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Photo of Elegance Berkeley
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I am incredibly impressed with the physical environment, the patience and caretaking abilities of the staff and the plethora of activities ( music, art, exercise etc) available. Also, there is in house...
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 in Poet’s Corner between the West Berkeley Design Loop and the International Marketplace District, Elegance Berkeley is designed to help the East Bay’s active elders continue to contribute, participate and inspire future generations.Offering a comfortable, supportive and accessible...
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11 Floor plan available
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5 star rating! Comfortable apartment. Good meals. Variety of activities. Great environment! I would recommend the community to others who are currently searching for one.
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.
Greenhaven Place is an independent living and assisted living community in Sacramento, California. Our community is tucked away in a quiet residential area near South Land and William Land Parks, convenient to shopping, dining, grocery stores and medical facilities. As the state's capital,...
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Photo of Cogir on Napa Road Assisted Living and Memory Care
2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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5 on all categories. The staff are very caring and professional. The food is excellent and you can have something to eat other than the scheduled meal hours. There is live music every week, usually twice,...
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.
Welcome to Cogir on Napa Road! Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living, Memory and Hospice Care in Sonoma, California.Make yourself at home at Cogir on Napa Road, located in Sonoma, California. It's a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul. We...
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2323 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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The food is very good, the staff is nice and friendly, they created good entertainment program (a lot of events, music, gatherings), they really care about the residents. I would recommend them to others who...
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.
Good Times, Good CompanyIf you have higher expectations of your golden years than a standard senior living community, look no further. Nestled among historic redwoods and stunning views of Sonoma County vineyards, your new community gives you the freedom to redefine what it means to be...
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The food is excellent, the grounds are well kept. There are many activities. The staff is friendly. But they are short staffed so the response is slow and there are gaps in the service.
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.
Make a lifelong commitment to living well with Clearwater at Sonoma Hills, an assisted living & memory care community in Rohnert Park offering 94 well-appointed apartment homes with both private and shared living options. Our community encourages residents to live a purposeful life by...
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Photo of Atria Covell Gardens
1212 Photos available
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9.2
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I have been here at atria since April of this year and really happy that I am in this senior community which is focused on social and not medical. I have a studio apartment which has turned out to be...
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.
Enjoy exceptional senior living at Atria Covell Gardens, a charming retirement living community with the luxuries of a vacation and the comforts of home. Relax by our serene fountains and beautiful courtyard, explore new interests and your favorite hobbies, and invite friends and family to join...
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The main lobby where they host most of the activities is very spacious and well lit with natural light! The daily activities. My mother isn't always happy with the food but she is picky
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.
When you make the decision to move to your new home with us at Entrust Senior Living of Concord, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community, you will find we are not just another senior living community.We measure our success not only by the Wellness factor, but also the Happiness factor!It has...
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1. My choice in joining the community is "limited care" so i don't take meals or have anyone clean my apartment. When there is a health event like too many people with the flu, they deliver meals to everyone...
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.
This is the kind of place people dream of living in. With views of both Lake Merritt and the East Bay Hills, Lake Park is a retirement community in Oakland, CA that's ?lled with natural light, greenery and fascinating people. Here, a diverse collection of extraordinary residents enjoys a...
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The staff were patient, understanding of our situation, clear about the services they proved. They provide a large variety of activities, including excursions to the local areas for shopping, movies, etc....
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Oakland Heights provides a wide range of services to meet the needs of seniors in all stages of life. They offer everything from independent living to dementia care. They even offer support services for family members, including support groups for those interested. Elderly...
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Photo of Atria Tamalpais Creek
1111 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
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I love the staff and their attentiveness and care for my mom. I also appreciate feeling like I'm part of the community when I come to visit. I also found that they were the most affordable of the handful 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.
Atria Tamalpais Creek is an enriching senior living community in Novato that promotes independence and active lifestyles. With an event-filled social calendar and amenities like a fitness center, outdoor garden and salon and spa, our residents enjoy an environment that encourages them to remain...
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Photo of The Farmstead at Dixon
2323 Photos available
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I would give them 5 stars. It has only been 3 months now and every time that I go in for a visit, the Farmstead has been so inviting. All of the staff say hello to my mom and myself. The staff seem to be...
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.
The Farmstead at Dixon is the newest senior community in Dixon, California, that caters exclusively to those with Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care needs, and we are excited to open to have just opened our doors for move ins. Our community is located near local restaurants,...
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Photo of The Commons at Dallas Ranch
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My parents started living there four years ago going on five We have lost my father three years ago at 102. And he enjoyed the place so much being able to talk to everybody. Now my mom is there byherself at...
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.
The Commons at Dallas Ranch, where elegance and excellence go hand in hand. The beautiful city of Antioch, California is located just east of the East Bay, within easy reach of the San Francisco Bay area and all its dining, cultural and, shopping attractions. Antioch is home to The Commons at...
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Photo of Spanish Vines
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They really try to get families involved at the holidays and other activities . They need to hire a new cook. The food is terrible and could be way better.
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.
