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Photo of Ivy Park at SacramentoCommunity card badge
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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48 reviews
9.8
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48 reviews
5 star
66%
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The staff there were lovely and took great care of him. The food was good. I ate several meals there myself. It was clean and home-like. And the staff were very caring and tried to engage him in activities....
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.
Located just minutes from Loehmann's Plaza, Lyon Village and Pavilions, Sunrise of Sacramento sits in one of Sacramento's prestigious and desirable neighborhoods. Just blocks away from the local parks, fine dining, and shopping. Our community is just moments away from the 'Fabulous 40's',...
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1818 Photos available
9.6
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21 reviews
9.6
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21 reviews
5 star
43%
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There are lots of activities available, and the three-year freeze with two months of free rent is a great benefit. I appreciate the rides provided to various stores, as well as the free breakfast, gym, and...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The BEST in SENIOR Apartments! Carefree Senior Living apartment communities are the ideal destination for adults looking to have FUN, enjoy life, and have new adventures. Whatever your definition of fun is, you will live the life you've always dreamed of and deserve at Carefree Senior Living...
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9.6
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37 reviews
9.6
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37 reviews
5 star
54%
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11%
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It is a small facility and that is a positive. We were pleasantly surprised with the tour and the staff. We are interested but this is quite a distance for us to be able to visit our family member. We are...
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 Apple Ridge Assisted Living, we take pride in being an approved provider of Medi-Cal and the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program, ensuring everyone has access to our outstanding senior care and services. Located in the heart of Sacramento, our Assisted Living community offers a wealth of...
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1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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47 reviews
9.5
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47 reviews
5 star
75%
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My personal room, dining room, lobby, multi purpose rooms and hallways were always exceptionally clean. Staff were friendly, helpful and efficient. I would definitely recommend Regency Place and I 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.
Regency Place Senior Living offers Memory Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living options. This allows our residents to age in place for as long as they choose. Our staff is committed to providing our residents with the best quality of independent, assisted, and memory care personal care...
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2323 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.4
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32 reviews
9.4
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32 reviews
5 star
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I like knowing my dad is safe. Staff is very friendly. What I think they could improve on his administrative. They say they'll give you a review and never do it. Emails go unresponded to etc.
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.
Oakmont of East Sacramento is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Developed by Oakmont Senior Living, Oakmont of East Sacramento provides exceptional quality, comfort and care with five-star services and amenities. Residents enjoy a rewarding lifestyle...
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1717 Photos available
9.3
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48 reviews
9.3
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48 reviews
5 star
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Woodlake has an amazing chef that likes to cook good food (not heavily processed foods), staff is always friendly and helpful, and there's lots of activities including outings to choose from. One of 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.
NOW OPEN!!!The Woodlake is a premier assisted living and memory care community in Sacramento, California. Our senior living community offers a different kind of retirement experience where residents receive holistic, person-centered care services. It’s a whole different experience with a whole...
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2323 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.3
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87 reviews
9.3
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87 reviews
5 star
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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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99 Photos available
9.2
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26 reviews
9.2
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26 reviews
5 star
73%
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The staff was wonderful! The place was clean and inviting. The apt we toured was great! They were very accommodating when I explained my financial constraints. However, in the end, I opted to find a cheaper...
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.
We believe that Camden Springs is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Camden Springs, our management teams live on-site, and are available...
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2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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85 reviews
9.1
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85 reviews
5 star
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I would give all the categories a 5. What we like the most about the community is knowing that my dad is being well taken care of. The wonderful caregivers, nice getting to know them. The property is very...
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.
You deserve to do more of what you love.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community could be right for you. With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need when you need it all on...
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22 Photos available
9.0
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81 reviews
9.0
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81 reviews
5 star
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The atmosphere is very relaxed and almost all of the residents are friendly and amiable. The backyard area is very nice and the food and the dining experience are very good. A notable exception is that they...
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.
Campus Commons Seniors’ Community was designed for busy seniors just like you. In addition to beautifully manicured gardens, there are miles of groomed walking trails along the American River Parkway and a public golf course right next door. Shopping centers, medical offices, banks and churches...
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Photo of Spanish Vines
1717 Photos available
9.0
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42 reviews
9.0
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42 reviews
5 star
58%
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3 star
7%
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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 Carlton Plaza of Sacramento
66 Photos available
8.9
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29 reviews
8.9
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29 reviews
5 star
73%
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My wife has been living at Carlton Plazas memory care for three years and I have no doubt in my mind it has added quality and meaning to her life. I toured 6 different communities before choosing Carlton. I...
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.
Come enjoy the family atmosphere that awaits you at Carlton Plaza of Sacramento. From the moment you enter the community you are transported to a place of warmth, safety and values that go beyond words. We take great pride in setting the standards of excellence and value in the Sacramento...
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66 Photos available
8.6
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19 reviews
8.6
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19 reviews
5 star
26%
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PROS: -dignity bibs (adult bibs are used during meals for protect clothing) -large resident rooms -high ceilings in dining areas and dining areas are large and open -diverse menu, delicious, healthy...
