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The cost of independent living in Lake Almanor West is about $4,648 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 25 options. Read 179 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 Sycamore Glen Retirement
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They work hard to provide activities(all are optional). For example - today we have an Octoberfest. Entertainment by an 18 piece band. There is no extra charge for these events & classes. They offer a 1...
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.
Located amid the tree-filled beauty and serenity of Chico, California. Sycamore Glen blends sophisticated services with resort-style ambiance as Butte County's premiere Active Senior Community. Our warm, friendly, and professionally trained staff has established a fine reputation for providing...
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Brought my parents to visit & everyone was so friendly here. My mom have a friend that lives here so we join her for lunch here and there. The servers & staff are always so sweet to us. The food is great...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Nestled in Sierra Sunrise Village, overlooking California Park Lake in Chico, Ca. The Terraces Retirement Community offers residents comfort, and well being in a pleasant active environment. The Terraces Retirement Community offers three lifestyle choices for your enjoyment and peace of mind:...
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Prestige was wonderful. He stayed in the memory unit for less than 6 months. I could not have asked for a better environment for him to spend his last days. It was very sad to lose him, but I think he was...
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.
Prestige Assisted Living at Chico offers a choice of 66 beautiful apartments, including a variety of studio, one-and two- bedrooms. Resident will enjoy elegant restaurant style dining in our luxurious dining room. The community features a beauty salon, library and theatre room. Residents and...
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The staff and care team are amazing !! My dad is really thriving at Roseleaf . I've never had an issue with dad's care or safety which is very important to me .
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.
At Roseleaf in Chico, California “We treat every individual as such.“Person-centered care was developed by professional care providers who have worked for many years to improve the lives and outcomes for individuals with dementia. We agree that the best level of care is tailored to each...
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It is generally a good experience. The staff was caring and helpful. Biggest problem was they were struggling to keep the number of staff up to needed levels. My loved one needed more encouragement to...
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.
WindChime Senior Living is located at beautiful California Park Lake in Chico, CA. Many studios overlook the lake or courtyard. Our residents enjoy a variety of activities catered to their interest, to include field trip outings and shopping. Our dedicated staff, Care Partners, Medication...
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I picked this community because it was independent, but also served three meals, and they allowed her to keep her cat, which was extremely important to her. I would recommend them yes.
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 Oakmont provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Situated on beautiful grounds in the charming community of Chico, you'll love the tastefulness of our facilities while enjoying the conveniences of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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I'am very satisfied with this community, my mother has adjusted very well to it. They are taking good care of her, I'am comfortable with the care they are providing her with. The staff is wonderful, they are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Eagle Lake Village is nestled in a beautiful section of North Eastern California where we enjoy four full seasons. If you like the peace and quiet of a small town atmosphere, surrounded by the beauty of high dessert, mountains, and lakes this is the place for you! Our building is located close to...
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We have found that Atria Paradise, CA was the best place for mother compared to the other facilities in the area. She stayed there 10 months. She became more social as time went on. We were glad that she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains lies Atria Paradise, an independent and assisted living community for active older adults in historic Butte County. As part of the Chico metropolitan area, Atria is located near restaurants, medical centers, shops, museums, places of worship...
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My Mother-in-law was here for about a month while my husband and I went on vacation. While there, my daughter would go and see my mother-in-law almost every day and she was really happy with the staff and...
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.
Roseleaf Senior Care is a residential care home located in Chico, California, in Butte County. Nicknamed the 'City of Roses', Chico sits in the Sacramento Valley with the foothills of the Cascade Mountain Range to the North, and has beautiful views of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range to the...
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It seem extremely expensive but it seems all of them are. Helen needs to be in assisted living and this one seems to be working for her. We're working things out with the care. They're really nice and when...
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.
Roses & Ivy Elder Care has one purpose…to provide the highest level of care possible in a home-like setting, where both the resident and their loved-ones are treated like family. Our family is local and firmly committed to providing a life-changing experience for our residents and their...
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A Place for Mom set up an appointment for my husband and me with the administrator of Townsend House in Chico CA. We were very impressed with the kindness and dedication that was demonstrated by the...
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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The staff at The Courtyard are really friendly. I am very pleased with them, so far. This is still new, but at this time there really isn't anything I would like to see improved or done better.
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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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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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Lake Almanor West, CA

The average cost of senior living in Lake Almanor West is $4,648 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Susanville, CA with an average of $2,605 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Almanor West, CA vs. nearby cities

Lake Almanor West, CA
$4,648/mo

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

Lake Almanor West, CA
$4,648/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Almanor West vs. other types of senior living

$4,915/mo
Independent Living
$4,648/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lake Almanor West, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,398/mo
Studio
$4,990/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,034/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,165/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lake Almanor West over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Almanor West

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Almanor West

Windchime of Chico

5.0
My brother was a resident at Windchime of Chico and everything was great for him. I am so grateful for the care that he received at this facility.

Westmont of Chico

4.9
This staff is wonderful. The setting is beautiful. The food is good too. Everyone treats you nicely and friendly! The transportation & shopping is excellent! The swimming pool is so good during the summer time. The technology class is really helpful. Overall it’s a lovely place!

Roseleaf Senior Care in Chico, CA

5.0
My mom is enjoying her new home and likes how friendly and helpful the staff is with her. It is a clean environment that is very clean at all times. The food is good and a nice variety with all the meals. She is involved with the activities to keep active. We highly recommend this community to ...
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Lake Almanor West independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Almanor West independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Almanor West, 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 Lake Almanor West 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 Lake Almanor West partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Almanor West, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.9%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Almanor West 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 Lake Almanor West communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Almanor West, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.7%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Almanor West 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 Lake Almanor West offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.7%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
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Sycamore Glen Retirement, Westmont of Chico and Prestige Assisted Living at Chico are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Almanor West, California. See full list of communities.

There are 25 independent living facilities near Lake Almanor West, California. See the full list.

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