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The cost of independent living in Harvard is about $3,260 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 255 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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66 Floor plans available
9.6
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72 reviews
9.6
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72 reviews
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17%
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Sterling Inn is a beautiful and clean place. The Staff is always friendly and caring. The residents are also very nice and happy. Lots of great activities and different rooms to play cards in, watch the big...
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.
Located in Victorville, just 70 miles northeast of Los Angeles in the High Dessert, Sterling Inn is a blended community offering Independent and Assisted Living. This setting provides a continuum of care that may allow residents to age in place in their familiar surroundings. Comfort and...
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2323 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.5
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72 reviews
9.5
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I can’t say enough good things about our experience with Whispering Winds. My mother has been there almost 2 months and has had a very easy transition from living on her own to being in an assisted living...
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.
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living is located at the southern edge of the Mojave Desert, with views of both the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains. We enjoy close to perfect weather year-round and are conveniently nearby by many shops, restaurants and parks.Our community's...
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1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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53 reviews
9.4
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53 reviews
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64%
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28%
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2%
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My mother was only there for 24 days before she passed away. The facility was clean and well maintained. The staff was always helpful. I feel my mother was well taken care of while she was there.
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.
Located in the thriving High Desert community of Victorville, California, Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living is a full-service, resort-style retirement community. Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living is close to major shopping malls, three hospitals and the best medical offices and...
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44 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
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8.8
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When it comes to the meals, they need more of a variety and not the same meals month to month. I like that it feels like home for my friend and she enjoys the many activities. We would recommend this...
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
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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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Cost of independent living in Harvard, CA

The average cost of senior living in Harvard is $3,260 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pisgah, CA with an average of $2,229 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Harvard, CA vs. nearby cities

Harvard, CA
$3,260/mo
$2,774/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Harvard, CA vs. the state and national average

Harvard, CA
$3,260/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Harvard vs. other types of senior living

$4,538/mo
Independent Living
$3,260/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Harvard, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$2,732/mo
Studio
$3,532/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,349/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,524/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,650/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Harvard over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Harvard

Recent reviews for independent living in Harvard

Solstice Senior Living at Apple Valley

4.8
Being that my mother in law doesn't know a stranger she is very happy with her independent living experience at Solstice. We picked this community because it was close to family. Great staff. They care about people

Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care

4.9
[name removed] was so helpful when we were looking at places for my mom. She gave us a great tour, answered all our questions, gave us all the financial information we needed.[name removed] also took my mom for a tour and let us stay for lunch so my mom could get a feel for the place. All during ...
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Sierra Vista Independent and Assisted Living in Victorville, CA

5.0
I love the community here! Sierra Vista provides our meals and they are pretty good. This is a huge thing for me to have them prepare and deliver the meals. They also have a dining room. The staff is very friendly, and easy going. They are accommodating for the residents with any ...
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Harvard independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harvard independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harvard, 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 Harvard 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 Harvard partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harvard, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Harvard 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 Harvard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harvard, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harvard 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 Harvard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harvard, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.2%
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