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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Farmington, CA

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The cost of independent living in Farmington is about $3,689 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options.

Read 96 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Modesto, Manteca and Lodi.

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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Modesto
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66 Floor plans available
9.8
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Truewood is beautifully kept. My mother enjoys participating in bingo, crafts and chair Zumba. She also participates in their weekly outings. She says the food is good and appreciates the chef personally...
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, Modesto provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Nestled in the north end of San Joaquin Valley, you'll look forward to enjoying perfect weather most of the year at Truewood by Merrill, Modesto. We're conveniently close to Modesto, a charming...
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9.8
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42 reviews
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I would have to say our experience with Stratford at Beyer Park has been very positive from the initial inquiry, my mom's move in, our interactions with all the staff, cleanliness, and the spacious studio...
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.
Located in Modesto, California, The Stratford at Beyer Park sets the standard for Assisted Living by providing assistance with housing, personalized supportive services, and health-related care, we help preserve your loved one's dignity and independence. We will handle the housekeeping chores,...
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9.5
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31 reviews
9.5
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31 reviews
5 star
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It's a small facility, with 50 residents total, of assisted living separate and the memory care villa. It was the first and oldest hospital in Oakdale designed like a Spanish style villa, one story with clay...
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 Astoria Oakdale, we’re dedicated to treating people like family.This is at the heart of what we do, and has been our company's highest goal for nearly 35 years! For us, it's a joy and privilege to hear our residents’ life stories, see their smiles and share life together.Our community is home...
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Photo of Manteca Assisted Living and Memory Care
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9.2
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31 reviews
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[name removed] is so very special and makes everybody feel good. It's a blessing to me and my wife being here. All of the staff here at assisted living memory care so very excellent and we thank all for...
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.
Manteca Assisted Living is ideally located across from Diamond Oaks Park, where residents can enjoy picnic lunches and barbecues while watching families enjoy the playground, baseball fields, and basketball courts.Our community offers a selection of 114 villa apartments, including studio,...
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8 reviews
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Strict guidelines for medication administered recorded on a chart. Old facility that has been completely upgraded with fresh paint, marble bathrooms, remodeled kitchen, etc. Small number of clients. Food:...
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.
Our assisted-living facility provides 24/7 residential care and supervision for older adults who require support with daily living. Services include assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and medication management. We provide...
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8.5
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Belmare Senior Living has exceeded our expectations. The building is beautiful, the staff and residents are wonderful, and there is always something fun happening, including live music and engaging...
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 The Commons at Union Ranch
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.0
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23 reviews
7.0
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Overall, fantastic place! I would place my mom and would have kept her there if we could afford it. [price removed] a month has become way out of our league. Awesome place though.
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 Commons at Union Ranch, located in beautiful Manteca, California, is an excellent senior living community, which focuses on enhancing quality of life, while providing residents with caring assistance and companionship. As our loved ones age, there comes a time when it may be necessary to...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
Photo of Delta at the Portside
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.
Casa Del Sol is a caring retirement community where seniors are able to live their lives as they see fit. We have apartments that are appointed just as they would be anywhere else, and this is perfect for the senior who wants to keep living their life. However, you're not alone because the...
Photo of Manteca Manor
99 Photos available
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Farmington, CA

The average cost of senior living in Farmington is $3,689 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Modesto, CA with an average of $3,512 per month.

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

Farmington, CA
$3,689/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,052/mo
Independent Living
$3,689/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,330/mo
Studio
$3,326/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,487/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,292/mo

Senior living costs in Farmington 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: Farmington, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFarmington, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,689/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,442/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,052/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Farmington, CA:$3,689/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Farmington, CA:$5,442/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Farmington, CA:$7,052/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Farmington, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Farmington 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 average 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
Farmington, CA$3,713/mo$3,601/mo+3.1%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Farmington, CA
2024 average cost:$3,713/mo
2023 average cost:$3,601/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
California
2024 average cost:$3,916/mo
2023 average cost:$3,864/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Farmington

Recent reviews for independent living in Farmington

Pacific Heights Villas in Stockton, CA

4.7
I am very happy with this complex and it is very nice, a few little improvements. I do get to cook for myself. They have a nice security gate. They have a nice pool area to enjoy in the summer months. I like that it is a secure community to live in and I have told others about how happy I am ...
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Stacie's Chalet - Modesto

4.9
We moved my mother to the memory care wing here on July 10th. I have been exceptionally happy with every aspect of the facility and staff. The food is very good and nutritious with fresh vegetables and fruit regularly. The staff are compassionate and kind and treat the residents like family. I ...
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Balance Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lodi, CA

5.0
Very nice community. Visited a friend recently and they are loving their time here. Everything was very clean and well kept. The staff was very friendly to me and my wife. I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a place for their loved one.

Farmington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Farmington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Farmington, 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 Farmington 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 Farmington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Farmington, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
34.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Farmington 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 Farmington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Farmington, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Farmington 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 Farmington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Farmington, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
47.5%
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Truewood by Merrill, Modesto, Stratford at Beyer Park and Astoria Senior Living Oakdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Farmington, California. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Farmington, California. See the full list.
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