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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Dos Palos, CA
The cost of independent living in South Dos Palos is about $3,373 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 486 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Merced, Los Banos and Santa Nella.
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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: 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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Spacious 1 bedroom and 1 bath and 2 bedroom and 2 bath.Single Level Community Cable TV Ready Fully Equipped Kitchen Indoor Washer and Electric Dryer Hook Ups Ceiling Fans in Living Room and Bedrooms Emergency Call System Available Clubhouse with Library and Crafts Room Gated Community Limited...
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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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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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Make sure to check out all the rooms available there are multiple options. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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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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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in South Dos Palos, CA
The average cost of senior living in South Dos Palos is $3,373 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include University of California-Merced, CA with an average of $2,515 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in South Dos Palos
Recent reviews for independent living in South Dos Palos
Cogir of Cedar Creek in Madera, CA
5.0
When I arrived here at Cedar Creek, I was diagnoses with stage 4 Parkinson. I have lived here for over 10 years I have enjoyed every day. I am now stage 1-2. I am a president of resident council, ambassador and gold keg
Cogir of Turlock
5.0
The Staff is very helpful and considerate and I have nothing but high praise for everyone working there.
The facility is so clean and that was the main reason we chose them initially.
I would highly recommend Cogir of Turlock!
Castle Vista in Atwater, CA
5.0
I have lived at Castle Vista since April 2014. It is a great place to retire. The residents are caring and friendly. I have made many friends here. The maintenance is excellent. One phone call is all you need if you have a problem. There are daily activities. Always something fun to do. I have a ...
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South Dos Palos independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Dos Palos independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Dos Palos, 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 South Dos Palos 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 South Dos Palos partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Dos Palos, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.2%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Dos Palos 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 South Dos Palos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Dos Palos, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
31.6%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.4%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Dos Palos 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 South Dos Palos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Dos Palos, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.8%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Hampshire, Cogir of Cedar Creek and Park Merced are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Dos Palos, California. See full list of communities.
There are 41 independent living facilities near South Dos Palos, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in South Dos Palos, California is Cogir of Cedar Creek. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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