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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Cottonwood, CA

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The cost of independent living in Cottonwood is about $4,080 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 72 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 Oakmont of Redding
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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.
Oakmont of Redding is an exceptional retirement community with peaceful views of a nearby river and close proximity to the breathtaking Mount Lassen and Mount Shasta. Let us serve you with our industry-renowned dining and endless on-site amenities. Enjoy fine living with nearby shopping, fine...
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8.0
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My mom passed away. The people at A Brand New Day were great.! Staff were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Kept us informed. cared about their clients. Rooms were nice and clean. They were fine with us...
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.
A Brand New Day is licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly by the California Department of Social Services located in a quiet neighborhood in Redding, California. Our license number is 455001567. We are authorized to care for a maximum of 26 individuals and offer private and...
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This was a very good experience for the family and our loved one. The staff were very caring, and had great patience towards the residents needs. [name removed] was very good with our loved one, and was...
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.
Located in the city of Redding, which is situated in Northern California, just south of Lake Shasta, nestled between the Cascades and the Trinity Alps. With its natural beauty, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Redding successfully combines the ambiance of a...
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The staff are very patient and Brenda is always willing to help make things better. The community seems to be clean and kept up. My mother-in-law is still transitioning into the wholesome meals but others...
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.
Quiet Waters is a non-smoking, family-owned and operated facility with the goal of helping seniors maintain their independence in a home-like setting. We offer private studios and two-room units. Each unit has both an interior and a private exterior entrance and patio. Each bedroom's closet comes...
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Uncle Ray feels like he has a brand new extended family. His physical and mental health has literally increased in such a short time. He loves the menu, the people who care for him, and the level of care...
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.
A Touch of Heaven is located in Redding, California. Our 26-bed facility is known for its friendly, inviting staff and community, in addition to the wonderful amenities that we provide. Our community amenities include friendly pets, a professional hair stylist ready whenever you need as well as...
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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, 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.
Opening Soon!     Redding's newest Assisted Living & Memory Care Community is scheduled to open fall 2007. The Vistas Assisted Living & Memory Care is situated on 4.4 beautifully landscaped acres, and is located on the corner of Heritagetown Drive and Hartnell, in Redding,...
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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.
Lakewood Christian Homecare offers a warm and uplifting homelike setting. This bright and cheerful Christian home environment provides professional, nurturing caregivers around the clock for both ambulatory and transfer dependent residents. Three comfortable and elegantly furnished living areas...
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Cost of independent living in Cottonwood, CA

The average cost of senior living in Cottonwood is $4,080 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Girvan, CA with an average of $3,985 per month.

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

Cottonwood, CA
$4,080/mo
$4,080/mo

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

Cottonwood, CA
$4,080/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,750/mo
Independent Living
$4,080/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,895/mo
Studio
$5,427/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,533/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,225/mo

Senior living costs in Cottonwood 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: Cottonwood, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCottonwood, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,080/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,222/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,750/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Cottonwood, CA:$4,080/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Cottonwood, CA:$4,222/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Cottonwood, CA:$4,750/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Cottonwood, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cottonwood 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
Cottonwood, CA$2,715/mo$2,738/mo-0.8%
California$3,285/mo$3,145/mo+4.4%
National$2,857/mo$2,812/mo+1.6%
Cottonwood, CA
2024 average cost:$2,715/mo
2023 average cost:$2,738/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
California
2024 average cost:$3,285/mo
2023 average cost:$3,145/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$2,857/mo
2023 average cost:$2,812/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in Cottonwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Cottonwood

A Touch of Heaven in Redding, CA

4.0
It's worked out quite well, actually. With what they've got they are doing the best they can. For the price and the quality of care we are really happy with them. It's a good balance with the quality for the price. Aesthetics aren't everything.

River Commons Senior Living in Redding, CA

4.0
I would tell others to not hesitate in placing a senior family member or friend here. They are very friendly, very well organized, and very well staffed. They go out of their way to try to make accommodations for anything you might need. The apartments are very well maintained. My loved ...
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Oakdale Heights Assisted Living in Redding, CA

4.6
We have not had a meal there ourselves but when we speak to our loved ones they seem to be pretty happy with the food and dining service. Our loved ones have yet to participate in the activities but from what we can see they seem great. It is a small enough community which makes it feel very ...
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Cottonwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cottonwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cottonwood, 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 Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cottonwood, CANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cottonwood, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cottonwood, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.4%
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