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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Nevada County, CA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Nevada County 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 Nevada County. 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 9 independent living facilities in Nevada County, 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 Grass Valley, Nevada City and Colfax.
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9.5
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18 reviews
They were wonderful help with Mom's passing. Very caring. Mom didn't want to go but fell in love with Brunswick village within a couple weeks. Loved that even needing memory care she was able to have her own...
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.
A Unique Community & Setting... Brunswick Village is a senior living community in Grass Valley offering Independent and Assisted Living options-as well as a dedicated 'neighborhood' for persons with Alzheimer's. Our community is nestled in the foothills of the Sierras where beautiful...
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9.5
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18 reviews
They're always smiling, and very helpful. As far as the food goes, they could improve by maybe adding more sugar-free options for the food and the beverages.
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.
Atria Grass Valley offers older adults a beautiful setting for maintenance-free living in historic Nevada County. Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, northeast of Sacramento, our community offers a lifestyle of choice with just the right amount of support, so residents can be...
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We picked Cascades because of price and we really liked Haley, she and the staff understand the difficulties of caring for the elderly with dementia . My Dad really likes it there, it's clean and food is...
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.
Cascades of Grass ValleyCascades of Grass Valley is an assisted living community located in Grass Valley, Nevada County, California that provides seniors with a safe and comfortable place to call home. This community offers a caring home for those who are in need of memory care services. Grass...
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I feel my loved one is in a safe environment. The community offers a home like feeling to the residents. I would like for the staff to knock on the door before entering the resident's rooms.
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.
Eskaton Village Grass Valley sits among the striking beauty of the Sierra Nevada foothills on an attractive 42-acre campus, complete with independent living with services, assisted living, memory care and short-term stays. Near the Sierra College campus and Litton Trail, and close to a golf...
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
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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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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...
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.
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...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Nevada County, CA
The average cost of senior living in Nevada County is $4,416 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Loyalton, CA with an average of $3,079 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Nevada County, CA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Nevada County, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Nevada County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Nevada County, CA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Nevada County
Recent reviews for independent living in Nevada County
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.
Brunswick Village Assisted Living in Grass Valley, CA
5.0
My loved one passed away.
I loved Brunswick Village. All the staff is awesome. I'd highly recommend them. That's where I would want to go too.
Hilltop Commons in Grass Valley, CA
4.0
I am happy so far with how well my mother has been doing since she moved into this community. The apartment is a little small for all of her staff but we are making accommodations as best as possible right now. They have an activity center there that I thought was a cool amenity to get all of ...
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Nevada County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nevada County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nevada 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 Nevada 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 Nevada County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Nevada 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 Nevada County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nevada 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 Nevada County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brunswick Village Assisted Living, Atria Grass Valley and Cascades of Grass Valley are the top-rated independent living facilities near Nevada County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Nevada County, California. See the full list.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Nevada County
- Grass Valley, California
- Nevada City, California
- Colfax, California
- Penn Valley, California
- Meadow Vista, California
- Shady Glen, California
- Zuver, California
- Kingvale, California
- Foresthill, California
- Blue Canyon, California
- Woolsey Flat, California
- Willow Valley, California
- Spring Hill, California
- The Oaks, California
- Lake of the Pines, California
- Heather Glen, California
- Twin Pines, California
- Weimar, California
- Dew Drop, California
- Todd Valley, California
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