The 20 Best Independent Living Communities in California

"I moved my dear 93 year old aunt at Cogir 18 months ago. I am very glad I did. The place is lovely, always clean and well maintained. The staff are uniformly cheerful. I appreciate the dedication of the Medical Director, Allison and one of their special team members, Nisi. " - Kate

"Atria of La Jolla is for independent living only. On site care for assisted living and memory care is not available, although residents can make arrangements for visitations by such professionals. The facility is fairly old and shows it. The salesperson was professional and courteous, but the place just didn’t fit our projected needs." - Alan

"I'm so grateful that my family was able to find me such a wonderful new home. After losing my best friend/husband I became very depressed and started having some memory loss. It was a very scary time in my life. My family started to worry and was able to convince me to give Senior Living a try. I could not be more thankful that I agreed to it with the help of my adult children. The staff here ..." - Sharon

"I am extremely thankful for the staff at Casa Sandovalfor their kindness and dedication to my parents. They provided them with a safe living environment and offered activities and dining options that made them feel comfortable. The caregivers were very caring in maintaining a connection between us during the COVID restrictions, and I was grateful that they could provide different levels of care. M..." - Beatrice

"I think Maravilla is wonderful." - Patricia

"My parents picked this community for its spacious apartments. They are independent right now but the community lets you age in place as your care needs increase which was different form the other communities we visited." - Delaney

"I took my grandmother to Oakmont Fullerton yesterday for a tour and was extremely impressed. The staff were incredibly responsive and caring, answering all of our questions before we arrived. The facility itself is absolutely stunning, in a secluded location right next to hiking trails. My grandmother put down a deposit yesterday and we are looking forward to moving in next week. I would highly re..." - Dick

"My father loved the location because of how close it is to the beach. It is def more on the luxury side and has a lot of modern amenities that you would expect from a luxury community. He loves all the social activities at Oakmont." - Richard

"Like being on a vacation! Dining like a cruise ship! Huge, heated pool & hot tub . Great exercise program.. Fabulous instructor, Tanya. Movie theater, painting classes, enrichment seminars and more!" - Merryl

"My parents chose this community for its larger sized apartments. They amenities are also very helpful specially the indoor pool that my father enjoys. They have been doing really well there with all the social programs. They are quite independent right now with mainly medication management but it is good to know that they can age in place with additional levels of care. " - Luanna

"Friendly and Helpful‼️ It’s not the exception It’s Their Culture❣️Me and my wife visit our friend who experiencing the onset of dementia and we have personally witnessed the Entire Staff being Patient Accommodating and Genuinely Loving in A Professional Way ❣️To be honest I wanted our friends to select a different place But I Was Wrong ‼️ Honestly Chose Terraces = No Regrets" - Michael

"Not only is Coastal Heights Vibrant, the residents match that energy! Residents are all happy & active. I just got hired on as the Director of Sales & Marketing. From the owners to the executive director, they are all very kind to the Staff & Residents. Everyone is very happy! Please come see for yourself Our Resort Lifestyle for Seniors. Just amazing." - Cindy

"Just visited this community. The staff was friendly. The food looked good. The rooms were well maintained." - Jennifer

"I recently stopped by Belmont Village to visit my aunt who recently moved there. My cousins had had a hard time finding somewhere close, affordable and that seemed like it had good care and this was one of the few places that met all three categories (though to be fair, it seems like assisted living is just expensive all over). I was so impressed with the community - it looks more like a high end..." - Isabel

"I have now lived at Coterie for three and a half years and have been extremely happy. I wrote a very positive review shortly after I moved here and this one will be even better!. It feels so much like home and I would say that I am looking forward to spending the rest of my life here. I feel cared for by our superb staff, feel engaged in our diverse activities, entertained by so many events and..." - Carlota

Ivy Park at Murrieta stands as a beacon of compassionate and innovative care within its vibrant community. Nestled in a secure and serene neighborhood, it offers residents a tranquil environment complemented by easy access to essential amenities such as Valley Regional Oncology, Rite Aid Pharmacy, and a selection of delightful cafes and parks. The surrounding area, characterized by its lush beauty...

"In the time that i've resided in Grossmon Gardens, I have found the staff to be open and welcoming. At the start of every month, residents join the staff for a meeting where to give input, voice our concerns and criticisms. The food is really really good that I have even put on some weight." - Storm

"Your residence is very compact. My wife is not ready to enter this kind of life, as yet. I had some consern of not knowing what the cost would be. I talked with Ruth and she gave me the cost , to have my wife there, however when we took the tour, the gentle man , who showed us around, couldnot give me a cost. He said the building had change hands, and costs would be different" - john

"My parents recently moved in to Oakmont after having sold their home of 37 years. I can't say that they were excited about this chapter of their lives but after a few months I can't believe how well they have adjusted. It's a beautiful facility and tastefully decorated as well, with some nice common areas and even a raised gardening area that my mom loves to visit (she was the big gardener in our ..." -

"Peninsula Pointe By Cogir is an exceptional community! The Executive Director Desiree Kitagawa and her staff work tirelessly to provide a luxurious experience at nominal rates. The environment is welcoming, engaging and complimented by supportive staff that will always greet you with a smile! Oh I would be remiss not to mention the restaurant quality dining experience I had! Hats off to the chef! ..." - Michelle