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Photo of Carlton Plaza of Sacramento
66 Photos available
8.9
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My wife has been living at Carlton Plazas memory care for three years and I have no doubt in my mind it has added quality and meaning to her life. I toured 6 different communities before choosing Carlton. I...
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.
Come enjoy the family atmosphere that awaits you at Carlton Plaza of Sacramento. From the moment you enter the community you are transported to a place of warmth, safety and values that go beyond words. We take great pride in setting the standards of excellence and value in the Sacramento...
Photo of Atria Valley View
1111 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.9
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They were very welcoming and accommodating. The facility was clean and vibrant. The food was high quality. It's a wonderful place for seniors.
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.
With the classic California ambiance of a Mission-style lodge, Atria Valley View is a vibrant assisted living community nestled in the hills of Walnut Creek, conveniently located near downtown, shopping, banking and the John Muir Medical Center.Recently redeveloped to create strong indoor-outdoor...
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Photo of The Watermark at Rosewood Gardens
99 Photos available
8.9
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49 reviews
8.9
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It's a really nice place and it's smaller than others so the attention feels more personalized and close, like home. It's currently gone through transition with new ownership so that came with some bumps...
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.
The Watermark at Rosewood Gardens in Livermore, California, offers Assisted Living and Memory Care on a comfortable senior campus notable for a high standard of care in addition to friendly, fun, and caring associates that make our community feel more like a charming bed and breakfast. The...
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Photo of Oakmont of Montecito
22 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.8
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45 reviews
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There is a very friendly community. They have done a good job of inviting my mom to participate even though she's reluctant. When she does participate, she enjoys it. Floor staff seems to be always in a...
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.
Montecito is a premier retirement community situated on a lush five-acre campus with views of the rolling hills and direct access to Galindo Creek and Newhall Park. Montecito provides quality, comfort and a continuum of care with five-star services and amenities. Here, an active lifestyle...
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Photo of Cogir of Vacaville Senior Living
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55 Floor plans available
8.8
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The staff is friendly. The food has been good. The maid service once a week helps with cleanliness. And the apartment size is one of the biggest we have seen. All apartments include a balcony or patio
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.
Vacaville Retirement Community is an independent and assisted living community in Vacaville, California. Our vibrant community is ideally located near San Francisco, Wine Country, Gold Country and Sacramento, offering residents an active and exciting lifestyle near some of California's best...
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Photo of Brookdale Tracy
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.8
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5 straight across. He loves it and very happy there and it's a great price! My father in-law loves it ! We just saw him yesterday and he said they treat him great . The food is fantastic (which is a big...
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.
When you join our assisted living and memory care community in Tracy, Calif., you, as an assisted living resident, can jump into a busy social calendar and a life of leisure and independence while still receiving the personal assistance you need. Should your needs change over time, and you...
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Photo of Oakmont of Novato
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They will drive residents to stores in Novato, and to doctors as far as North San Rafael (Where Kaiser is). Very flexible and helpful. Staff is friendly. Place is very clean, and they keep each apartment...
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.
From the moment you arrive at Oakmont of Novato you step into luxury and elegance. You will realize that this way of life exceeds all your expectations. At Oakmont of Novato, you are living in a beautiful community, in an exquisite area blessed with beautiful blue skies and rolling hills with...
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Photo of Cogir of Fremont Senior Living
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55 Floor plans available
8.8
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Apartment was clean and nice, pricing was clear, food was good, the residents were very nice and people seemed happy. The property was well maintained, lots of activities that were enjoyed by residents. My...
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.
Cogir of Fremont Senior Living Community is an independent and assisted living community in Fremont, California. Our luxurious and active community is ideally situated in a residential area of the city, giving residents all the comforts of a small town near the amenities of a large city....
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Photo of Cogir of Vista Terrace
55 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.8
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On boarding was haphazard. But staff seemed to relay care. Parking is temporarily relocated whole they're building a Memory Care facility.
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.
Welcome to Vista Terrace of Belmont Senior Living!We offer both independent and assisted living. We offer studios, one-bedrooms and two-bedroom apartments, many have lovely views of the bay area and also the Belmont hills, and some of our apartments have charming walk-out terraces. Pets are...
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Photo of Serra Highlands Senior Living
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33 Floor plans available
8.7
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Staff was very nice and helpful. In particular, [Name removed] really went above and beyond to help me understand the process of searching for facilities and what kinds of questions I should ask to help...
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.
At Serra Highlands Senior Living, you'll find a serene and welcoming senior community with all the comforts of home. Residents enjoy a diverse social calendar with an extensive continued learning program. Surrounded by beautiful wooded walkways, Serra Highlands Senior Livingprovides views of the...
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Photo of Berkshire Assisted Living and Memory Care
88 Photos available
8.7
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16 reviews
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The facility is undergoing some improvements like new flooring (from carpet to vinyl plank), paint, landscaping. They are being very considerate in keeping residents from being disturbed by the...
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.
The Berkshire is locally owned and operated by a family with over 30 years experience. Quality and compassionate care is our goal, in a beautiful home atmosphere. Services include 24 hour care and supervision, personal care assistance, meals, snacks and special diets, incontinent care/management,...
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Photo of Landmark Villa
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I have lived at Landmark Villa for seven months, and it is the best home I have had in years. I would give my overall experience a 5 out of 5. After living in three different senior living communities over...
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 offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create...
Photo of Cogir of North Bay Senior Living
3333 Photos available
