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The cost of independent living in Berkeley is about $5,480 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 85 options. Read 576 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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On activities, there are activities available, but my mother has chosen not to engage. That could change, but I can't speak to the quality of the activities. Based on the experience we have had so far, we...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
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
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.
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.
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, 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.
With an ideal location right near vibrant Piedmont Avenue, Piedmont Gardens is giving seniors in the Bay Area everything they need to enjoy a rewarding retirement lifestyle.At Piedmont Gardens, you’ll find a senior living community that’s as active and unique inside as it is outside. As the only...
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.
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 home you’ve been looking for – a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Ultra-spacious suites with balconies and patios. You will enjoy an array of activities, outings and entertainment. Close to shopping and BART, this friendly environment lets you enjoy life while our...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Independent Living, Home Care
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
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.
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: 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Rose of Sharon Apartments is located in Oakland, California. It offers studio and 1 bedroom, section 8, tax credit, and market rate units. Rent can be based on 30% of income and income limits can apply.Floor PlanStudio, 1 Bath | 450 Sq. Ft.1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 640 Sq. Ft.Amenities and...
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.
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.
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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My mother and I were looking at several places and this facility has numerous key factors. The leader of the place is very organized, very professional, and she was leading a great staff. All the nurses and...
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Berkeley, CA
The average cost of senior living in Berkeley is $5,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Walnut Creek, CA with an average of $5,279 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Berkeley, CA vs. nearby cities
Berkeley, CA
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Berkeley, CA vs. the state and national average
Berkeley, CA
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Berkeley vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Berkeley, CA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Berkeley
Recent reviews for independent living in Berkeley
Sycamore Hills By the Bay in Hercules, CA
5.0
The only improvement that I can think of that needs to be made at Sycamore Hills By the Bay is there is not enough parking. That is my only complaint about this facility. Everyone is very nice, the facility is really clean. I am really happy with my experience here so far.
Carlton Senior Living Concord
5.0
The facility is very nice, close to stores, shops, parks & movie theatre. Lots of good restaurants near by.
However, food is provided here, sometimes people like to go out to a restaurant. They have a lot of activities to do, a nice variety.
Vista Prado in Vallejo, CA
4.9
Love this place, clean and homey
Always immaculate
Love the happy friendly staff always greet me by name
Excellent quality of care
Food is very good. I am a longtime chef. Food is not fancy but very well prepared
Need more music. Too much of the quizzes. Get more musical movies
Found this place ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff with long-tenured employees. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities, with several employees having worked there for over a decade, fostering a sense of family for residents. This is highlighted in Truewood by Merrill, Pinoles review of Truewood by Merrill Pinole, where the ...
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Variety of activities for residents' interests. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at different communities, which cater to their diverse interests. For example, at Lake Park Senior Living, residents enjoy a variety of activities, including swimming pool access and gardening classes, making their living experience mo ...
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High-quality food and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, residents consistently express satisfaction with the quality of food and dining experiences at their communities. In The Heritage Downtowns review, they appreciate the exceptional food and the restaurant's service, which adds to their overall enjoyment of living there.
Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents appreciating the attention given to both private rooms and communal areas. This is echoed in Merrill Gardens at Rockridges review, where they mention the cleanliness and the peaceful environment at their mo ...
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Friendly and helpful community atmosphere. The friendly and helpful nature of the residents and the staff at various communities creates a warm and welcoming environment for newcomers. This is expressed by Cardinal Point CCRC in their review of Cardinal Point, where they highlight the kindness of the staff and the sense of community am ...
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Flexible and accommodating staff. Reviews mention the accommodating nature of the staff at different communities, making daily tasks easier for residents and their families during transitions. This is exemplified in The Heritage Downtowns review, where they express gratitude for the Heritage Downtown staff's assistance in help ...
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Berkeley independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Berkeley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Berkeley, 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 Berkeley 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 Berkeley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Berkeley, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.6%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
21.9%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
9.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Berkeley 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 Berkeley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Berkeley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Berkeley 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 Berkeley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Berkeley, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.1%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.9%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.4%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.7%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cardinal Point CCRC, Greenhills Care Home and The Heritage Downtown are the top-rated independent living facilities near Berkeley, California. See full list of communities.
There are 85 independent living facilities near Berkeley, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Berkeley, California are The Heritage Downtown and Sunrise of Danville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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