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If you’re looking for independent living in the Santa Clara area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Santa Clara. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 48 independent living facilities in Santa Clara, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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Independent Living Facilities near Santa Clara, CA
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Santa Clara, CA
Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .
Read moreWestmont of Milpitas
We think it's a very nice place. It has a lot of amenities, and they have special events regularly. Every Thursday they have a happy hour, and they schedule events for the families to attend as well. I think they're really working hard to keep people happy. The staff is very friendly, and most of the residents are as well. Mom tells me the food is pretty good. We really like that if you end up needing assisted living down the road, you don't have to move to another apartment, which was not the case anywhere else that we looked. You also have a choice of a studio, 1-bedroom, or 2-bedroom apartment. And her 1-bedroom is very roomy.
Read moreThe Watermark at Rosewood Gardens in Livermore, CA
Outstanding personnel and a very well kept up community. Recognition: [removed] and the rest of the staff. Outstanding employees and a asset to the company
Read moreVilla Serena Retirement LLC
1340 Pomeroy Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95051 | 1.5 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
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Provides: Independent Living
Villa Serena is an affordable all-inclusive retirement community, located near the heart of Silicon Valley, just minutes from shops, restaurants and hospitals. A Sunshine Retirement Living Community, we offer a variety of amenities to simplify your life, including three chef-prepared meals daily,...
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Everything is going quite well for me here! The staff are very accommodating and they are giving me the care that I need. This living arrangement has worked out much better for me than my previous living...
Atria Almaden
4610 Almaden Expy, San Jose, CA 95118 | 8.6 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Now Open in South San Jose, Atria Almaden is a modern senior living community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. Conveniently located near Thousand Oaks Park and Santana Row, the community offers what you are looking for in...
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Cats allowed
Everyone here is always so accommodating and helpful. It's a joyful place and we all appreciate the grand efforts so much from [names removed]. Thank you
Atria Willow Glen
1660 Gaton Drive, San Jose, CA 95125 | 6 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Atria Willow Glen provides all the comforts of home in a resort-like community. Invite family and friends to enjoy a walk through courtyards with lush landscaping and koi ponds, or take an outing to nearby downtown San Jose. Atria Willow Glen offers easy access to shopping, banks, medical...
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Atria Willow Glen has been absolutely fantastic. The value for what they provide is really really good. It is a very down to earth environment for normal people to live out their golden years, it is a great...
Atria Sunnyvale
175 East Remington Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 | 3.5 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Atria Sunnyvale is a welcoming assisted living community in a lovely, quiet neighborhood situated close to downtown Sunnyvale, California. Residents and their families can enjoy a stroll along winding walkways or relax in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. Or they may prefer to entertain...
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Atria Sunnyvale has been amazing. It was an excellent choice. When we had many to chose from, they met all of our needs. They are friendly and professional. The facility is very top notch. And my loved...
Oakmont of Silver Creek
3544 San Felipe Rd, San Jose, CA 95128 | 4.1 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The facility is lovely. The staff from the janitorial staff to administration are all very kind and caring. Overall nothing but great, minus it is pricey.
Brookdale San Jose
1009 Blossom River Way, San Jose, CA 95123 | 9.4 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Experience the Good LifeWhile we are a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in San Jose, California, you might get the impression you stumbled upon a family reunion when you show up on our doorstep for the first time. Our team will greet you with warm smiles and you’ll hear the sound of...
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We love Brookdale San Jose. The people who live there have a tendency to take care of each other. They look out for one another and see that they get out and do things, which I love to see. The staff has...
BridgePoint at Los Altos
1174 Los Altos Ave, Los Altos, CA 94022 | 8.8 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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BridgePoint at Los Altos is a full-service independent and assisted living community with a monthly rental in the residential neighborhood of Los Altos. Studio, alcove studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments feature a patio or balcony for relaxing and taking in the beautiful oak and fruit...
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The staff are caring. They offer good activities, for instance we especially enjoyed a couple of winter festivals in the parking lot where they encouraged families to meet their loved ones there, while...
Belmont Village San Jose
500 South Winchester Boulevard, San Jose, CA 95128 | 3.3 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Belmont Village of San Jose, California is located in a city that is renowned for its quality of life, beautiful climate, and variety of exciting cultural, recreational, educational and entertainment opportunities. The facility is ideally situated directly across the street from the famed...
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Great care givers and administrative support. Always feel welcome coming into facility and that the people helping my mom really care. The nursing staff has been exemplary, always reaching out to...
Oakmont of San Jose
917 Thornton Way, San Jose, CA 95128 | 4.1 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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This has been a great experience. They offer a tremendous community for difficult circumstances. The community is very homey, modern, safe, and clean. The environment is very predictable for memory care...
