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47 Independent Living Facilities near The Willows, CA

Last Updated: 7/5/24

If you’re looking for independent living in the The Willows area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in The Willows. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 47 independent living facilities in The Willows, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as San Jose, Santa Cruz or Glenwood.

The Willows Independent Living Facilities | 543 Reviews

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Recent reviews of Independent Living in The Willows, CA
Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA
5.0

This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .

Sunrise of Sunnyvale
5.0

I took a tour with [name removed] , what a sweetheart. She was professional, knowledgeable and represented the company well. I am looking a ways out, but defiantly my first choice. I was very impressed. They also have a great Asian infused menu.

Ivy Park at San Jose
5.0

What we like the most about Ivy Park at San Jose is that the residents themselves were all so friendly and very welcoming. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who are looking for a community for their loved ones.

Atria Willow Glen

1660 Gaton Drive, San Jose, CA 95125

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Atria Willow Glen provides all the comforts of home in a resort-like community. Invite family and friends to enjoy a walk through courtyards with lush landscaping and koi ponds, or take an outing to nearby downtown San Jose. Atria Willow Glen offers easy access to shopping, banks, medical...

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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
4.3(107 reviews)

My 86 year old mom moved into Atria Willow Glen in May 2023. From our first visit, the staff was helpful, responsive, knowledgeable and incredibly supportive. The assisted living team is excellent. Care is...

Belmont Village San Jose

500 South Winchester Boulevard, San Jose, CA 95128

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Belmont Village of San Jose, California is located in a city that is renowned for its quality of life, beautiful climate, and variety of exciting cultural, recreational, educational and entertainment opportunities. The facility is ideally situated directly across the street from the famed...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.4(64 reviews)

Staff is generally friendly to visitors unlike previous facility. Relatives who have visited my dad have made numerous comments to that affect. Facility have live activity leaders in memory care to...

Oakmont of San Jose

917 Thornton Way, San Jose, CA 95128

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.3(26 reviews)

What I like the most about the community is the dining service, the food and the staff. Yes I would recommend this community to other families, If they can afford it. Everyone knows everyone.

Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen

1420 Curci Drive, San Jose, CA 95126

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Set in San Jose's Willow Glen neighborhood, Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen offers easy senior living in a modern building with large apartments. Enjoy the small-town feel and being within walking distance of outdoor cafes, coffee shops, boutiques and bookstores. The high-ceilinged, airy building...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.1(56 reviews)

My loved one was previously a resident at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen and the overall experience was good. The cleanliness was great. The friendliness, staff and meals were all good. The value for cost...

Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community

80 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is a beautiful community located in the center of all the action. We are within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf, beach and boardwalk. Our beautiful building has a charming personality—and a fascinating past—all its own. Sunshine Villa, A...

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Art Classes
4.2(30 reviews)

The facility is circular and beautifully Victorian surrounding a sunny lush garden courtyard. Setting is on a hill three blocks from the ocean. There is always a friendly receptionist close to the entrance...

Sonnet Hill

429 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA 95126

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Our ideas and practices are anchored in The Poetry of Aging, our platform for living at Sonnet Hill.Like a poem, each person has their own pace, style and personality. We truly believe that there is no right or wrong way to be yourself.As lifespans get longer and research gets deeper, we are able...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.6(4 reviews)

It was very clean, friendly staff, the shared rooms were actually quite private, and the price was closer to our budget. I would recommend Sonnet Hill Senior Living as long as they didn't need nursing care...

Belmont Village Los Gatos

5121 Union Ave, San Jose, CA 95124

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Belmont Village brings more than two decades of experience to its peerless Assisted Living and award-winning Memory Care. Our newest community in the Bay Area will offer the unique balance of innovative, research-based programming, best-in-class care and resident-centered living that Belmont...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.8(5 reviews)

My loved one seems to like the food. They are very good at taking ownership of everything, and they have the right people in place to handle any situations. They could be more, consistent with communication...

