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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Placer County, CA

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The cost of independent living in Placer County is about $4,371 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 130 options.

Read 2774 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Auburn, Grass Valley and Nevada City.

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Photo of Cogir of Stock Ranch Senior Living
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.5
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105 reviews
9.5
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105 reviews
5 star
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I would rate Cogir 4 stars. The people are very friendly. I could have used some additional direction. The apartment is It's 614 sq feet, 1 bedroom. It has a living room and full kitchen. It's just 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.
Cogir of Stock Ranch is an independent living and assisted living community in Citrus Heights, California. The community is located on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of the city near the Sylvan Ranch Community Garden, just a short drive from downtown Sacramento. Residents enjoy the...
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1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.5
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204 reviews
9.5
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204 reviews
5 star
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Faculty and staff are very nice and competent. Would have been nice if admin would have been more involved in move-in day. Apartments are small but functional. I can't think of any amenities they don't...
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.
Atria El Camino Gardens welcomes you to come for a visit to see our warm and welcoming community where people gather and enjoy life together. Our residents know and rest assured we have the services and amenities they are looking for from our deliciously prepared meals choosing from three...
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Photo of Creekside Oaks Retirement Community
1313 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.4
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32 reviews
9.4
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32 reviews
5 star
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I love this community. Unfortunately, we lost five key staff members recently, but the skeleton crew worked over and above to help everyone. Many residents also stepped forward to help neighbors and put on...
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.
Creekside Oaks is an affordable all-inclusive retirement community, located in beautiful Northern California, just minutes from shops, restaurants and hospitals. A Sunshine Retirement Living Community, we offer a variety of amenities to simplify your life, including three chef-prepared meals...
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Photo of The Landing at Carmichael
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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62 reviews
9.4
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62 reviews
5 star
55%
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The staff are friendly and always open to making your stay here comfortable. All activities are fun. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for for themselves or a loved one.
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.
Welcome to the easy life at The Landing at Carmichael. We offer Independent Living in the heart of Carmichael with stellar customer service.Our accommodations include studio and one bedroom apartments. Frequent live entertainment complements a array of other scheduled activities to keep you as...
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Photo of Park Folsom
22 Photos available
9.3
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62 reviews
9.3
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62 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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The only deficit to me is the shape of the parking lot having to use a walker I find that the poor condition of the parking lot is dangerous and could result in bodily harm - it needs repaving. other wise...
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.
Welcome to Park Folsom retirement community living for seniors, where family is important. When your loved one moves into Park Folsom, your family becomes our family. We are committed to providing you the peace of mind in your decision to choose us, both for your loved one and for your family. We...
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Photo of Oakmont of Fair Oaks
1616 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.2
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19 reviews
9.2
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19 reviews
5 star
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Professionalism, kindness, beautiful facility, great medical assistance and overall desire of staff to meet his needs. I would strongly recommend Oakmont Fair Oaks. Thank you for all your help, kindness and...
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.
Oakmont of Fair Oaks is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with beautiful views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also within walking distance of shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. In our retirement community,...
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Photo of Marbella Marysville
55 Photos available
9.2
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28 reviews
9.2
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28 reviews
5 star
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The staff were kind and caring. They showed great concern for her comfort and needs. The apartment, a studio, was perfect. There was a bed area, and also a sitting and dining area. We were very satisfied...
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.
Prestige Assisted Living is located in a quiet residential neighborhood. Serving the Yuba/Sutter community for 20 years. It is near a Adventist Rideout hospital and several skilled nursing centers. Located nearby are shopping, medical, dental clinics and pharmacies. Prestige has 67 spacious...
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Photo of Brookdale Folsom
1010 Photos available
9.1
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81 reviews
9.1
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81 reviews
5 star
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I have nothing but good things to say about Brookdale Folsom. Very caring, attentive staff helped my dad in his final days under hospice care. Very clean facility and would highly recommend.
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.
We are the Heart of FolsomBuilt around the oldest and largest oak tree in the center of Folsom, California, our Senior Care Community is not only a beautiful place to call home, but a place where you can take advantage of all of the service and amenities you could ever want and more! You deserve...
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Photo of Sutter Estates
1010 Photos available
9.0
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28 reviews
9.0
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28 reviews
5 star
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I would easily say 5 across the board. The safe is always friendly and helpful. The food is excellent. The apartments are very comfortable and the whole facility is clean.
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.
Sutter Estates is an independent living community in beautiful Yuba City, California, in Sutter County. Located in a quiet residential area a few blocks away from various shops and the scenic Feather River, our apartment community is designed for active, self-sufficient residents who wish to...
Photo of Atria Grass Valley
77 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.9
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22 reviews
8.9
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22 reviews
5 star
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Atria has been good for my Mom. Transition is still difficult so questioning staff and directors about helping with that would have been helpful. I would recommend to others.
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.
Atria Grass Valley offers older adults a beautiful setting for maintenance-free living in historic Nevada County. Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, northeast of Sacramento, our community offers a lifestyle of choice with just the right amount of support, so residents can be...
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Photo of Carlton Senior Living Sacramento
1010 Photos available
8.9
Review score
29 reviews
8.9
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29 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
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3 star
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My wife has been living at Carlton Plazas memory care for three years and I have no doubt in my mind it has added quality and meaning to her life. I toured 6 different communities before choosing Carlton. I...
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.
Carlton Senior Living SacramentoCarlton Senior Living Sacramento is located in the heart of Arden-Arcade, offering convenient access to Loehmann’s Plaza and nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment. Residents enjoy regular performances from local favorites like Midtown Jazz as well as a...
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Photo of Blossom Vale Senior Living
2323 Photos available
Pricing promotions available
8.7
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56 reviews
8.7
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56 reviews
5 star
57%
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My dad has has been at Blossom Vale Senior Living for almost a year now, and from the very first day, we have had nothing but a wonderful experience . Over the past year, he has faced many different and...
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.
Experience the Best of Senior LivingNestled in beautiful Orangevale, California, you will discover a warm and welcoming assisted living community full of fascinating residents who wake up each morning inspired to make the most of their golden years. Without responsibilities like cooking, cleaning...
