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The cost of independent living in Hector is about $2,312 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 74 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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Good all around - it was good except for the home care nurses that we had. The size of the apartment was great. The location was great. Our family experience was not that good. When it comes to the nurses...
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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The manager is very accommodating, easy to work with, and she is very friendly. I also felt the medication clerk was very good. They have a very high turnover with caregivers. I chose this community 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.
Santa Fe Assisted Living is one of the best places to live because of its location, climate, beautiful weather and nice friendly people. In the early morning and late afternoon the landscape becomes magical with colors of pinks, mauves, lavenders and purples. It is one of the safest communities...
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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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.
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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.
Mountain Meadows in Big Bear Lake offers a fresh concept in affordable housing for seniors 62 and over. Our floor plan and community features are designed with comfort, convenience, and independence in mind. Mountain Meadows features contemporary one bedroom apartment homes. Lush Landscaping,...
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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.
Spectrum Care, a full service residential care facility dedicated to the dignity, comfort and well-being of our elderly patrons. We also cater to residents with special needs in varying stages. Our logic includes individual security while allowing each individual to express their independence and...
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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 Hector, CA

The average cost of senior living in Hector is $2,312 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Broadwell, CA with an average of $1,795 per month.

Independent living costs in Hector, CA, vs. nearby cities

Hector, CA
$2,312/mo
$3,020/mo

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

Hector, CA
$2,312/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$2,755/mo
Independent Living
$2,312/mo

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

Studio
$2,831/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,452/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,764/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Senior living costs in Hector 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: Hector, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHector, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$2,312/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$2,912/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$2,755/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Hector, CA:$2,312/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Hector, CA:$2,912/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Hector, CA:$2,755/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Hector, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hector 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
Hector, CA$3,187/mo$2,993/mo+6.5%
California$3,647/mo$3,425/mo+6.5%
National$3,174/mo$3,044/mo+4.3%
Hector, CA
2024 average cost:$3,187/mo
2023 average cost:$2,993/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
California
2024 average cost:$3,647/mo
2023 average cost:$3,425/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,174/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hector

Recent reviews for independent living in Hector

Solstice at Apple Valley

5.0
My grandmother lives here, and one of my older friends lives here with her dog It’s a beautiful place everyone is so friendly and welcoming. They do really fun activities for the residents and their families.

Santa Fe Assisted Living in Yucca Valley, CA

4.4
It very seldom smells and it's clean. The housekeeper comes every Monday to clean, which is nice. They are very friendly and courteous and I am very pleased. If my mother doesn't show up to dinner, they will bring her a tray of dinner, which isn't expected. They do have a bus to go shopping ...
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Hector independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hector independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hector, 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 Hector 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 Hector partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hector, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Hector 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 Hector communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hector, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
43.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hector 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 Hector offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hector, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.4%
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