Villa Fontana Retirement Community

5555 Prospect Road, San Jose, CA 95129

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Here at Villa Fontana Retirement we understand the importance of family. In fact this senior living facility is family owned, so they go from one family to another. Our property is recently remodeled and a beautiful place to live right here in San Jose, CA. We have been in business for 20 years...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.7(6 reviews)

Villa Fontana has very friendly staff. They have excellent executives willing to help with any problems that you may have. Very clean facility. My mom is very happy here! The primary reason we picked Villa...

Brookdale Scotts Valley

100 Lockewood Lane, Scotts Valley, CA 95066

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Fewer Chores, More FunDo you want to experience a retirement rich in exciting events, activities and programs and free from the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning, laundry and yard work? If that sounds like something you want for your life, we have good news. Your dream retirement...

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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
4.1(29 reviews)

My dad likes the security that the facility offers. He knows he's in a safe environment that can scale with his needs. He likes have the meals available and brought to him if needed. He is still very...

Almaden

4610 Almaden Expy, San Jose, CA 95118

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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THE WATERMARK AT ALMADENAn inviting community in the vibrant Bay Area.Known for its innovative and creative spirit, San Jose is the perfect place to call home. The Watermark at Almaden brings exceptional Senior Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care to the scenic South San Jose neighborhood....

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.8(33 reviews)

Right now...the facility is in a transition, so the quality of Aides is a hit or a miss. They do their job, but they are just learning the residents. Some of them are friendly. Some just do their job and...

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Aegis of Aptos

125 Heather Terrace, Aptos, CA 95003

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Aegis of Aptos is one of the Santa Cruz areas newest assisted living communities. Located just minutes from beautiful Monterey Bay, Aegis provides high quality assisted living services in a specially designed environment. Innovative programs, and high staffing ratios enable us to provide the...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
5.0(1 review)

I was very impressed by our tour with Aegis of Aptos. It is a really nice facility and they had a lot of things that they offered. I knew someone who was here and they had a great experience. Unfortunately I...

Oakmont of Silver Creek

3544 San Felipe Rd, San Jose, CA 95128

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
3.8(15 reviews)

The care at Oakmont of Silver Creek is good. Communication regarding issues or changes could improve, regular written reports on the status of the resident is also needed. Staff turn over is high. More...

Brookdale San Jose

1009 Blossom River Way, San Jose, CA 95123

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Experience the Good LifeWhile we are a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in San Jose, California, you might get the impression you stumbled upon a family reunion when you show up on our doorstep for the first time. Our team will greet you with warm smiles and you’ll hear the sound of...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.3(70 reviews)

The facilities were very "homey". The staff was very friendly, professional, and compassionate. They were always there to answer questions, and contacted me if they had questions or concerns. This was in...

Merrill Gardens at Campbell

2115 South Winchester Boulevard, Campbell, CA 95008

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Merrill Gardens at Campbell is luxurious, modern and convenient. Take advantage of being connected to a wellness center in addition to free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Good Samaritan Hospital and Kaiser Permanente Medical Center are also nearby. Most apartments in this modern retirement home...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.1(18 reviews)

When it comes to the activities - my understanding is that they do not have an activities director, and it shows. For over two months now. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this...

Carlton Senior Living San Jose

380 Branham Ln fax# 408-972-0808, San Jose, CA 95136

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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

A Resident’s View: by Hettie Lou DowningI became a “take charge” person the year I turned 10 and my mother’s delicate health dictated that I become her substitute. I left home at age 16 to attend the university and became self-supporting. The lessons I learned from “take charge” employment were...

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4.0(16 reviews)

My mom is really liking her new home. She likes to play bingo and even won a game recently and called to tell me. The community is a very nice and clean place and it is close to my home. Overall, we are...

Campbell Village

290 N San Tomas Aquino Rd, Campbell, CA 95008

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Campbell Village is owned by Premier Senior Care Group. A family operated company whose mission is to create a family-style atmosphere, providing quality care with compassion and understanding. We strive to assure our residents have a safe environment, healthy lifestyle and happiness.  ...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
3.9(22 reviews)

We think it's great. It is working for us and we are very happy with them. This location has 2 floors. They offer activities like bingo. Transportation is offered for doctors appointments as well as outings...

