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The cost of independent living in El Dorado County is about $4,754 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 147 options. Read 2678 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 Solstice at Auburn
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88 Floor plans available
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9.1
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I had a studio but it was on the first floor facing the courtyard so it felt spacious. the staff were amazing, called my by my name from the first day. the servers were great. very friendly and caring. it...
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.
Solstice Senior Living is a lovely independent senior living community, nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Mountains, located in the rustic and quaint city of Auburn. Located 45 minutes outside of Sacramento, we have all the benefits of small town living, a lovely old-town area with shops...
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9.0
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56 reviews
9.0
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56 reviews
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This place has been really good for both my parents. Especially because they were able to accommodate both of them to be able to live in the same apartment. They are extremely kind and respectful, and I...
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.
Welcome to Park Folsom retirement community living for seniors, where family is important. When your loved one moves into Park Folsom, your family becomes our family. We are committed to providing you the peace of mind in your decision to choose us, both for your loved one and for your family. We...
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9.0
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First of all everything here is spotless first class! We have a wonderful cottage and so far have been very happy with our experience. No place. is perfect and this one isn't either. There are things that I...
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.
Ansel Park Independent Living is redefining retirement.With tenured team members, weekly housekeeping and linen services, restaurant-quality dining, and on-site occupational and physical therapy, life has never been more convenient. Imagine the comfort of having all your needs met and numerous...
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9.0
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Atria has been good for my Mom. Transition is still difficult so questioning staff and directors about helping with that would have been helpful. I would recommend to others.
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.
Atria Grass Valley offers older adults a beautiful setting for maintenance-free living in historic Nevada County. Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, northeast of Sacramento, our community offers a lifestyle of choice with just the right amount of support, so residents can be...
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Overall it's been great! It's clean almost everyone there is really friendly and courteous. It's really a great place! My mom would like more outdoor space and I was hoping for more monitoring of food/water...
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.
A Unique Community & Setting... Brunswick Village is a senior living community in Grass Valley offering Independent and Assisted Living options-as well as a dedicated 'neighborhood' for persons with Alzheimer's. Our community is nestled in the foothills of the Sierras where beautiful...
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Photo of Meadow Oaks of Roseville
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The experience at the Meadows is like being at a luxury hotel. All kinds of fun activities. Came out for the Carnival which had ponies and prizes. The staff all are genuinely nice and caring. Have had such a...
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.
Meadow Oaks of Roseville is an assisted living and memory care community in Roseville, California. For more detailed information about amenities, features and services, or to schedule an appointment, please call us.
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Photo of Brookdale Auburn
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22 Floor plans available
8.8
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We spoke with Georgia from A Place For Mom and Chris at Brookdale Auburn. They were both fabulous! We felt stuck and they were able to help us immediately! We met with Chris on a Thursday and moved Dad into...
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.
Here you get to redefine your independence.With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. For memory care residents, we offer a program, also known as Clare Bridge, rooted in “a person-centered approach,” which means we help our residents find a sense...
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My dad has has been at Blossom Vale Senior Living for almost a year now, and from the very first day, we have had nothing but a wonderful experience . Over the past year, he has faced many different and...
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.
Experience the Best of Senior LivingNestled in beautiful Orangevale, California, you will discover a warm and welcoming assisted living community full of fascinating residents who wake up each morning inspired to make the most of their golden years. Without responsibilities like cooking, cleaning...
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Photo of Valage Senior Living at Carson Valley
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This is a fantastic location. The facility is fancy. Clean. Decorated. The suites/apartments are spacious and well designed. The staff really seam to like their jobs and happy to be there. When mom moved in,...
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.
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Photo of Golden Pond Retirement Community
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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My mother just moved into Golden Pond 2.5 months ago and has described living there as “lovely”. It’s a very friendly place to live. The staff are very attentive and the services are good. My mother rarely...
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.
Golden Pond was created to offer a very simple philosophy of service, to make life a little easier for seniors. We are known for our friendly, casual and home-like environment. Our Independent Living is often the perfect alternative for seniors who wish to enjoy an active, fulfilling life without...
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Photo of Gramercy Court
66 Photos available
8.6
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18 reviews
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The staff is pretty helpful and communicates promptly. They adapt to help Dad, even if it's not something in the manual. And BTW, dad's always been a picky eater. So him not liking things on the menu is...
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.
Nestled in the quiet ambiance of a residential neighborhood, Gramercy Court imposes a sight of urban living in Cape Cod. For the visitor, the intimacy of a small community strikes the eye and mind.Gramercy Court is comprised of a Skilled Nursing Facility with 120 licensed beds and a separate...
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Photo of Sierra Regency
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8.5
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30 reviews
