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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Los Alamos, CA

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The cost of independent living in Los Alamos is about $3,630 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 93 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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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria
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I moved my parents into one of their cottages. Two bed/two baths. They are very happy there. Staff friendly and considerate. Only complaint would be the food. Nothing fancy just plain with lots of chicken...
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.
Conveniently located between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is a campus-style retirement community that provides a wide spectrum of care. Enjoy being near golf courses, wineries, the Veteran's Administration Building and Marian Regional Medical Center. Take...
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The facility itself is clean, well-maintained, and the staff are generally kind. It is a suitable option for seniors who are fully independent and primarily need a safe and comfortable living environment....
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.
Santa Maria Terrace — located in sunny Santa Maria, California — provides the best value with our apartments, including an abundance of amenities and a large range of services. Whether you want to simplify your life or need assistance with daily tasks, Santa Maria Terrace offers something for...
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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.
Atterdag Village of Solvang is located in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley with its wide open spaces, clean coastal air, and spectacular, mountain views. We are nestled in the heart of this natural treasure, yet only steps from downtown Solvang, a town rich with cultural attractions, fabulous...
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I really like the staff. The problem is that I don't think my loved one is getting showers and being changed. I have to change their clothes and sometimes it looks like they have been in the same clothes 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.
Fountain Square of Lompoc is located in Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California provides a caring atmosphere for those seniors who are looking for a community to call home. This community offers comfort and safety to its residents. Lompoc provides residents and guests with parks and recreation...
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
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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.
Solvang Friendship House Solvang Friendship House is an assisted living community located in Solvang, Santa Barbara County, California that provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community that they can call home. Those dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia will find that this community...
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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.
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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.
Active Adult Apartments – The Towbes WayVilla del Sol is where the 55+ can seize the day. Nestled in beautiful Santa Maria, Villa del Sol offers a fresh take on senior living. Developed by the award-winning firm, The Towbes Group, every detail fosters a sharp new look in senior living.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.

Cost of independent living in Los Alamos, CA

The average cost of senior living in Los Alamos is $3,630 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $3,455 per month.

Independent living costs in Los Alamos, CA, vs. nearby cities

Los Alamos, CA
$3,630/mo
$4,535/mo
$4,441/mo

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

Los Alamos, CA
$3,630/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Los Alamos, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,701/mo
Independent Living
$3,630/mo

Independent living costs in Los Alamos, CA, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,508/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,850/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,700/mo

Senior living costs in Los Alamos 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: Los Alamos, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLos Alamos, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,630/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,455/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,701/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Los Alamos, CA:$3,630/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Los Alamos, CA:$3,455/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Los Alamos, CA:$4,701/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Los Alamos, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Los Alamos 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
Los Alamos, CA$4,129/mo$4,100/mo+0.7%
California$3,362/mo$3,270/mo+2.8%
National$2,978/mo$2,847/mo+4.6%
Los Alamos, CA
2024 average cost:$4,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,100/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
California
2024 average cost:$3,362/mo
2023 average cost:$3,270/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$2,978/mo
2023 average cost:$2,847/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in Los Alamos

Recent reviews for independent living in Los Alamos

Fountain Square of Lompoc

4.0
The employees are very friendly and caring to be good. I don't see too many activities and I've seen multiple patients wandering around with no shoes. There were other patients sitting in their own urine while eating lunch. We did tell an employee, but they didn't do anything. I'm not sure if ...
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Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

3.5
Administrative staff - 0 (I expect this will get better, now that there's new management. [name removed] was really just terrible.) Food, quality and options, over the last few months, really declined. It does seem to be improving. .Activities N/A - since my mom passed away my dad is not ...
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The Oaks at Nipomo

4.9
If you can afford top quality care the oaks is a great facility. The staff is very responsive to the residents needs and the food is great. Having a physician that comes to the facility is so helpful for those that have difficulty with transportation. No one wants to move to assisted living and ...
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Los Alamos independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Los Alamos independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Los Alamos, 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 Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Los Alamos, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Los Alamos, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Los Alamos 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 Los Alamos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Los Alamos, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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