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The cost of independent living in Pinnacles is about $4,619 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 353 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: Assisted Living
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.
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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: 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: 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.
Morgan Hill Villa is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly providing harmonious living and care right in the heart of Morgan Hill. Here you'll enjoy all the benefits of a warm home atmosphere. You will have confidence knowing that your needs will be met - now and in the future. We...
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Cost of independent living in Pinnacles, CA

The average cost of senior living in Pinnacles is $4,619 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dos Palos, CA with an average of $3,277 per month.

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

Pinnacles, CA
$4,619/mo
$4,894/mo

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

Pinnacles, CA
$4,619/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

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

$4,945/mo
Independent Living
$4,619/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,858/mo
Studio
$5,450/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,467/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,461/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,295/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Pinnacles over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Pinnacles

Recent reviews for independent living in Pinnacles

Ivy Park at Monterey

4.9
Our 98 year old mother moved into Ivy Park this past spring. She really enjoyed the lovely environment; her apartment, the facility and its’ grounds. The staff members were all warm, kind, caring, patient and respectful. Our mother’s condition did fail after a few months due to her underlying ...
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Merrill Gardens at Monterey

5.0
I am currently a resident at Merrill Gardens at Monterey and everything has been great. I would recommend this facility to others.

Whispering Pines Inn, LLC in Hollister, CA

5.0
Whispering Pines Inn has devotedly served the San Benito County for over 26 years. The management & staffs are caring & very responsive to their elderly residents. Being a caregiver is not an easy task. You have to have the heary & compassion which I have seen with the employees as well ad ...
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Pinnacles independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pinnacles independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pinnacles, 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 Pinnacles 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 Pinnacles partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pinnacles, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.7%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
23.3%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Pinnacles 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 Pinnacles communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pinnacles, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pinnacles 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 Pinnacles offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pinnacles, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.7%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
10%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.3%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care, Vista Harden Ranch and Loma Clara Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pinnacles, California. See full list of communities.

There are 41 independent living facilities near Pinnacles, California. See the full list.

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