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Best Independent Living in Hayward, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 independent living communities in Hayward, CA using California Department of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 94/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Hayward, CA. 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: 173The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Hayward, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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MorningStar of Hayward
IL
NH
AL
MC
Hayward
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 103
Rank #256 / 1657
Yes
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 57
Rank #87 / 2092
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1247 / 1401
22
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #1024 / 1397
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 3
Rank #1133 / 1164
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #988 / 1487
66.5%
Facility 66.5%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #978 / 1368
-Hayward Sr. Hsng. I Opco LLC;Oakmont Mgmt Grp LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bellara Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Hayward
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 103
Rank #234 / 1657
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 57
Rank #87 / 2092
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 81
Rank #568 / 1401
3
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #762 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #988 / 1487
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #593 / 1368
A+Srmhayward LLC; Integral Senior Living Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Above & Beyond Rcfe, INC.
RC
Hayward
63404Above & Beyond Rcfe, INC.
Alondra Care Home 3
RC
Hayward
671Alondra Home Care LLC
Astera Care Home LLC
RC
Hayward
63184Astera Care Home LLC
Bethesda Home
RC
Hayward
28461452Christian Retirement Center Of Northern California
Bloomstone Family Home LLC
RC
Hayward
62Bloomstone Family Home LLC
Colonial Acres Residential Care Home
RC
Hayward
20465010Olivarez, John Ronald
Continuance Care Home LLC
RC
Hayward
1638337Continuance Care Home LLC
Elle's Home
RC
Hayward
632107Elle's Home LLC
Escueta Care Home 2
RC
Hayward
61Saklan Care Home INC
Escueta Care Home 3, INC.
RC
Hayward
441619Escueta Care Home 3, INC.
Galicia's Tulip Care Home #2
RC
Hayward
6311331Galicia, Rolando & Consuelo
Genuine Love Care Home
RC
Hayward
53234Genuine Love Care, INC.
Grand Oak Manor Suite II LLC
RC
Hayward
141Grand Oak Manor Suite II LLC
H & M Homes Standish
RC
Hayward
63119H & M Homes LLC
Harmony Care House LLC
RC
Hayward
16Harmony Care House LLC
Julian Family Carehome
RC
Hayward
6321212Marcial D. Julian & Adelaide A. Julian
K & J Residential Care Home-Hayward
RC
Hayward
52154Liang, Ksai
Montgomery Care Senior Center
RC
Hayward
15Montgomery Care Senior Center LLC
Montgomery Springs Manor
RC
Hayward
153165512Ltp Horizons, LLC
Moonraker Villa Senior Care 2
RC
Hayward
612Akaosugi, Yong
Pacaldo-Yee
RC
Hayward
1432284Pacaldo Yee
Palm Tree Courtyard
RC
Hayward
1532421Worldwide Family Care, INC.
Pleasant Hill Manor
RC
Hayward
631422Richard W. Gindlesberger
Quincy Way Senior Living LLC
RC
Hayward
4Quincy Way Senior Living LLC
Royal Colony View Place
RC
Hayward
8511423Royal Colony View Place, LLC
Ruus Home-Rcfe
RC
Hayward
63119Hayward Holy Infant Residential Care Facility INC.
Scott Residential Care Home
RC
Hayward
639J And J Residential Care Home INC
Overview of Morningstar of Hayward

Providing top-tier for over two decades, Morningstar of Hayward located in Russell Way, Hayward, CA, is a paradisal senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Live a comfortable and safe retirement with 227 elegant and cozy suites. Taking pride in a respectful and highly-trained team, the community provides 24-hour exceptional care and assistance to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations.

Meet people with the same interests and discover new endeavors with various fun activities and enrichment programs conducted for enjoyment and wellness. The community strives to enhance residents’ well-being serving them with healthy and tasty meals for dietary requirements and tastes. With its well-lit and spacious amenities and warmhearted people, seniors enjoy a restful retirement in Morningstar of Hayward.

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Overview of Bellara Senior Living

Situated in Hayward, CA, Bellara Senior Living is an idyllic senior living community that offers flexible independent living, assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can freely maintain their independence with the comfort of knowing a team of caring individuals is always available. The community provides a wide selection of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to choose from, allowing residents to find the ideal residence that best fits their lifestyle and needs.

Everyday is rich in meaningful moments and vibrant atmosphere, thanks to the community’s wide array of engaging activities that foster meaningful connections and opportunities for living life the way residents want. The community takes care of the cleaning so residents can freely enjoy their retirement years. With round-the clock support, emergency call systems, and a plethora of convenient amenities, residents are guaranteed to thrive and fully enjoy their retirement.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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 Hayward, 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 2 independent living communities in Hayward, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Hayward, 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 Hayward, 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 Hayward, 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.