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Photo of Westmont of Morgan Hill
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
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56 reviews
9.8
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56 reviews
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Westmont is an Excellent facility for anyone that is looking for a place for your loved one to reside either on a long term or a short term basis. Starting with [name removed] the Resident Services Director...
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.
Westmont of Morgan Hill is an assisted living community located in Morgan Hill, CA, in Santa Clara County and home to about 38,000 people. An area considered to be part of Silicon Valley, Morgan Hill has relaxing parklike settings, shops, stores, restaurants and new homes. Residents will be able...
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1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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54 reviews
9.8
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54 reviews
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They have provided excellent care ( at a fair price) for my sister during a period of challenging health issues. The staff is attentive and caring. Apartment size is nice and roomy and the room and facility...
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.
Sunrise Villa San Jose in beautiful San Jose, California is an independent and assisted living community which also specializes in the care of dementia.It would be difficult to imagine a more perfect setting for making the most of one's senior years than at Sunrise Villa San Jose in the upscale...
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Photo of Cogir of Fremont Senior Living
2626 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.7
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50 reviews
9.7
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50 reviews
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Apartment was clean and nice, pricing was clear, food was good, the residents were very nice and people seemed happy. The property was well maintained, lots of activities that were enjoyed by residents. My...
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.
Cogir of Fremont Senior Living Community is an independent and assisted living community in Fremont, California. Our luxurious and active community is ideally situated in a residential area of the city, giving residents all the comforts of a small town near the amenities of a large city....
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Photo of Belmont Village San Jose
1111 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.7
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73 reviews
9.7
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73 reviews
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I liked that it was a bit of a smaller environment. One of the most important services was their Circle of Friends program for those with dementia like my mother. It's made a world of difference in her...
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.
Belmont Village of San Jose, California is located in a city that is renowned for its quality of life, beautiful climate, and variety of exciting cultural, recreational, educational and entertainment opportunities. The facility is ideally situated directly across the street from the famed...
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99 Photos available
9.6
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40 reviews
9.6
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40 reviews
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Very friendly and caring staff, responsive when questions arose, studio apartment was kept clean (I think it was around 400 sqft), nice activities like bingo/movie nights/gym.
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.
It feels like home.By choosing Pacific Gardens a family is assured that their loved one is well taken care of in a clean, comfortable home-like community. Pacific Gardens provides residents with nutritious fresh food, features engaging activities, and takes pride in their caring and competent...
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1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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124 reviews
9.6
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124 reviews
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Staff is overall great but management is in turnover. There's been some miscommunication about agreements we made regarding pricing. They insisted on memory care after just one incident of mild exit seeking,...
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 Sunnyvale is a welcoming assisted living community in a lovely, quiet neighborhood situated close to downtown Sunnyvale, California. Residents and their families can enjoy a stroll along winding walkways or relax in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. Or they may prefer to entertain...
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99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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25 reviews
9.6
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25 reviews
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4 stars only because the communication seems to drop from the sales person once you move in?? We figured everything out by asking many people that worked with the Seniors. They were our best resource...
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 Oakmont of Redwood City, you will enjoy living in a quiet, residential community by the San Francisco Bay, about halfway between San Francisco and San Jose. Within easy reach of the shops, restaurants, and parks along El Camino Real, our community is just off the 101 and close to I-280,...
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1717 Photos available
2626 Floor plans available
9.5
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78 reviews
9.5
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78 reviews
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I love that foster square has Monday name that tune and Tuesday trivia. I feel like a I'd in classroom again, I look forward to them every week. All the staff are very helpful and bring a smile to my face...
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 at Foster Square residents enjoy contemporary, upscale surroundings in the heart of Foster Square, a new residential and retail neighborhood in Foster City just south of San Francisco. The community’s central location puts older people within easy walking distance of boutiques, cafés and...
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2626 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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90 reviews
9.4
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90 reviews
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The senior living residents appear very active in the "House" activities. The library and card rooms are active and the front desk readily responds to assist. In Memory Care the staff are ever watchful of...
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.
Experience the Good LifeWhile we are a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in San Jose, California, you might get the impression you stumbled upon a family reunion when you show up on our doorstep for the first time. Our team will greet you with warm smiles and you’ll hear the sound of...
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Photo of Atria Park of San MateoCommunity card badge
1111 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.4
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85 reviews
9.4
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85 reviews
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I recently moved my dad into the memory care unit at Harbor at Hillsdale Senior Living, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. From the moment he arrived, the staff attended to his every need...
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.
For more than 20 years, Atria has served the families of San Mateo. The community will seek LEED® certification for sustainable design, construction and operation.In addition to discreet assistance with daily tasks like bathing and getting dressed, Atria Park of San Mateo has a licensed nurse...
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Photo of Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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25 reviews
9.4
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25 reviews
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I and my family thinks that Madonna Gardens has been the best decision that we could have made for my mother and our families needs. I will give Madonna Gardens a five on all of the above questions! 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.
At Madonna Gardens, we give our residents the freedom to live the life they want with the peace of mind that comes with knowing helping hands are never far away. An inspired blend of modern convenience and care makes Madonna Gardens a place where the entire community can easily interact, enjoy...
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2020 Photos available
9.3
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16 reviews
9.3
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16 reviews
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The facility is kept very clean. The food is pretty good, and the desserts are delicious. There is a movie theater here, and the movies have been really great. The employees are very nice and extremely...
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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Photo of BridgePoint at Los Altos
1919 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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29 reviews
9.3
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29 reviews
