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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Glen Arbor, CA
The cost of independent living in Glen Arbor is about $5,704 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 67 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 San Jose, Santa Cruz and Sunnyvale.
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The facility is clean, attractive and in a nice location. Staff are bright, cheerful, friendly and helpful. Food is good and plentiful. The care my wife has received is outstanding, and she's happy. 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.
Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is a beautiful community located in the center of all the action. We are within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf, beach and boardwalk. Our beautiful building has a charming personality—and a fascinating past—all its own. Sunshine Villa, A...
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Their price was better. I also had experience with [facility removed] and was not that happy with them. I would say they are good. My complaint is they're short staffed. Sometimes the call button would not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Fewer Chores, More FunDo you want to experience a retirement rich in exciting events, activities and programs and free from the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning, laundry and yard work? If that sounds like something you want for your life, we have good news. Your dream retirement...
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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.
About the communityWelcome to Paradise Villa Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our senior living community is pleasantly located in Santa Cruz, California, on 17th Avenue. We’re a dignified and affordable solution for families seeking assisted living care in the area. For over 40 years we’ve...
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.
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've lived here for two years and I am very pleased with my life here. The community is very friendly and supportive. There are many activities offered here to keep our bodies and minds busy. Many of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
The Chateau Guest Home is a quaint assisted living community located in the bustling city of Santa Cruz, CA. Santa Cruz is a beautiful seaside community with a lot of great amenities. It is also a tourist destination, making it an ideal location for an assisted living community, and that's why...
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Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc.Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc. is an assisted living community that is located in the town of Soquel, CA. Soquel is located in the Santa Cruz area. Living in Soquel you definitely get the small town feel but are still close enough to the big city lifestyle of the Santa Cruz...
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Capitola ManorCapitola Manor is a uniquely beautiful and welcoming assisted living community nestled within Santa Cruz, CA. The landscaped community has much to offer in the way of being a home away from home. Trees and shrubs surround the property, which gives way to a peaceful and quiet setting...
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Cost of independent living in Glen Arbor, CA
The average cost of senior living in Glen Arbor is $5,704 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pajaro Dunes, CA with an average of $4,381 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Glen Arbor
Recent reviews for independent living in Glen Arbor
Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA
5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .
Ivy Park at Palo Alto
5.0
From the looks of our visits, my mom is experiencing a good, new lifestyle. She has made the transition just fine. We are getting the doctor set up and I am familiar with the staff. They are great workers and I think the facility is great too. The manager, staff, nurses, are all very nice, all ...
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Sunrise of Sunnyvale
5.0
I took a tour with [name removed] , what a sweetheart. She was professional, knowledgeable and represented the company well. I am looking a ways out, but defiantly my first choice. I was very impressed. They also have a great Asian infused menu.
Glen Arbor independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Arbor independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Arbor, 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 Glen Arbor 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 Glen Arbor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glen Arbor, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
8.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Arbor 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 Glen Arbor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Arbor 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 Glen Arbor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glen Arbor, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
31.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Willow Glen, Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Belmont Village San Jose are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glen Arbor, California. See full list of communities.
There are 16 independent living facilities near Glen Arbor, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Glen Arbor, California are Atria Willow Glen, Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Atria Evergreen Valley. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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