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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Fairmead, CA
The cost of independent living in Fairmead is about $3,162 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 144 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Merced, Madera and Biola.
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99 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
44 reviews
Everyone has been very responsive to questions or situations. I am always kept advised about my mom and what is going on. I highly recommend The Hampshire to others looking.
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 Hampshire is built on beautiful grounds in the green heart of California's agricultural Central Valley, you'll love the graceful elegance and friendliness of your new home. We're just minutes from shopping, dining, healthcare and wonderful regional entertainment.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review score
29 reviews
Just this past December, I needed to find a place for my Dad as he could no longer live alone. I had done my research and visited MANY different senior living facilities ranging from Madera all the way to...
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.
Situated in the Central Valley of California, Cogir of Cedar Creek is a senior living home providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Surrounded by green grass and full trees, the care home features a safe comforting homelike environment. Cogir of Cedar Creek’s team aims to...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
17 reviews
The facility offers a lot of fun activities, and the staff is kind and caring. Of special note is the food. The menu is different every week, and the food and desserts are delicious!
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.
Park Merced is an assisted living community in the beautiful area of Merced, California. It is within a residential neighborhood located just outside San Francisco, providing you with easy access to parks, water activities, entertainment and much more. You'll choose from several floor plans and...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.8
Review score
54 reviews
My aunt wanted to move back to California to be near family. She is 89 years old and very picky and wants things done her way. Pacifica’s employees always try to satisfy her requests but not always as fast...
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.
Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Merced, a beautifully appointed senior living community that elevates assisted living, memory care, and respite care to a new standard of excellence.Offering affordable fees for our Heartland™ Assisted Living and Legacies™ Memory Care programs, Pacifica Senior...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Fairmead, CA
The average cost of senior living in Fairmead is $3,162 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include University of California-Merced, CA with an average of $2,515 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fairmead, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Fairmead
Recent reviews for independent living in Fairmead
Cogir of Cedar Creek in Madera, CA
5.0
When I arrived here at Cedar Creek, I was diagnoses with stage 4 Parkinson. I have lived here for over 10 years I have enjoyed every day. I am now stage 1-2. I am a president of resident council, ambassador and gold keg
Park Merced
4.9
Park Merced was a great help to our family in helping us with mom. Mom's room had an awful smell around the bathroom and we could never find the source. Staff is super awesome and did everything they can for us or our mom. Staff was great getting mom her medication and cleaning mom. Mom was ...
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The Hampshire in Merced, CA
5.0
I'm on kidney dialysis and potatoes is not many list and on the food. Menu is lots of potatoes is there something else that can take its place pasta, and no MSG
Fairmead independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairmead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairmead, 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 Fairmead 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 Fairmead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairmead, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairmead 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 Fairmead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairmead, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairmead 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 Fairmead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairmead, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Hampshire, Cogir of Cedar Creek and Park Merced are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fairmead, California. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Fairmead, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Fairmead, California is Cogir of Cedar Creek. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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