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The cost of independent living in The Willows is about $5,894 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 23 options. Read 49 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, 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.
Fewer Chores, More FunDo you want to experience a retirement rich in exciting events, activities and programs and free from the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning, laundry and yard work? If that sounds like something you want for your life, we have good news. Your dream retirement...
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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.
The Maple House offers the best care possible to your loved ones. From highly trained caregivers to customized care and meal plans to engaging daily activities, we strive to ensure every member of our community feels at home.
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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.
Aegis Living Aptos is one of the Santa Cruz areas newest assisted living communities. Located just minutes from beautiful Monterey Bay, Aegis provides high quality assisted living services in a specially designed environment. Innovative programs, and high staffing ratios enable us to provide the...
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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.
About the communityWelcome to Paradise Villa Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our senior living community is pleasantly located in Santa Cruz, California, on 17th Avenue. We’re a dignified and affordable solution for families seeking assisted living care in the area. For over 40 years we’ve...
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We had mom there for a little while and we really liked but they just didn't have the right level of care for her situation.
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.
Serving the community since 1997 Maple House II is dedicated to providing the best care to all our residents. Schedule a visit with us today to learn more!
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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.
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...
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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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: 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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This place was highly recommended by my accountant, who has many clients in TLG, so she knows they don't do funky financial stuff (unlike Forum). My mother stayed here from age 89-93, 2017-2021, in The...
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.
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.
Welcome to The Grove of Los Gatos!The Grove of Los Gatos is the newest addition to the Calson Community portfolio. With over 20 years of experience in managing communities and holding partial ownership in several properties, Calson Management is committed to providing exceptional living...
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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: 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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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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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...
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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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It seemed fine. My uncle went in here for rehab, got better and got out of there so that's great. Everything was good. They were nice and good at communicating.
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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.

Cost of independent living in The Willows, CA

The average cost of senior living in The Willows is $5,894 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Juan Bautista, CA with an average of $4,670 per month.

Independent living costs in The Willows, CA, vs. nearby cities

The Willows, CA
$5,894/mo
$5,859/mo

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

The Willows, CA
$5,894/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in The Willows, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,565/mo
Independent Living
$5,894/mo

Independent living costs in The Willows, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,100/mo
Studio
$6,962/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,433/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,922/mo

Senior living costs in The Willows 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: The Willows, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThe Willows, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,894/mo$4,699/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,247/mo$4,504/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,565/mo$5,460/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
The Willows, CA:$5,894/mo
California:$4,699/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
The Willows, CA:$5,247/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
The Willows, CA:$6,565/mo
California:$5,460/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in The Willows

Recent reviews for independent living in The Willows

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 .

Westmont of Morgan Hill

4.5
In August, we will have been in residence at Westmont for nine years. The Facility Director, was first to greet us, and he made us feel very welcome. We were initially attracted by the beauty of the facility and its location in Morgan Hill Since then, we have become even more fond of the ...
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Carlton Senior Living San Jose

4.0
My relative is doing fine at Carlton Senior Living San Jose. It has been going well for him and has been getting a positive experience.

The Willows independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in The Willows independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in The Willows, 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 The Willows 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 The Willows partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
The Willows, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in The Willows 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 The Willows communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
The Willows, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in The Willows 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 The Willows offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
The Willows, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
21.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Scotts Valley, The Maple House and Aegis Living Aptos are the top-rated independent living facilities near The Willows, California. See full list of communities.
There are 23 independent living facilities near The Willows, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in The Willows, California are Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Westmont of Morgan Hill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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