Belmont Village Sunnyvale
1039 East El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 | 2.2 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The community of Belmont Village of Sunnyvale is conveniently located between San Jose and San Francisco, in the heart of Silicon Valley. The facility is situated in a prime residential area, assisted living residents have easy access to shopping, restaurants, healthcare facilities and places of...
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We've had an excellent experience. The staff is very accommodating. And their Circle of Friends program is great for someone with early stage memory issues but not yet ready for full memory care.
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Villa Fontana Retirement
5555 Prospect Road, San Jose, CA 95129 | 5.2 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Here at Villa Fontana Retirement we understand the importance of family. In fact this senior living facility is family owned, so they go from one family to another. Our property is recently remodeled and a beautiful place to live right here in San Jose, CA. We have been in business for 20 years...
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The community is really good for my loved one. The place seems to be well run. This is an older community, but it works for my loved one. The meals are okay. The community served a ham sandwich and this...
Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen
1420 Curci Drive, San Jose, CA 95126 | 4.9 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Set in San Jose's Willow Glen neighborhood, Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen offers easy senior living in a modern building with large apartments. Enjoy the small-town feel and being within walking distance of outdoor cafes, coffee shops, boutiques and bookstores. The high-ceilinged, airy building...
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They have caring staff who respond quickly if there's an issue. It's a safe environment, which I appreciate. The only negative thing I've seen is the training of new staff needs to be improved. And the...
Westmont of Milpitas
80 Cedar Way, Milpitas, CA 95035 | 4.7 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Westmont of Milpitas offers a wide spectrum of senior living and care on one campus. Moving into one of California's premier senior living communities means that you do not have to leave us as your personal support needs change. Whether you enjoy the carefree retirement setting of a 55+ Active...
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This is a wonderful place to live, and I think you would be happy here. The staff are very friendly and still it is a fairly new community. It feels like a family, as it is a newer community and we aren't...
Sunrise of Sunnyvale
633 South Knickerbocker Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 | 5 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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About Sunrise of SunnyvaleCommunity & Location Highlights:Convenient location in beautiful Sunnyvale, CANear El Camino HospitalRooftop garden with stunning views of the surrounding regionConvenient access via Highways 85, 101, 880 and 280Minutes from Sunnyvale Town Center, featuring Macy's and...
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My husband had to move out from Memory Care Unit because of financial reasons, but for 4 years he used to get an excellent care - so much love and tenderness, and attention to all his needs. Our family...
Warburton Place
1675 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050 | (< 1 mile)from Santa Clara center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living
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Warburton Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Built on beautiful grounds in a quiet corner of Santa Clara, you'll love the modern quality of our community. We are right in the heart of Santa Clara's shopping, healthcare, dining and wonderful local...
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My older cousin whom has a number of health issues came and stayed with us for around a month. My experience was to move him in there, dealing with admin some which overall was positive. We helped him move...
Pacific Gardens
2384 Pacific Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95051 | 1.5 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
It feels like home.By choosing Pacific Gardens a family is assured that their loved one is well taken care of in a clean, comfortable home-like community. Pacific Gardens provides residents with nutritious fresh food, features engaging activities, and takes pride in their caring and competent...
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This is a nice community and well run. The staff seem very knowledgeable. They are easy to speak with the staff if there are questions or concerns about my loved one. Card playing, bingo, theater,...
Merrill Gardens at Campbell
2115 South Winchester Boulevard, Campbell, CA 95008 | 5.5 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Merrill Gardens at Campbell is luxurious, modern and convenient. Take advantage of being connected to a wellness center in addition to free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Good Samaritan Hospital and Kaiser Permanente Medical Center are also nearby. Most apartments in this modern retirement home...
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My overall experience with my loved one being here was a good one. I feel like my loved one got really good care. He was in the memory care unit and it was not the same socialization as everywhere else in...
Sonnet Hill
429 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA 95126 | 4.3 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Our ideas and practices are anchored in The Poetry of Aging, our platform for living at Sonnet Hill.Like a poem, each person has their own pace, style and personality. We truly believe that there is no right or wrong way to be yourself.As lifespans get longer and research gets deeper, we are able...
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Sonnet Hill looked like a great facility. It is brand new so when we took a tour there were very few residents and staff members. I think it seemed like a place that would be a better fit for younger, more...
Redwood Villa
1981 Montecito Ave, Mountain View, CA 94043 | 7.4 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living
Redwood Villa is a happy, active, independent Retirement Facility. It has been owned and operated by the Cappelletti Family for over 30 years. Our restaurant style dining room serves three meals a day and provides a comfortable atmosphere with great food. You will appreciate the weekly...
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My loved one has really made a smooth transition into this community, she is loving her new spacious apartment and great amenities that has been offered to her. She has been especially pleased with the...