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I think these are all 5's - except perhaps food. We are trying to get the food dialed in for vegetarian options (they're working with us and have a fair selection- but my in-laws are from India and it's a...
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.
BridgePoint at Los Altos is a full-service independent and assisted living community with a monthly rental in the residential neighborhood of Los Altos. Studio, alcove studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments feature a patio or balcony for relaxing and taking in the beautiful oak and fruit...
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Photo of Atria Willow Glen
1414 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.3
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128 reviews
9.3
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128 reviews
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The administrative staff is awesome as is the caregiving staff. Mom is comfortable there, that is of the upmost importance to me. They encourage family to visit and are welcoming to all visitors. The...
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 Willow Glen provides all the comforts of home in a resort-like community. Invite family and friends to enjoy a walk through courtyards with lush landscaping and koi ponds, or take an outing to nearby downtown San Jose. Atria Willow Glen offers easy access to shopping, banks, medical...
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Photo of Holiday Warburton Place
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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112 reviews
9.3
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112 reviews
5 star
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Although my Dad did not enjoy his stay there and is no longer a resident, I felt that they did a reasonably good job with the budget that they had. The facility is older and has some issues with a leaky...
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.
Warburton Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Built on beautiful grounds in a quiet corner of Santa Clara, you'll love the modern quality of our community. We are right in the heart of Santa Clara's shopping, healthcare, dining and wonderful local...
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99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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91 reviews
9.2
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91 reviews
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4 stars if you have the right fit. If Safety or Medical are your top priorities then a 2. They won't get either here. I was there almost every day to help my mom. I was exhausted. I really recommend ANX for...
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 Evergreen Valley provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. In choosing this community, our residents...
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9.2
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20 reviews
9.2
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20 reviews
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The staff are really nice and friendly. They do good activities, chair yoga, Tai Chi, arts and crafts activities. Also they have field trips. The apartment he has is pretty big.
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.
Villa Serena is an affordable all-inclusive retirement community, located near the heart of Silicon Valley, just minutes from shops, restaurants and hospitals. A Sunshine Retirement Living Community, we offer a variety of amenities to simplify your life, including three chef-prepared meals daily,...
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2121 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.2
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7 reviews
9.2
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I'm very happy with the quality of the memory care facility and my mother's room. That said, my mother is having a hard time adjusting and accepting help with bathing, dressing. So far the staff hasn't been...
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.
•Personalized assisted living and memory care services•Set in the heart of Silicon Valley, Within easy reach of downtown Sunnyvale, upscale boutiques, restaurants, and parks.•Elegant studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites•Included services: three meals per day, weekly housekeeping, weekly...
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1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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28 reviews
9.2
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28 reviews
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Overall the activities are good. The caregivers here are excellent. The food is absolutely terrible. I have a lovely room. I found this community because it was in my personal neighborhood, a few block away.
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.
About Sunrise of BelmontCommunity & Location Highlights:Convenient location in Belmont, CANear the San Mateo Medical CenterNext to Carlmont Village Shopping CenterFantastic views of the San Francisco peninsula coastal hillsNear a library, art center and parkSunrise of Belmont in Belmont,...
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1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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40 reviews
9.2
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40 reviews
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The Watermark at Almaden has been a great facility for my dad. He’s been there about a year and a half and really likes it. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. The food is consistently good, as I...
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.
THE WATERMARK AT ALMADENAn inviting community in the vibrant Bay Area.Known for its innovative and creative spirit, San Jose is the perfect place to call home. The Watermark at Almaden brings exceptional Senior Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care to the scenic South San Jose neighborhood....
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9.1
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44 reviews
9.1
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44 reviews
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The staff here at the Merrill Gardens retirement/residential community, in Santa Cruz, Ca., where I reside, can be described as tremendously essential, responsible and wonderfully attending supportive, not...
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.
Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is a beautiful community located in the center of all the action. We are within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf, beach and boardwalk. Our beautiful building has a charming personality—and a fascinating past—all its own. Sunshine Villa, A...
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1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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76 reviews
9.1
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76 reviews
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We have been looking for an assisted living facility with memory care for my mom and decided on Ivy Park Milpitas. Our experience there has been excellent overall. I started speaking with Miguel and he was...
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.
Westmont of Milpitas offers a wide spectrum of senior living and care on one campus. Moving into one of California's premier senior living communities means that you do not have to leave us as your personal support needs change. Whether you enjoy the carefree retirement setting of a 55+ Active...
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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51 reviews
9.1
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51 reviews
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Right now my views on Merrill are in flux. I sent a Valentines floral gift. My card was removed and placed in someone's office! I was told that flowers were no longer allowed. OK, only a bit of notice would...
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.
Merrill Gardens at Gilroy is a gated senior community set on a tranquil five-acre tract near downtown Gilroy. Enjoy a plethora of relaxing activities and attractions — art and food festivals, boating, hiking areas, golf and shopping. The team provides a high level of services, including diabetic...
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1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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36 reviews
9.0
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36 reviews
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Staff are very warm and welcoming Having issues with the billing part of things but working with them directly. We would recommend. It was smaller and a good fit for our mom
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.
About Sunrise of San MateoSunrise of San Mateo offers a homelike and nurturing setting with personal services and engaging activities for seniors of all life stages. Located just minutes away from downtown San Mateo, California, our residents may enjoy a variety of fine dining, shopping and...
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22 reviews
8.9
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22 reviews
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4 star
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Staff is very responsive but sometimes you have to request or suggest options. Overall, it is a very good place with very good care. Keep in mind, there is no such thing as a perfect place.
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.
If you or a loved one is looking for the perfect place to rest and relax, then The Cottages of Carmel will offer you the best experience possibly if you are seeking memory or living care. Here at The Cottages of Carmel, we pride ourselves on giving your choices that will allow you to live your...
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Cost of independent living in Rio Del Mar, CA