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Photo of Summerfield Senior Living
88 Photos available
Pricing promotion
8.7
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32 reviews
8.7
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32 reviews
5 star
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Efficiency and friendliness of the staff, the fact that even patients in memory care can lock their room to protect their belongings, ease and timeliness of getting into locked Memory Care area, family...
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.
Summerfield Senior Care is located in beautiful Atwater California. Located next to the Rancho Del Rey Golf Course, residents can take full advantage of these beautiful surroundings. The weather can be very mild in Atwater allowing residents to enjoy many activities outdoors. Senior living...
Photo of Brunswick Village Assisted Living
2323 Photos available
8.6
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23 reviews
8.6
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23 reviews
5 star
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When I reviewed so many other facilities I saw residents just bored to tears, sleeping in chairs etc., BUT at Brunswick Village I found the activities center busy with games, music, crafts, TV and amazing...
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.
A Unique Community & Setting... Brunswick Village is a senior living community in Grass Valley offering Independent and Assisted Living options-as well as a dedicated 'neighborhood' for persons with Alzheimer's. Our community is nestled in the foothills of the Sierras where beautiful...
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Photo of Gramercy Court
66 Photos available
8.6
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19 reviews
8.6
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19 reviews
5 star
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PROS: -dignity bibs (adult bibs are used during meals for protect clothing) -large resident rooms -high ceilings in dining areas and dining areas are large and open -diverse menu, delicious, healthy...
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.
Nestled in the quiet ambiance of a residential neighborhood, Gramercy Court imposes a sight of urban living in Cape Cod. For the visitor, the intimacy of a small community strikes the eye and mind.Gramercy Court is comprised of a Skilled Nursing Facility with 120 licensed beds and a separate...
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Photo of Rindle Ranch
88 Photos available
8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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2 reviews
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This place has been great for my brother! He has lots of activities to do during the day and shopping is very close. Also Sutter Pace picks up directly from here as well. The manager [name removed] and...
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.
Rindle Ranch is an active adult community conveniently located outside Sacramento, in Citrus Heights, California, 95621. Rindle Ranch residents enjoy more than just an apartment, we offer a lifestyle and sense of community unmatched in the area. Here you can live your best life at the right...
Photo of Eskaton Gold River
1919 Photos available
8.5
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16 reviews
8.5
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16 reviews
5 star
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I would give them a 5. I was in property management for almost 20 years and my first impression was wonderful. The whole staff was very attentive and still is as we prepare mom to go back home. I wish she...
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.
Supportive independence is the Eskaton philosophy and practice of offering our residents the services and levels of care needed to remain as independent as possible. Eskaton Gold River offers a fresh approach to assisted living and memory are that supports the individuality of each resident while...
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Photo of Winding Commons Senior Living
7676 Photos available
8.5
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23 reviews
8.5
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23 reviews
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My mom visited a couple of places in the area she wanted to live, and liked Winding Commons best because it isn’t too big, the residents and staff are friendly and the price fit her budget. The move was...
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.
Winding Commons Seniors Residence is Carmichael's premier 62+ senior living community. We offer gracious living with spacious one and two-bedroom floor plans, many overlooking lush grounds and lovely water features. There are lots of fun social activities and life-long learning programs for...
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Photo of Ponte Palmero
1010 Photos available
8.4
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51 reviews
8.4
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51 reviews
5 star
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The facility is lovely. My parents love the independent feeling of being in their own apartment. It is roomy and well appointed. Large enough to have familiar furnishings and treasured pictures and mementoes...
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.
Ponte Palmero Retirement Community is the premier Retirement Living Community in Cameron Park, California and is also near the communities of Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom and Auburn. Ponte Palmero is a full-service, resort style solar retirement community that allows you to invest your...
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Photo of Eskaton Village Placerville
1515 Photos available
8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
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Very caring staff in Memory Care. My father has done very well in Memory Care, participating with all of the activities they have all day long. The staff is very cheerful and helpful to all of the residents
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.
Nestled amidst the scenic ridges above the historic town, Eskaton Village Placerville's 63-acre campus is thoughtfully designed to complement the beautiful countryside. The Lodge offers a range of options, including assisted living, memory care and short-term stays. Surrounding the Lodge are...
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1515 Photos available
8.0
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1 review
8.0
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The reason for the 5's. Is that I really like the staff and facility. Also, [name removed] liked it there also. If she needs to go back to a facility I see if they have an opening. Rooms are fairly good....
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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Photo of Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living
55 Photos available
8.0
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34 reviews
8.0
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34 reviews
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They do honestly seem to care and are currently turning some things around to make it better overall, somewhat of an older facility. Lots of help with ALP/ALW (?) needs as well, but like most facilities 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.
At Oakwood Meadows you'll discover a small, intimate community with a warm and loving staff. Our beautiful single story community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Citrus Heights. Take a stroll in our attractive courtyard or along our beautiful walking trail. Enjoy...
Photo of Sunrise of Fair Oaks CA
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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54 reviews
8.0
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54 reviews
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Very friendly dinning staff, always welcoming family and guests in the dining room. Staff were reminding residents to participate in activities respectfully. Staff also supported outside medical appointments...
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.
Located just one mile from HWY 50, Sunrise of Fair Oaks is centrally located between El Dorado and Placer Counties. Nestled between oak trees on the corner of Hazel Ave. and Sunset Ave., residents enjoy the intimate and home like feel of Fair Oaks. We offer a large range of individualized...
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3232 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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76 reviews
8.0
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76 reviews
5 star
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Upon moving in, I found out there was no parking. I waited 4 months for a parking space. No one told me prior. There's a cockroach problem, and they shut the water off too often, saying there's plumbing...
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.
Welcome to The Atrium at Carmichael, a vibrant 55+ active adult apartment community located in the heart of beautiful Carmichael, California.Our pet-friendly community offers an unbeatable combination of excellent amenities and convenient features, all designed to help you enjoy a happy and...
Photo of Golden Pond Retirement Community
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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31 reviews
8.0
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31 reviews
5 star
42%
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My mother just moved into Golden Pond 2.5 months ago and has described living there as “lovely”. It’s a very friendly place to live. The staff are very attentive and the services are good. My mother rarely...
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.
Golden Pond was created to offer a very simple philosophy of service, to make life a little easier for seniors. We are known for our friendly, casual and home-like environment. Our Independent Living is often the perfect alternative for seniors who wish to enjoy an active, fulfilling life without...
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Cost of independent living in Placer County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Placer County is $4,371 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beale AFB, CA with an average of $3,623 per month.

