Page 25 of Best Independent Living in California

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Marymount Villa

345 Davis St #2795, San Leandro, CA 94577
Overview of Marymount Villa

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in San Leandro, CA, Marymount Villa is a blissful community that offers a wide range of care options, including assisted living, independent living, memory care, hospice care, and respite care. Residents ease their worries with a respectful and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. The community also handles the housekeeping, laundry, and other day-to-day activities, providing them with more time to do the things they truly enjoy.

With a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Delight with delicious and healthy meals catering to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and coordination of medical services are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is great for those looking for different levels of care, especially with its comprehensive care and beautifully designed amenities.

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Overview of Brookdale San Jose

Located on Blossom River Way in the vibrant city of San Jose, CA, Brookdale San Jose offers an exceptional senior living experience with a blend of independence, support, and specialized care. This community is conveniently positioned across the street from Westfield Oakridge Mall, providing easy access to shopping and dining. Brookdale San Jose is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents by offering three levels of care: independent living assisted living, and memory care.

Residents enjoy an array of amenities, including a well-equipped fitness center, a serene library, and a vibrant art studio. The community also offers concierge services and surface parking for convenience. Most utilities and maintenance are included, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their daily activities and social events. For those in need of additional support, Brookdale San Jose provides compassionate assistance with daily living activities such as medication management and personal grooming. The community’s dedication to quality care and enriching experiences makes it the top choice for senior living in San Jose.

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Ansel Park

1200 Orchid Dr, Rocklin, CA 95765
Overview of Ansel Park

Ansel Park is an independent living community in Rocklin, California, with private homes and community services for residents who do not need daily care. Studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom homes can work for someone living alone or for a couple moving together. The starting price is $4,595, giving families a baseline for monthly housing costs.

Residents have access to chef prepared meals, a heated outdoor swimming pool, walking paths, a fitness center, and a barber and salon. Scheduled transportation supports travel beyond the community, while culinary programs and other activities provide structured ways to spend time on site. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with a pet after moving in.

Ansel Park may be a good fit for someone who wants private living without daily care, or for a couple seeking a shared home with community services. Keith Payne serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Tcg Rocklin Campus and Sagora Senior Living.

Starting Price $4,595/Month Info Pricing updated on February 13th, 2026

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Overview of Meridian at Chino

Meridian at Chino offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Chino, California. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With several care levels, Meridian at Chino may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain within the community as those needs change. The community has 156 beds. Its Walk Score of 61 places it in the somewhat walkable category, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain nearby errands independently.

Residents can have gourmet meals in the dining room, exercise in the fitness center, use the salon, watch movies in the movie theater, and rest or visit in the enclosed courtyard. Daily activities include exercise, games, and social events, giving residents scheduled ways to take part in those activities, while wheelchair accessible areas support residents who use wheelchairs and pets are allowed. Isabel Enriquez serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Sierra Village

Operated by Sierra Village, Inc., Sierra Village is a Christian-affiliated senior living community in Visalia, California. It offers assisted living and independent living. The community is in the Sierra Village Christian Retirement Community neighborhood of Tulare County, about 3.4 miles from the city center. Renata Puckett serves as administrator, while company leadership records also list Leonard DeRuiter as president.

The single-story community has 15 beds and has been operating for 29 years. It currently has an occupancy rate of 67%, with 10 of its 15 beds filled. Its faith-based approach shapes daily life. It focuses on compassionate, values-driven care and practical support for residents’ everyday needs.

Assisted living residents receive 24-hour personal care and assistance, along with supervised medication management. Emergency call systems are available throughout the community so staff can respond quickly. Three meals are served daily. Housekeeping and laundry are also handled by the community, which can make the move easier for residents leaving independent routines.

The community offers transportation services and fitness and recreation programming. These services give residents ways to stay active and reach appointments or errands without solely depending on family. Pets are welcome, which can matter for residents who don’t want to give up an animal companion when they move. The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 6, so most errands and outings will require driving.

State inspections have periodically noted gaps in documentation, including medication records that were not fully logged. Reviews have also found isolated maintenance issues involving water-system upkeep and staff clearance paperwork. These findings were treated as areas needing correction rather than signs of a broader pattern involving resident care.

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Overview of The Ivy at Wellington

The Ivy at Wellington offers assisted living and independent living in Aliso Viejo, CA. In assisted living, residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow from independent living to assisted living without requiring a move to another community. The community has 160 beds. David Alvarado serves as the administrator, and Well Oak Tenant and Oakmont Management Group operate the community. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet while living there, and a spa is available for residents to use on site.

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Overview of Rio Las Palmas

Rio Las Palmas offers assisted living and independent living in Stockton’s Pacific neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Both care levels are available in one community. Rio Las Palmas may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. The community has 80 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences; the larger layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 64 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Lizeth Guerrero serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Snh Cal Tenant & Wellquest Ca 2.

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Overview of Cogir of Rohnert Park

Cogir of Rohnert Park in Rohnert Park, CA, provides independent living and assisted living, alongside short-term respite stays for individuals whose regular caregivers require time away. Independent living combines private housing with shared services, while assisted living supports daily routines within a resident’s own quarters. Access to both care levels on one campus allows residents to transition to higher support tiers as health needs change.

Administrator Rafael Omar Mendoza manages the 75-bed property, which is operated by Cogir Mngt Usa and Welltower Cogir Tenant LLC. Floor plans include studios, one-bedroom units, and two-bedroom layouts suitable for single occupants or couples. Each residence features a private bathroom alongside a full kitchen or kitchenette. Household pets are permitted on site.

Community features include a swimming pool, outdoor spa, courtyard, walking paths, salon, and fitness studio. Dynamic programs, including social events, fitness classes, and creative workshops, offer organized activities throughout the week.

Prospective residents seeking senior care in Sonoma County can reach out to Cogir of Rohnert Park to inquire about room availability or set up a visit.

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Overview of Brookdale Tracy

Welcoming residents and guests warmly, Brookdale Tracy located at West Grant Line Road, Tracy, CA, is an exceptional senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. The community offers a variety of floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Brookdale Tracy nurtures the individuality and growth of seniors, providing them with a care plan that best suits their specific needs and preferences. Brookdale Tracy promotes meaningful connections, encouraging residents to stay active and interact with others. The community orchestrates fun and exciting activities to keep its residents learning and hone their interests.

With its signature Clare Bridge Training, memory care residents experience hands-on care and assistance from activities to dining. Delightful dining awaits the seniors and their peers at the community dining room; memory care residents are provided with scheduled meal times to avoid confusion. The community includes a cafe, a game room, a fireside living room, a community kitchen, a piano, a beauty and barbershop, a courtyard and garden, and peaceful walking paths.

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Overview of Farmstead at Dixon Senior Living

Farmstead at Dixon Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Dixon, CA. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Together, the three care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 96 beds and is 97% occupied, so nearly all residences are currently filled. Private rooms provide each resident with a single private living space. Farmstead at Dixon Senior Living is administered by Mark Reyes and operated by Jack Napier Properties and Calson Mngmnt.

A Walk Score of 32 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation to reach shops, pharmacies, or other errands.

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Independent Living in California at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 59/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 159The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90