The average cost of senior living in Rio Del Mar is $3,820 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, CA with an average of $3,820 per month.

Independent living costs in Rio Del Mar, CA, vs. nearby cities

Rio Del Mar, CA
$3,820/mo
$4,880/mo
$5,071/mo

Independent living costs in Rio Del Mar, CA, vs. state and national averages

Rio Del Mar, CA
$3,820/mo
U.S. national average
$3,510/mo

Independent living costs in Rio Del Mar, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,939/mo
Independent Living
$3,820/mo

Independent living costs in Rio Del Mar, CA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,820/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,565/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,046/mo

Senior living costs in Rio Del Mar 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: Rio Del Mar, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRio Del Mar, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,820/mo$4,163/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living$6,141/mo$6,213/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$6,939/mo$7,279/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Rio Del Mar, CA:$3,820/mo
California:$4,163/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
Rio Del Mar, CA:$6,141/mo
California:$6,213/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
Rio Del Mar, CA:$6,939/mo
California:$7,279/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Rio Del Mar

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Rio Del Mar independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rio Del Mar independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rio Del Mar, 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 Rio Del Mar 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 Rio Del Mar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rio Del Mar, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.2%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
27%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.7%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.2%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Rio Del Mar 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 Rio Del Mar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rio Del Mar, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
24%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rio Del Mar 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 Rio Del Mar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rio Del Mar, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.8%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.6%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
16.8%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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