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The cost of independent living in Windsor is about $4,604 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 128 options.

Read 1782 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Santa Rosa, Petaluma and Healdsburg.

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Photo of The Vincent
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They're very kind it's very clean. The staff is very nice, but things are a little disorganized. Their refrigerators in the rooms have had many problems. They've had a bit of changing of staff and cooks....
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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Photo of The Tamalpais Marin a Life Plan Community
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I have only been here a month so far thinks are ok. The staff is very good
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.
The Tamalpais Marin, a Life Plan Community in Greenbrae, offers elegant apartments for active seniors, as well as assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation care. Schedule your visit today at www.TheTam.org.There is so much to see and do. Enjoy the library, art...
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They are doing great! Everything is going along just fine. They are very helpful. They are very forthcoming. There have been a few little hiccups and instantly when we brought it up, they were jolly on the...
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.
The tremendous quality of life you will find at Oakwood Senior Home — Vallejo is owed more than anything else to our dedicated staff members and the superior care and services they provide. At Oakwood Senior Home you are assured of the care, respect and enjoyment you deserve. When you choose...
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I currently live in an independent living apartment. I am very pleased with the condition of my apartment, the friendliness of the staff and the quality of the food. There is a lot to do here. I feel secure...
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.
Paradise Valley Estates is a 76-acre, nonprofit Life Plan Community that welcomes people age 60 and older from all walks of life. Our neighborhood, founded by military officers in 1997 and now open to others as well, is a place to enjoy your next chapter with the greatest peace of mind.The master...
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I had never dealt with this before, and Kaiser rocked, Greenridge rocked, and they weren't all perfect, but I would strongly recommend Greendridge to anyone. My goal was to get her into Greenridge assisted...
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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The accommodations are terrific. Very clean and attentive staff. Good meals. The director [name removed] is very knowledgeable and [name removed] the care director is also great to work with! No complaints.
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.
The Lodge at Piner Road is Santa Rosa's newest assisted living and memory care community. We will offer 3 meals daily, all utilities (except phone), Wi-Fi, cable TV, weekly housekeeping, linen service, laundry service, scheduled transportation and a full-time activities program. We are located...
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My rating for Sycamore Hills by the Bay is solid 5. Since I have moved in I am very pleased with my choice: building inside and outside property are kept well and clean. Manager, [name removed] is very nice...
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.
We are a senior community for those who are the age of 62 or better. We are a market rate community located in Hercules, California, in a very convenient location with easy access to Highway 80 and Highway 4. We are very close to shopping, parks and recreation.
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I feel very happy that I had her there. They excellent cared of her in every way. She was always clean, neat, comfortable, and well cared for. The staff was kind. and I visited her regularly, so she received...
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.
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5 on all questions. They provided great care and were always professional. Yes, we would recommend Greenhills Care Home to other families based on the experience so far and already have several times to...
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: 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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Photo of Oak Tree Lodge
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 father is doing well at this community. The staff do all they are suppose to for my father. It is a clean facility and they maintain my father's room. The meals are good for my dad. I would recommend this...
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.
Welcome to Mirabel Lodge 'Aging with dignity' Mirabel Lodge is a 31 bed Residential Care Facility For The Elderly providing senior living in comfort, love and style in a 9000 square foot home situated on approximately 1.5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. Mirabel Lodge is a offers a...
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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.
Varenna, one of the nations most luxurious retirement communities offering five-star services and amenities with a continuum of care in the heart of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County's wine country. You will find an inviting, supportive and active resort lifestyle, located on 30 acres of exceptional...
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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.
Varenna is a premier retirement community situated on a lush 29-acre campus. Developed by Oakmont Senior Living, Varenna provides quality, comfort and a continuum of care with five-star services and amenities. Here, an active lifestyle promotes independence which is enhanced by an array of...
Photo of Redwood Meadows Senior Apts
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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Head and shoulders above the others. The staff is attentive well trained and cares a great deal, always available to assist when needed. Beautiful well maintained grounds for the enjoyment of all, with lots...
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.
Primrose was created by John Wotring as a means to care for his parents who both have Alzheimer's. It arose from the love in John's heart for his mom and dad. Our goal is to create an environment that supports and nurtures the well being of those with memory loss. Our programs are individually...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Windsor, CA

The average cost of senior living in Windsor is $4,604 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Napa, CA with an average of $3,119 per month.

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

Windsor, CA
$4,604/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Windsor, CA, vs. other senior living options

$7,600/mo
Independent Living
$4,604/mo

Independent living costs in Windsor, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,702/mo
Studio
$3,617/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,023/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,414/mo

Senior living costs in Windsor 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: Windsor, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWindsor, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,604/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,508/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,600/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Windsor, CA:$4,604/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Windsor, CA:$6,508/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Windsor, CA:$7,600/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Windsor, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Windsor 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 average 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Windsor, CA$4,241/mo$4,110/mo+3.2%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Windsor, CA
2024 average cost:$4,241/mo
2023 average cost:$4,110/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
California
2024 average cost:$3,916/mo
2023 average cost:$3,864/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Windsor

Recent reviews for independent living in Windsor

AlmaVia of San Rafael

5.0
Great facility that is meeting all my parents needs! Great for memory care. The staff is very friendly and helpful to get them adjusted

Sonoma Hills Retirement

5.0
They sought out my parents, and invited them to join all sorts of activities, and services they provide, such as van services, and setting up doctors' appointment. They actually knock on your door and invite you to things. My folks had a delay moving in, and they held the apartment, and ...
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Cogir of Vacaville Senior Living

4.3
This community doesn't have a buy in fee, and I am able to do month to month contracts. The staff are great to work with if I have questions or concerns. Maintenance responds very quickly, when needed. They go above and beyond for the residents. This is a good place to come to. This would be ...
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Windsor independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Windsor independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Windsor, 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 Windsor 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 Windsor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Windsor, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
39.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Windsor 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 Windsor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Windsor, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
39.4%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Windsor 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 Windsor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Windsor, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.7%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Windsor, Vacaville Village Senior Living and Aldersly, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Windsor, California. See full list of communities.
There are 128 independent living facilities near Windsor, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Windsor, California is Cogir of Rohnert Park Senior Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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