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The cost of independent living in San Lorenzo is about $15,162 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 71 options. Read 936 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 Rosewood Terrace
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.
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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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.
Photo of Mark Twain Senior Community
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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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.
Nestled in the hills of Union City overlooking the San Francisco Bay, the Pavilion at the Masonic Homes is a brand-new residence for seniors dealing with memory loss or requiring assistance with day-to-day activities. Surrounded by lush greenery and bay views, and with expert caregivers available...
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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: 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.
Photo of Newark Gardens
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.
Photo of Aegis Gardens - An Asian 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.
At Aegis Gardens in Fremont, California, our focus on Chinese culture is reflected in everything we do. Our retirement community is designed to be warm and inviting with thoughtfully-designed architecture and interiors, exceptional menus, enticing activities, and caring Chinese-speaking staff....
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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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Cost of independent living in San Lorenzo, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Lorenzo is $15,162 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Danville, CA with an average of $5,196 per month.

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

San Lorenzo, CA
$15,162/mo
$15,590/mo
$14,609/mo

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

San Lorenzo, CA
$15,162/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

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

$16,348/mo
Independent Living
$15,162/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,667/mo
Studio
$5,124/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,179/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,502/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in San Lorenzo over time

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What families are saying about independent living in San Lorenzo

Recent reviews for independent living in San Lorenzo

Ivy Park at Palo Alto

5.0
From the looks of our visits, my mom is experiencing a good, new lifestyle. She has made the transition just fine. We are getting the doctor set up and I am familiar with the staff. They are great workers and I think the facility is great too. The manager, staff, nurses, are all very nice, all ...
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Sycamore Hills By the Bay in Hercules, CA

5.0
The only improvement that I can think of that needs to be made at Sycamore Hills By the Bay is there is not enough parking. That is my only complaint about this facility. Everyone is very nice, the facility is really clean. I am really happy with my experience here so far.

Carlton Senior Living Concord

5.0
The facility is very nice, close to stores, shops, parks & movie theatre. Lots of good restaurants near by. However, food is provided here, sometimes people like to go out to a restaurant. They have a lot of activities to do, a nice variety.

San Lorenzo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Lorenzo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Lorenzo, 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 San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Lorenzo, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
26.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.8%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
21.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.8%
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Oakmont of Montecito, The Heritage Downtown and Sunrise of San Mateo are the top-rated independent living facilities near San Lorenzo, California. See full list of communities.

There are 71 independent living facilities near San Lorenzo, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in San Lorenzo, California are The Heritage Downtown, Sunrise of San Mateo and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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