Independent living costs in Placer County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Placer County, CA
$4,371/mo

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

Placer County, CA
$4,371/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Placer County, CA, vs. other senior living options

$7,192/mo
Independent Living
$4,371/mo

Independent living costs in Placer County, CA, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,259/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,059/mo

Senior living costs in Placer County 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: Placer County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typePlacer County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,371/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,187/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,192/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Placer County, CA:$4,371/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Placer County, CA:$6,187/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Placer County, CA:$7,192/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Placer County, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Placer County 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 average 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
Placer County, CA$4,157/mo$3,800/mo+9.4%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Placer County, CA
2024 average cost:$4,157/mo
2023 average cost:$3,800/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
California
2024 average cost:$3,916/mo
2023 average cost:$3,864/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Placer County

Recent reviews for independent living in Placer County

WellQuest of Granite Bay

4.2
The newness of the facility really stood out to us along with the variety of unit sizes they had available and the meal service.

Vintage Square at Westpark in Roseville, CA

4.0
My community is nice and quiet and I have met a lot of nice people. I am on my own and my apartment is approximately 600 sq feet with a good kitchen and dishwasher. They have an elevator available. They have a monthly calendar with activities and outings listed. There is going to be a luau this ...
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Eskaton Gold River

4.5
My parents were very comfortable there and well taken care of. It was a temporary arrangement, but the staff went over and above to get them in and settled. Thank you!! My mom has Crone's Disease and has a very restrictive diet of gluten free and certain other food additives give her issues. ...
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Placer County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Placer County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Placer County, 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 Placer County 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 Placer County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Placer County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Placer County 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 Placer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Placer County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.6%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Placer County 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 Placer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Placer County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.7%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
32.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.4%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.1%
47.6%
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