
The Heritage Downtown
The Heritage Downtown
Overlooking the beautiful neighborhood of Contra Costa County, Walnut Creek, CA, The Heritage Downtown is a welcoming senior living community, offering assisted living. A dedicated and skilled team is always available to ensure residents feel at home and cared for in their beautifully designed accommodations. Just within walking distance from the vibrant downtown area, the community offers easy access to plenty of shops, restaurants, and other entertainment venues, and necessary amenities.
Fostering social interaction, engagement, and an active lifestyle, the community regularly conducts a wide range of classes, activities, events and off site excursions. There are plenty of community spaces for relaxation and entertainment, including lush grounds, heated pool & spa, relaxing sitting areas, library, game room, and yoga studio. An array of convenient services, such as weekly housekeeping, 24 hour concierge service, apartment maintenance, in-home care, and transportation service, provides residents with utmost convenience and plenty of time to spend on the things they truly love and enjoy.
25 years in operation Rank #235 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 235th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 94 / 100 Rank #87 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
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About this community
Status2014-09-24t00:00:00z
AccreditationsBest of Senior Living by A Place for Mom 2023, 2024, 2025, & 2026
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Barbara Simpson, Executive Director
Total Employees
45
Full-Time Employees
45
Beautifully Landscaped Surroundings
On-Site Restaurant
Health And Wellness Programs
Year-Round Heated Pool And Spa
ActivitiesA wide range of classes, activities, events, and off-site excursions are offered.
Specific ProgramsSocial Amenities, Property Amenities, Health & Wellness, Newton’s Fine Dining, Downtown Living
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 7am – 7pm, Saturday: 10am – 5pm, Sunday: 12pm – 4pm
Food DescriptionNewton’s Fine Dining offers weekly menus of fresh and organic food with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday Brunch.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 610-740 / 820-910 / 1100 – 1300 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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1.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Walnut Creek's city center to The Heritage Downtown's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The Heritage Downtown is located in Walnut Creek, California.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Heritage Downtown
What neighborhood is The Heritage Downtown in?
The Heritage Downtown is in the Shuey Avenue neighborhood of Walnut Creek.
Is The Heritage Downtown in a walkable area?
The Heritage Downtown has a walk score of 94. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Are there photos of The Heritage Downtown?
Yes — there are 7 photos of The Heritage Downtown in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Heritage Downtown?
The Heritage Downtown is located at 1785 Shuey Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.
What is the phone number of The Heritage Downtown?
(925) 943-7427 will put you in contact with the team at The Heritage Downtown.
Does The Heritage Downtown provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — The Heritage Downtown is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.
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