Greenhaven Estates Assisted Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Sacramento, California. Sacramento is a historic city in northern California and the capital of state, boasting several state parks, fine shopping, dining and an abundance of high quality medical facilities....
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Photo of Brookdale Windsor
88 Photos available
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I would give them 5 stars because they have been great. - The staff is wonderful. - The facility and rooms are kept very clean. - My mom has a studio apartment and it is a very good size. - They do have...
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.
You've been reliable and responsible for your entire adult life, making a living, making a home, raising a family and ensuring everything, and everyone, was taken care of. Well, now, it's your time. Time to play. Time to re-ignite an old passion. Time to approach each new day as an adventure....
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Photo of Oakmont of Concord
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My mom was only at Oakmont for a couple of weeks while waiting for her permanent placement at [facility name removed]. At Oakmont, San (director) was a lifesaver in navigating the transition from the SNF....
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.
About Oakmont of ConcordOakmont of Concord is a luxury retirement community situated on a lush campus with scenic views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are also very close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment.If an active lifestyle is what...
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Photo of Mercy Retirement and Care Center
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We love Mercy! It's a great fit for [name removed]! The staff is loving and caring. There are multiple activities each day. The food is very good to excellent cleanliness is very good for our knees. The part...
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.
Mercy Retirement and Care Center is an assisted living community located in Oakland, California, in Alameda County and home to over 413,000 people. Oakland is a wonderful city with lots of businesses, shopping, sporting events, restaurants and stores. Residents will enjoy Bay area views, shopping...
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Photo of Solstice Senior Living at Santa Rosa
2020 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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The facility has good food, is kept clean, and has fun activities for residents. My mother enjoyed her short time there and was happy. My mother originally was in an appropriate state for independent living....
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Santa Rosa is a welcoming, vibrant and engaging independent senior living community in the heart of Santa Rosa. As we are located at the base of Cloverleaf Horse Ranch, you’ll enjoy gorgeous views of the adjacent vineyard from your window or take a stroll on our walking...
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Photo of Atria Valley View
1111 Photos available
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They were very welcoming and accommodating. The facility was clean and vibrant. The food was high quality. It's a wonderful place for seniors.
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.
With the classic California ambiance of a Mission-style lodge, Atria Valley View is a vibrant assisted living community nestled in the hills of Walnut Creek, conveniently located near downtown, shopping, banking and the John Muir Medical Center.Recently redeveloped to create strong indoor-outdoor...
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55 Floor plans available
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The staff is friendly. The food has been good. The maid service once a week helps with cleanliness. And the apartment size is one of the biggest we have seen. All apartments include a balcony or patio
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.
Vacaville Retirement Community is an independent and assisted living community in Vacaville, California. Our vibrant community is ideally located near San Francisco, Wine Country, Gold Country and Sacramento, offering residents an active and exciting lifestyle near some of California's best...
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There is a very friendly community. They have done a good job of inviting my mom to participate even though she's reluctant. When she does participate, she enjoys it. Floor staff seems to be always in a...
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.
Montecito is a premier retirement community situated on a lush five-acre campus with views of the rolling hills and direct access to Galindo Creek and Newhall Park. Montecito provides quality, comfort and a continuum of care with five-star services and amenities. Here, an active lifestyle...
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Photo of Oakmont of Novato
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8.8
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They will drive residents to stores in Novato, and to doctors as far as North San Rafael (Where Kaiser is). Very flexible and helpful. Staff is friendly. Place is very clean, and they keep each apartment...
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.
From the moment you arrive at Oakmont of Novato you step into luxury and elegance. You will realize that this way of life exceeds all your expectations. At Oakmont of Novato, you are living in a beautiful community, in an exquisite area blessed with beautiful blue skies and rolling hills with...
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8.8
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Everyone at Brookdale Chanate was extremely helpful, kind, and competent. The facility was clean, quiet, tidy and met all expectations. A special shout out to [name removed] and her staff in the dementia...
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.
Imagine waking up in your own peaceful and private residence with soft sunlight streaming through your window. After pouring a warm cup of coffee, you can walk outside and admire some of the most breathtaking scenery known to man. In the heart of majestic redwood trees that surround the daily...
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57 reviews
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The move in was rushed on our part, as my mom had just passed and we needed to move my brother quickly. Cogir was very accommodating and helped with all the move in paperwork. The apartment is perfect for 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 North Bay Senior Living is an independent living and assisted living community in Vallejo, California. Our community boasts stunning views that overlook the Mare Island Straits and the Napa River. Located near Richardson Park and Dan Foley Park, Cogir of North Bay has a prime location...
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28 reviews
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1) a solid 4. I don't know what a perfect 5 would look like, but, they have helped me as much as my mother to navigate the difficult transition to assisted living. The entire staff has been open 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.
Vista Prado is a secured community specializing in Memory Care assisted living services. Under new ownership, Vista Prado is in the heart of vibrant Vallejo, California and recently underwent a major multi-phase renovation to enhance and upgrade every aspect of community living including interior...
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8.6
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Most of the staff is friendly and cares about the resident's well being. I would recommend to others. I would suggest that you visit the facility at different times so you can get a chance to see different...
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.
Nazareth Rose Garden of Napa is a small, single-story, 'home-like' community in a quiet neighborhood just East of Downtown Napa. Each room has direct access to a cozy Rose Garden courtyard, one of which features a covered gazebo. Both offer residents the opportunity to beautiful open outdoor...
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Cost of independent living in Rutherford, CA

