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Photo of Marymount Villa
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40%
3 star
9%
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0%
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For us personally Marymount Villa worked out best because they had Filipino staff and my mom is Filipino. The second reason we chose them was the value of care with the cost associated was great. The last...
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.
At Marymount Villa we believe everyone can find meaning and joy in life, even when they need a little help with daily living. We offer independent, assisted living, respite, hospice care, and now our newly renovated memory care unit. Marymount Villa offers a gracious setting and well-appointed...
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77 Floor plans available
5 star
60%
4 star
40%
3 star
0%
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0%
1 star
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My wife and I are staying here and the location is great it's right downtown. We are in the independent living and they come clean our room once a week and do the linens. They have lots of daily activities...
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.
Situated between Berkeley and Walnut Creek in Contra Costa county, Merrill Gardens proudly offers senior living for the Lamorinda area in the heart of downtown Lafayette. Enjoy being centrally located within walking distance to local shops, restaurants and art galleries. The Lafayette Library and...
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1414 Floor plans available
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24 reviews
1.0
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5 star
59%
4 star
21%
3 star
8%
2 star
4%
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8%
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I'm glad that my loved ones moved in here. My loved ones really like the community. There is a health provider that comes on site and this is a big plus that the doctor can see my loved ones on site in...
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.
Nestled in the foothills of Walnut Creek, Byron Park is the premier choice for senior living in the East Bay. Since 1991, our dedicated staff has been serving the community with both independent and assisted living, creating a vibrant and safe atmosphere for residents to thrive. Invigorating...
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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.
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.
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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: 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.
With an ideal location right near vibrant Piedmont Avenue, Piedmont Gardens is giving seniors in the Bay Area everything they need to enjoy a rewarding retirement lifestyle.At Piedmont Gardens, you’ll find a senior living community that’s as active and unique inside as it is outside. As the only...
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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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5 star
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My mother and I were looking at several places and this facility has numerous key factors. The leader of the place is very organized, very professional, and she was leading a great staff. All the nurses 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
Rose of Sharon Apartments is located in Oakland, California. It offers studio and 1 bedroom, section 8, tax credit, and market rate units. Rent can be based on 30% of income and income limits can apply.Floor PlanStudio, 1 Bath | 450 Sq. Ft.1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 640 Sq. Ft.Amenities and...
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Photo of House of Psalms Assisted Living for Seniors
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.
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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.
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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.
Photo of J L Richard Terrace
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: Independent Living, Home Care
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
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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 Longevity Assisted Living
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 East Bay Longevity Assisted Living
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 St Mark's Apartments
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.
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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 Beth Eden Apartments
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.

Cost of independent living in Piedmont, CA

The average cost of senior living in Piedmont is $5,282 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Pablo, CA with an average of $5,116 per month.

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

Piedmont, CA
$5,282/mo
$5,319/mo

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

Piedmont, CA
$5,282/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$5,877/mo
Independent Living
$5,282/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,540/mo
Studio
$5,810/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,838/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,489/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Piedmont over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Piedmont

Recent reviews for independent living in Piedmont

Sycamore Hills By the Bay in Hercules, CA

5.0
The only improvement that I can think of that needs to be made at Sycamore Hills By the Bay is there is not enough parking. That is my only complaint about this facility. Everyone is very nice, the facility is really clean. I am really happy with my experience here so far.

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Competent, caring, and friendly staff. Reviews consistently mention the exceptional staff at various communities, with residents and families expressing appreciation for the thoughtful and attentive care they receive. At Cardinal Point, one resident shares their experience of the helpful and fun staff, while at The Heritage Downto ...
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Delicious food and excellent dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of food stands out as a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their community. At Cardinal Point, the food is described as delicious, and residents at The Heritage Downtown enjoy the restaurant's top-notch offerings.
Varied and engaging activities. Activities cater to different interests and abilities, making them a popular feature mentioned in the reviews. Residents at Cardinal Point participate in a range of classes, and at The Heritage Downtown, fun events and social opportunities are frequently highlighted.
Well-maintained living spaces and facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of communities are often praised in the reviews, with residents noting the attention to detail in the maintenance of both private rooms and common areas. At Cardinal Point, the architecture and decor are admired, while at The Heritage Downtown, the renovated facili ...
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Supportive and welcoming community atmosphere. Residents express feelings of happiness, comfort, and a sense of belonging in their communities. At Cardinal Point, the strong sense of care and well-being is noted, while at The Heritage Downtown, the friendly and cozy atmosphere is a favorite among residents.
Accommodating and responsive staff. Reviews highlight the helpfulness and flexibility of staff in addressing the unique needs and requests of residents. At The Heritage Downtown, maintenance issues are addressed promptly, while at Coterie Cathedral Hill, the staff go above and beyond to learn and adapt to the community's evolv ...
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Piedmont independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Piedmont independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Piedmont, 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 Piedmont 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 Piedmont partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Piedmont, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Piedmont 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 Piedmont communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Piedmont, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Piedmont 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 Piedmont offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Piedmont, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
17.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.4%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Greenhills Care Home, The Heritage Downtown and Coterie Cathedral Hill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Piedmont, California. See full list of communities.

There are 87 independent living facilities near Piedmont, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Piedmont, California are Greenhills Care Home, The Heritage Downtown and Coterie Cathedral Hill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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