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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ponderosa, CA
The cost of independent living in Ponderosa is about $3,340 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 21 options. Read 214 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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9.8
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My dad has been at the facility for over a year now and the care he has received has been everything I hoped. The staff has been a point of contact for me throughout this time and does a superb job at...
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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59 reviews
We have seen staff members from all departments take the time to talk to the residents rather than rush about doing their jobs. The front desk is always so welcoming and helpful. The lifestyle team is...
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.
Park Visalia Assisted Living provides a full range of exceptional senior living options. Our community offers all of the comforts of home with the added benefit of a team of experienced, caring professionals dedicated to providing you or your loved one with quality service.We offer seniors...
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29 reviews
I appreciated that no matter how much my dad declined, they let him live there for the rest of his life. He didn't have to die in a skilled nursing facility or a hospital. The care staff were kind 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.
Prestige Assisted Living at Visalia is a beautiful community, conveniently located near medical and dental clinics, shopping, and public transportation. Prestige Assisted Livingng has 44 spacious studio, one bedroom, and 2 bedroom apartments. With the U shape of our building, we have the perfect...
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9.2
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19 reviews
My sister needed more care even though she’s pretty independent. She just wasn’t able to thrive in her regular apartment. Quail Park is a great place. She says that you go there to live, not die and they...
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 Quail Park, We Believe that Each Person Should Live in a Place for Optimum JoyWhether you are looking at an active Senior Lifestyle Community or considering Assisted Living, Quail Park on Cypress is there for you. Our Residents embrace the highest quality of life and opportunity for engagement...
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8.6
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25 reviews
The community around Walnut Park is safe and pleasant. In the inside the residents are outstanding and friendly making for a comfortable transition into a new living space.
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.
Walnut Park provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the foothills of the Sierras, you'll fall in love with our beautiful grounds, comfortable facilities and breathtaking views. Residents appreciate the convenience of being just minutes from shopping,...
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8.5
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39 reviews
I am very happy with this choice.I would say I have met many nice, kind and interesting people. After a year they feel like family. I grew up in this area so it was like a homecoming and the cost was an...
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.
Sierra Hills provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in a picturesque orange grove at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, you'll be delighted by Sierra Hills' unique blend of big-city convenience and rugged, natural splendor. Residents enjoy the...
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This beautiful, new facility is like a 5-star hotel. The Caregivers & Med Techs, Life Engagement Director, and ALL the staff in Memory Care have been wonderful with my dad. I have peace of mind knowing he's...
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.
Elegant architecture. Comfortably appointed apartment homes. Extraordinary opportunities to remain active and be social. Quail Park at Shannon Ranch offers everything you need to live your life brilliantly. Whether you are looking for a residence for yourself or for your loved one, you’ll...
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[Name removed] has been wonderful and instrumental in keeping my grandfather company and helping him with his daily needs I really appreciate all that he is doing to make my grandpa feel comfort when...
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.
Evergreen Residence offers personalized assistance and compassionate care in a professionally managed, community setting for Assisted Living, Alzheimer’s, Respite & In-Home Care. It's the assistance seniors need with all of the independence they want at much affordable rate than many high-end...
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.
Burlington is an assisted living community located in the Southern Sierra Nevada Mountains of Wofford, California. The area is known for its phenomenal outdoor activities, from fly fishing and jet skiing to camping and hiking. If you listen close, you will hear the gentle sounds of the river that...
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.
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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.
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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When my mom first broke her hip and started showing signs of Alzheimer’s, we decided it was time to find a place for her to go. We chose Magnolia Park because we really like the owner, [Removed], and her...
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
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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.
Sierra Meadows is a senior housing community located in the vibrant town of Visalia, Tulare County, CA. The community offers a beautiful landscape of the Sierra Nevada mountain range to the east, giving residents and visiting families a unique, breathtaking view of the surrounding area. The...
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I am so pleased with the facility and everyone there. It was difficult to place my mom as she didn't want go. The owners were so helpful, professional and honest with me regarding expectations. Her...
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.
For forty years, Casa Grande Senior Care Home at 347 East Walnut Avenue in Visalia, California has prided itself very much on meeting unique needs of senior citizens and specializing in treatment and therapy for Alzheimer's disease and memory loss. In the interest of providing optimum comfort,...
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.
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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.
Enjoy a cottage-style apartment in a park-like setting. The Meadows apartments were built in 1974 and are set on five acres with vast lawns, large community patios, a community room for resident activities, and an on-site laundry facility. We are a senior community with an age requirement of 62...
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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We moved my mother-in- law to this assisted living facility after a very very frustrating experience with her care in another assisted living facility. Her care has been superior at this facility and 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.
Located in the San Joaquin Valley community of Visalia, Sierra Village offers residents the opportunity to enjoy life in one of California's thriving agricultural communities. Pleasant climate conditions, creeks, rivers, mountains, and abundant native plant species combine to create a stunning...
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Cost of independent living in Ponderosa, CA
The average cost of senior living in Ponderosa is $3,340 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kennedy Meadows, CA with an average of $2,450 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Ponderosa
Recent reviews for independent living in Ponderosa
Walnut Park in Visalia, CA
3.5
From my understanding they are experiencing turnover in management and a new corporate owner. This makes the residents un sure of what's going on. I personally think for the price of a room the company needs to step up the quality of food being served.
They recently raised rent by $270 and yet ...
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Sierra Hills in Porterville, CA
4.0
I picked this community because of the availability, and it was the first one I checked. It's a nice place to live, and they are friendly.
Quail Park on Cypress in Visalia, CA
5.0
I have been at Quail Park since [date removed] and it is no comparison to my last community. Overall this is the best place for me at this time in my life. The staff is here is the greatest you could ask for.
Ponderosa independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponderosa independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponderosa, 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 Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponderosa, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.6%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
31.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
36.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
36.8%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.1%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Village at Mill Creek, Park Visalia Assisted Living and Memory Care and Prestige Assisted Living at Visalia are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ponderosa, California. See full list of communities.
There are 21 independent living facilities near Ponderosa, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Ponderosa, California is Park Visalia Assisted Living and Memory Care. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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