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Provides: Assisted Living
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Vintage Court Senior Apartments more than deserves this five star review. At the forefront of this stellar community is manager [name removed], leasing manager [name removed], and maintenance lead [name...
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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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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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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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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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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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.
Nestled in the hills of Union City overlooking the San Francisco Bay, the Pavilion at the Masonic Homes is a brand-new residence for seniors dealing with memory loss or requiring assistance with day-to-day activities. Surrounded by lush greenery and bay views, and with expert caregivers available...
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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.
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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.
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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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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: 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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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
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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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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
San Mateo Convalescent is a small family owned and operated skilled nursing facility that has provided the community with excellent care for over four decades. We have long or short-term care available, as well as Respite Retreats and Rehabilitation stays. We also offer Assisted Care Rates for a...
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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.
Diana's Care Home is an assisted living community in Hayward, an east bay suburban region of the San Francisco Bay area. With just over 150,000 people, Hayward is the sixth largest city in the bay area. Hayward has its own executive airport and knows how to entertain its visitors with broad...
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There has been quite a turnover recently. They are now back to staff level at The Parkview. I think The Parkview is doing a great job with the recommendations from the Governor. I believe memory care...
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 Parkview brings a fresh approach to assisted living and memory care in the Pleasanton area.  Discover the perfect blend...the independence you want with the assistance you need.Enjoy private apartment living, including stunning views of the surrounding hills and the convenience of the...
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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.
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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.
Burlingame Hacienda The Burlingame Hacienda Retirement Community is an assisted living that can be found in the Burlingame, California, where they will be surrounded by a tranquil, serene environment. It is located near San Francisco and will be within walking distance to the beach. Your loved...
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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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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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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
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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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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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They loved it there. It is independent living. Each room had it's own little kitchen and a microwave but they ate meals in the dining room. the service was nice and they had a lot of activities going on. It...
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.

Cost of independent living in Opal Cliffs, CA

The average cost of senior living in Opal Cliffs is $3,777 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasure Point, CA with an average of $3,777 per month.

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

Opal Cliffs, CA
$3,777/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Opal Cliffs, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,964/mo
Independent Living
$3,777/mo

Independent living costs in Opal Cliffs, CA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,812/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,547/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,966/mo

Senior living costs in Opal Cliffs 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: Opal Cliffs, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOpal Cliffs, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,777/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,221/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,964/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Opal Cliffs, CA:$3,777/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Opal Cliffs, CA:$6,221/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Opal Cliffs, CA:$6,964/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Opal Cliffs

Recent reviews for independent living in Opal Cliffs

Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA

5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .

The Parkview in Pleasanton, CA

5.0
The food the staff and the activities are all great my mom is very happy here. I would recommend this community to others.

Merrill Gardens at Campbell

4.6
When it comes to the activities - my understanding is that they do not have an activities director, and it shows. For over two months now. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families and we actual have a friend moving their loved one into ...
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Opal Cliffs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Opal Cliffs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Opal Cliffs, 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 Opal Cliffs 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 Opal Cliffs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Opal Cliffs, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.7%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.9%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.9%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Opal Cliffs 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 Opal Cliffs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Opal Cliffs, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.6%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
20.9%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Opal Cliffs 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 Opal Cliffs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
21.9%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.9%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.3%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.6%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.2%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.1%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.2%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.6%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.1%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.6%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
22.8%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
13.1%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.5%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Pacific Gardens and Ivy Park at San Jose are the top-rated independent living facilities near Opal Cliffs, California. See full list of communities.
There are 200 independent living facilities near Opal Cliffs, California. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Opal Cliffs, California are Atria Park of San Mateo and Atria Sunnyvale. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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