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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Wawona, CA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Wawona 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 Wawona. 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 21 independent living facilities in Wawona, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Oakhurst, Ahwahnee or Fish Camp.

Wawona Independent Living Facilities | 443 Reviews

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Average starting price $3,499/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Wawona, CA
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

Skyline Place in Sonora, CA
5.0

Our Mom spent 4 1/2 years at Skyline Place and recently passed away there. We have nothing but praise for the staff. They loved and cared for her like family. The facility and services were excellent. Mom raved about Skyline to everyone she met. We are grateful for their care for our dear Mom.

Pacifica Senior Living Fresno
3.3

My loved one is a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Fresno. The staff is AMAZING! However, it's the new owners that are failing. The carpets are nasty and should be replaced like we were told at the time of our sign up. Their staff is way over worked. The new owners don't treat them very well and staff are leaving and they aren't hiring more people to replace them. The food quality and portion sizes are going down hill FAST! They no longer have a chef, only 1 cook and it shows! It takes way too long to get food and we were told by the cook that all of the meals are now pre-made meals that they just warm up as they are ordered. They don't have any activities, except for bingo or cards after every meal and also an art class. Overall, for the cost, they need to do better.

Truewood by Merrill, Clovis

675 W Alluvial Ave, Clovis, CA 93611

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9.8
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73 reviews

Truewood by Merrill, Clovis was the first and only facility we toured. There is something special about Beau and the staff that let us know our grandmother would be cared for. Truewood is clean, the staff go...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Since 1990, we've provided compassionate and professional assisted living and other senior care services to residents in the Fresno and Clovis areas. Each member of our staff is dedicated to the betterment and enrichment of our residents' lives, whether they're administering dementia care or...

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The Hampshire

3460 'R' Street, Merced, CA 95348

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44 reviews

Everyone has been very responsive to questions or situations. I am always kept advised about my mom and what is going on. I highly recommend The Hampshire to others looking.

Provides: Independent Living
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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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Cogir of Cedar Creek

500 N Westberry Blvd, Madera, CA 93637

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29 reviews

Just this past December, I needed to find a place for my Dad as he could no longer live alone. I had done my research and visited MANY different senior living facilities ranging from Madera all the way to...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We are locally owned yet professionally managed by Integral Senior Living.

Park Merced

3050 M Street, Merced, CA 95348

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17 reviews

The facility offers a lot of fun activities, and the staff is kind and caring. Of special note is the food. The menu is different every week, and the food and desserts are delicious!

Provides: Assisted Living

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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Fairwinds - Woodward Park

9525 N. Fort Washington Rd., Fresno, CA 93730

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52 reviews

It's not home and has been an adjustment but for what it is it's fine. I chose Fairwinds mainly for 2 reasons. Because of my eyesight I had to give up my license. They have transportation for medical...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Located on the North Side of Fresno, in the Woodward Park area near San Joaquin River, this is retirement living that's so fun you'll ask yourself, 'Am I retired or am I on vacation?' Here is just a little of what your day might be like living at Fairwinds - Woodward Park Retirement Community. ...

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Skyline Place

12877 Sylva Lane, Sonora, CA 95370

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25 reviews

It was a very positive experience and they were very helpful in helping us make adjustments. Yes we would recommend it to others. Sonora is a beautiful city in the lower Sierras and Skyline Place is in....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Skyline Place, a senior living community that puts relationships first. We hear, again and again, that walking through our front door feels a lot more like walking into grandma and grandpa’s house than walking into a nursing home. That’s because our residents and staff sincerely care...

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The Windham by Cogir

1100 E Spruce Ave, Fresno, CA 93720

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23 reviews

They are not properly staffed in the kitchen and causes delays. However, based on the experience we have had we would recommend The Windham by Cogir community to other families who may need a place for their...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Experience Life at The Windham.Imagine living in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Fresno on a beautiful 10-acre campus with lush landscaping and walking paths, close to shopping, restaurants, and medical services, and just minutes from Woodward Park. At The Windham you get all this and...

