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4 star
17%
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WHEN VISITING MY GRANDFATHER I WAS GREETED WITH A SMILE AND WAS DELIGHTED TO SEE HOW CLEAN THE FACILITY WAS. EVERYONE I PASSED HAD A SMILE AND WAS SUPER NICE MY GRANDFATHER LOOKED SO HAPPY AND WAS ENJOYING...
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.
Montecito Manor Montecito Manor is an assisted living community located in the scenic mountainside town of Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California. This residence is a specialized memory care center for seniors living with dementia and Alzheimer's. The center is near Flodberg Park and several...
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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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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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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
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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.
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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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.
Morgan Hill Villa is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly providing harmonious living and care right in the heart of Morgan Hill. Here you'll enjoy all the benefits of a warm home atmosphere. You will have confidence knowing that your needs will be met - now and in the future. We...
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Cost of independent living in Pinnacles, CA

The average cost of senior living in Pinnacles is $4,388 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dos Palos, CA with an average of $3,098 per month.

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

Pinnacles, CA
$4,388/mo
$4,599/mo

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

Pinnacles, CA
$4,388/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,602/mo
Independent Living
$4,388/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,321/mo
Studio
$5,314/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,120/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,851/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,770/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Pinnacles

Recent reviews for independent living in Pinnacles

Ivy Park at Monterey

5.0
The is was a very good community for tracks my husband I brought there while we moved in from Boston to California, and I needed to have him be in a safe place, and that certainly was the case. So now it's important for him to be able to be back home again.

Merrill Gardens at Gilroy

4.8
This is a good community to live. My loved one was able to make friends quickly here, and they feel safe. The staff communication with the family has been good and they have been responsive to our questions about our loved one. There are three meals a day served and there are choices for the ...
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Whispering Pines Inn, LLC in Hollister, CA

5.0
Whispering Pines Inn has devotedly served the San Benito County for over 26 years. The management & staffs are caring & very responsive to their elderly residents. Being a caregiver is not an easy task. You have to have the heary & compassion which I have seen with the employees as well ad ...
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Pinnacles independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pinnacles independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pinnacles, 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 Pinnacles 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 Pinnacles partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pinnacles, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.4%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pinnacles 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 Pinnacles communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pinnacles, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pinnacles 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 Pinnacles offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pinnacles, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.4%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.8%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.9%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.1%
40%
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The Cottages of Carmel, Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care and Merrill Gardens at Gilroy are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pinnacles, California. See full list of communities.

There are 42 independent living facilities near Pinnacles, California. See the full list.

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