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The cost of independent living in Russ is about $4,709 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 35 options. Read 351 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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44 Floor plans available
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[name removed] was our liaison and he was very friendly. Very informative. Family friendly. They need to be more diligent with bathroom, bedroom. Trash especially. From what I've heard, the food is great 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.
Located in the heart of Valencia, Sunrise at Sterling Canyon is situated next door to Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital, across the street from Granary Square and just blocks away from Valencia Town Center Mall. Sunrise at Sterling Canyon sits just around the corner from the beautiful Vista...
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9.8
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79 reviews
9.8
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I did have a chance to speak to several residents in the general assisted living at Atria in Newhall. They were quite satisfied with the facility, their meals, the staff, and the activities. Unfortunately my...
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.
Located in the Santa Clarita Valley, just north of Los Angeles with easy access to the 405 Freeway, Atria Santa Clarita is a vibrant community where seniors benefit from a simplified lifestyle, with discreet support from a 24-hour staff. In addition to independent and assisted living options,...
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11 Floor plan available
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Nikkei Senior Gardens is an absolutely lovely facility! My mother is so happy to be staying at such a nice, peaceful place where the entire staff is very friendly, enthusiastic and always eager to help. As a...
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.
Nikkei Senior Gardens. Created for you.Nikkei Senior Gardens is located in the city of Arleta, a quiet residential community in the San Fernando Valley. This vibrant neighborhood serves as a multicultural assisted living community for those seeking a bit of extra help to maximize their...
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8.9
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40 reviews
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They are very responsive to what my dad needed. They are so friendly and kind. They were very concerned about my dad's health.
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.
Foothill Retirement is an Assisted Living Community with three different levels of care starting with Full Independent, Assisted Living and a secure Memory Community. We are located on an acre of property, in a quiet residential neighborhood on a tree-lined street with views of the surrounding...
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8.6
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12 reviews
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Palm Vista Memory Care was sincere with their care for my mom’s. Memory Care (MC) sent pics of mom doing activities, communicated with me on updates or needs. I didn’t have to guess what was happening with...
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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8.2
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111 reviews
8.2
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111 reviews
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After visiting several assisted living communities in the Santa Clarita Valley and San Fernando Valley. We chose Pacifica Based on the smaller size of the community, the updated private room, the available...
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 Clarita Hills Senior Living offers a full spectrum of services and amenities, and will coordinate with you a specific program to meet your individual needs and lifestyle.Assisted Living offers independence while providing you with a lifestyle of leisure activities, meals with your friends...
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8.0
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8.0
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The facility is extremely clean, the staff always smiles and says hi when you pass by in a hallway or a lobby. The entire building feels safe and secure. The food is hit or miss according to my grandmother.
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.
Oakmont of Santa Clarita is a lovely retirement community situated on a lush campus with lovely views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are also very close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. You’ll feel at home in our retirement...
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99 Floor plans available
6.3
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13 reviews
6.3
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13 reviews
5 star
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Overall everyone is very nice and caring. I'm struggling to find the chain of command when I have a an issue that needs to be addressed.
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.
"Oakmont of Valencia is a lovely retirement community situated on a lush campus with lovely views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are also very close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. You’ll feel at home in our retirement community...
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1.0
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6 reviews
1.0
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Coming from out of state I was pleased with the ease of moving into a location I knew nothing about. The lease manager was informative and very helpful. Price was right.The location is outstanding for...
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.
At Valley Oaks Village, our community of 55 years old and better welcomes newcomers. You will meet people with similar interests, giving you opportunities to foster deep friendships. Valley Oaks Village residents may take advantage of all the activities Santa Clarita has to offer. Our bus and...
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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.
Villa Scalabrini Retirement Center in Sun Valley, CA was opened for residents' occupancy on July 16, 1979. The 90- room facility, capable of accommodating up to 130 ambulatory senior citizens in single and some double occupancy rooms, is based on the concept that seniors should spend the sunset...
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good food, sweet nurses, and nice maids, a fine community with personable manager, thanks. very good plumbing and balconies nicely. there are elevators, i was walking down the stairs one night and i thought...
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: 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
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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This community has been so flexible in working with me for my brother. The staff and management have been great. My brother is in a shared room and he is doing great, he is taking part in the activies and...
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.
Abbey Road Villa, formerly Caroline's Chateau, is an assisted living retirement community located in Sylmar, California.Residents enjoy private or semi-private rooms and share common dining and living areas, both indoor and outdoor, to encourage community and friendly social interaction. Senior...
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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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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Wyngate Villa couldn't have been any better than it was, everything was wonderful. The staff anytime had a question or concern were very quick at getting back with response. The food options were...
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: 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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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.
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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Russ, CA

The average cost of senior living in Russ is $4,709 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Monrovia, CA with an average of $4,029 per month.

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

Russ, CA
$4,709/mo

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

Russ, CA
$4,709/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

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

$5,464/mo
Independent Living
$4,709/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,413/mo
Studio
$6,430/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,692/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,590/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Russ over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Russ

Recent reviews for independent living in Russ

Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana

5.0
I have no complaints about the care my mother has been receiving at this community. The housekeeping does a great job at keeping her bedroom nicely maintained as well as the rest of the building. The staff have been very friendly and are always attentive to her needs. I overall have been very ...
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The Terraces at Park Marino in Pasadena, CA

5.0
My house keeper is amazing she is so friendly and always good at what she does. The front desk staff is always kindly and willing to help me when is needed. The food is great and the kitchen staff is amazing. I have no complaints they get you what you want & need. 10/10

Glen Park at Glendale - Boynton St

5.0
I like living here very much. The staffs have a lot of experience. I love the Activity Director [Removed]. She keeps me busy and occupied with different activities that I enjoy and love. The food is good. They offer a lot of variety. I recommend anyone to live in my community.

Russ independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Russ independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Russ, 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 Russ 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 Russ partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Russ, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.8%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Russ 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 Russ communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Russ, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.7%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.1%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Russ 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 Russ offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Russ, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.1%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.2%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.8%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.5%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.1%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.1%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.7%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31%
47.4%
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Sunrise at Sterling Canyon, Atria Santa Clarita and The Villas By Astoria Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Russ, California. See full list of communities.

There are 35 independent living facilities near Russ, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Russ, California are Sunrise at Sterling Canyon, The Villas By Astoria Park and Nikkei Senior Gardens by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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