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| Fairwinds Woodward Park |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Fresno | 270
Facility
270
CA AVG
105
Rank
#73 / 1665 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
CA AVG
63
Rank
#1446 / 2096 | 5 | 11 | 5 | 25
Facility
25
CA AVG
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Rank
#131 / 1209 | 93.7% | A+ | Fresn LLC; Leisure Care LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Fresno Senior Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Fresno | 100
Facility
100
CA AVG
105
Rank
#701 / 1665 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
CA AVG
63
Rank
#1446 / 2096 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
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Rank
#938 / 1209 | 50.0% | C- | Hsre-Pacifica I Trs Gp LLC, Gp Of Hsre Et Al | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Truewood by Merrill, Fig Garden |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fresno (6035) | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
105 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
CA AVG
63
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#1423 / 2096 | - | - | - | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
— | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Northwest Villa |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fresno | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
105
Rank
#1337 / 1665 | No |
43
Facility
43
CA AVG
63
Rank
#1507 / 2096 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
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Rank
#1034 / 1209 | 100.0% | - | Evergreen Life Care Homes, Inc. | Private Rooms |
| Truewood by Merrill, Fig Garden |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Fresno (6035) | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
105 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
CA AVG
63
Rank
#1306 / 2096 | - | - | - | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
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Fairwinds Woodward Park is an independent living and assisted living community where both options are guaranteed to be comfortable for residents to maintain their individuality and freedom. Residents in the community are cared for by ensuring that the holistic wellness of each resident is met. The community gives off an engaging and enriching environment where the professional care staff is attentive and ready to go above and beyond for the residents. Fairwinds has celebrated and understood the importance of growth by ensuring seniors get the best possible care and limitless opportunities during their stay.
The lifestyle at Fairwinds is inspired by resort-style stay– leisure is the center of senior wellness. Community features include restaurant-style dining experiences curated by an in-house chef to take PrimeFit Wellness classes, a cafe, a private dining room, a salon and barbershop, transportation, guest parking, and a courtyard with outdoor seating
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Fresno Senior Living is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care home with an exquisite environment guaranteed to make residents feel welcome in their friendly atmosphere. Whatever you seek, the community is ready to help and deliver it. Fresno Senior Living is an elegant community that ensures the highest level of trust and dedication of the staff, providing quality care and service to every resident– which families have recognized time and time again.
Fresno Senior Living’s lifestyle is centered on the comfort and flexibility of its residents; through residential assisted living amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, medication management, and transportation. The senior living community provides a life of amenities and services that creates a comfortable and secure environment for residents.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Peacefully located in Fresno, CA, Northwest Villa is a close-knit community designed to accommodate those looking for assisted living. Residents’ well-being is prioritized with dependable caregivers available to offer daily living assistance, memory care, and other care services. The community also provides the convenience of having access to other skilled professionals like a physician and physical therapist on-site.
Housekeeping and linen services are also offered, giving residents more free time to enjoy the things they love to do. Everyone is always properly nourished and energized with healthy and delicious meals served daily. With its commitment to comfort and well-being, Northwest Villa ensures its residents lead fulfilling lives filled with warmth and assurance.
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 6 Residents
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Exercise Programs
Recreational Activities
Truewood by Merrill Gardens, Fig Garden, prides itself on having a comfortable environment where residents can do as they please and enjoy the experience in the community. The senior living home promotes a kind of service that is flexible to the needs of any resident. boasts a vibrant lifestyle found through the youthful energy enhanced by the residents. Truewood encourages residents to live a little more enriching during their golden years, making them one of the top-ranked senior living communities in the Fresno area.
Truewood also caters to the essential amenities and services available to residents, such as housekeeping and transportation services, dining areas and lounge areas, and a courtyard– to name a few of what they offer. Their private apartments are well maintained and kept by their housekeeping and linen service. Community amenities include shared courtyards, outdoor parkways, and recreational areas that encourage engagement among seniors.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Truewood by Merrill, Fig Garden is a charming independent living community located in Fresno, CA, near the beautiful Yosemite Park. Nestled in the quiet Fig Garden loop, it offers a variety of apartments, including studios and one or two-bedroom units. Residents can enjoy engaging amenities such as a theater room, billiards lounge, fitness area, and landscaped gardens, providing plenty of options for leisure and relaxation.
Truewood by Merrill supports seniors in living their lives to the fullest with features such as flexible dining with chef-prepared meals, transportation options, and housekeeping services to enhance daily living. With a warm atmosphere and welcoming staff, residents can participate in social events and enjoy the comforts of a community that feels like home, all while having their pets by their side.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Fresno, CA
What is the average cost of independent living in Fresno, CA?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Fresno, CA is approximately $2,062. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Fresno, CA?
Independent living in Fresno, CA typically ranges from $542 - $4,950 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
How many licensed independent living communities are there in Fresno, CA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 34 licensed independent living communities in Fresno, CA.
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 5 independent living communities in Fresno, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Fresno, CA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Fresno, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Fresno, CA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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