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.
Nestled in the quiet ambiance of a residential neighborhood, Gramercy Court imposes a sight of urban living in Cape Cod. For the visitor, the intimacy of a small community strikes the eye and mind.Gramercy Court is comprised of a Skilled Nursing Facility with 120 licensed beds and a separate...
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Photo of The Village at Heritage Park
1919 Photos available
8.6
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36 reviews
8.6
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36 reviews
5 star
57%
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3 star
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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.
At The Village at Heritage Park residents enjoy an active and engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Natomas Area. Residents have many opportunities...
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2525 Photos available
2121 Floor plans available
8.3
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17 reviews
8.3
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17 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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We love WellQuest of Elk Grove. My father-in-law was very hesitant to move in, but now he tells us every day how happy he is there. The food is very good, and the facility is clean and lovely. He is in a one...
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.
While aging is a reality, WellQuest believes in cultivating an ageless mindset. We are passionate about our mission to help our residents continue to live life to the fullest. WellQuest offers vibrant communities where we create meaningful and memorable experiences. We offer unparalleled care by...
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Photo of The Park at Laguna Springs
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
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10 reviews
8.2
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10 reviews
5 star
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The Park is a lovely, clean place. Their food is mostly good. It's not as good as they make it out to be, with their "chef connection," but it's decent. My dad was only there a short time- just a few months,...
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.
Koelsch is a family owned and operated business since 1958, over 60 years in business! The Koelsch story is truly remarkable, and started with Emmett and Alice Koelsch who began working in senior living in a basement with their family in Kelso, Washington.From the moment you walk through our...
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77 Photos available
8.2
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53 reviews
8.2
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53 reviews
5 star
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Care services and staff are variable depending on certain people. Some were excellent, and some were not. Food was delicious and kitchen staff was more than willing to accommodate nearly any request. My mom...
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.
At the Meadows you'll find good friends, pleasant surroundings and people who care about you! Our philosophy of service excellence includes programs that encourage residents to stay as active and independent as possible, while providing an array of personal support services, as needed. Residents...
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1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.1
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30 reviews
7.1
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30 reviews
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The room size is great, all staff are friendly and make you feel they really care for you. The care givers are very attentive abs go beyond their job to help you. The activities are wonderful with bingo 4...
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.
At The Commons at Elk Grove residents enjoy private, spacious studio, one and two- bedroom suites surrounded by their own furniture and personal treasures. A place to call their own. Our residents also find an array of choices the stay physically and mentally challenged. Enriching social programs...
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2020 Photos available
5 star
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My father is currently a resident at Bruceville Point Senior Living and the experience has been great. The Memory Care wing is very well managed, with very little staff turnover. The cleanliness and...
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.
Bruceville Point, a Tenfold Senior Living community in Elk Grove, CA is now licensed and open as of June 6, 2021.This is the second community for Tenfold Senior Living. We first began operation in February, 2017 with the opening of our Folsom, CA community, Prairie City Landing. We are very...
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This is a very friendly, nicely laid out community. Beautiful dinning and living room area. Big plus for us was the availability of the dinning area. 2 hours for each meal, breakfast, lunch and dinner plus a...
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.
Family-owned and involved for more than 25 years, Carlton Senior Living (CSL) is committed to residents’ well-being. Our communities are the foundation for seniors and their families, and our services are the tools they use to live well each day. We offer an array of services to support...
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1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
5 star
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My mother just moved into Golden Pond 2.5 months ago and has described living there as “lovely”. It’s a very friendly place to live. The staff are very attentive and the services are good. My mother rarely...
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.
Golden Pond was created to offer a very simple philosophy of service, to make life a little easier for seniors. We are known for our friendly, casual and home-like environment. Our Independent Living is often the perfect alternative for seniors who wish to enjoy an active, fulfilling life without...
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7.0
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21 reviews
7.0
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21 reviews
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I like the friendliness of staff and residents. As for improvements, the only things I see are pricier repairs, which are put off. We would recommend River's Edge to other families who may need a place...
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 the facilityRiver's EdgeNestled on seven acres along the American River in Sacramento, River's Edge is an expansive senior living campus that offers residents a blend of comfort and style with an elevated dining experience, countless social, cultural, recreational, and wellness...
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So far it's going pretty good. It appears to be very clean to me but, I hear complaints they don't do as well in the personal spaces. The staff is very friendly, but there was one interaction one time with...
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.
Carlton Crown Plaza is Sacramento’s premier enhanced Assisted living community taking traditional assisted living to the next level. Crown Plaza’s smaller boutique-like setting offers our residents the comforts of home, with specialized care in an intimate and personal setting. Our team of...
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This community is really living up to the expectations we had for them. What they told us they offered is exactly that no more and no less. This community was integrity and is truthful. My friend is doing...
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.
Eskaton Monroe Lodge offers independent living amidst a balance of calming greenery surrounded by culture, conveniences, public transit, shopping and medical services. And right down the street are two Sacramento landmarks — Sacramento City College and William Land Park. Activities, amenities...
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5 star
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I try to keep on top of things but its but hard since COVID. The communication is good and they send emails with updates but there has been some miscommunication in the front office. The caregivers are...
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.
Voralto Living at Sacramento is a single-story community offering shared studios, large studios, and one-bedroom apartments. This quaint property boasts two interior courtyards for residents to get fresh air, relax, or read a book. Some of the units have direct access to the courtyards making the...
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Cost of independent living in Sacramento County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Sacramento County is $3,307 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sutter County, CA with an average of $3,604 per month.

