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The staff members and the care services are excellent, and the value for cost is fair. Our first impression of Sunrise was that it is not to large and nobody was just sitting around doing nothing. It is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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The staff at Carlton Senior Living (Sacramento) have consistently demonstrated an eagerness and enthusiasm for care of the residents they always keep us informed of our mothers’ progress and of any issues...
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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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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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My loved one really likes this apartment complex! The grounds are very well maintained and it feels very safe. The gates around the complex are safe and there are security cameras everywhere. Management is...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Pacific Heights Villas provides a comfortable and serene living complex for seniors. Enjoy Lush greenery, crystal clear pool and a community garden within the complex. We are conveniently located near Weberstown Mall, Grocery Stores, Walgreens Pharmacy, and other shopping centers including a...
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The staff at Campus Commons were both friendly and professional. The facility is cheerfully decorated and well maintained. My only concern/ problem was tipping. It would be helpful if a monthly contribution...
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.
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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They are great people. Our mama is in memory care so she is more care than assisted living..it is very costly but we are older now too. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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The staff seem to truly care about the residents. The owners invited me to eat lunch and the food was top notch. The view from moms room was amazing, I got her a nice easy chair recliner and she loves to...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in San Andreas, we are a small Assisted Living facility in the foothills of northern California.  Country Haven is operated by 2 Registered Nurses who have over 20 years of combined experience caring for people.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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So far we've been very pleased with how things are going at Gold Country. We moved my loved one here after her care needs exceeded what her previous community was able to provide, and so far Gold Country has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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A Place for Mom was very helpful in getting us an appointment for viewing Sunshine Manor. We found Sunshine Manor to be warm and inviting as soon as we arrived. They are a small group of caregivers that...
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 Manor is a charming assisted living residence located in the heart of El Dorado County.  Our 14-bed country home  has recently undergone numerous upgrades and improvements.  We graciously provide services for both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents in either...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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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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.
New West Haven is El Dorado County's Premier Assisted Living and Adult Day Program. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of seniors and their families by offering affordable and flexible senior housing solutions. Come for the Day, Short-term Stay or Move Right In! To provide the most...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Sandy Gulch, CA

The average cost of senior living in Sandy Gulch is $4,116 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Escalon, CA with an average of $3,093 per month.

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

Sandy Gulch, CA
$4,116/mo
$3,952/mo

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

Sandy Gulch, CA
$4,116/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,869/mo
Independent Living
$4,116/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,712/mo
Studio
$4,966/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,195/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,420/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,509/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sandy Gulch over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sandy Gulch

Recent reviews for independent living in Sandy Gulch

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.

Eskaton Cameron Park

4.3
We would recommend Eskaton based on overall quality of care and relative value compared to alternatives. Relative good "bang for the buck".

WellQuest of Elk Grove

5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at WellQuest of Elk Grove and everything has been great at this facility so far. They were very patient with explaining options/details. The move in was super easy. The food is decent and it smells good! I would definitely recommend WellQuest of Elk Grove to ...
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Sandy Gulch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandy Gulch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandy Gulch, 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 Sandy Gulch 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 Sandy Gulch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
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Low / no sodium
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33.4%
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Sandy Gulch 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 Sandy Gulch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
45.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandy Gulch 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 Sandy Gulch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Atria Rocklin, The Oaks at Inglewood and Sunrise of Fair Oaks CA are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sandy Gulch, California. See full list of communities.

There are 163 independent living facilities near Sandy Gulch, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sandy Gulch, California are Atria Rocklin, The Oaks at Inglewood and Sunrise of Fair Oaks CA. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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