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The cost of independent living in South Taft is about $4,251 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 495 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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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
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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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My 91 year old grandpa has been at the Manor for 3 months now, after breaking his hip and becoming bedbound. We toured several facilities and picked the Manor, and I am so thankful that this is where he...
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 Manor of Ojai Residential Care is located in the beautiful community of Ojai, CA. This area is known for the many different recreational activities that it has to offer. The northern part of Ojai, CA is home to the Los Padres National Forest. This area is also home to the Matilija Creek,...
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, 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: 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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Cost of independent living in South Taft, CA

The average cost of senior living in South Taft is $4,251 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delano, CA with an average of $3,504 per month.

Independent living costs in South Taft, CA, vs. nearby cities

South Taft, CA
$4,251/mo
$4,665/mo
$4,652/mo

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

South Taft, CA
$4,251/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in South Taft, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,629/mo
Independent Living
$4,251/mo

Independent living costs in South Taft, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,385/mo
Studio
$5,338/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,591/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,835/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,181/mo

Senior living costs in South Taft 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: South Taft, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Taft, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,251/mo$4,696/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,744/mo$4,503/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,629/mo$5,456/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
South Taft, CA:$4,251/mo
California:$4,696/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
South Taft, CA:$3,744/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
South Taft, CA:$4,629/mo
California:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in South Taft, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Taft 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Taft, CA$2,525/mo$2,626/mo-3.8%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
South Taft, CA
2024 average cost:$2,525/mo
2023 average cost:$2,626/mo
Percent change:-3.8%
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 South Taft

Recent reviews for independent living in South Taft

Ivy Park at Seven Oaks in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
I do recommend this alternative living residence. Ivy Park has all levels of living assistance. It is a well kept facility and the staff have been great. The facility was very well kept and the staff was very helpful in directing us to Veteran funding we did not know about.

The Artesian of Ojai

5.0
After my father-in-law was diagnosed with dementia and lost his wife, it became clear he could no longer care for himself. It was an incredibly difficult time for our family, but finding The Artesian has been a true blessing. The peace of mind we feel knowing he is safe, well cared for, and ...
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Pinewood Glen Retirement in Bakersfield, CA

4.5
[name removed], the manager is wonderful!! The units are clean and the staff is quite nice. [name removed]s is an absolute asset and we would recommend Pinewood Glen Retirement community to other families.

South Taft independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Taft independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Taft, 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 Taft 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 Taft partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Taft, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Taft 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 Taft communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Taft, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Taft 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 Taft offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Taft, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.6%
46.4%
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