recommend the Carlton Senior...
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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.
Chateau on Broadway is a lively, activity filled independent living senior community that provides plenty of opportunities to enjoy laughs, fun and life with new friends. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. Residents enjoy a contemporary, urban setting with beautifully landscaped grounds that...
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I first found out about Mills Estate and Burlingame Villas years ago when I wrote an article for a newspaper I used to work at. When my mother needed care, I have placed her in Mills Estate Villa for...
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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 fully licensed assisted living facility in San Mateo county, Mills Estate Villa, provides housing along with just the right balance of supportive services and health-related care. Our assisted living facility is located in Burlingame just outside of San Mateo, is easily accessible from...
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We have been very happy with our experience at The Trousdale. The managing director here is really, really good. The staff members here are all very dedicated to their residents, they do have some turnover...
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.
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Very nice staff and management despite a change in ownership going on. They were all gentle with my mother during her last days and they were very sympathetic to me. I would recommend this facility (now...
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.
INDEPENDENT LIVINGApartments are rented on a monthly basis. Our studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments are fully carpeted, with individual climate control and emergency call systems. At Healdsburg Senior Living, you will enjoy the privacy of your own individual apartment within a community of...
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Cost of independent living in Marin County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Marin County is $5,461 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente, CA with an average of $4,796 per month.

Independent living costs in Marin County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Marin County, CA
$5,461/mo

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

Marin County, CA
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U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Marin County, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,850/mo
Independent Living
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Independent living costs in Marin County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,000/mo
Studio
$4,412/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,566/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,368/mo

Senior living costs in Marin County 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: Marin County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarin County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,461/mo$4,509/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$5,079/mo$4,371/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$5,850/mo$5,275/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Marin County, CA:$5,461/mo
California:$4,509/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Marin County, CA:$5,079/mo
California:$4,371/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Marin County, CA:$5,850/mo
California:$5,275/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Marin County, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Marin County 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
Marin County, CA$4,218/mo$4,178/mo+1.0%
California$3,684/mo$3,629/mo+1.5%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Marin County, CA
2024 average cost:$4,218/mo
2023 average cost:$4,178/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
California
2024 average cost:$3,684/mo
2023 average cost:$3,629/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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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 Marin County

Recent reviews for independent living in Marin County

Carlton Senior Living Concord

5.0
The facility is very nice, close to stores, shops, parks & movie theatre. Lots of good restaurants near by. However, food is provided here, sometimes people like to go out to a restaurant. They have a lot of activities to do, a nice variety.

Atria Park of Lafayette

5.0
All 5 stars. Atria Park of Lafayette is an excellent place. The caregivers were proactive in managing my moms medicines, all staff were very communicative with my family about my moms care. I would definitely recommend them to others looking.

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Marin County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marin County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marin County, 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 Marin County 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 Marin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.3%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.7%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
30.5%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.7%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.3%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Marin County 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 Marin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.9%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
33.7%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marin County 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 Marin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marin County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.6%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
22.3%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Tamalpais Creek, Deer Park Retirement Community and Oakmont of Novato are the top-rated independent living facilities near Marin County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 341 independent living facilities near Marin County, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Marin County, California are The Heritage Downtown, Cogir of Rohnert Park Senior Living and Atria Park of San Mateo. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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