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The cost of independent living in Nashua is about $5,665 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 158 options. Read 1737 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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First, the facility is great. Small, only around 50 residents (not full yet) on 2 floors. Well appointed. Bright colors. Extra wide hallways. Beautiful outdoor patio on the 2nd floor. Residents can go in on...
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.
Welcome to Ivy Park at San Tomas, a premier senior living community in San Jose, California. Ivy Park at San Tomas offers specialized assisted living and memory care combining expert care with a vibrant sense of community. With beautifully appointed apartment homes and a dedicated team who...
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We cannot comment on the are services because we do not require any care, but the staff members are friendly and based on our experience we would absolutely recommend Chateau Cupertino to other families.
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.
Just talk to our residents. Senior living doesn't get any better than living at Chateau Cupertino, whether you're in retirement or just ready for the next great phase of your life. We offer the best mix of available services you can find. You will get a great place to enjoy your life and your...
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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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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he staff are very friendly and fluently bilingual which done would like to have; meals are home cooked by ladies who really do a good job. The medical technicians who manages meds for those who need this are...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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.
Valley Heights, a privately owned “Apartment Community” for Independent Seniors, provides accommodation and services to meet the needs and expectations of active seniors. Valley Heights provides services that eliminate the time consuming tasks of everyday life. Our clean, spacious apartments come...
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WHEN VISITING MY GRANDFATHER I WAS GREETED WITH A SMILE AND WAS DELIGHTED TO SEE HOW CLEAN THE FACILITY WAS. EVERYONE I PASSED HAD A SMILE AND WAS SUPER NICE MY GRANDFATHER LOOKED SO HAPPY AND WAS ENJOYING...
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.
Montecito Manor Montecito Manor is an assisted living community located in the scenic mountainside town of Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California. This residence is a specialized memory care center for seniors living with dementia and Alzheimer's. The center is near Flodberg Park and several...
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It is smaller than the community next door. It depends on the individual; however, they have been able to accommodate a friend of mine into this community. The staff's communication and proactiveness about...
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.
Carmelo Park is a lively, family owned and operated assisted living community nestled in the hillside overlooking old town Monterey, Monterey County, California. For over 20 years, Carmelo Park has provided a spirited social environment within a serene and peaceful assisted living setting....
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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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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: 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.
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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.
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.
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...
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.
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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.
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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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.
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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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: 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.
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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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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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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 Nashua, CA

The average cost of senior living in Nashua is $5,665 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hollister, CA with an average of $4,050 per month.

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

Nashua, CA
$5,665/mo
$5,023/mo
$5,389/mo

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

Nashua, CA
$5,665/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$6,237/mo
Independent Living
$5,665/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,051/mo
Studio
$6,512/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,732/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,905/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,032/mo

Senior living costs in Nashua 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: Nashua, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNashua, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,665/mo$4,696/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,973/mo$4,503/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,237/mo$5,456/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Nashua, CA:$5,665/mo
California:$4,696/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Nashua, CA:$4,973/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Nashua, CA:$6,237/mo
California:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Nashua, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Nashua 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
Nashua, CA$3,998/mo$4,140/mo-3.4%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Nashua, CA
2024 average cost:$3,998/mo
2023 average cost:$4,140/mo
Percent change:-3.4%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Nashua

Recent reviews for independent living in Nashua

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 Monterey

4.9
Our 98 year old mother moved into Ivy Park this past spring. She really enjoyed the lovely environment; her apartment, the facility and its’ grounds. The staff members were all warm, kind, caring, patient and respectful. Our mother’s condition did fail after a few months due to her underlying ...
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Merrill Gardens at Monterey

5.0
I am currently a resident at Merrill Gardens at Monterey and everything has been great. I would recommend this facility to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews mention the friendly and kind nature of the staff at Atria Evergreen Valley, making new residents and their families feel at home. Residents at Westmont of Morgan Hill appreciate the eagerness of staff to show them around and answer questions, setting a positive tone for the ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews for communities like Holiday Warburton Place and Ivy Park at Milpitas highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, from apartments to common areas. Residents of The Park Lane specifically mention the beautiful grounds, including gardens and large backyards, that contribu ...
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Variety of activities. Communities such as Atria Willow Glen and Holiday Warburton Place offer a wide range of activities for residents to enjoy. These activities, which include things like live music, crafts, and exercise classes, encourage socialization and help keep residents engaged and active.
Flexible dining options. Residents at Merrill Gardens at Gilroy and Atria Willow Glen express satisfaction with the dining experiences at their communities. Meals are served three times a day and offer a variety of choices, with some communities, like Atria Willow Glen, also providing flexibility for residents to ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the sense of community and support among residents at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Scotts Valley, residents appreciate the opportunity to make friends and feel part of a larger group, while at Holiday Warburton Place, the respectful and courteou ...
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Affordable pricing and value. Affordability is a key consideration for many families choosing a senior living community. Communities like Ivy Park at Milpitas and Holiday Warburton Place offer reasonable pricing and good value for the services provided. Residents at Villa Serena Retirement also appreciate the affordabi ...
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Nashua independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nashua independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nashua, 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 Nashua 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 Nashua partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nashua, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Nashua 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 Nashua communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nashua, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nashua 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 Nashua offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nashua, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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