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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Benicia, CA

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The cost of independent living in Benicia is about $5,573 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 25 options. Read 373 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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1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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80 reviews
9.9
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80 reviews
5 star
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9%
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I moved in 4 months ago. Admittedly, I have not attended on all the activities, but to the extend I did, here is my opinion: staff: wonderful, attentive and warm. Environment: nice, tidy, and clean,...
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.
The Heritage Downtown offers active Senior Living within walking distance of the Broadway shopping center and amenities in the heart of Walnut Creek. Enjoy the beautiful swimming pool and sparkling spa, beautiful views from a luxury apartment home. Choose from a variety of floor plans, including...
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44 Floor plans available
Pricing promotions expiring soon
9.6
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68 reviews
9.6
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68 reviews
5 star
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Cagir, Vallejo is a beautiful location and facility. My mom has been a resident for over a year and the staff there are impressive and the facility is always clean and decorated beautifully. Whether asking...
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.
As you approach Cogir of Vallejo Hills, you’ll catch a glimpse of white roses, bright trees, and a beautiful view of Vallejo’s rolling hills. The shingle-style community design is accompanied by stone walking paths, a trickling water fountain, and a mesmerizing courtyard to help round out the...
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9.4
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24 reviews
9.4
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24 reviews
5 star
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Like any large caregiving community, care isn't 100% but close. The staff are very caring, treat the residents like family and Management treats their employees well updating care plans as needed. When I...
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.
Vista Prado is a secured community specializing in Memory Care assisted living services. Under new ownership, Vista Prado is in the heart of vibrant Vallejo, California and recently underwent a major multi-phase renovation to enhance and upgrade every aspect of community living including interior...
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1111 Floor plans available
9.4
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21 reviews
9.4
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From day one the staff has been very friendly and accommodating. The facility is beautiful, food is very good, and a lovely garden patio area. Many activities available every day. Would highly recommend...
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.
Oakmont of Concord is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with beautiful views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Enjoy Concord’s natural wonders through its extensive park system and close proximity to the breathtaking Markham Nature Park and...
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2222 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.2
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38 reviews
9.2
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38 reviews
5 star
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I found it very helpful that their staff was able to respond to my questions regarding my family member. They were always friendly and accommodating.
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.
Truewood by Merrill, Pinole provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Perched atop hills overlooking San Francisco bay, you'll love our beautiful views, magnificent facilities and caring staff. Residents also appreciate the convenience of living in a community just...
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33 Floor plans available
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9.1
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53 reviews
9.1
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Always pleasant and kind with great knowledge and experience in all areas of elderly care. Mom is safe as she lives out her life in comfort and care.
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.
Approaching Cogir of North Bay, you’ll see a vibrant Spanish-style community surrounded by delightful touches of nature. The community boasts stunning views that overlook the Mare Island Straits, Napa River, and Lake Chabot. Situated near expansive parks, residents have a variety of nature...
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9.1
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19 reviews
9.1
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I visited a friend here and felt reassured that my friend has been well taken care because of the interactions I had with the staff. They were friendly, energetic, and genuinely interested in knowing each...
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.
Ivy Park at Glen Cove is where comfort meets community and every day feels a little brighter. Tucked into the heart of Glen Cove, this beautifully designed senior living community blends modern style with the warm, welcoming spirit of home. Residents enjoy spacious apartments, inviting common...
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55 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.7
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46 reviews
8.7
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46 reviews
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3 star
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Facility is clean. Nice courtyard. Most of the caregivers are very kind and attentive. The activities director is amazing. The nurse practitioners have changed 3 times in the year that my mom has been there...
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.
Pinole Senior Village is a 72-unit residential care community for seniors with two distinct assisted living communities. Both communities offer choice of accommodations, meals, and senior focused activity programs. The Terrace, with 41 spacious studios, offers a variety of personal care services,...
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They are doing great! Everything is going along just fine. They are very helpful. They are very forthcoming. There have been a few little hiccups and instantly when we brought it up, they were jolly on the...
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.
The tremendous quality of life you will find at Oakwood Senior Home — Vallejo is owed more than anything else to our dedicated staff members and the superior care and services they provide. At Oakwood Senior Home you are assured of the care, respect and enjoyment you deserve. When you choose...
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I have been very impressed with the friendliness, quality of food, cleanliness, and the speed at which a repair gets done . Most importantly, my mother is extremely happy living here!
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.
A vibrant lifestyle is what you’ll experience at Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill. We are an award winning senior independent, assisted living community designed with grace and style. It’s easy to make new friends with residents, family and staff at the many social gatherings and fabulous...
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Photo of Carlton Senior Living Concord
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Even though the activities are quite my style they do have a ton of different things for the residents to take advantage of. It had been a positive experience so far and I would recommend the Carlton Senior...
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.
Chateau on Broadway is a lively, activity filled independent living senior community that provides plenty of opportunities to enjoy laughs, fun and life with new friends. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. Residents enjoy a contemporary, urban setting with beautifully landscaped grounds that...
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5 on all questions. They provided great care and were always professional. Yes, we would recommend Greenhills Care Home to other families based on the experience so far and already have several times to...
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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8.5
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8.5
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Many special people there. I chose it for me it was close to my work at the time and [name removed] is a nice town. The manager [name removed]is excellent and the maintenance people are very responsive...
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.
We are a senior community for those who are the age of 62 or better. We are a market rate community located in Hercules, California, in a very convenient location with easy access to Highway 80 and Highway 4. We are very close to shopping, parks and recreation.
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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.
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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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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 Benicia, CA

