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The cost of independent living in Simmler is about $4,575 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 344 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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9.7
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99 reviews
9.7
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99 reviews
5 star
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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.
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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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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23 reviews
9.5
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The Oaks has been a wonderful place for mom. After having on accident she was no longer able to stay home alone so we needed help and the Oaks has been wonderful! She is always busy, happy and well cared...
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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Photo of The Oaks at Nipomo
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55 Floor plans available
9.4
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18 reviews
9.4
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18 reviews
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My Father is happy there. The staff care for him and love him like he is family. I am assured he is cared for and safe. The therapists on staff provide services to him when it is needed. Staff let me know...
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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9.1
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31 reviews
9.1
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31 reviews
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The med-techs and caregivers are amazing. The staff are very kind and capable. Residents seem quite friendly and happy and make friends easily. Its all very clean and lovely and homey. Nightly movies in 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 Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLOWe describe our independent and assisted living lifestyles as “simply abundant living” because with us, each day holds endless opportunities to discover your talents and purpose through hobbies and cultural pursuits, serving neighbors, outdoor...
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1616 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.0
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42 reviews
9.0
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42 reviews
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Administrative staff - 0 (I expect this will get better, now that there's new management. [name removed] was really just terrible.) Food, quality and options, over the last few months, really declined. It...
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.
Conveniently located between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is a campus-style retirement community that provides a wide spectrum of care. Enjoy being near golf courses, wineries, the Veteran's Administration Building and Marian Regional Medical Center. Take...
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8.9
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25 reviews
8.9
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25 reviews
5 star
56%
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20%
3 star
8%
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0%
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I do recommend this alternative living residence. Ivy Park has all levels of living assistance. It is a well kept facility and the staff have been great. The facility was very well kept and the staff was...
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.
Ivy Park at Seven Oaks is a senior living community convenient to popular casual dining and shopping centers. The property offers beautiful spaces, indoors and out, to gather with friends and family. At Ivy Park our seniors are empowered to maximize their independence and personal growth. We...
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8.6
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25 reviews
8.6
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25 reviews
5 star
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24%
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Santa Maria terrace was great. The only negative is the ambassadors tried their best as was a new. The staff were wonderful, welcoming and the facility was clean. Would still recommend.
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.
Santa Maria Terrace — located in sunny Santa Maria, California — provides the best value with our apartments, including an abundance of amenities and a large range of services. Whether you want to simplify your life or need assistance with daily tasks, Santa Maria Terrace offers something for...
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2323 Floor plans available
8.2
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47 reviews
8.2
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47 reviews
5 star
66%
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17%
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11%
2 star
6%
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Las Brisas is a very nice senior living community. The location is great. The rooms are very nice also with most all of them having either a deck or patio area. The floors, halls and common areas are all...
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.
Las Brisas provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Perched on a hilltop overlooking the lights of San Luis Obispo, from our dining room you'll enjoy stunning views of the Irish Hills and Madonna Mountain.
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5 star
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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.
Lush surroundings … Gourmet dining … Exciting adventures … Lasting friendships … This is life at The Villages.The Villages of San Luis Obispo unite compassionate staff, caring communities, and a comprehensive continuum of care for residents and their families. Our advanced, holistic approach to...
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33 Floor plans available
6.8
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29 reviews
6.8
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29 reviews
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49%
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34%
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Overall experience - the right move at the right time. It is Clean. Some features are an little worn. Friendliness - mostly depends on the person and the day. More advanced care is limited. Recently lost...
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.
Creston Village is an assisted living and memory care community located in the thriving city of Paso Robles. Paso Robles is a thriving city best known for its abundance of hot springs, wineries and almond orchards, and it is the host of the California Mid-State Fair. Our luxurious community is...
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The community is a beautiful place, and each room has its own bathroom. They have lots of activities including holiday fun, the food is cooked by a chef, and the grounds are amazing. The owners are...
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.
Where Our Home Is Your Home!We are both shared and Private Bedrooms with; Private bathroomPrivate french doorsEach rooms has control heating/air3 hole golfStanding gardensSpa, hair & nailMassage Club HouseExecutive Chef
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: 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.
Active Adult Apartments – The Towbes WayVilla del Sol is where the 55+ can seize the day. Nestled in beautiful Santa Maria, Villa del Sol offers a fresh take on senior living. Developed by the award-winning firm, The Towbes Group, every detail fosters a sharp new look in senior living.This...
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: 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.
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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
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, 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: 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.
Wyndham Residence is located in the quaint town of Arroyo Grande, close to shops, banks and other amenities. Its beautiful country manor architecture features a spacious courtyard and meandering pathways that guide you through colorful gardens, a fruit orchard, and the largest bird aviary on the...
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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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1010 Floor plans available
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Simmler, CA

The average cost of senior living in Simmler is $4,575 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $3,443 per month.

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

Simmler, CA
$4,575/mo
$4,601/mo

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

Simmler, CA
$4,575/mo
U.S. national average
$4,129/mo

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

$5,260/mo
Independent Living
$4,575/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,181/mo
Studio
$4,998/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,604/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,596/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,030/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Simmler over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Simmler

Recent reviews for independent living in Simmler

A Heavenly Home in Paso Robles, CA

4.8
Kind Caring Concerned Involved Compassionate Great Meals

Las Brisas in San Luis Obispo, CA

4.9
Would recommend whole heartedly. Worried that low occupancy is causing staffing shortage.We picked because of the good reviews and immediate availability.

Ivy Park at Seven Oaks in Bakersfield, CA

5.0
I would rate Ivy all 5s. The cost is significant, but they have worked hard and made suggestions that help keep it stable. It is a wonderful facility and program. The staff is terrific, caring, and kind.

Simmler independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Simmler independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Simmler, 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 Simmler 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 Simmler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Simmler, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.2%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
21.2%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.3%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Simmler 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 Simmler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Simmler, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
36.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.3%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Simmler 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 Simmler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Simmler, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.2%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.3%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.4%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
47%
Dances
Dances
30.3%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46.6%
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Brookdale Riverwalk, The Oaks at Paso Robles and The Oaks at Nipomo are the top-rated independent living facilities near Simmler, California. See full list of communities.

There are 36 independent living facilities near Simmler, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Simmler, California are Brookdale Riverwalk and The Oaks at Paso Robles. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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