Individual units offer home like amenities including ceiling fans, detailed molding, larger closets, pantries, and other qualities that might be found in a luxury home . Village at Alameda Originally designed, build and colocated next to Horizon Health care, this north valley location offers a serene setting in a comfy southwestern ambiance. The high occupancy at the Village is a perfect example of tenants favoring a community with a staff that is friendly, and concerned for their needs. In an age of institutions, mergers, and conglomerations, Bear Canyon is an interesting twist. Run by two on-site couples, the property offers independent living with a down home feeling.
Leases are month to month, meals are included, and the focus is on an active lifestyle.
The oldest of the newer generation of senior living, Grand Court recently added 60 assisted living units to capture internal tenants that were relocating when they needed additional services. Grand Court was the only community I visited that offered meals around the clock. Legislation in the 1980's required these communities to establish a 55 years or older policy, or open their doors to all age ranges. Independent Living - A recent addition to this marketplace, independent living is one level above the common apartment unit. Typical independent living communities offered beefed up security, a social director, and concierge services.