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The Grove

7444 North Cedar Avenue, Fresno, CA 93720

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32 reviews

Everyone is so friendly that works there. Once my mom got used to the day to day activities and made friends she has been happy. She’s eating better, getting out and seems happier. As a family we are happy...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Grove is ideally located in north Fresno,in the heart of the medical community. Situated close to shopping, restaurants, parks and spiritual centers makes it easy for families and friends to visit.

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Pacifica Senior Living Fresno

1715 E Alluvial Ave, Fresno, CA 93720

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8.7
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52 reviews

My dad was at Pacifica for almost 6 months and had a great experience. He has since moved out. During his stay there, they were very patient and accommodating with his needs.

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Situated on five beautifully manicured acres, Pacifica Fresno is a senior living community where active older adults continue to pursue the passions they’ve always enjoyed.This independent and assisted living community offers a selection of one- and two-bedroom apartments with an array of...

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Westmont of Fresno

7442 N. Millbrook Ave., Fresno, CA 93720

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8.4
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39 reviews

If a friend asked about my experience I would say that overall, it has been mostly positive. I would like the communication to flow more smoothly between myself and my mom's caregivers. As her mental decline...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Westmont of Fresno Inspired Senior Living. At Westmont we offer assisted living and secure memory care on one beautiful campus. At Cottonwood Court, we realize that nobody knows your loved one better than you and that is what makes us different than other communities. We have created...

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Pacifica Senior Living Merced

3420 R Street, Merced, CA 95348

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.8
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54 reviews

My aunt wanted to move back to California to be near family. She is 89 years old and very picky and wants things done her way. Pacifica’s employees always try to satisfy her requests but not always as fast...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Magnolia Crossing Assisted Living and Memory Care

32 West Sierra Avenue, Clovis, CA 93612

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1 review

Facility is good. Most staff seem like they actually care. Staff rotates from between the 3 houses each week so no one gets stuck caring for the same residents day in and day out causing people to dislike...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Magnolia Crossing is an award-winning assisted living and memory care community committed to providing exceptional housing, care and assistance in activities of daily living for seniors in the heart of Clovis. Magnolia Crossing opened in 2018. Locally owned and operated, close to shopping,...

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Mariposa Pines Villa

5201 Crystal Aire Dr., Mariposa, CA 95338

1 review

They are doing a great job! Stacey keeps a pretty good eye on things. She checks in on her fairly often. If they need anything they always have a call button. She likes the food, she says it's very good. It's an old building but they are remodeling i...

Provides: Assisted Living

Golden Years Retirement Center

160 S. 13th St., Chowchilla, CA 93610

Provides: Assisted Living

Meadowview Manor

19227 South Court, Sonora, CA 95370

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Harmony Bay

750 W. Alluvial, Clovis, CA 93611

1 review

My mom used to live here. The apartments were nice for just a general senior apartment complex. They did have some community activities. They had bingo and crafts and other activities like that so for...

Provides: Senior Apartments

Welcome Home to the perfect residential community for active seniors!Harmony BayIndependent Livingfor Ages 55 & Better...Lease one of our apartment homes and you will experience the best of all possible worlds with the comfort and quality you want, plenty of the necessities that make living...

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Alterra Wynwood of Fresno

7442 N Millbrook Ave, Fresno, CA 93720-3239

Provides: Assisted Living

Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...

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Sierra Villa Rest Home

175 W. Sierra Ave., Clovis, CA 93612

Provides: Assisted Living

Our mission is to provide culturally sensitive residential services of the highest quality to our Elderly population in the Fresno/Clovis area. We believe in the principles of prevention, continuity of care, and collaboration with the people most involved in the lives of our residents. We are...

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Sonora Hills

19601 Greenley Rd, Sonora, CA 95370-6961

Provides: Assisted Living

Sierra Meadows

720 West 15th Street, Merced, CA 95340

Provides: Senior Apartments

Sierra Meadows

720 West 15th Street, Merced, CA 95340

Provides: Senior Apartments
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Cost of independent living in Wawona, CA

The average cost of senior living in Wawona is 3,499 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jerseydale, CA with an average of 3,127 per month.

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What is independent living?

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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Skyline Place, Sonora Senior Living and Mariposa Pines Villa are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wawona, California. See full list of communities.

There are 21 independent living facilities near Wawona, California. See the full list.

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

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