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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Merrimac, CA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Merrimac 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 Merrimac. 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 51 independent living facilities in Merrimac, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Paradise, Oroville and Quincy.
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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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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: 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.
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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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.
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.
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I have been how for 5 years. Much has changed since being having the shown some new staff member. Kitchen also salad bar gone need more greens healthy food. My contract said window outside to be washed each...
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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.
Hilltop Commons Seniors' Community is a casual country retreat for seniors located in the charming Sierra Foothills community of Grass Valley, nestled among acres of towering pines. There are plenty of community events, performing arts, historic parks, restaurants and other outdoor recreation to...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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: Assisted 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
WestHaven is a one of a kind Northstate treasure. Located in the quiet rural community of Orland, CA. WestHaven sits on easy access all-weather I-5 just minutes from world class health care and recreation in adjacent Chico, CA.Access to family and friends is unprecedented with a friendly open...
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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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Merrimac, CA
The average cost of senior living in Merrimac is $4,191 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portola, CA with an average of $3,919 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Merrimac, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Merrimac, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Merrimac
Recent reviews for independent living in Merrimac
Windchime of Chico
5.0
My brother was a resident at Windchime of Chico and everything was great for him. I am so grateful for the care that he received at this facility.
Atria Grass Valley
5.0
Atria Grass Valley is a very nice community. The staff are very helpful and communicate with any concerns about my loved one that they may have. The residents are friendly as well. It is a nice place to live for my loved one.
Hilltop Commons in Grass Valley, CA
4.5
My mom became a resident after downsizing from a larger home. She instantly loved the experience at Hiiltop Commons. Her social opportunity expanded, she felt part of a small community, and above all she felt safe and cared for. Although she passed away after only two years of residency, ...
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Merrimac independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrimac independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrimac, 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 Merrimac 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 Merrimac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrimac, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrimac 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 Merrimac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrimac, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
39.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrimac 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 Merrimac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
46.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.2%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sycamore Glen Retirement, The Terraces Senior Living and Atria Grass Valley are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merrimac, California. See full list of communities.
There are 51 independent living facilities near Merrimac, California. See the full list.
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