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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ashland, CA

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The cost of independent living in Ashland is about $5,794 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 72 options. Read 1070 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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Photo of Waters Edge Lodge
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Waters Edge Lodge is family owned and operated Assisted Living and Senior Living community nestled in a unique and peaceful setting on the lagoon of Harbor Bay. The Lodge is part of AEC Living, which has cared for seniors for over 50 years in Alameda and the East Bay.Our apartments provide a warm...
Photo of The Paloma at Oakland Hills
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
Nestled in the hills of Union City overlooking the San Francisco Bay, the Pavilion at the Masonic Homes is a brand-new residence for seniors dealing with memory loss or requiring assistance with day-to-day activities. Surrounded by lush greenery and bay views, and with expert caregivers available...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Just minutes from Danville and Walnut Creek, this is the home you’ve been looking for -- a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Nested among beautifully aged trees in a quiet neighborhood, most apartments offer a private balcony or patio- many with views of our enchanted gardens or...
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My mother and I were looking at several places and this facility has numerous key factors. The leader of the place is very organized, very professional, and she was leading a great staff. All the nurses and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Ashland, CA

The average cost of senior living in Ashland is $5,794 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Miguel, CA with an average of $5,434 per month.

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

Ashland, CA
$5,794/mo
$5,813/mo

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

Ashland, CA
$5,794/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

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

$6,526/mo
Independent Living
$5,794/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,547/mo
Studio
$5,572/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,609/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,150/mo

Senior living costs in Ashland 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: Ashland, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAshland, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,794/mo$4,701/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$5,076/mo$4,506/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,526/mo$5,464/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Ashland, CA:$5,794/mo
California:$4,701/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Ashland, CA:$5,076/mo
California:$4,506/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Ashland, CA:$6,526/mo
California:$5,464/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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Independent living costs in Ashland, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ashland 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 Ashland, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ashland 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ashland, CA$3,404/mo$3,288/mo+3.5%
California$3,692/mo$3,585/mo+3.0%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Ashland, CA
2024 average cost:$3,404/mo
2023 average cost:$3,288/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,585/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ashland

Recent reviews for independent living in Ashland

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.

Atria Park of Lafayette

5.0
All 5 stars. Atria Park of Lafayette is an excellent place. The caregivers were proactive in managing my moms medicines, all staff were very communicative with my family about my moms care. I would definitely recommend them to others looking.

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and supportive community environment. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at the communities, with residents making new friends and feeling at home. At Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, the staff's genuine care and attentiveness contribute to a sense of family for residents, while at The Heritage Downtown, t ...
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High-quality dining experiences. Residents consistently praise the food at their communities, with excellent meals and a variety of menu options available. At Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, the chef accommodates residents' dietary restrictions and preferences, while at Cardinal Point CCRC, residents participate in a culina ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer a range of activities for residents to encourage socializing and staying active. At Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, residents enjoy activities such as movies, music programs, exercise classes, and games, while The Heritage Downtown offers bocce ball practice and gardening c ...
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Well-maintained and thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with newly renovated rooms featuring modern and inviting designs. At Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, residents appreciate the quiet air conditioning units and radiant heating systems in their apartments, while The Heritage Downtown ...
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Attentive and compassionate staff. Staff members are praised for their attentiveness, empathy, and dedication to residents' needs. At Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, the friendly and caring nature of the staff helps create a supportive environment for residents, while The Heritage Downtowns staff are described as knowledgeabl ...
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Access to essential services and amenities. Communities offer convenient access to essential services and amenities, including medical facilities, shopping, and transportation. At Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, residents are located near three major medical facilities and BART, while The Heritage Downtown offers convenient access to ...
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Ashland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashland, 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 Ashland 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 Ashland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ashland, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
29.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashland 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 Ashland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ashland, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ashland 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 Ashland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ashland, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Bellara Senior Living, Ivy Park at Hayward and Bethesda Christian Retirement Center are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ashland, California. See full list of communities.
There are 72 independent living facilities near Ashland, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ashland, California are The Heritage Downtown, Sunrise of Danville and Sunrise of Sunnyvale. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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