Westgate Villa

5425 Mayme Ave, San Jose, CA 95129

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Westgate Villa is an assisted living community providing memory care in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California. Our magnificent community is located proximally to the Silicon Valley looking on the mountain view of Hamilton. San Jose city is perfect for relaxation and family getaways. With the...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
3.6(11 reviews)

We have been really pleased with Westgate. My mother- in-law has lived there for 2 months. She refused to move out of her house until a medical emergency forced the issue. When she moved, she asked for...

Princess Lodge

552 W Hacienda Ave, Campbell, CA 95008

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Princess Lodge is a private assisted living facility that has created a home like environment for residents. Located in beautiful Campbell. California. Princess Lodge is a non-medical assisted living area. You will not find any medical personnel on staff, however, you will find a gathering...

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Art Classes
3.5(6 reviews)

From the parts of the community we did get to see it was clean, and the activities were still pretty limited with the restrictions. We priced quite a few other communities and for what we had to pay it was a...

Lincoln Glen Manor

2671 Plummer Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Lincoln Glen Manor provides an assisted living community for seniors who are looking to be a part of all that San Jose, Santa Clara County, California has to offer. This community offers the memory care that seniors need along with a great location. The beautiful city of San Jose provides...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
3.3(6 reviews)

My experience has been quite good with Lincoln Glen Manor. The caregivers are very patient, and caring. I'm quite pleased with the care they provide to my mom. The food is quite good as well. My mom is...

Paradise Villa

2177 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

About the communityWelcome to Paradise Villa Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our senior living community is pleasantly located in Santa Cruz, California, on 17th Avenue. We’re a dignified and affordable solution for families seeking assisted living care in the area. For over 40 years we’ve...

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3.0(1 review)
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

We are located just miles from the Saratoga Village and Downtown Los Gatos. Our home city, downtown Saratoga features a year-round farmers’ market, and the Hakone Gardens, located just minutes from our campus, hosts one of the most authentic Japanese-style gardens in North America. Our Assisted...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
2.9(9 reviews)

My Mom and Dad chose this place for themselves. They have been at this facility for 14 years. It has been a wonderful place for both of them. My dad passes away in 2008 and my mom has since moved into...

Dominican Oaks

3400 Paul Sweet Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
4.0(1 review)

I've lived here for two years and I am very pleased with my life here. The community is very friendly and supportive. There are many activities offered here to keep our bodies and minds busy. Many of the...

Capitola Manor

1098 38th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides: Assisted Living

Capitola ManorCapitola Manor is a uniquely beautiful and welcoming assisted living community nestled within Santa Cruz, CA. The landscaped community has much to offer in the way of being a home away from home. Trees and shrubs surround the property, which gives way to a peaceful and quiet setting...

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4.0(1 review)

nice staff, clean rooms, despite the drought, the yard was still pleasant.dining area was nice, and large kitchen looked good. still a bit high priced, but may be able to swing this place...

Somerset Senior Living

1050 St. Elizabeth Dr, San Jose, CA 95126

Provides: Assisted Living

Sakura Gardens Villa LLC

531 N Central Ave, Campbell, CA 95008

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

HMC of Campbell is located in the beautiful state of California where the weather is deemed to be perfect year round. The senior care facility that has been in business for more than 30 years provides superior care for the elderly that requires assisted living. We are known for the compassion...

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2.8(5 reviews)

The facility seemed clen, but was overly hot. Easy parking with handicap parking. Staff was very friendly. RN is on site at all times. Currently, 13 residents; usual max is 16, but can be 21. Shared...

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Cost of independent living in The Willows, CA

The average cost of senior living in The Willows is 5,413 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pajaro Dunes, CA with an average of 4,247 per month.

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Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

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Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Sunrise of San Mateo are the top rated independent living facilities near The Willows, California. See full list of communities.

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The best independent living facilities near you in The Willows, California are Atria Willow Glen. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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