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Photo of The Hampshire
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2020 Floor plans available
9.5
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44 reviews
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44 reviews
5 star
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Not perfect, but good. What I like the most about The Hampshire is that it is clean, safe, and a great value for the price! I highly recommend the Hampshire
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.
The Hampshire is built on beautiful grounds in the green heart of California's agricultural Central Valley, you'll love the graceful elegance and friendliness of your new home. We're just minutes from shopping, dining, healthcare and wonderful regional entertainment.
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9.9
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29 reviews
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9%
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They ensure the level of care a resident's doctor recommends is taken into account and is followed for the well-being of the resident.
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.
We are locally owned yet professionally managed by Integral Senior Living.
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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17 reviews
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From day one, I found the staff to be super supportive with all my concerns and I am heartened to know that the proper care of my family member is their priority. They have been wonderful!
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.
Park Merced is an assisted living community in the beautiful area of Merced, California. It is within a residential neighborhood located just outside San Francisco, providing you with easy access to parks, water activities, entertainment and much more. You'll choose from several floor plans and...
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55 Floor plans available
7.8
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All and all they very good sometimes there communication was a little slow like all facilities depending on who's working but I always knew mom was safe and in good hands..
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.
Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Merced, a beautifully appointed senior living community that elevates assisted living, memory care, and respite care to a new standard of excellence.Offering affordable fees for our Heartland™ Assisted Living and Legacies™ Memory Care programs, Pacifica Senior...
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The staff members have been super friendly and every time we visit the place is kept clean. We don't get to visit all that much but when we do get to speak with our loved one she says she is really happy...
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.
Autumn Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Clarkston, Michigan in a secluded, wooded area, just off Dixie Highway. We are known for developing a personal relationship with our residents and providing customized care and attention. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents....
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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: 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.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Dairyland, CA

The average cost of senior living in Dairyland is $3,107 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include University of California-Merced, CA with an average of $2,605 per month.

Independent living costs in Dairyland, CA, vs. nearby cities

Dairyland, CA
$3,107/mo
$3,240/mo

Independent living costs in Dairyland, CA, vs. state and national averages

Dairyland, CA
$3,107/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Dairyland, CA, vs. other senior living options

$3,083/mo
Independent Living
$3,107/mo

Independent living costs in Dairyland, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,523/mo
Studio
$3,390/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,525/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,945/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,995/mo

Senior living costs in Dairyland vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Dairyland, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDairyland, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,107/mo$4,434/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$3,338/mo$4,287/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$3,083/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Dairyland, CA:$3,107/mo
California:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Dairyland, CA:$3,338/mo
California:$4,287/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Dairyland, CA:$3,083/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Dairyland

Recent reviews for independent living in Dairyland

Cogir of Cedar Creek in Madera, CA

5.0
When I arrived here at Cedar Creek, I was diagnoses with stage 4 Parkinson. I have lived here for over 10 years I have enjoyed every day. I am now stage 1-2. I am a president of resident council, ambassador and gold keg

Park Merced

4.9
Park Merced was a great help to our family in helping us with mom. Mom's room had an awful smell around the bathroom and we could never find the source. Staff is super awesome and did everything they can for us or our mom. Staff was great getting mom her medication and cleaning mom. Mom was ...
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Autumn Ridge in Kerman, CA

4.3
My Mom and Dad are getting excellent care at Autumn Ridge, Kerman. They have lived in three previous facilities and this one has been the best fit for their needs. My Mom is full time wheelchair bound and the caregivers are very reliable and efficient in their care of her. They check on her ...
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Dairyland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dairyland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dairyland, 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 Dairyland 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 Dairyland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dairyland, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dairyland 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 Dairyland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dairyland, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dairyland 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 Dairyland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dairyland, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
40%
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The Hampshire, Cogir of Cedar Creek and Park Merced are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dairyland, California. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Dairyland, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Dairyland, California are Cogir of Cedar Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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