The Best Independent Living Communities in El Dorado County, CA

"This facility provided outstanding care for my mother for over two years. The Caregivers were attentive and caring understanding her difficulties in hearing and her cognitive decline. Has mom transitioned into Hospice, the care and communication with the family was compassionate and comforting. The owner is very engaged and always available to answer questions."

"My father has lived here for four months now. I work from his room, so I know what goes on every day, Monday - Friday. The care staff is always very friendly and cheerful. They seem to have a sincere concern about my dad’s well being. They are patient and kind. The management was very thorough and understanding when I visited. The food is restaurant-style excellent! My dad and I are both very pleased with our choice to have him live here. He told me the other day, “I’m pretty well cared for!” I’m so glad we both feel he is in a safe and happy home. I would recommend this place to all who have a parent/relative that means the world to you! They are in good hands at WellQuest of Granite Bay!"

"We toured Sequoia Grove Gracious Retirement Living. I felt like they were selling me a timeshare. The lady explained it and she's the salesperson. She said they're a corporation, and once the facility is at 92% full, she's out of there and moves on to the next one. The administration there was very nice and she sat down and talked with us for a long time about things I like. She showed us 4 or 5 different floor plans and that was nice. And the dining room is fabulous. It has white tablecloths, white cloth napkins, and tall water glasses. And I said, wow, I feel like I've got to get dressed up to come down here and eat. And she said, "No, no, no. We just don't want pajamas and slippers and all that". But I thought it seemed like they spent more money in the dining room than needed. They didn't have a pet fee or a community fee, which is nice. You can have a vehicle, it's no charge, and internet, cable, and all that wi-fi are included, but the rooms, the one-bedroom I looked at that was on the internet for $3,795 was $5,100. And I said, what happened to $3,795 and she said, well, those are other floor plans and we can show you some. They didn't all have balconies. Some of them were just a French door out to a little cement patio. It was very high-end, very expensive, and everything was beautiful. They have a nice, authentic theater. We spoke to a few residents and they were very displeased with the administration. One of the residents pointed in the direction of the lady who was touring us. The lady wasn't there with us that time, but she said "That administration, I don't like them. " For example, she said, I had a Christmas wreath on my door and they complained about it and said I had to take it down. The week before that, they had a contest on door decorations. It could've been that she doesn't get along with them. We just had that one opinion, but that was before we got the tour. And by the time the tour was over, I looked at my daughter and she looked at me. I said I could see what that lady was talking about. They're very pushy. I can't tell you how many times she said, so which one are you comfortable in? And then she's telling me that she can make a deal. She said now, if you don't see me, next time you come in here, you won't get a deal because I can tinker with the prices. I can give you a couple of months, three months, I think she said, or $1,000 off. She was going to make deals like freezing your rent for two years and saying, I can give discounts on things. And she said, but when I'm gone after it's 92% full you won't get those discounts. And she kept saying, if you see one you like, put $100 on it. We'll keep an eye on it. She didn't want me to leave without getting some money from me, and that to me was like a timeshare thing. She was very friendly and very nice, and she wasn't rude or anything, just a little aggressive and pushy."

"Eskaton FountainWood Lodge is an excellent community. They consistently provide great care and food! "

Experience a higher quality lifestyle in a brand new, all-inclusive, 55+ community centered around active adults expecting more out of life. As a marquee destination for active senior living in Auburn, CA, Hearthstone Lodge Senior Residences welcomes you with opulent amenities, spacious floor plans, and exciting resident events, all blended with stellar services. Make yourself comfortable in any of our studio, one, and two-bedroom homes. They feature spacious bedrooms and immaculate kitchens designed with the conveniences you’d expect. More than that, they are adorned with luxurious fixtures like full-size washers and dryers, spectacular mountain views, and weekly housekeeping and linen services. Our 55+ luxury apartments are pet-friendly, too, so don’t hesitate to bring your four-legged friends along! The extensive list of amenities available at Hearthstone Lodge Senior Residences includes something for every taste and style. We have everything from transportation services, all-inclusive restaurant-style dining, wi-fi, satellite television, electric vehicle charging stations, fitness center, interior lobby and exterior courtyard fireplaces to enjoy a cozy conversation with family or friends, and a bocce ball court. The activities we organize regularly add an extra layer of comfort, as they offer ample opportunities to socialize and have fun. Hearthstone Lodge Senior Residences is scheduled to open in January 2025.