The average cost of senior living in Rutherford is $3,148 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Helena, CA with an average of $3,148 per month.

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

Rutherford, CA
$3,148/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$6,836/mo
Independent Living
$3,148/mo

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

Studio
$3,202/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,391/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,555/mo

Senior living costs in Rutherford 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: Rutherford, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRutherford, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,148/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$6,536/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,836/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Rutherford, CA:$3,148/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Rutherford, CA:$6,536/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Rutherford, CA:$6,836/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Rutherford, CA, over time

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

Rutherford, CACA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Rutherford, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rutherford 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 average 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
Rutherford, CA$3,518/mo$3,792/mo-7.2%
California$3,889/mo$3,874/mo+0.4%
National$3,400/mo$3,307/mo+2.8%
Rutherford, CA
2024 average cost:$3,518/mo
2023 average cost:$3,792/mo
Percent change:-7.2%
California
2024 average cost:$3,889/mo
2023 average cost:$3,874/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,400/mo
2023 average cost:$3,307/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Rutherford

Recent reviews for independent living in Rutherford

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.

AlmaVia of San Rafael

5.0
Great facility that is meeting all my parents needs! Great for memory care. The staff is very friendly and helpful to get them adjusted

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill

5.0
I think they do a fantastic job at Carlton Senior Living! I helped find this place for a friend, and our experience has been a very good one. It's a beautiful facility, and the staff are all very kind, caring, and professional. They've got all sorts of activities, good food, and a great social ...
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Rutherford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rutherford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rutherford, 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 Rutherford 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 Rutherford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rutherford, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.2%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
22%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.8%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Rutherford 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 Rutherford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rutherford, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.2%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.3%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rutherford 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 Rutherford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rutherford, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
37%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.5%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.9%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.1%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.3%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.1%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
43.4%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.4%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43%
40.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Inn on Villa Lane, Holiday Springs of Napa and Holiday Redwood Retirement Residence are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rutherford, California. See full list of communities.
There are 278 independent living facilities near Rutherford, California. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 53% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 53% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 53% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 16% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 53% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 26% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 43% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, American Sign Language, Vietnamese, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, French, Mandarin, Farsi, German, Russian, Korean, Italian, Arabic, and Armenian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: The Inn on Villa Lane, Holiday Springs of Napa, and Holiday Redwood Retirement Residence 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: The Inn on Villa Lane, Holiday Springs of Napa, and Holiday Redwood Retirement Residence 11. top3TransportWithLinks: The Inn on Villa Lane, Holiday Springs of Napa, and Holiday Redwood Retirement Residence 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: The Inn on Villa Lane, Holiday Springs of Napa, and Holiday Redwood Retirement Residence
The best independent living facilities near you in Rutherford, California are The Heritage Downtown and Cogir of Rohnert Park Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 53% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 53% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 53% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 16% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 53% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 26% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 43% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, American Sign Language, Vietnamese, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, French, Mandarin, Farsi, German, Russian, Korean, Italian, Arabic, and Armenian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: The Inn on Villa Lane, Holiday Springs of Napa, and Holiday Redwood Retirement Residence 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: The Inn on Villa Lane, Holiday Springs of Napa, and Holiday Redwood Retirement Residence 11. top3TransportWithLinks: The Inn on Villa Lane, Holiday Springs of Napa, and Holiday Redwood Retirement Residence 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: The Inn on Villa Lane, Holiday Springs of Napa, and Holiday Redwood Retirement Residence
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