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The cost of independent living in Lafayette is about $5,391 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 93 options. Read 960 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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I have been very impressed with the friendliness, quality of food, cleanliness, and the speed at which a repair gets done . Most importantly, my mother is extremely happy living here!
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.
A vibrant lifestyle is what you’ll experience at Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill. We are an award winning senior independent, assisted living community designed with grace and style. It’s easy to make new friends with residents, family and staff at the many social gatherings and fabulous...
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Dear [name removed] I highly recommend Ivy Park Oakland Hills The staff are kind, compassionate and competent . They become a family.. Very positive experience in making a very difficult...
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.
Ivy Park at Oakland Hills is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a the picturesque region of the eastern part of Oakland, California. Situated near Interstate 580, Ivy Park is just minutes from Highland Hospital, charming commercial districts, gourmet restaurants and boutique shops ....
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I don’t have any other facility to compare It to but I’m impressed they keep this place CLEAN. I don’t like the fact they advertise transportation on the website and phone but don’t do it once you’re...
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.
Magnolia Gardens is an assisted living community located in the lovely town of Danville, CA. This beautiful community is located near Oakland and just across the bay from San Francisco. Danville is a great place to reside and it offers a number of advantages to family members who come through to...
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Even though the activities are quite my style they do have a ton of different things for the residents to take advantage of. It had been a positive experience so far and I would recommend the Carlton Senior...
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.
Chateau on Broadway is a lively, activity filled independent living senior community that provides plenty of opportunities to enjoy laughs, fun and life with new friends. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. Residents enjoy a contemporary, urban setting with beautifully landscaped grounds that...
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My mother in law loves the care and ambiance at the Point. She likes the size-not too small, not too big. Food has been good and her care team makes her feel special. Staff was very helpful with move in. ...
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 Point at Rockridge, located in the Rockridge neighborhood in Oakland, is across street from a complete shopping center and only a few blocks from the unique shopping areas of Piedmont and College Avenues. Physician’s offices, medical facilities, churches and synagogues, as well as UC...
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my father has been staying here for over a year now and doing a lot better than when he was first admitted. The staff here are always so kind and patient with him since he has dementia and gets very restless...
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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IThis community is unlike any other. They offer meditation, yoga, dance classes and residents are actively engaged with each other The staff is very loving and closely connected with my Mom. No one is...
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.
AgeSong WoodPark is pleased to offer AgeSongLiving's unique approach to eldercare, a rich, colorful, culturally diverse assisted living community. What makes the AgeSongLiving approach unique and especially relevant to WoodPark is our view of aging as growth and expansion. In appreciation of...
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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff have been great and they are very helpful. This is a family run community and the owner is here all the time and I feel that the residents are...
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.
Diamond Care retirement home is located in the stunning city of Diamond Bar, California where the sun shines year-round and the weather makes the city a perfect place to retire to! We pride ourselves in offering the best care and community to all of our residents and we are proud to be among the...
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From the moment I walked through the doors at Grand Lake Gardens I knew I had found my new home. Residents and staff greeted me with open arms. I love the circular walkway that goes around our simply...
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.
Grand Lake Gardens is a residential independent living community in the heart of the Grand-Lakeshore District, offering a lifestyle filled with engagement in and outside the community. Access to higher levels of care are available at our sister community Piedmont Gardens.The intimate,...
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Lakeshore Residential Care in Oakland has made a huge, positive change in the life of a friend. The facility is clean, I smell delicious food cooking when I visit. The staff is always busy cleaning 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.
Lakeshore Residential Care is located in the City of Oakland in the Lake Merritt commercial district, only a few blocks from the unique Lake Merritt and the shopping center, medical facilities, Physician facilities, banks, senior centers, churches, parks and Parkway Theater are close by, there...
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This is a lovely place filled with bright, interesting progressive people. Good food and excellent restaurants nearby.5Tke view over the Lake is spectacular. They have health aides available for hire, but...
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.
A NEW HOME ON THE LAKE — Small and Intimate yet GrandThe Lake Merritt is an independent lifestyle community designed especially for older adults who want to remain active and engaged with life yet are ready to relinquish daily tasks and home maintenance. Located directly on Lake Merritt, our...
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.
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.
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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I moved my sister here from out-of-state and the transition from her former situation has been nothing but positive. The facility is small and home-like but big enough to have a variety of activities 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.
Walnut Creek Willows is located in the outskirts of Walnut Creek,California facing beautiful Mt. Diablo. We are dedicated in providing a friendly and comfortable living environment for our residents. We create a "home away from home" setting for our residents. We provide personalized care to our...
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.
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.
Just minutes from Danville and Walnut Creek, this is the home you’ve been looking for -- a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Nested among beautifully aged trees in a quiet neighborhood, most apartments offer a private balcony or patio- many with views of our enchanted gardens or...
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.
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: 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.
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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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My mother-in-law has been at Gracian in Pleasant Hill for just over a year. We cannot say enough about Gracian Homes and the care they provide our mother. We are welcome to stop by at any time to visit and...
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: 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.
Cost of independent living in Lafayette, CA
The average cost of senior living in Lafayette is $5,391 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clayton, CA with an average of $5,232 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lafayette, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lafayette, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lafayette vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lafayette, CA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Lafayette
Recent reviews for independent living in Lafayette
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
Caring and competent staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and attentive nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Cardinal Point CCRC, residents and families praise the staff's ability to provide excellent care and support. At The Heritage Downtown, staff members go above and beyond to help re ...
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Delicious dining experiences. Quality food is a key factor in overall resident satisfaction. At Cardinal Point CCRC, residents enjoy the variety and deliciousness of meals offered at the community. In reviews for The Heritage Downtown, both residents and their families note the good food as a positive aspect of the commu ...
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Friendly and accommodating community. Many reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere and friendly residents at different communities. For example, at Lake Park Senior Living, residents mention the friendly residents and the helpfulness of the staff. At The Heritage Downtown, people comment on the warm and homie feeling of the c ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents appreciate the variety of activities and opportunities for socializing at their communities. At The Heritage Downtown, there are many activities and outings to choose from, keeping residents engaged and active. At Cardinal Point CCRC, residents participate in numerous activities an ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At The Heritage Downtown, the facility is described as beautiful and recently updated. At Lake Park Senior Living, residents enjoy the spectacular views and the nicely decorated public areas.
Supportive and helpful staff during transitions. Several reviews describe the staff's help and understanding during difficult transitions, such as moving into a senior living community. At Atria Walnut Creek, the staff went out of their way to make the move-in process easier for a family. At The Heritage Downtown, the staff provides assist ...
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Lafayette independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lafayette independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.8%
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Lafayette 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 Lafayette communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lafayette 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 Lafayette offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.3%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cardinal Point CCRC, Cogir of Brentwood and Greenhills Care Home are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lafayette, California. See full list of communities.
There are 93 independent living facilities near Lafayette, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lafayette, California are The Heritage Downtown, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Sunrise of Danville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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