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Overall perfect for what we needed for father. Outside landscaping could be kept better. Front is nice but the courts were not. Old decrepit benches along the sidewalk you can't sit on. People there were...
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.
Amid the tree filled beauty and serenity of Roseville, California, Sierra Regency since 1988 has blended sophisticated services with resort style ambiance as Placer County's Gated Luxury Retirement Community.  We are committed to offering affordable luxury living, security and peace of mind...
Photo of Rindle Ranch
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This place has been great for my brother! He has lots of activities to do during the day and shopping is very close. Also Sutter Pace picks up directly from here as well. The manager [name removed] and...
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.
Rindle Ranch is an active adult community conveniently located outside Sacramento, in Citrus Heights, California, 95621. Rindle Ranch residents enjoy more than just an apartment, we offer a lifestyle and sense of community unmatched in the area. Here you can live your best life at the right...
Photo of Winding Commons Senior Living
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My mom visited a couple of places in the area she wanted to live, and liked Winding Commons best because it isn’t too big, the residents and staff are friendly and the price fit her budget. The move 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.
Winding Commons Seniors Residence is Carmichael's premier 62+ senior living community. We offer gracious living with spacious one and two-bedroom floor plans, many overlooking lush grounds and lovely water features. There are lots of fun social activities and life-long learning programs for...
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Very friendly dinning staff, always welcoming family and guests in the dining room. Staff were reminding residents to participate in activities respectfully. Staff also supported outside medical appointments...
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.
Located just one mile from HWY 50, Sunrise of Fair Oaks is centrally located between El Dorado and Placer Counties. Nestled between oak trees on the corner of Hazel Ave. and Sunset Ave., residents enjoy the intimate and home like feel of Fair Oaks. We offer a large range of individualized...
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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Roseville
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I have been at Truewood for six years, and I have found it to be a comfortable, convenient, and safe place to live. The staff is warm and friendly. They concentrate on serving the Truewood residents and...
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.
Truewood by Merrill, Roseville provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Built on beautifully landscaped grounds in the quiet community of Roseville, you'll love our elegant facilities and the convenience of being centrally located between Reno, San Francisco and...
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The reason for the 5's. Is that I really like the staff and facility. Also, [name removed] liked it there also. If she needs to go back to a facility I see if they have an opening. Rooms are fairly good....
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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Photo of The Villas at Stanford Ranch
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This is a beautiful, exceptionally clean facility with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The residents genuinely looked happy, and it was wonderful to see so many smiling faces. The food is excellent and...
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.
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Photo of Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living
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They do honestly seem to care and are currently turning some things around to make it better overall, somewhat of an older facility. Lots of help with ALP/ALW (?) needs as well, but like most facilities 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.
At Oakwood Meadows you'll discover a small, intimate community with a warm and loving staff. Our beautiful single story community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Citrus Heights. Take a stroll in our attractive courtyard or along our beautiful walking trail. Enjoy...
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I would give them a 5. I was in property management for almost 20 years and my first impression was wonderful. The whole staff was very attentive and still is as we prepare mom to go back home. I wish she...
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.
Supportive independence is the Eskaton philosophy and practice of offering our residents the services and levels of care needed to remain as independent as possible. Eskaton Gold River offers a fresh approach to assisted living and memory are that supports the individuality of each resident while...
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We like that it was single story and their unit also has an exit to the outside. It's smaller and is more personable to the other residents and staff.
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.
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44 Floor plans available
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Upon moving in, I found out there was no parking. I waited 4 months for a parking space. No one told me prior. There's a cockroach problem, and they shut the water off too often, saying there's plumbing...
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 to The Atrium at Carmichael, a vibrant 55+ active adult apartment community located in the heart of beautiful Carmichael, California.Our pet-friendly community offers an unbeatable combination of excellent amenities and convenient features, all designed to help you enjoy a happy and...
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Absolutely amazing wonderful facility, they are there for you whenever you need them and it is more like a hotel, it is absolutely adorable
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.
Foothill Village is a warm, friendly, and active senior living community offering a full range of senior retirement accommodations and services. Our retirement village is ideally located in Historic Angels Camp, home of the Calaveras County Jumping Frog Jubilee. Foothill Village is nestled in...
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They need to keep the garden cleaner. But the faculty is really nice, great places to eat with family. They don't serve food anymore. Price is great for what you get. Maintenance guy is really nice and cares...
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.
Welcome to The Crest at Citrus Heights, an exceptional 55+ active adult apartment community located in the heart of Citrus Heights, California.Our community offers an unbeatable combination of excellent amenities and thoughtful features, all designed to help you enjoy a comfortable and carefree...
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It is a nice community. Everyone is kind, friendly, and helpful. The only thing I didn't like was when they had power outages they didn't notify family and as a result my father had a fall and was alone...
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.
Nestled amidst the scenic ridges above the historic town, Eskaton Village Placerville's 63-acre campus is thoughtfully designed to complement the beautiful countryside. The Lodge offers a range of options, including assisted living, memory care and short-term stays. Surrounding the Lodge are...
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Cost of independent living in El Dorado County, CA

