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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Smiley Park, CA

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I recently visited with a family member. It’s a beautiful community, the holiday decorations are beautiful. They always have great activities for the residents. The music entertainment is wonderful, 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.
Our community is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and our leasing office is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 7 days a week. In person tours daily. Nestled in the scenic foothills of southern California, The Villas at San Bernardino embodies the heart of exceptional senior living. Offering a...
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We put my mother at Golden Oaks because it was close to our home. The facility was clean and the employees friendly. I visited twice a day until her passing. I spoke to many of the residents and everyone...
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.
Golden Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Nestled on stunning landscaped grounds in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains, you'll love the elegant quality of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of our nearby community. We're just minutes...
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My experience with A Place For Mom was exceptional. My contact was [name removed] and I felt like she was with me every step of the way. Brightwater is like walking into a nice hotel. The staff is very...
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.
Brightwater Senior Living of Highland Brightwater Senior Living of Highland is a luxurious and lovely assisted living community located in Highland, San Bernardino County, California. Our extensive campus and beautiful courtyard of Brightwater Senior Living of Highland are further enhanced thanks...
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They take really good care of the people from what I am able to see. Also the prices are a lot more reasonable in comparison to what you are receiving unlike the other places. They have activities like bingo...
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.
Hamilton Home is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, commonly known as an RCFE. Sometimes called Board and Care Homes or Senior Assisted Living Facilities, we provide 24-hour care and assistance with activities of daily living to our residents. Our qualified staff are trained to provide...
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I've been living in Parkside Apartments for over 3 years and have good experience with the property manager. I have been treated like I'm part of the family ?? here the property manager is doing a great job...
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.
Parkside senior apartments offer each resident the peace of mind that comes with maintenance-free living and an active lifestyle. We offer both convenience and affordability. We have several apartment size options to help you find what fits your current needs. Our privately landscaped grounds...
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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.
A new life of elegance, independence and reliability is waiting for you at Jeffrey Court Apartment Homes. Here, in this exclusive neighborhood for discerning individuals, you'll find comfort, convenience and amenities to assure a perfectly satisfying way of life. Jeffrey Court apartment homes...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: 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: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Smiley Park, CA

The average cost of senior living in Smiley Park is $3,148 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moreno Valley, CA with an average of $2,849 per month.

Independent living costs in Smiley Park, CA, vs. nearby cities

Smiley Park, CA
$3,148/mo
$3,012/mo

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

Smiley Park, CA
$3,148/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Smiley Park, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,390/mo
Independent Living
$3,148/mo

Independent living costs in Smiley Park, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,650/mo
Studio
$5,690/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,475/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,495/mo

Senior living costs in Smiley Park 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: Smiley Park, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmiley Park, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,148/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,345/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,390/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Smiley Park, CA:$3,148/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Smiley Park, CA:$3,345/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Smiley Park, CA:$4,390/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Smiley Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Smiley Park

Brightwater Senior Living of Highland

4.5
The community is a good place and I think you should consider Bright water as an option. I would definitely recommend this community to others

Westfield Villa Gardens in Banning, CA

5.0
They are the best. They take excellent care of my loved one and compared to previous experiences they are great. I have already told people about this community and I say that it is great. I don't have to worry about my loved one I know that he is in good hands and well taken care of.

Knolls West Convalescent Hospital in Victorville, CA

4.3
My mother-in-law was there for rehab. I though the care was good. She's kind of a hypochondriac but my wife thought the care was good too. It was all very good, I thought. It was clean. They had activities for the people if the wanted to take part. She took part a couple and I think she enjoyed ...
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Smiley Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smiley Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smiley Park, 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 Smiley Park 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 Smiley Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smiley Park, CANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Smiley Park 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 Smiley Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smiley Park, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smiley Park 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 Smiley Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smiley Park, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
47%
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Villas At San Bernardino, Holiday Golden Oaks and Brightwater Senior Living of Highland are the top-rated independent living facilities near Smiley Park, California. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Smiley Park, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Smiley Park, California are Villas At San Bernardino, Citrus Place and Holiday Golden Oaks. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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