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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Mc Dowell, CA

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The cost of independent living in Fort Mc Dowell is about $5,616 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 113 options. Read 497 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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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.
Belen's Residential Care Home To speak with an advisor about this community call: (866) 344-4946 565 Grove St San Francisco, CA 94102 Assisted Living Independent Living About Belen's Residential Care Home Belen's Residential Care Home is an assisted living community in San Francisco, California....
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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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I have known many residents of Buena Vista Manor House as a volunteer. The care is excellent and the atmosphere is warm. As a bonus, the food is delicious. I highly recommend Buena Vista Manor House to...
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.
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They are doing an excellent job. They are treating her very well. It's kept clean. The food is really good, and if they are cooking something she doesn't like they will get her what the alternative is. They...
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.
When a person ages, their wants and needs change. Sometimes poor health, or lack of immediate family, requires searching for a new place to live. We, at Villa-Del-Rey have excellent facilities, in all areas for our residents. As an assisted living facility, there is a choice of private or...
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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: 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: 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.
  Marin Terrace, minutes north on the Hwy. 101 from San Francisco, Marin Terrace exemplifies the elegantly relaxed lifestyle of one of the most desirable places to live in the U.S., Mill Valley, CA.Last year in 2005, CNN and Money magazine engaged in an exhaustive study to chose the...
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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, 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.
The home you’ve been looking for – a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Ultra-spacious suites with balconies and patios. You will enjoy an array of activities, outings and entertainment. Close to shopping and BART, this friendly environment lets you enjoy life while our...
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
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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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, 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.
Merced Care - Three is a memory care provider and assisted living community located in San Francisco, County of San Francisco, California. With the year-round warm weather, the sandy beaches, and walking trails that lead to some of the most beautiful gardens and vegetation, you will feel like you...
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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: 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: 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: 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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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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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.
Merced Residential Care Facility’s program is designed for long-term residential care of those elderly individuals needing help in their daily lives. Merced is fully licensed to care for individuals needing specialized care such as those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of...
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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.
Here at St. MichaelÆs, we cater to residents who need a secure and safe place to spend their golden years. Our caring staff greets each resident in the morning with a smile. We offer numerous recreational activities that residents can partake in, and we encourage families to get involved as well....
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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.

Cost of independent living in Fort Mc Dowell, CA

The average cost of senior living in Fort Mc Dowell is $5,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Anselmo, CA with an average of $5,474 per month.

Independent living costs in Fort Mc Dowell, CA, vs. nearby cities

Fort Mc Dowell, CA
$5,616/mo
$5,733/mo
$5,731/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Mc Dowell, CA, vs. state and national averages

Fort Mc Dowell, CA
$5,616/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Mc Dowell, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,199/mo
Independent Living
$5,616/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Mc Dowell, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,920/mo
Studio
$7,942/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,225/mo
2 Bedroom
$12,125/mo

Senior living costs in Fort Mc Dowell 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: Fort Mc Dowell, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFort Mc Dowell, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,616/mo$4,717/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$4,817/mo$4,515/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$6,199/mo$5,484/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Fort Mc Dowell, CA:$5,616/mo
California:$4,717/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Fort Mc Dowell, CA:$4,817/mo
California:$4,515/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Fort Mc Dowell, CA:$6,199/mo
California:$5,484/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Fort Mc Dowell, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fort Mc Dowell 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
Fort Mc Dowell, CA$4,501/mo$5,566/mo-19.1%
California$3,588/mo$3,349/mo+7.2%
National$3,151/mo$2,952/mo+6.7%
Fort Mc Dowell, CA
2024 average cost:$4,501/mo
2023 average cost:$5,566/mo
Percent change:-19.1%
California
2024 average cost:$3,588/mo
2023 average cost:$3,349/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,151/mo
2023 average cost:$2,952/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Mc Dowell

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Mc Dowell

Carlton Senior Living Concord

5.0
The facility is very nice, close to stores, shops, parks & movie theatre. Lots of good restaurants near by. However, food is provided here, sometimes people like to go out to a restaurant. They have a lot of activities to do, a nice variety.

Atria Park of Lafayette

5.0
All 5 stars. Atria Park of Lafayette is an excellent place. The caregivers were proactive in managing my moms medicines, all staff were very communicative with my family about my moms care. I would definitely recommend them to others looking.

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Fort Mc Dowell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Mc Dowell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Mc Dowell, 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 Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Mc Dowell, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
17.8%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.8%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Mc Dowell, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.1%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.6%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.6%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.7%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
25.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.4%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cardinal Point CCRC, Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill and Coterie Cathedral Hill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Mc Dowell, California. See full list of communities.
There are 113 independent living facilities near Fort Mc Dowell, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fort Mc Dowell, California are The Heritage Downtown and Sunrise of Danville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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