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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Yosemite Lakes, CA

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The cost of independent living in Yosemite Lakes is about $3,767 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 314 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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The community has staff that is very friendly. I am living in the cottages & I enjoy that I get to go on outings with everyone & I don’t have to drive myself. I am apart of the activities that I choose to be...
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.
Situated in the Central Valley of California, Cogir of Cedar Creek is a senior living home providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Surrounded by green grass and full trees, the care home features a safe comforting homelike environment. Cogir of Cedar Creek’s team aims to...
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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Clovis
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55 Floor plans available
9.8
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Truewood by Merrill, Clovis was the first and only facility we toured. There is something special about Beau and the staff that let us know our grandmother would be cared for. Truewood is clean, the staff go...
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.
Since 1990, we've provided compassionate and professional assisted living and other senior care services to residents in the Fresno and Clovis areas. Each member of our staff is dedicated to the betterment and enrichment of our residents' lives, whether they're administering dementia care or...
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It's not home and has been an adjustment but for what it is it's fine. I chose Fairwinds mainly for 2 reasons. Because of my eyesight I had to give up my license. They have transportation for medical...
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.
Located on the North Side of Fresno, in the Woodward Park area near San Joaquin River, this is retirement living that's so fun you'll ask yourself, 'Am I retired or am I on vacation?' Here is just a little of what your day might be like living at Fairwinds - Woodward Park Retirement Community. ...
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They are not properly staffed in the kitchen and causes delays. However, based on the experience we have had we would recommend The Windham by Cogir community to other families who may need a place for their...
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.
Experience Life at The Windham.Imagine living in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Fresno on a beautiful 10-acre campus with lush landscaping and walking paths, close to shopping, restaurants, and medical services, and just minutes from Woodward Park. At The Windham you get all this and...
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Everyone is so friendly that works there. Once my mom got used to the day to day activities and made friends she has been happy. She’s eating better, getting out and seems happier. As a family we are happy...
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 Grove is ideally located in north Fresno,in the heart of the medical community. Situated close to shopping, restaurants, parks and spiritual centers makes it easy for families and friends to visit.
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My dad was at Pacifica for almost 6 months and had a great experience. He has since moved out. During his stay there, they were very patient and accommodating with his needs.
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.
Situated on five beautifully manicured acres, Fresno Senior Living is where active older adults continue to pursue the passions they’ve always enjoyed.This independent and assisted living community offers a selection of one- and two-bedroom apartments with an array of services and amenities just...
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If a friend asked about my experience I would say that overall, it has been mostly positive. I would like the communication to flow more smoothly between myself and my mom's caregivers. As her mental decline...
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 Westmont of Fresno Inspired Senior Living. At Westmont we offer assisted living and secure memory care on one beautiful campus. At Cottonwood Court, we realize that nobody knows your loved one better than you and that is what makes us different than other communities. We have created...
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Facility is good. Most staff seem like they actually care. Staff rotates from between the 3 houses each week so no one gets stuck caring for the same residents day in and day out causing people to dislike...
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.
Magnolia Crossing is an award-winning assisted living and memory care community committed to providing exceptional housing, care and assistance in activities of daily living for seniors in the heart of Clovis. Magnolia Crossing opened in 2018. Locally owned and operated, close to shopping,...
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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.
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...
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My mom used to live here. The apartments were nice for just a general senior apartment complex. They did have some community activities. They had bingo and crafts and other activities like that so for...
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.
Welcome Home to the perfect residential community for active seniors!Harmony BayIndependent Livingfor Ages 55 & Better...Lease one of our apartment homes and you will experience the best of all possible worlds with the comfort and quality you want, plenty of the necessities that make living...
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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.
Our mission is to provide culturally sensitive residential services of the highest quality to our Elderly population in the Fresno/Clovis area. We believe in the principles of prevention, continuity of care, and collaboration with the people most involved in the lives of our residents. We are...

Cost of independent living in Yosemite Lakes, CA

The average cost of senior living in Yosemite Lakes is $3,767 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include University of California-Merced, CA with an average of $2,555 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Yosemite Lakes, CA vs. nearby cities

Yosemite Lakes, CA
$3,767/mo
$3,515/mo

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

Yosemite Lakes, CA
$3,767/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Yosemite Lakes vs. other types of senior living

$4,464/mo
Independent Living
$3,767/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Yosemite Lakes, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,834/mo
Studio
$4,062/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,265/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,727/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,295/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Yosemite Lakes over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Yosemite Lakes

Recent reviews for independent living in Yosemite Lakes

Fresno Senior Living

3.3
My loved one is a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Fresno. The staff is AMAZING! However, it's the new owners that are failing. The carpets are nasty and should be replaced like we were told at the time of our sign up. Their staff is way over worked. The new owners don't treat them very well ...
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The Windham by Cogir in Fresno, CA

4.7
I chose The Windham because the housing where I would be provided more room, I have 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms which is very nice. When your first walk in everyone is very friendly and welcoming and act like they want you here. Our new chef is doing really good and trying to make things that ...
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Westmont of Fresno

4.5
The dietary staff is wonderful as are the RA's. The facility itself is clean as a whistle. They treat my loved one with respect.

Yosemite Lakes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Yosemite Lakes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Yosemite Lakes, 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 Yosemite Lakes 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 Yosemite Lakes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Yosemite Lakes, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.7%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
54.5%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Yosemite Lakes 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 Yosemite Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Yosemite Lakes, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63.6%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.7%
43%
Room service
Room service
72.7%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Yosemite Lakes 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 Yosemite Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Yosemite Lakes, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
72.7%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.5%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.7%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Cedar Creek, Truewood by Merrill, Clovis and Fairwinds - Woodward Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Yosemite Lakes, California. See full list of communities.

There are 16 independent living facilities near Yosemite Lakes, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Yosemite Lakes, California is Cogir of Cedar Creek. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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