Independent living costs in Sacramento County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Sacramento County, CA
$3,307/mo

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

Sacramento County, CA
$3,307/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Sacramento County, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,971/mo
Independent Living
$3,307/mo

Independent living costs in Sacramento County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,414/mo
Studio
$3,867/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,786/mo

Senior living costs in Sacramento County 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: Sacramento County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSacramento County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,307/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,802/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,971/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Sacramento County, CA:$3,307/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Sacramento County, CA:$5,802/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Sacramento County, CA:$6,971/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Sacramento County, CA, over time

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

Sacramento County, CACA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Sacramento County, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sacramento County 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
Sacramento County, CA$3,532/mo$3,394/mo+4.0%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Sacramento County, CA
2024 average cost:$3,532/mo
2023 average cost:$3,394/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
California
2024 average cost:$3,916/mo
2023 average cost:$3,864/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sacramento County

Recent reviews for independent living in Sacramento County

WellQuest of Granite Bay

4.2
The newness of the facility really stood out to us along with the variety of unit sizes they had available and the meal service.

Chateau On Capitol Avenue in Sacramento, CA

5.0
My 91 year old mother has been at Chateau on Capitol Ave. for about six months and has adapted well. She has made many new friends and is enjoying life there. The staff are very attentive and I'm impressed that every staff member calls her by name. It is a personal touch that I find endearing. ...
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Vintage Square at Westpark in Roseville, CA

4.0
My community is nice and quiet and I have met a lot of nice people. I am on my own and my apartment is approximately 600 sq feet with a good kitchen and dishwasher. They have an elevator available. They have a monthly calendar with activities and outings listed. There is going to be a luau this ...
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Sacramento County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sacramento County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sacramento County, 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 Sacramento County 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 Sacramento County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sacramento County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.2%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
52.4%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.1%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.6%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Sacramento County 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 Sacramento County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sacramento County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
67.3%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.9%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
65.6%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.6%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sacramento County 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 Sacramento County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sacramento County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.1%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.3%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.6%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.4%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.7%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.5%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.7%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.7%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.4%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
70.5%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
42%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.7%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.4%
40.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ivy Park at Sacramento, Carefree North Natomas and Apple Ridge Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sacramento County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 51 independent living facilities near Sacramento County, California. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 74% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 73% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 74% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 38% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 75% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 51% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 64% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, American Sign Language, French, Ukrainian, Farsi, German, Russian, Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Romanian, Japanese, Vietnamese, Italian, and Hungarian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Ivy Park at Sacramento, Carefree North Natomas, and Apple Ridge Assisted Living 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Ivy Park at Sacramento, Oakmont of East Sacramento, and Ivy Park at Laguna Creek 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Carefree North Natomas, Apple Ridge Assisted Living, and Regency Place Senior Living 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Ivy Park at Sacramento, Apple Ridge Assisted Living, and Regency Place Senior Living
The best independent living facilities near you in Sacramento County, California are Ivy Park at Sacramento, Oakmont of Roseville and Atria El Camino Gardens. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 74% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 73% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 74% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 38% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 75% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 51% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 64% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, American Sign Language, French, Ukrainian, Farsi, German, Russian, Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Romanian, Japanese, Vietnamese, Italian, and Hungarian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Ivy Park at Sacramento, Carefree North Natomas, and Apple Ridge Assisted Living 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Ivy Park at Sacramento, Oakmont of East Sacramento, and Ivy Park at Laguna Creek 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Carefree North Natomas, Apple Ridge Assisted Living, and Regency Place Senior Living 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Ivy Park at Sacramento, Apple Ridge Assisted Living, and Regency Place Senior Living
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