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It is a very nice place to live - beautiful apartment! The staff and people who live here are very warm and friendly. The administrative staff are efficient and friendly. Activities here are its weak area....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Vintage Court Senior Apartments more than deserves this five star review. At the forefront of this stellar community is manager [name removed], leasing manager [name removed], and maintenance lead [name...
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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Mom is in memory care at Fremont Hills. I cannot say enough about the staff and care givers. Everyone is so kind, caring and patient with mom and our family. The thing I like about Fremont Hills is that the...
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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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.
Capitola ManorCapitola Manor is a uniquely beautiful and welcoming assisted living community nestled within Santa Cruz, CA. The landscaped community has much to offer in the way of being a home away from home. Trees and shrubs surround the property, which gives way to a peaceful and quiet setting...
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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.
The Chateau Guest Home is a quaint assisted living community located in the bustling city of Santa Cruz, CA. Santa Cruz is a beautiful seaside community with a lot of great amenities. It is also a tourist destination, making it an ideal location for an assisted living community, and that's why...
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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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I've lived here for two years and I am very pleased with my life here. The community is very friendly and supportive. There are many activities offered here to keep our bodies and minds busy. Many of the...
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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.
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Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc.Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc. is an assisted living community that is located in the town of Soquel, CA. Soquel is located in the Santa Cruz area. Living in Soquel you definitely get the small town feel but are still close enough to the big city lifestyle of the Santa Cruz...
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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.
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: 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.
Valley Heights, a privately owned “Apartment Community” for Independent Seniors, provides accommodation and services to meet the needs and expectations of active seniors. Valley Heights provides services that eliminate the time consuming tasks of everyday life. Our clean, spacious apartments come...
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WHEN VISITING MY GRANDFATHER I WAS GREETED WITH A SMILE AND WAS DELIGHTED TO SEE HOW CLEAN THE FACILITY WAS. EVERYONE I PASSED HAD A SMILE AND WAS SUPER NICE MY GRANDFATHER LOOKED SO HAPPY AND WAS ENJOYING...
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.
Montecito Manor Montecito Manor is an assisted living community located in the scenic mountainside town of Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California. This residence is a specialized memory care center for seniors living with dementia and Alzheimer's. The center is near Flodberg Park and several...
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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: 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.
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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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.
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, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Opal Cliffs, CA

The average cost of senior living in Opal Cliffs is $5,451 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Juan Bautista, CA with an average of $4,016 per month.

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

Opal Cliffs, CA
$5,451/mo
$5,407/mo

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

Opal Cliffs, CA
$5,451/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

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

$6,125/mo
Independent Living
$5,451/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,260/mo
Studio
$7,103/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,131/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,127/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,770/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Opal Cliffs over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Opal Cliffs

Recent reviews for independent living in Opal Cliffs

Sunrise of San Mateo

5.0
I had a wonderful experience meeting [name removed] and [name removed] . They are so kind and comforting. I also met the the nurse [name removed] . Overall I had such a positive experience meeting staff and other residents. There were so many people out in the Bistro room. Looked very ...
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Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA

5.0
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 .

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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Opal Cliffs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Opal Cliffs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Opal Cliffs, 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 Opal Cliffs 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 Opal Cliffs 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
11.9%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
27.4%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.8%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Opal Cliffs 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 Opal Cliffs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.9%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
24.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Opal Cliffs 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 Opal Cliffs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.9%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.4%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.8%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47%
Dances
Dances
17.4%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.8%
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Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Sunrise of San Mateo are the top-rated independent living facilities near Opal Cliffs, California. See full list of communities.

There are 262 independent living facilities near Opal Cliffs, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Opal Cliffs, California are Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Westmont of Morgan Hill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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