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The move in was rushed on our part, as my mom had just passed and we needed to move my brother quickly. Cogir was very accommodating and helped with all the move in paperwork. The apartment is perfect for my...
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.
Cogir of North Bay Senior Living is an independent living and assisted living community in Vallejo, California. Our community boasts stunning views that overlook the Mare Island Straits and the Napa River. Located near Richardson Park and Dan Foley Park, Cogir of North Bay has a prime location...
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Photo of Vista Prado
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1) a solid 4. I don't know what a perfect 5 would look like, but, they have helped me as much as my mother to navigate the difficult transition to assisted living. The entire staff has been open 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.
Vista Prado is a secured community specializing in Memory Care assisted living services. Under new ownership, Vista Prado is in the heart of vibrant Vallejo, California and recently underwent a major multi-phase renovation to enhance and upgrade every aspect of community living including interior...
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Photo of Cornerstone Assisted Living
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It's great. We love it. My mom loves it. Everyone is friendly. Great food and tons of activities. Food was very good.. staff and residents were very friendly.. apartment is very clean and spacious and they...
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.
Cornerstone Assisted Living is a senior community located in a picturesque residential area of northern California. Located in a rich valley, Cornerstone enjoys a luxurious view of the soaring Napa Mountain Range. Convenient access to both a major highway and the nearby Sacramento International...
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Photo of Westmont of Pinole
55 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff are very helpful, we like the size of the apartment and the activities that are offered. Yes, we would recommend Westmont of Pinole to other...
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.
Pinole Senior Village is a 72-unit residential care community for seniors with two distinct assisted living communities. Both communities offer choice of accommodations, meals, and senior focused activity programs. The Terrace, with 41 spacious studios, offers a variety of personal care services,...
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Photo of Nazareth Rose Garden of Napa
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Most of the staff is friendly and cares about the resident's well being. I would recommend to others. I would suggest that you visit the facility at different times so you can get a chance to see different...
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.
Nazareth Rose Garden of Napa is a small, single-story, 'home-like' community in a quiet neighborhood just East of Downtown Napa. Each room has direct access to a cozy Rose Garden courtyard, one of which features a covered gazebo. Both offer residents the opportunity to beautiful open outdoor...
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Photo of The Village at Heritage Park
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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.
At The Village at Heritage Park residents enjoy an active and engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Natomas Area. Residents have many opportunities...
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Photo of The Watermark at San Ramon
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Our father moved in a few years ago, and we couldn’t be any happier with our decision. The facility is clean, the food is good and the management team has been consistent. We can call the executive director...
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.
The Best Value in San Ramon Senior LivingThe Watermark at San Ramon, located in San Ramon, California, is a retirement community offering exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care in an intimate and tranquil park-like wellness setting. Considered one of the East Bay’s premier boutique senior...
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Photo of Oakmont of Mariner Point
88 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.6
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Oakmont is very clean and friendly. Most of the caregivers are thorough and attentive. Each resident has the same team assigned to them, so the caregivers become familiar with the residents and their needs....
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.
Oakmont of Mariner Point assisted living community situated in Alameda, Alameda County, California provides seniors with a safe place to live. This community offers the memory care that seniors are looking for in a location that is peaceful and good. When a senior chooses this community they will...
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Photo of Valley Orchards Retirement Community
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The food appears to be good They are very punctual with weekly room cleaning The facility has a nice outdoor area - lawn and fountain with good seating
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.
Valley Orchards is active retirement living in beautiful Sonoma County. We are a family owned and operated community that specializes in people. We do not require long term lease commitment or 'buy-in'. We ask for a deposit equal to one month's rent and a 'calendar month notice' should you choose...
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Photo of Gramercy Court
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PROS: -dignity bibs (adult bibs are used during meals for protect clothing) -large resident rooms -high ceilings in dining areas and dining areas are large and open -diverse menu, delicious, healthy...
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.
Nestled in the quiet ambiance of a residential neighborhood, Gramercy Court imposes a sight of urban living in Cape Cod. For the visitor, the intimacy of a small community strikes the eye and mind.Gramercy Court is comprised of a Skilled Nursing Facility with 120 licensed beds and a separate...
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Photo of Prestige Assisted Living at Manteca
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[name removed] is so very special and makes everybody feel good. It's a blessing to me and my wife being here. All of the staff here at assisted living memory care so very excellent and we thank all for...
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.
Prestige Senior Living at Manteca is a brand new, Tuscan-themed community. Conveniently located across the street from Diamond Oaks Park, our residents enjoy picnic lunches and barbecues while watching the playground, baseball fields and basketball courts come alive with families. Our...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Union City
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I have found the care staff to be extremely caring and patient with my mother, who can be quite a handful, and the rest of the staff are always very helpful. The facility and rooms are perfectly pleasant 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.
Pacifica Senior Living Union City is an assisted living senior community that is located in Union City, California. What makes our community unique is its program that is designed to enrich the body, mind, and soul. For the mind, Pacifica Senior Living Union City offers services such as...
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Photo of MorningStar of Hayward
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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58 reviews
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I recently visited a dear friend who moved here last May. She invited me to a Hawaiian-themed party organized by the company. I was truly touched by the warm atmosphere they’ve created for assisted living...
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.
At Casa Sandoval, we promote independence through a vibrant, active and healthy senior living community.Our decisions and actions are rooted in an understanding of our residents’ needs, animated by the precepts within the MorningStar mission and core values (Casa Sandoval is managed by...
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Cost of independent living in Molena, CA

