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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Desert Lake, CA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 29 independent living facilities in Desert Lake, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Our experience here was excellent, they were outstanding at everything. Although my dad was bedridden, they encouraged him to do PT. The staff were very committed to what they were doing, it was not just a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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Great place to live
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.
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Cost of independent living in Desert Lake, CA

The average cost of senior living in Desert Lake is $4,062 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Atolia, CA with an average of $2,200 per month.

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

Desert Lake, CA
$4,062/mo

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

Desert Lake, CA
$4,062/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,697/mo
Independent Living
$4,062/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,914/mo
Studio
$3,915/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,988/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,870/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$18,925/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Desert Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Desert Lake

Palm Vista Senior Living in Palmdale, CA

4.6
Palm Vista is going well right now, but the only set back is they are not equip with security measures to have someone with a dementia diagnosis in assisted living they have to be in memory care. However, the care staff is friendly and positive and we would recommend this community to other ...
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Knolls West Convalescent Hospital in Victorville, CA

4.3
My mother-in-law was there for rehab. I though the care was good. She's kind of a hypochondriac but my wife thought the care was good too. It was all very good, I thought. It was clean. They had activities for the people if the wanted to take part. She took part a couple and I think she enjoyed ...
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Solstice Senior Living at Apple Valley

5.0
The staff is very friendly and willing to help! The facility is very clean at all times. Maintenance is routine and kept up on. Apartments are good. My parents have one bedroom and have a queens size bed with plenty of space. The living area is good for 2 recliners and a table for 4. My mom's ...
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Desert Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert Lake, 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 Desert Lake 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 Desert Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.7%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Desert Lake 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 Desert Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Lake 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 Desert Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.1%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sterling Inn, Holiday Rancho Village and Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Desert Lake, California. See full list of communities.

There are 29 independent living facilities near Desert Lake, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Desert Lake, California are Holiday Rancho Village, Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care and The Havens at Antelope Valley. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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