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The cost of independent living in Semitropic is about $3,459 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 34 options. Read 472 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 Magnolia Place
1111 Photos available
9.7
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64 reviews
9.7
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64 reviews
5 star
62%
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The administration was responsive when there was a technical problem. The frontline staff are gentle and respectful with the residents. They have great communication with the residents. Mom loved the...
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.
Magnolia Place Senior Living is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Bakersfield, California. Field Senior Living is a family owned and operated business in which Dustin and Melissa Fields manage all operations. Our beautiful community has an ideal location in a quiet,...
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9.7
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92 reviews
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92 reviews
5 star
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Brookdale was the perfect place for my needs at that time. I had broken my leg and was non weight bearing for 2 months. I had to use a wheelchair for those 2 months and felt right at home. Thank you.
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.
Here you have fewer chores and more adventures. Our CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in Bakersfield, California, has independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. And if you or your spouse need more care later, you’ll have the lifestyle...
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Photo of The Palms of San Lauren
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9.6
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20 reviews
9.6
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20 reviews
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The cost is much more reasonable but the care is basically the same. The major difference is that they use an outside service called Senior Doc. A PA or Dr visit instead of my having to take her to 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.
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Photo of Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
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55 Floor plans available
9.2
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34 reviews
9.2
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34 reviews
5 star
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I recommend this facility for a loved one. The staff is amazingly cordial. They seem quite efficient, well organized, responsive, professional, courteous.
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.
Discover the relaxing charms of California at Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield. You can find life-enriching recreation, relaxation and activities right where you are at Bakersfield. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care professionals and our...
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Photo of Prestige Assisted Living at Visalia
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9.2
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29 reviews
9.2
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29 reviews
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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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1515 Photos available
1818 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.6
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38 reviews
8.6
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38 reviews
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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
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.
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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8.6
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21 reviews
8.6
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21 reviews
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I would say that The Ivy is first class in every way and that is largely due to strong leadership advocating for their residents. The facility is gorgeous and clean and much like a country club (order meals...
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 Village at Seven Oaks is an assisted living community located in sunny Bakersfield, Kern County, California. Golfers will love being able to play their favorite game on a year-round basis, and art enthusiasts will enjoy not only classic First Friday activities but Third Thursday events as...
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1717 Floor plans available
Pricing promotions expiring soon
8.5
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48 reviews
8.5
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48 reviews
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This was a very nice community. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff communication with the family, they are responsive with our questions and requests. There are...
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.
Columbus Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Beautifully landscaped and with a neighborly atmosphere, Columbus Estates is nestled among the rolling hills of the San Joaquin Valley . We're just outside of Bakersfield and only a few hours from Los...
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Photo of The Pointe at Summit Hills
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8.5
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3 reviews
8.5
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3 reviews
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We chose The Pointe at Summit Hills because of the fixed price and the ability for my mom to "travel " to the assisted living part of the facilities. They were very friendly and helpful. Seemed to have 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.
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Photo of Golden Castle Assisted Living
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8.0
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2 reviews
8.0
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2 reviews
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It's a wonderful place. The food is very good, loved the daily cupcakes they served each and every day. There was a weekly session were we acted out in skits for fun, and we would record them for later...
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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Photo of Evergreen Residence
44 Photos available
8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
14%
3 star
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2 star
29%
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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...
Photo of Pinewood Glen Retirement
1414 Photos available
7.7
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15 reviews
7.7
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15 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
27%
3 star
27%
2 star
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They let me know exactly what I needed to place my Uncle. The other tenants seemed happy to be there. The property has the necessities for my Uncle to live comfortably. He has made friends and tells me the...
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.
Welcome to Pinewood Glen Retirement Community.We are conveniently located in Southwest Bakersfield with easy access to shopping,transportation,etc. Our community is committed to providing safe and affordable living to fit your day-to-day needs. This independent living retirement community will...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Bakersfield
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6.0
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89 reviews
6.0
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89 reviews
5 star
87%
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I would highly recommend Pacifica. The staff is great. They all care for my mom very much and take exceptional care of her. She's very happy there.
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.
Pacifica Senior Living of Bakersfield California is a wonderful place to live. This unique senior living community will provide your loved one with comfort and all the care needed to live a productive life. Located on beautiful Brookside Drive this community is one of Bakersfield's most upscale...
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It has a very large campus, with about 300 residents. The food here was pretty good. They had a trained chef here. They did have some theft here but they called the police and dealt with it right away.
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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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.
Redwood Senior Living in Bakersfield California is home to older adults seeking to live well in their later years. With services including short stays, assisted living, and Alzheimer’s care, Redwood Senior Living supports every aspect of senior care.At Redwood Senior Living, we are committed to...
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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.
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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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
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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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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My mom has been at Hallmark over a year. (She has mid-stage dementia.) We have been very happy with everything (for the most part). All staff have always been very friendly & accommodating to both me and my...
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.
Since 1986, the owners of Hallmark have built their reputation for providing outstanding care in a safe and inviting environment. Our network of assisted living facilities is designed to provide a comfortable alternative to traditional nursing home care. For years, nursing homes have been the...
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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.
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So far so good. I would give them a three and a half or a four. They could be a little cleaner. They are very kind, and gracious. Beth and Alice are very nice. The staff here saves the day!
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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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
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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.

Cost of independent living in Semitropic, CA

The average cost of senior living in Semitropic is $3,459 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tulare, CA with an average of $3,248 per month.

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

Semitropic, CA
$3,459/mo
$5,144/mo
$6,025/mo

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

Semitropic, CA
$3,459/mo
U.S. national average
$4,147/mo

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

$3,733/mo
Independent Living
$3,459/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,055/mo
Studio
$4,812/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,144/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,934/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,936/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Semitropic over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Semitropic

Recent reviews for independent living in Semitropic

The Palms of San Lauren in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
I would definitely recommend them to my friends. They had an awesome staff and a great Director. My uncle was very happy there.

Pacifica Senior Living Bakersfield

5.0
Very welcoming and friendly informative food is good, it's a bit overwhelming for mom, were hoping this works. We have never done anything like this, so are not sure what to expect.

The Pointe at Summit Hills in Bakersfield, CA

4.9
The Pointe at Summit Hills is the perfect fit for my Mom. I was very impressed with every staff member I met during my 2 visits prior to deciding to place my Mom here. From the front desk staff, to the servers, and even the groundskeeper and maintenance guy… they ALL knew the residents names and ...
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Semitropic independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Semitropic independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Semitropic, 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 Semitropic 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 Semitropic partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Semitropic, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
37.9%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.8%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Semitropic 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 Semitropic communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Semitropic, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
37.9%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Semitropic 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 Semitropic offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Semitropic, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.9%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.7%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.4%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41.4%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
34.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.9%
45.6%
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