The average cost of senior living in Molena is $4,522 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Napa, CA with an average of $3,148 per month.

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

Molena, CA
$4,522/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Molena, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,748/mo
Independent Living
$4,522/mo

Independent living costs in Molena, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,262/mo
Studio
$4,113/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,967/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,156/mo

Senior living costs in Molena 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: Molena, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMolena, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,522/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,830/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,748/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Molena, CA:$4,522/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Molena, CA:$5,830/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Molena, CA:$6,748/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Molena, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Molena 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.

Molena, CACA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Molena, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Molena 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 average 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
Molena, CA$3,949/mo$3,858/mo+2.4%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Molena, CA
2024 average cost:$3,949/mo
2023 average cost:$3,858/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
California
2024 average cost:$3,916/mo
2023 average cost:$3,864/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Molena

Recent reviews for independent living in Molena

Chateau On Capitol Avenue in Sacramento, CA

5.0
My 91 year old mother has been at Chateau on Capitol Ave. for about six months and has adapted well. She has made many new friends and is enjoying life there. The staff are very attentive and I'm impressed that every staff member calls her by name. It is a personal touch that I find endearing. ...
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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.

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

Molena independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Molena independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Molena, 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 Molena 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 Molena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Molena, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.8%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
51%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.3%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40.6%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Molena 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 Molena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Molena, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.6%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.8%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
54.4%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.5%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Molena 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 Molena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Molena, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.3%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.3%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.3%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.4%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.6%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.2%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.1%
40.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cardinal Point, Cogir of Brentwood and Paramount House Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Molena, California. See full list of communities.
There are 495 independent living facilities near Molena, California. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 67% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 67% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 67% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 28% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 61% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 50% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 50% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, Russian, Vietnamese, Italian, American Sign Language, Chinese, Japanese, French, Mandarin, Farsi, German, Korean, Arabic, and Armenian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Cardinal Point, Cogir of Brentwood, and Paramount House Senior Living 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Cardinal Point, Cogir of Brentwood, and Paramount House Senior Living 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Cardinal Point, Cogir of Brentwood, and Paramount House Senior Living 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Cardinal Point, Cogir of Brentwood, and Paramount House Senior Living
The best independent living facilities near you in Molena, California are Cogir of Brentwood, The Heritage Downtown and Ivy Park at Sacramento. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 67% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 67% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 67% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 28% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 61% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 50% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 50% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, Russian, Vietnamese, Italian, American Sign Language, Chinese, Japanese, French, Mandarin, Farsi, German, Korean, Arabic, and Armenian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Cardinal Point, Cogir of Brentwood, and Paramount House Senior Living 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Cardinal Point, Cogir of Brentwood, and Paramount House Senior Living 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Cardinal Point, Cogir of Brentwood, and Paramount House Senior Living 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Cardinal Point, Cogir of Brentwood, and Paramount House Senior Living
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