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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Aetna Springs, CA

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The cost of independent living in Aetna Springs is about $4,830 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 159 options. Read 1599 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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.
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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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.
Quail Creek is a boutique style assisted living community of 40 one-bedroom apartments, located in Paradise Valley Estates, a private, gated continuing care retirement community. Our all-inclusive monthly fee makes expenses predictable and includes many services that others add as extras. We also...
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.
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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: 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.
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: 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.
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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.
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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.
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: 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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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: 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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
A Golden Home Extended Care, Inc. is a senior assisted living facility and micro community located in Marin County. A Golden Home is located at 1234 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94903. It is a beautiful apartment-style community just minutes away from the nearest hospital. This...
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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.
Nazareth House, San Rafael, opened in 1962 is a nonprofit retirement home offering full-service residential care and assisted living for approximately 126 residents. It is one of 58 facilities throughout the world owned and operated by the Sisters of Nazareth. Our aim is to provide for the...
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I chose this community because it was recommended that my mother needed memory care. The care was very giving, but we were asked to hire overnight caregivers because she would get up night,which was an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
'Residents are the heart of our community.'  AlmaVia of San Rafael is a faith-based, non-profit Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) which includes independent and assisted living, as well as a specialized area for memory care called, Bridgehaven. We offer studio,...
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, Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Here at St. MichaelÆs, we cater to residents who need a secure and safe place to spend their golden years. Our caring staff greets each resident in the morning with a smile. We offer numerous recreational activities that residents can partake in, and we encourage families to get involved as well....

Cost of independent living in Aetna Springs, CA

The average cost of senior living in Aetna Springs is $4,830 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clearlake, CA with an average of $3,213 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Aetna Springs, CA vs. nearby cities

Aetna Springs, CA
$4,830/mo
$5,016/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Aetna Springs, CA vs. the state and national average

Aetna Springs, CA
$4,830/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Aetna Springs vs. other types of senior living

$5,815/mo
Independent Living
$4,830/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Aetna Springs, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,135/mo
Studio
$5,366/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,404/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,544/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,495/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Aetna Springs over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Aetna Springs

Recent reviews for independent living in Aetna Springs

Sycamore Hills By the Bay in Hercules, CA

5.0
The only improvement that I can think of that needs to be made at Sycamore Hills By the Bay is there is not enough parking. That is my only complaint about this facility. Everyone is very nice, the facility is really clean. I am really happy with my experience here so far.

AlmaVia of San Rafael

5.0
Great facility that is meeting all my parents needs! Great for memory care. The staff is very friendly and helpful to get them adjusted

Healdsburg Senior Living

5.0
[name removed] and her whole team were MAGNIFICENT! Putting on a western cowboy family party and bbq! Everyone dressed in cowboy gear [name removed] and all of us residents loved it! So fun!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and approachability of the staff at various senior living communities, such as Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living, Silverado Orchards Retirement Community, and Valley Orchards Retirement Community. Residents and their families appreciate the caring natur ...
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Varied selection of engaging activities. Activities are a vital part of senior living, and residents at communities like Cogir of North Bay Senior Living, Brookdale Paulin Creek, and Solstice at Santa Rosa enjoy a wide range of offerings. From games and exercise classes to social hours and outings, there is always something for e ...
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Well-maintained facilities with beautiful surroundings. Reviews often highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in senior living communities. At Deer Park Retirement Community, Truewood by Merrill, Pinole, and Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living, residents praise the maintained grounds and updated facilities, adding to the overall appeal and ...
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Supportive and accommodating community. The sense of community is essential for many residents, and communities like Brookdale Paulin Creek, Cogir of Vacaville Senior Living, and Solstice at Santa Rosa provide a strong support system. Residents and their families appreciate the care and understanding shown by staff and fellow re ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Meals are a significant factor in overall satisfaction with senior living communities. At Holiday Springs of Napa, Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living, and Valley Orchards Retirement Community, residents report enjoying the quality of the food and the accommodations made for dietary restr ...
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Access to helpful resources and assistance. Whether it's help with daily tasks or support during transitions, communities like Holiday Redwood, Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living, and Brookdale Paulin Creek offer valuable resources and assistance to their residents. Families appreciate the responsiveness and care shown by staff me ...
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Aetna Springs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Aetna Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Aetna Springs, 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 Aetna Springs 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 Aetna Springs 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
23.1%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.1%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
40.8%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Aetna Springs 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 Aetna Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Aetna Springs, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.4%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.8%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
40.8%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Aetna Springs 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 Aetna Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.4%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.5%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.5%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.2%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.6%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
27.7%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.6%
47.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Greenhills Care Home, Paramount House Senior Living and Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Aetna Springs, California. See full list of communities.

There are 159 independent living facilities near Aetna Springs, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Aetna Springs, California are Paramount House Senior Living, Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living and Cogir of Rohnert Park Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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