Chateau Cupertino
10150 Torre Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014 | 4.4 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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Provides: Independent Living
Just talk to our residents. Senior living doesn't get any better than living at Chateau Cupertino, whether you're in retirement or just ready for the next great phase of your life. We offer the best mix of available services you can find. You will get a great place to enjoy your life and your...
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The residents and the staff are very friendly. The food is great with a nice variety. Wine is offered with dinner every night. There are a lot of activities including movie night, ice cream social, bingo,...
Palo Alto Commons
4075 El Camino Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | 9.4 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Palo Alto Commons is family owned and has been operating since 1990. Providing premier assisted living, Alzheimer’s/dementia care and exclusive, specialized higher levels of care in a lovely, residential setting. A month to month rental structure allows for flexibility and peace of mind. Our...
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The Palo Alto Commons Assisted Living section has proved to be an excellent place for my sister with early dementia to reside. It provides all of the services she needs in a very friendly as well as...
Campbell Village
290 N San Tomas Aquino Rd, Campbell, CA 95008 | 5.1 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Campbell Village is owned by Premier Senior Care Group. A family operated company whose mission is to create a family-style atmosphere, providing quality care with compassion and understanding. We strive to assure our residents have a safe environment, healthy lifestyle and happiness. ...
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Beauty Salon
We think it's great. It is working for us and we are very happy with them. This location has 2 floors. They offer activities like bingo. Transportation is offered for doctors appointments as well as outings...
Belmont Village Los Gatos NOW OPEN
5121 Union Ave, San Jose, CA 95124 | 7.8 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Belmont Village brings more than two decades of experience to its peerless Assisted Living and award-winning Memory Care. Our newest community in the Bay Area will offer the unique balance of innovative, research-based programming, best-in-class care and resident-centered living that Belmont...
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Belmont Village seems like a great place. It's very nice and new. The staff is very nice. There have been a few issues as it was first starting up, and the restaurant is still a little lacking in...
Carlton Senior Living San Jose
380 Branham Ln fax# 408-972-0808, San Jose, CA 95136 | 9.6 milesfrom Santa Clara center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
A Resident’s View: by Hettie Lou DowningI became a “take charge” person the year I turned 10 and my mother’s delicate health dictated that I become her substitute. I left home at age 16 to attend the university and became self-supporting. The lessons I learned from “take charge” employment were...
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My mom is really liking her new home. She likes to play bingo and even won a game recently and called to tell me. The community is a very nice and clean place and it is close to my home. Overall, we are...
Westgate Villa
5425 Mayme Ave, San Jose, CA 95129 | 5.2 milesfrom Santa Clara center
Starting at
$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Westgate Villa is an assisted living community providing memory care in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California. Our magnificent community is located proximally to the Silicon Valley looking on the mountain view of Hamilton. San Jose city is perfect for relaxation and family getaways. With the...
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We have been really pleased with Westgate. My mother- in-law has lived there for 2 months. She refused to move out of her house until a medical emergency forced the issue. When she moved, she asked for...
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Cost of independent living in Santa Clara, CA
The average cost of senior living in Santa Clara is 5,004 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milpitas, CA with an average of 3,695 per month.
Monthly average independent living cost comparisons
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- $5,004Santa Clara, CA
- $7,395
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Research services for seniors in Santa Clara, California
In Santa Clara, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
- Office of Veterans Services
- Santa Clara County Social Services
- Local elder care attorneys can be found on the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys’ Find A Lawyer database
Financial assistance
In Santa Clara, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
- Office of Veterans Services
- Santa Clara County Social Services
- Local elder care attorneys can be found on the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys’ Find A Lawyer database
Transportation
Santa Clara, California, is somewhat car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for some errands. Transit options in Santa Clara include bus services. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Santa Clara has robust biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.
Health care
Santa Clara offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals including O’Connor Hospital and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.
Senior activities
Santa Clara, California, is known for being the headquarters of technology companies, such as Intel, and home to Santa Clara University, the oldest university in California. Explore Intel Corp and Museum, California’s Great America, Triton Museum of art, and a variety of shopping, dining, entertainment, and more. Nature-loving seniors can stay active by strolling through Ulistac Natural Area or hitting the putting greens at Pruneridge Golf Club.
What is independent living?
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
- Nutritious meals and snacks
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Home maintenance and repairs
- Social activities and outings
Complete guide to independent living
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top rated independent living facilities near Santa Clara, California?
Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame, Cogir of Brentwood and Sagebrook Senior Living at San Francisco are the top rated independent living facilities near Santa Clara, California. See full list of communities.
How many independent living facilities are there near Santa Clara, California?
There are 48 independent living facilities near Santa Clara, California. See the full list.
What are the best independent living facilities in Santa Clara, California?
The best independent living facilities near you in Santa Clara, California are Atria Almaden, Atria Willow Glen, and Atria Sunnyvale. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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