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The cost of independent living in Polaris is about $4,473 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 172 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 Atria Summit Ridge
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44 Floor plans available
9.9
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What an honor it is to be part of the Atria Summit Ridge Community! My 98-year-old mom has been a resident in her beautiful apartment for 8 months. Because I'm a frequent visitor, I've seen and experienced...
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.
At Atria Summit Ridge, you'll find the perfect balance of relaxation and activity in a beautifully landscaped Nevada home. Engage in a variety of recreational and educational opportunities, or relax outside by our secluded courtyard and fountain. Located in the heart of Reno, Atria Summit Ridge...
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1818 Floor plans available
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67 reviews
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My mom likes the place, but I am told by her and several others that the food is not good. It is in a great location and is a good size apartment.
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.
Sky Peaks is in Northwest Reno with gorgeous, panoramic views of the Reno skyline and Sierra Nevada mountains – in a quiet, residential neighborhood across from a beautiful park – yet we’re just minutes from lots of shopping, downtown Reno and Interstate 80.Sky Peaks is an independent living...
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New facility, well taken care of and very approachable staff top to bottom. The only dig would be that the staff spoke Spanish when they're working in the room with the patient. For my 91 year old father he...
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.
Summerset Senior Living Reno is a beautifully-designed senior living community in North West Reno. Enjoy the views of snow capped mountains with easy access from Interstate 80 at the Robb Drive exit. Our convenient location is close to dining, shopping, community parks, and first-class...
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I really like this facility. The people who work here are lovely and my Mother is enjoying the care. I know that she is safe here and they have a really good nursing staff. It's a very clean facility, but...
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 Seasons of Reno offers both assisted living and specialized memory care services to seniors in Reno, Nevada. Our outstanding compassionate caregivers are the heart of our community, and we pride ourselves on treating each resident as a friend and family member. Each resident is assisted...
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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The Season's of Reno is the best place for Seniors. The entire Staff are Wonderful!! They are very professional but also very welcoming. I can call them anytime to get information or updates about my loved...
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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Cost of independent living in Polaris, CA

The average cost of senior living in Polaris is $4,473 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Loyalton, CA with an average of $3,708 per month.

Independent living costs in Polaris, CA, vs. nearby cities

Polaris, CA
$4,473/mo
$4,465/mo

Independent living costs in Polaris, CA, vs. state and national averages

Polaris, CA
$4,473/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Independent living costs in Polaris, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,117/mo
Independent Living
$4,473/mo

Independent living costs in Polaris, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,190/mo
Studio
$5,228/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,201/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,411/mo

Senior living costs in Polaris vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Polaris, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typePolaris, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,473/mo$4,713/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$5,117/mo$4,509/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$5,117/mo$5,473/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Polaris, CA:$4,473/mo
California:$4,713/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Polaris, CA:$5,117/mo
California:$4,509/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Polaris, CA:$5,117/mo
California:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Polaris

Recent reviews for independent living in Polaris

The Seasons in Reno, NV

5.0
Management is 100% understanding of everything. They were very interested in why were were moving from another community and what my loved one's needs were. The staff are caring. They constantly check in. Their scheduling is phenomenal. They rely on emergency bracelets as opposed to calls ...
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Atria Summit Ridge in Reno, NV

4.8
It’s been great for Dad. The staff made it super easy moving him and made his feel very welcome. He’s been enjoying the musicians and looking forward to some afternoon activities, maybe some local historical speakers.

Clearwater at Rancharrah in Reno, NV

3.9
I really like how friendly everyone is. I know they're taking good care of my father. One thing that they could improve on is communication. Also packages have been sent to my father there. He is now in memory care and while we have receipt that packages have been delivered. No one can find some ...
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Polaris independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polaris independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polaris, 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 Polaris 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 Polaris partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polaris, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Polaris 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 Polaris communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polaris, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polaris 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 Polaris offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polaris, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Summit Ridge, Holiday Sky Peaks and Summerset Senior Living Reno are the top-rated independent living facilities near Polaris, California. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Polaris, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Polaris, California are Holiday Sky Peaks and Solista Carson by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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