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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Glen Ellen, CA
The cost of independent living in Glen Ellen is about $5,071 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 19 options. Read 231 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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9.9
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I'm a current resident who have lived at Cogir Sonoma for 7 years. My favorite thing about living here are the residents who are very friendly and the staff who are very attentive. I would highly recommend...
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.
Cogir of Sonoma features a folksy design, offering residents a taste of Southern charm in Sonoma, California. Within close proximity to serene vineyards and recreational opportunities, residents experience a balanced retirement filled with comfort and vibrancy. To help accommodate each resident’s...
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9.7
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53 reviews
My mother has been a resident at Cogir/Rohnert Park for almost 18 months. She has been very happy in her new “home”. We cannot say enough complimentary things about the entire staff. From the med techs to...
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.
Cogir of Rohnert Park reflects its name as it is located within a lovely, park-like setting, ideal for those seeking retirement surrounded by nature. The country-style community’s residents enjoy basking in the views of the redwood trees, strolling the serene courtyard, and taking a dip in the...
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8.9
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23 reviews
Very positive experience. All staff were and are helpful and bend over backwards to give us direction and assisted care. My mother enjoys the food and the company of other residents. She attends many of 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.
Cogir of Napa Road fosters a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates residents’ individuality and nurtures their souls. The community recognizes that residents have unique lifestyles, so they offer tailored solutions to better meet their needs. Residents can choose from independent living,...
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7.9
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12 reviews
The staff and residents are the only thing we are really pleased with. Basically the average age of the community at 93 is too old for us and my husband does not get the help he was promised. As far as the...
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.
Oakmont Gardens is unique in many ways: we offer Independent Living and Assisted Living on a beautiful 6-acre campus with 3 courtyards. We feature some of the largest 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in the area, ranging from 670 sq ft to 1,015 sq ft. We are also in the middle of Oakmont Village, a...
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7.7
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34 reviews
Good communication when looking at the place and asking questions. Afterwards, a bit confusing on who to talk to as there is no single point of contact for residents. Different people handle different...
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.
About Windsong of SonomaCommunity & Location Highlights:Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood with beautiful views of the Sonoma Mountains, minutes from historic downtown Petaluma, half an hour from the Sea Shore and 30 miles north of San Francisco.Our Central location provides easy...
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6 reviews
We love the atmosphere, it is very cozy and comfortable. My mom doesn't really partake in the activities. The food is great. There have been some mishaps with her care. My mom is deaf and not very...
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.
Sonoma Grove is a family owned Assisted Living facility specializing in memory care. It is located in the heart of Wine Country, Sonoma, California.Under new management, completely remodeled in 2020We are licensed by the State of California and are surveyed under Title 22 regulations.Our...
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They sought out my parents, and invited them to join all sorts of activities, and services they provide, such as van services, and setting up doctors' appointment. They actually knock on your door 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.
Sonoma Hills is a luxury retirement apartment facility located 46 miles northeast of San Francisco in the historic town of Sonoma, CA. Sonoma's climate is ideal for retirement living; the temperature in summer seldom reaches 95 degrees and in the winter seldom falls below 38 degrees. Tourism is...
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13 reviews
Clearwater at Sonoma Hills is a wonderful, clean place with a friendly and caring staff. My mother has adjusted well and now calls it home (even though, of course, she would have preferred to be in her...
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.
Make a lifelong commitment to living well with Clearwater at Sonoma Hills, an assisted living & memory care community in Rohnert Park offering 94 well-appointed apartment homes with both private and shared living options. Our community encourages residents to live a purposeful life by...
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Mom has lived here for 2 years and is very pleased with her choice. The staff is friendly and really cares. The grounds are kept tidy. Apts have patios or balcony with either a view of the garden or the...
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.
Valley Orchards is active retirement living in beautiful Sonoma County. We are a family owned and operated community that specializes in people. We do not require long term lease commitment or 'buy-in'. We ask for a deposit equal to one month's rent and a 'calendar month notice' should you choose...
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This facility has exceeded my expectations. Due to the recent fire in the area, I had to find a place for my Mother very quickly and they were very cooperative and flexible in getting her in. When you first...
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.
Springfield Place offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Springfield Place we have set...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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
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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.
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Glen Ellen, CA
The average cost of senior living in Glen Ellen is $5,071 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Napa, CA with an average of $4,777 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Glen Ellen
Recent reviews for independent living in Glen Ellen
The Inn on Villa Lane in Napa, CA
4.4
Staff is friendly and caring. The Inn is clean, but they are short staffed (like every other facility). Things like cleaning carpet can be delayed. Communication with family is excellent. The move in process was very good. Facilities helped with any hanging of pictures or installation of ...
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Springfield Place in Petaluma, CA
4.0
We toured a few different communities and this one seemed to be the best fit for my mom. She is doing well here.She is starting to meet new residents and make some friends. She is participating in some of the activities. She really likes the food. The community is always clean and well ...
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AlmaVia of San Rafael
5.0
Great facility that is meeting all my parents needs! Great for memory care. The staff is very friendly and helpful to get them adjusted
Glen Ellen independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Ellen independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Ellen, 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 Ellen 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 Ellen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glen Ellen, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
56.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Ellen 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 Ellen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glen Ellen, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
56.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Ellen 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 Ellen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glen Ellen, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Greenhills Care Home, Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living and Vista Prado are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glen Ellen, California. See full list of communities.
There are 19 independent living facilities near Glen Ellen, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Glen Ellen, California are Greenhills Care Home and Cogir of North Bay Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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