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Everybody is really friendly and the community is very beautiful. The cottages are small and the community is gated. I would definitely recommend this community to others
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Come home to Arbor Manor and enjoy the tranquility of this lovely community, our one bedroom one bath single story cottage style homes have plenty of closet space, washer and dryers, ceiling fans and private patios. Housekeeping is included twice per month at no extra charge! Our cottage style...
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The staff members have been super friendly and every time we visit the place is kept clean. We don't get to visit all that much but when we do get to speak with our loved one she says she is really happy...
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.
Autumn Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Clarkston, Michigan in a secluded, wooded area, just off Dixie Highway. We are known for developing a personal relationship with our residents and providing customized care and attention. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents....
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My mother was in Samaritan village assisted care unit, country manor, for about 19 months. The caregivers are excellent. They are all wonderful and compassionate people. The med check people are also...
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.
Samaritan Village is a planned community for a new generation of seniors. We offer peace of mind, a full spectrum of life-enriching activities and all the expected amenities without an entrance fee. Our broad range of lifestyle options offer a wide variety of choices to suit most any senior...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Since 1966, The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens has been Fresno's only continuing care retirement community (CCRC), offering a variety of residential options and a full continuum of on-site care, if ever needed. We're proud to be CARF-CCAC accredited for meeting strict national standards for...
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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 are great people. Our mama is in memory care so she is more care than assisted living..it is very costly but we are older now too. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families. They...
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.
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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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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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I have lived here at Castle Vista for one year. The duplexes are very spacious and it is a quiet community. I have met many nice people and really enjoy the activities. The maintenance is great. I don't have...
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.
Castle Vista is a retirement community located in beautiful Atwater, California. This residential area is pleased to offer a number of duplex accommodations for active seniors 55 years or older seeking to make the most of their retirement years. Situated in 77 acres of lush, landscaped...
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They are doing a great job! Stacey keeps a pretty good eye on things. She checks in on her fairly often. If they need anything they always have a call button. She likes the food, she says it's very good....
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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: 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.
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
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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.
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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I had spoken to [name removed], their manager several times over the summer regarding the options this facility offered for my mom. At that time there were 5 people on the waiting list. I thought for sure...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Paramount Parks at Turlock is the city’s newest assisted living facility. At Paramount Parks at Turlock we offer the independence you desire with the personal assistance you need in a warm and comfortable community, reminiscent of home.We have spacious rooms with private baths, studio, one...
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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.
Spacious 1 bedroom and 1 bath and 2 bedroom and 2 bath.Single Level Community Cable TV Ready Fully Equipped Kitchen Indoor Washer and Electric Dryer Hook Ups Ceiling Fans in Living Room and Bedrooms Emergency Call System Available Clubhouse with Library and Crafts Room Gated Community Limited...
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: 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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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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My mom used to live here. The apartments were nice for just a general senior apartment complex. They did have some community activities. They had bingo and crafts and other activities like that so for...
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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.
Welcome Home to the perfect residential community for active seniors!Harmony BayIndependent Livingfor Ages 55 & Better...Lease one of our apartment homes and you will experience the best of all possible worlds with the comfort and quality you want, plenty of the necessities that make living...
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Make sure to check out all the rooms available there are multiple options. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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.
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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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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.
Our mission is to provide culturally sensitive residential services of the highest quality to our Elderly population in the Fresno/Clovis area. We believe in the principles of prevention, continuity of care, and collaboration with the people most involved in the lives of our residents. We are...

Cost of independent living in Plainsburg, CA

The average cost of senior living in Plainsburg is $3,152 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Livingston, CA with an average of $2,862 per month.

Independent living costs in Plainsburg, CA, vs. nearby cities

Plainsburg, CA
$3,152/mo
$3,231/mo

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

Plainsburg, CA
$3,152/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,850/mo
Independent Living
$3,152/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,805/mo
Studio
$4,013/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,214/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,630/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,978/mo

Senior living costs in Plainsburg 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: Plainsburg, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typePlainsburg, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,152/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,385/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,850/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Plainsburg, CA:$3,152/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Plainsburg, CA:$3,385/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Plainsburg, CA:$3,850/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Plainsburg, CA, over time

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

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Independent living cost trends in Plainsburg, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Plainsburg 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 median 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
Plainsburg, CA$2,724/mo$2,942/mo-7.4%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Plainsburg, CA
2024 average cost:$2,724/mo
2023 average cost:$2,942/mo
Percent change:-7.4%
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2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Plainsburg

Recent reviews for independent living in Plainsburg

Stratford at Beyer Park in Modesto, CA

5.0
My loved one enjoyed being there and having the other residents around to interact with. That helped him improve a lot. It's a nice, bright, cheery place to live. It was the best place for him at the time that he needed it. And I liked all the staff I met. They were very friendly, helpful, ...
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Castle Vista in Atwater, CA

5.0
I have lived at Castle Vista since April 2014. It is a great place to retire. The residents are caring and friendly. I have made many friends here. The maintenance is excellent. One phone call is all you need if you have a problem. There are daily activities. Always something fun to do. I have a ...
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Pacifica Senior Living Fresno

3.3
My loved one is a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Fresno. The staff is AMAZING! However, it's the new owners that are failing. The carpets are nasty and should be replaced like we were told at the time of our sign up. Their staff is way over worked. The new owners don't treat them very well ...
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Plainsburg independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Plainsburg independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Plainsburg, 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 Plainsburg 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 Plainsburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Plainsburg, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Plainsburg 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 Plainsburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Plainsburg, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Plainsburg 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 Plainsburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
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54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
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47.3%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Cogir of Cedar Creek, Valley Spring Memory Care and Truewood by Merrill, Modesto are the top-rated independent living facilities near Plainsburg, California. See full list of communities.
There are 101 independent living facilities near Plainsburg, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Plainsburg, California are Cogir of Cedar Creek and Truewood by Merrill, Clovis. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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