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The cost of independent living in Castroville is about $5,603 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 159 options. Read 1526 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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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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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: 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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It is smaller than the community next door. It depends on the individual; however, they have been able to accommodate a friend of mine into this community. The staff's communication and proactiveness about...
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.
Carmelo Park is a lively, family owned and operated assisted living community nestled in the hillside overlooking old town Monterey, Monterey County, California. For over 20 years, Carmelo Park has provided a spirited social environment within a serene and peaceful assisted living setting....
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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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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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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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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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.
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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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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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...
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: 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.
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.
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.
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It seemed fine. My uncle went in here for rehab, got better and got out of there so that's great. Everything was good. They were nice and good at communicating.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Castroville, CA

The average cost of senior living in Castroville is $5,603 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hollister, CA with an average of $3,818 per month.

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

Castroville, CA
$5,603/mo
$4,500/mo

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

Castroville, CA
$5,603/mo
U.S. national average
$4,143/mo

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

$6,203/mo
Independent Living
$5,603/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,208/mo
Studio
$7,606/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,539/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,896/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,328/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Castroville over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Castroville

Recent reviews for independent living in Castroville

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

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The is was a very good community for tracks my husband I brought there while we moved in from Boston to California, and I needed to have him be in a safe place, and that certainly was the case. So now it's important for him to be able to be back home again.

Sunrise of Sunnyvale

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I took a tour with [name removed] , what a sweetheart. She was professional, knowledgeable and represented the company well. I am looking a ways out, but defiantly my first choice. I was very impressed. They also have a great Asian infused menu.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and approachable nature of the staff at various communities, including Atria Evergreen Valley, Westmont of Morgan Hill, and Atria Willow Glen, where residents and their families feel comfortable and at ease.
Reasonable pricing and value for money. Several reviews highlight the affordability of communities like Westmont of Milpitas, Holiday Warburton Place, and BridgePoint at Los Altos, where residents and their families find the cost to be reasonable for the services and amenities provided.
Convenient access to activities. Residents appreciate the variety of activities offered at communities such as Dominican Oaks, Merrill Gardens at Gilroy, and Atria Willow Glen, which cater to different interests and abilities, allowing them to stay engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities like Westmont of Morgan Hill, Westmont of Milpitas, and BridgePoint at Los Altos, with residents expressing satisfaction with the tidiness of their living spaces and common areas.
Flexible meal options and quality dining. Communities like Atria Willow Glen, Merrill Gardens at Gilroy, and Holiday Warburton Place offer a range of meal choices and accommodations to cater to residents' dietary preferences and restrictions, resulting in enjoyable dining experiences.
Communication and collaboration with families. Many reviews emphasize the importance of clear and consistent communication between communities and families, as seen at Holiday Warburton Place, BridgePoint at Los Altos, and Merrill Gardens at Gilroy, where families feel informed and involved in their loved one's care.
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Castroville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Castroville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Castroville, 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 Castroville 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 Castroville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Castroville, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.7%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.1%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.4%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.6%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.4%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Castroville 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 Castroville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.4%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.1%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Castroville 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 Castroville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.8%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.6%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.1%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.8%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
15.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Atria Willow Glen and The Cottages of Carmel are the top-rated independent living facilities near Castroville, California. See full list of communities.

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