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The cost of independent living in Iremel is about $3,576 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 76 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 The Oaks at Nipomo
2222 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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15 reviews
8.9
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15 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
20%
3 star
7%
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7%
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I recommend The Oaks at Nipomo Assisted Living to anyone looking for an assisted living facility in Nipomo, California, for their loved one. The staff and residents are very friendly, at The Oaks, and...
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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Photo of Santa Maria Terrace
2020 Photos available
7.9
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21 reviews
7.9
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21 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
14%
3 star
38%
2 star
5%
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Santa Maria Terrace gets 5 stars for all. I did not even have to look at any other facilities as I liked this one so much. The staff is very helpful and nice. I think the best feature is that they let you...
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.
Santa Maria Terrace — located in sunny Santa Maria, California — provides the best value with our apartments, including an abundance of amenities and a large range of services. Whether you want to simplify your life or need assistance with daily tasks, Santa Maria Terrace offers something for...
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1616 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
7.9
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40 reviews
7.9
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40 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
35%
3 star
8%
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0%
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What we like about Merrill Gardens is the overall cleanliness and staff and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had.
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.
Conveniently located between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is a campus-style retirement community that provides a wide spectrum of care. Enjoy being near golf courses, wineries, the Veteran's Administration Building and Marian Regional Medical Center. Take...
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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.
Active Adult Apartments – The Towbes WayVilla del Sol is where the 55+ can seize the day. Nestled in beautiful Santa Maria, Villa del Sol offers a fresh take on senior living. Developed by the award-winning firm, The Towbes Group, every detail fosters a sharp new look in senior living.This...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Iremel, CA

The average cost of senior living in Iremel is $3,576 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $3,481 per month.

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

Iremel, CA
$3,576/mo
$3,952/mo

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

Iremel, CA
$3,576/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

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

$4,776/mo
Independent Living
$3,576/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,920/mo
Studio
$4,319/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,848/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,348/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,200/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Iremel over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Iremel

Recent reviews for independent living in Iremel

Santa Maria Terrace

4.6
They have met and exceeded, our expectations for my loved one. It's very clean, and they are friendly. We are pretty pleased. We picked this community because it was clean, and the closet to our budget. It's been a very good experience. In addition, the rooms are larger than most.

The Oaks at Nipomo

4.9
I was looking for a place for Dad when he started to need more care with ADLs and becoming more confused. And also looking for a higher standard of professionalism. Dad feels cared for and loved at the memory care unit at the Oaks. In his last residence Dad did not participate in the ...
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Fountain Square of Lompoc

4.0
The employees are very friendly and caring to be good. I don't see too many activities and I've seen multiple patients wandering around with no shoes. There were other patients sitting in their own urine while eating lunch. We did tell an employee, but they didn't do anything. I'm not sure if ...
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Iremel independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Iremel independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Iremel, 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 Iremel 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 Iremel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Iremel, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Iremel 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 Iremel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Iremel, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Iremel 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 Iremel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Iremel, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.7%
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