The average cost of senior living in El Dorado County is $4,754 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson, CA with an average of $4,173 per month.

Independent living costs in El Dorado County, CA, vs. nearby counties

El Dorado County, CA
$4,754/mo

Independent living costs in El Dorado County, CA, vs. state and national averages

El Dorado County, CA
$4,754/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

Independent living costs in El Dorado County, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,421/mo
Independent Living
$4,754/mo

Independent living costs in El Dorado County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,595/mo
Studio
$4,363/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,172/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,628/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,868/mo

Senior living costs in El Dorado County 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: El Dorado County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEl Dorado County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,754/mo$4,776/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$4,432/mo$4,545/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$5,421/mo$5,550/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living
El Dorado County, CA:$4,754/mo
California:$4,776/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
El Dorado County, CA:$4,432/mo
California:$4,545/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
El Dorado County, CA:$5,421/mo
California:$5,550/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
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Independent living costs in El Dorado County, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in El Dorado County 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
El Dorado County, CA$3,405/mo$3,170/mo+7.4%
California$3,683/mo$3,629/mo+1.5%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
El Dorado County, CA
2024 average cost:$3,405/mo
2023 average cost:$3,170/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
California
2024 average cost:$3,683/mo
2023 average cost:$3,629/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in El Dorado County

Recent reviews for independent living in El Dorado County

WellQuest of Granite Bay

4.2
The newness of the facility really stood out to us along with the variety of unit sizes they had available and the meal service.

Eskaton Cameron Park

4.3
We would recommend Eskaton based on overall quality of care and relative value compared to alternatives. Relative good "bang for the buck".

The Chateau at Gardnerville

5.0
The staff team here has been great and I have no complaints. During the process of them reassessing my love one they have been very communicative and supportive. They do provide activities for residents to participate in to stimulate and engage themselves. My love on has home care people coming ...
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El Dorado County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Dorado County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in El Dorado County, 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 El Dorado County 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 El Dorado County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.9%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.8%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
38.9%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.1%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in El Dorado County 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 El Dorado County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
43.5%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.6%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
45.8%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.5%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Dorado County 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 El Dorado County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.9%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.8%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.6%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.2%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.3%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.6%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.3%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
53.4%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
32.8%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.9%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.1%
47.2%
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