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The cost of independent living in Yosemite Valley is about $3,499 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 36 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Yosemite Village, Nipinnawasee and Darrah.

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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
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.
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 community is like an apartment setting. They have a nice backyard with tables to be able to sit. The staff was very friendly and nice. The care manager was very good. we would have liked to see the...
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.
Welcome to Sonora Senior Living. We are a Senior Living Community for people who may need some help or a lot of help with activities of daily living or just want a break from the responsibilities of keeping up their own home. Some of our residents just need a break for a short time due to health...
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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....
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: 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.
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.
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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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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Cost of independent living in Yosemite Valley, CA

The average cost of senior living in Yosemite Valley is $3,499 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include El Portal, CA with an average of $3,113 per month.

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

Yosemite Valley, CA
$3,499/mo

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

Yosemite Valley, CA
$3,499/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

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

$3,771/mo
Independent Living
$3,499/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,475/mo
Studio
$4,845/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,695/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,795/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Yosemite Valley

Recent reviews for independent living in Yosemite Valley

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.

Sonora Senior Living in Jamestown, CA

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful, the director does a great job and is very open to discussion. The caregivers have adopted my mom and treat her really well. I would definitely recommend this community to others

Yosemite Valley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Yosemite Valley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Yosemite Valley, 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 Yosemite Valley 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 Yosemite Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Yosemite Valley, CANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
32.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Yosemite Valley 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 Yosemite Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Yosemite Valley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Yosemite Valley 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 Yosemite Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Yosemite Valley, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.7%
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Skyline Place, Sonora Senior Living and Mariposa Pines Villa are the top-rated independent living facilities near Yosemite Valley, California. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Yosemite Valley, California. See the full list.

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