The average cost of senior living in Benicia is $5,573 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Suisun City, CA with an average of $4,942 per month.

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

Benicia, CA
$5,573/mo
$5,513/mo
$5,508/mo

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

Benicia, CA
$5,573/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$6,116/mo
Independent Living
$5,573/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,731/mo
Studio
$5,454/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,997/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,170/mo

Senior living costs in Benicia 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: Benicia, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBenicia, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,573/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,690/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,116/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Benicia, CA:$5,573/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Benicia, CA:$4,690/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Benicia, CA:$6,116/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Benicia, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Benicia 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
Benicia, CA$3,369/mo$3,121/mo+7.9%
California$3,707/mo$3,631/mo+2.1%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Benicia, CA
2024 average cost:$3,369/mo
2023 average cost:$3,121/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
California
2024 average cost:$3,707/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Benicia

Recent reviews for independent living in Benicia

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

Welcoming and friendly staff. Reviews from Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living, Truewood by Merrill, Pinole, and Cogir of North Bay Senior Living praise the kindness and friendliness of the staff in their communities. Residents often remark on the warm and welcoming atmosphere that the staff creates, making it easier ...
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Varied activities and social engagement. Reviews for Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living, Cogir of North Bay Senior Living, and Oakmont of Montecito highlight the wide range of activities that their communities offer. Residents appreciate the opportunity to socialize, connect with others, and pursue new hobbies and interests.
Beautifully maintained facilities. Many residents express their satisfaction with the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, as mentioned in reviews for Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living, Truewood by Merrill, Pinole, and The Heritage Downtown. Renovations and updates are regularly mentioned as well.
Delicious and accommodating meals. According to reviews from Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living, Truewood by Merrill, Pinole, and The Heritage Downtown, the meals provided by their communities are a major factor in their overall satisfaction. Residents enjoy the quality and variety of the food, and appreciate the accommod ...
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Access to transportation and care. Reviews for Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living and Ivy Park at Glen Cove mention the importance of reliable transportation and care services in their communities. Residents appreciate the convenience and peace of mind that comes with having these services readily available.
Personalized attention and care. Residents at Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living and Cogir of North Bay Senior Living share their appreciation for the individualized attention they receive from their communities' staff. They feel valued and cared for, with staff members going above and beyond to meet their needs.
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Benicia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Benicia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Benicia, 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 Benicia 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 Benicia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Benicia, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Benicia 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 Benicia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Benicia, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Benicia 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 Benicia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Benicia, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
45%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
46.4%
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