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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sanitarium, CA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 208 independent living facilities in Sanitarium, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Acacia Glen Senior Apartments
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My in laws are doing very well, they are very happy living at Acacia Glen Apartments. They have made many friends and enjoy many of the activities organized by management and other residents. It's a huge...
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.
Acacia Glen is a recently built forty-one unit apartment complex for active, independent seniors.  Acacia Glen is designed for discerning senior citizens who desire high quality living with enhanced interior design features. For medical and dental care you couldn't ask for a more convenient...
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On activities, there are activities available, but my mother has chosen not to engage. That could change, but I can't speak to the quality of the activities. Based on the experience we have had so far, we...
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.
Sycamore Hills by the Bay apartments is the San Francisco Bay Area's newest apartment community for the 55+ senior! Sycamore Hills By the Bay is located in Hercules, CA, and offers convenient access to pubic transportation, shopping, and dining.
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I feel very happy that I had her there. They excellent cared of her in every way. She was always clean, neat, comfortable, and well cared for. The staff was kind. and I visited her regularly, so she received...
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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Food. Attention to detail. My Mom could not use silverware, yet when I came by one day at lunch time she had a bowl of soup in front of her. Quality of care. My Mom fell the first two nights she was there....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
The Lodge at Piner Road is Santa Rosa's newest assisted living and memory care community. We will offer 3 meals daily, all utilities (except phone), Wi-Fi, cable TV, weekly housekeeping, linen service, laundry service, scheduled transportation and a full-time activities program. We are located...
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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
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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.
Photo of Spring Lake Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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: 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.
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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.
Varenna, one of the nations most luxurious retirement communities offering five-star services and amenities with a continuum of care in the heart of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County's wine country. You will find an inviting, supportive and active resort lifestyle, located on 30 acres of exceptional...
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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.
Varenna is a premier retirement community situated on a lush 29-acre campus. Developed by Oakmont Senior Living, Varenna provides quality, comfort and a continuum of care with five-star services and amenities. Here, an active lifestyle promotes independence which is enhanced by an array of...
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.
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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: 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.
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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.
Photo of Bella Vista Village
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Sanitarium, CA

The average cost of senior living in Sanitarium is $4,924 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clearlake, CA with an average of $3,181 per month.

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

Sanitarium, CA
$4,924/mo
$4,841/mo

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

Sanitarium, CA
$4,924/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

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

$5,518/mo
Independent Living
$4,924/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,117/mo
Studio
$5,550/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,741/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,803/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,495/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sanitarium over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sanitarium

Recent reviews for independent living in Sanitarium

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.

Carlton Senior Living Concord

5.0
The facility is very nice, close to stores, shops, parks & movie theatre. Lots of good restaurants near by. However, food is provided here, sometimes people like to go out to a restaurant. They have a lot of activities to do, a nice variety.

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

Sanitarium independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sanitarium independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sanitarium, 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 Sanitarium 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 Sanitarium 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
21.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sanitarium 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 Sanitarium communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sanitarium, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
38.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sanitarium 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 Sanitarium offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sanitarium, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
43.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
24.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.2%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Greenhills Care Home, The Heritage Downtown and Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sanitarium, California. See full list of communities.

There are 208 independent living facilities near Sanitarium, California. See the full list.

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

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