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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Since 1966, The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens has been Fresno's only continuing care retirement community (CCRC), offering a variety of residential options and a full continuum of on-site care, if ever needed. We're proud to be CARF-CCAC accredited for meeting strict national standards for...
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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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I have lived here at Castle Vista for one year. The duplexes are very spacious and it is a quiet community. I have met many nice people and really enjoy the activities. The maintenance is great. I don't have...
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.
Castle Vista is a retirement community located in beautiful Atwater, California. This residential area is pleased to offer a number of duplex accommodations for active seniors 55 years or older seeking to make the most of their retirement years. Situated in 77 acres of lush, landscaped...
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: 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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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.
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.
Spacious 1 bedroom and 1 bath and 2 bedroom and 2 bath.Single Level Community Cable TV Ready Fully Equipped Kitchen Indoor Washer and Electric Dryer Hook Ups Ceiling Fans in Living Room and Bedrooms Emergency Call System Available Clubhouse with Library and Crafts Room Gated Community Limited...
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.
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
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.
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.
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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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Santa Rita Park, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Rita Park is $3,056 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include University of California-Merced, CA with an average of $2,605 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Rita Park, CA vs. nearby cities

Santa Rita Park, CA
$3,056/mo
$3,098/mo
$3,220/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Rita Park, CA vs. the state and national average

Santa Rita Park, CA
$3,056/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Rita Park vs. other types of senior living

$3,792/mo
Independent Living
$3,056/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Santa Rita Park, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,800/mo
Studio
$3,888/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,016/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,703/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,830/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Santa Rita Park over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Santa Rita Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Santa Rita Park

Cogir of Cedar Creek in Madera, CA

5.0
When I arrived here at Cedar Creek, I was diagnoses with stage 4 Parkinson. I have lived here for over 10 years I have enjoyed every day. I am now stage 1-2. I am a president of resident council, ambassador and gold keg

Cogir of Turlock

5.0
The Staff is very helpful and considerate and I have nothing but high praise for everyone working there. The facility is so clean and that was the main reason we chose them initially. I would highly recommend Cogir of Turlock!

Castle Vista in Atwater, CA

5.0
I have lived at Castle Vista since April 2014. It is a great place to retire. The residents are caring and friendly. I have made many friends here. The maintenance is excellent. One phone call is all you need if you have a problem. There are daily activities. Always something fun to do. I have a ...
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Santa Rita Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Rita Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Rita 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 Santa Rita 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 Santa Rita Park 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
Nutritionist / dietician
15.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.9%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
22.5%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.2%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Rita 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 Santa Rita Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.5%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
25.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Rita 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 Santa Rita Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.4%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.7%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.2%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.2%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.4%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.2%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.6%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
22.5%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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The Hampshire, Stratford at Beyer Park and Cogir of Cedar Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Santa Rita Park, California. See full list of communities.

There are 75 independent living facilities near Santa Rita Park, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Santa Rita Park, California are Stratford at Beyer Park and Cogir of Cedar Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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