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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Tehachapi, CA

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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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My mom has been at Hallmark over a year. (She has mid-stage dementia.) We have been very happy with everything (for the most part). All staff have always been very friendly & accommodating to both me and my...
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.
Since 1986, the owners of Hallmark have built their reputation for providing outstanding care in a safe and inviting environment. Our network of assisted living facilities is designed to provide a comfortable alternative to traditional nursing home care. For years, nursing homes have been the...
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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: 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: 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.
Burlington is an assisted living community located in the Southern Sierra Nevada Mountains of Wofford, California. The area is known for its phenomenal outdoor activities, from fly fishing and jet skiing to camping and hiking. If you listen close, you will hear the gentle sounds of the river that...
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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: 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
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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.
Welcome home to FountainGlen at Valencia, an apartment community designed especially for the active lifestyle of individuals 55 years of age and better. Nestled amongst the rolling hills and majestic mountains of the Santa Clarita Valley, this community offers the convenience of city life with...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Tehachapi, CA

The average cost of senior living in Tehachapi is $3,632 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bear Valley Springs, CA with an average of $2,612 per month.

Independent living costs in Tehachapi, CA, vs. nearby cities

Tehachapi, CA
$3,632/mo
$3,563/mo

Independent living costs in Tehachapi, CA, vs. state and national averages

Tehachapi, CA
$3,632/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Tehachapi, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,082/mo
Independent Living
$3,632/mo

Independent living costs in Tehachapi, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,770/mo
Studio
$4,775/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,427/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,373/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,936/mo

Senior living costs in Tehachapi vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Tehachapi, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTehachapi, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,632/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$2,948/mo$4,369/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,082/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Tehachapi, CA:$3,632/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Tehachapi, CA:$2,948/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Tehachapi, CA:$4,082/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Tehachapi, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Tehachapi and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Tehachapi, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Tehachapi have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Tehachapi, CA$2,967/mo$2,856/mo+3.9%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Tehachapi, CA
2024 average cost:$2,967/mo
2023 average cost:$2,856/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Tehachapi

Recent reviews for independent living in Tehachapi

Oakmont of Valencia

5.0
We've had a great experience at Oakmont of Valenicia. It is like the Cadillac of facilities (and we've seen quite a few). We feel like Mom is getting excellent care there.

Ivy Park at Seven Oaks in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
I do recommend this alternative living residence. Ivy Park has all levels of living assistance. It is a well kept facility and the staff have been great. The facility was very well kept and the staff was very helpful in directing us to Veteran funding we did not know about.

Pinewood Glen Retirement in Bakersfield, CA

4.5
[name removed], the manager is wonderful!! The units are clean and the staff is quite nice. [name removed]s is an absolute asset and we would recommend Pinewood Glen Retirement community to other families.

Tehachapi independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tehachapi independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tehachapi, 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 Tehachapi 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 Tehachapi partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tehachapi, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Tehachapi 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 Tehachapi communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tehachapi, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tehachapi 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 Tehachapi offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.6%
47%
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Holiday Rancho Village, Brookdale Riverwalk and Magnolia Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tehachapi, California. See full list of communities.
There are 48 independent living facilities near Tehachapi, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Tehachapi, California are Holiday Rancho Village and Brookdale Riverwalk. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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