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The cost of independent living in Tres Pinos is about $3,416 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 124 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 Merrill Gardens at Gilroy
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66 Floor plans available
9.2
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43 reviews
9.2
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43 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
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9%
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Like everywhere, some employees are fantastic, others less so, and some are somewhere in between. But overall, we feel like she is in good hands. I would recommend Merrill Gardens at Gilroy 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.
Merrill Gardens at Gilroy is a gated senior community set on a tranquil five-acre tract near downtown Gilroy. Enjoy a plethora of relaxing activities and attractions — art and food festivals, boating, hiking areas, golf and shopping. The team provides a high level of services, including diabetic...
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Photo of Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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17 reviews
9.2
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17 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
18%
3 star
0%
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0%
1 star
12%
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There has been so much staff turnover lately. The new activity person is trying to do different things but some of them are too hard for alot of the residents. She is new so she's learning. My mother in law...
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 Madonna Gardens, we give our residents the freedom to live the life they want with the peace of mind that comes with knowing helping hands are never far away. An inspired blend of modern convenience and care makes Madonna Gardens a place where the entire community can easily interact, enjoy...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Salinas
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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21 reviews
8.6
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21 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
38%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
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0%
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I recently moved my mother into this retirement community during the holiday season, and I must say, I couldn't have made a better choice. The holiday dining experience provided for the residents was nothing...
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.
Ivy Park at Salinas is a senior living community with a comfortable coastal vibe and convenient access to Interstate 68. The property is minutes from the ocean; close to numerous farmers’ markets and popular restaurants; and a half-hour from the beauty and charm of Monterey. The property itself...
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8.0
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33 reviews
8.0
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33 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
36%
3 star
9%
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0%
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6%
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Some of the caregivers deserve a strong 5. Others deserve maybe a 3 or 4. Overall, I feel the staff is stretched too thin, and mom does not get the personal attention she needs. But maybe that's the way it...
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 our community, you can do more of what you love.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our retirement community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. Here it’s all about choices—your...
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My father moved to Whispering Pines Inn since 2011 and he has baseline mild dementia but loves to walk around/wanders. He could no longer be alone in his home so we searched several care homes in the Bay...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Whispering Pines Inn, the most exclusive and innovative 36-bed Assisted Living Facility in San Benito County. We are proud to provide seniors with an active, quality and enriched lifestyle.Whispering Pines Inn is fully secured, locked perimeter facility. Situated in...
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66 Photos available
6.8
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5 reviews
6.8
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5 reviews
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4 star
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3 star
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Glen Loma Apartments do not have any activities for the seniors living here nor do they provide meals. There are not health care workers on site either. Overall the staff members working here are great. ...
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.
Now Leasing!Welcome to Glen LomaWelcome to Glen Loma Ranch offering a community for seniors. Seniors can enjoy exclusively senior buildings with one and two bedroom apartments! Conveniently located near a bus stop, park, schools and other services, our beautiful property has excellent amenities...
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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.
Photo of South County Retirement Home- State Home
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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Cost of independent living in Tres Pinos, CA

The average cost of senior living in Tres Pinos is $3,416 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newman, CA with an average of $2,532 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tres Pinos, CA vs. nearby cities

Tres Pinos, CA
$3,416/mo
$3,833/mo

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

Tres Pinos, CA
$3,416/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tres Pinos vs. other types of senior living

$3,667/mo
Independent Living
$3,416/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Tres Pinos, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,663/mo
Studio
$4,555/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,423/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,867/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Tres Pinos over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Tres Pinos

Recent reviews for independent living in Tres Pinos

Ivy Park at Salinas

5.0
Friendly staff, clean facility, and proactive. I would recommend to others. I picked this community because of the atmosphere and pricing.

Merrill Gardens at Gilroy

4.8
This is a good community to live. My loved one was able to make friends quickly here, and they feel safe. The staff communication with the family has been good and they have been responsive to our questions about our loved one. There are three meals a day served and there are choices for the ...
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Whispering Pines Inn, LLC in Hollister, CA

5.0
Whispering Pines Inn has devotedly served the San Benito County for over 26 years. The management & staffs are caring & very responsive to their elderly residents. Being a caregiver is not an easy task. You have to have the heary & compassion which I have seen with the employees as well ad ...
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Tres Pinos independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tres Pinos independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tres Pinos, 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 Tres Pinos 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 Tres Pinos partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tres Pinos, CANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Tres Pinos 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 Tres Pinos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tres Pinos, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tres Pinos 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 Tres Pinos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tres Pinos, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
45.7%
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Merrill Gardens at Gilroy, Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care and Ivy Park at Salinas are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tres Pinos, California. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near Tres Pinos, California. See the full list.

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