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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oceano, CA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 19 independent living facilities in Oceano, 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 North Santa Maria.
You may also consider nearby communities such as San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay and Arroyo Grande.

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Photo of Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO
1919 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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29 reviews
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29 reviews
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The med-techs and caregivers are amazing. The staff are very kind and capable. Residents seem quite friendly and happy and make friends easily. Its all very clean and lovely and homey. Nightly movies in 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.
Welcome to Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLOWe describe our independent and assisted living lifestyles as “simply abundant living” because with us, each day holds endless opportunities to discover your talents and purpose through hobbies and cultural pursuits, serving neighbors, outdoor...
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Photo of The Oaks at Nipomo
2222 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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15 reviews
8.9
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15 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
20%
3 star
7%
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7%
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I recommend The Oaks at Nipomo Assisted Living to anyone looking for an assisted living facility in Nipomo, California, for their loved one. The staff and residents are very friendly, at The Oaks, and...
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.
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Photo of Holiday Las Brisas
1818 Photos available
1919 Floor plans available
8.3
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44 reviews
8.3
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44 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
16%
3 star
11%
2 star
7%
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Would recommend whole heartedly. Worried that low occupancy is causing staffing shortage.We picked because of the good reviews and immediate availability.
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.
Las Brisas provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Perched on a hilltop overlooking the lights of San Luis Obispo, from our dining room you'll enjoy stunning views of the Irish Hills and Madonna Mountain.Las Brisas is getting some exciting upgrades where new...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria
1616 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
7.9
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40 reviews
7.9
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40 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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What we like about Merrill Gardens is the overall cleanliness and staff and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had.
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.
Conveniently located between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is a campus-style retirement community that provides a wide spectrum of care. Enjoy being near golf courses, wineries, the Veteran's Administration Building and Marian Regional Medical Center. Take...
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Photo of The Villages of San Luis Obispo
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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.
Lush surroundings … Gourmet dining … Exciting adventures … Lasting friendships … This is life at The Villages.The Villages of San Luis Obispo unite compassionate staff, caring communities, and a comprehensive continuum of care for residents and their families. Our advanced, holistic approach to...
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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.
Wyndham Residence is located in the quaint town of Arroyo Grande, close to shops, banks and other amenities. Its beautiful country manor architecture features a spacious courtyard and meandering pathways that guide you through colorful gardens, a fruit orchard, and the largest bird aviary on the...
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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.
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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.
Photo of Villagio San Luis Obispo, a CCRC ( Fall '21)
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.
Photo of Il Villaggio At San Luis Obispo
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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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.
Photo of Vista Rosa Elder Care
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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.
Photo of Consolidated-Garden Creek At the Village
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.
Photo of Village At the Oaks-see "The Villages of SLO"
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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Oceano, CA

The average cost of senior living in Oceano is $3,724 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $3,481 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oceano, CA vs. nearby cities

Oceano, CA
$3,724/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oceano, CA vs. the state and national average

Oceano, CA
$3,724/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oceano vs. other types of senior living

$4,873/mo
Independent Living
$3,724/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Oceano, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,920/mo
Studio
$4,317/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,266/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,777/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,200/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Oceano over time

Oceano, CACA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Oceano

Recent reviews for independent living in Oceano

Santa Maria Terrace

4.6
They have met and exceeded, our expectations for my loved one. It's very clean, and they are friendly. We are pretty pleased. We picked this community because it was clean, and the closet to our budget. It's been a very good experience. In addition, the rooms are larger than most.

The Oaks at Nipomo

4.9
I was looking for a place for Dad when he started to need more care with ADLs and becoming more confused. And also looking for a higher standard of professionalism. Dad feels cared for and loved at the memory care unit at the Oaks. In his last residence Dad did not participate in the ...
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Holiday Las Brisas in San Luis Obispo, CA

5.0
We are not able to rate the activities, the meals and dining service as well as the overall value for cost because we are not the residents living there. However, we found the place bright cheerful and well organized. Everyone was friendly.

Oceano independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oceano independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oceano, 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 Oceano 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 Oceano partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oceano, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Oceano 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 Oceano communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oceano, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oceano 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 Oceano offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oceano, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO, The Oaks at Nipomo and Holiday Las Brisas are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oceano, California. See full list of communities.

There are 19 independent living facilities near Oceano, California. See the full list.

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