"We toured Roseville Commons. I would be concerned about the location. It's behind a strip mall, so I would be concerned about my car getting broken into. My dad drives a Jeep Cherokee so he would be parking in the lot that's kind of open to the public. It's not the best area. I would be concerned about crime. It's a beautiful place. They have water features and beautiful rose gardens. I liked it. They have weekend happy hour, bingo, and all kinds of stuff. That would be my kind of place. Their eating area had an outdoor patio where you could sit outside and eat. However, it just was not as classy as the other place, and I didn't care much for the parking lot. It's just not that great of an area at all. It is not the best neighborhood, so that was kind of a concern, especially when my dad is still able to drive, and getting in and out of his vehicle would have been safer in the other place. They have very nice people though, and their rooms are nice. They have a stove and an oven in the room."

"Everybody at Summerset Senior Living was very friendly, very helpful, and accommodating. They took us on an extensive tour of the facility, answered all our questions, and everything was very clean and very inviting. Then at the end of the tour, we were invited to have lunch in the cafe so that we could experience the food as well and everything was delicious. We liked the facility a lot. We saw a studio and a one-bedroom and both were very spacious with nice big bathrooms, walk-in showers that had a sitting bench, and hand shower near to it so you don't have to stand in the shower. So, everything was very accessible. There was also a little kitchenette. Everything was just very nice."

Experience the best in all-inclusive independent living in Rancho Cordova, CA, at Bear Hollow Estates. Here, you’re greeted with genuine smiles and the warmth of a welcoming community. It’s not just a place to live – it’s a vibrant community where passions are renewed, connections flourish and every day holds new possibilities. One of the greatest benefits of living at Bear Hollow Estates is the opportunity to interact with and enjoy others. Our retirement community offers a wide variety of recreational activities that encourage residents to socialize and connect with one another. Whether playing a spirited game of cards, listening to live entertainment or trying a new restaurant for lunch, the goal is to develop friendships and have plenty of fun!

"I like the friendliness here. It’s very pleasant. I like the idea of having a bedroom, a living room, bathroom, and a kitchenette. I was looking for a place that had bible stud,y and this one does. The staff is wonderful. They’ve been able to answer all of my questions. I meet staff members in the hallways or in the dining room, and they’re very cordial. I like the way they serve the food. They would go in to have a meal. They ask if you’d like to have another person come sit with you. "

"I went to Winding Commons. I like the landscaping. It was very pleasant as you walked in. It's very welcoming. I was there early afternoon and the inside just seemed kind of dark. Other than that, they had some construction going on, and actually that's a good thing. I can't think of anything really negative about it. Overall, it was pretty pleasant. The staff was very cordial. She was doing her job and taking us around. It wasn't like she was feeling burdened by the whole thing or didn't like her job. She was very pleasant, and it was a good visit all in all. They were friendly. Overall, it was very clean. They answered all my questions. It was just a pleasant visit. I saw what I needed to see, and I was satisfied. The facility is a little older than some of the places, but it's well-kept. I didn't see anything that looked like it needed repairing, and it certainly was not dirty. It felt homey. The room I looked at seemed to be fine, and it looked good. It looked nice outside. Everything looked painted and clean inside."

"The Landing at Carmichael was fine. I didn't see anything wrong with it. I saw the studio that they had and they wanted $1800 for a little room like that and that's too much, but it was clean. The person that gave me the tour was a nice lady and was nice telling me everything about the place and introducing me to a lot of people. The dining area looked fine. They were very friendly people."

"All of the nurses are friendly and go out of their way to provide help and information. "

"We had a very good experience at Golden Pond. The facility is clean and well-kept. I was looking at a 2-bedroom apartment; it is of good size -- about 800sq. ft for two bedrooms, a living area, and a bath. The residents seemed very happy, and they said that the food was good. The staff and the occupants were very friendly and seemed very well pleased with the community. They also have access to mobile services to go to the doctors and grocery shopping. "

"I can't state how much I love living here! All the staff is professional and friendly. You are always informed of the goings on. It's kept clean inside & out. They offer a big screen TV, a recreation room with weights, treadmills, & stationary bikes. There is a pool table & lots of games, which some of the residents love! There is a Pastor that comes Sunday afternoon for spiritual uplifting. They also acknowledge your birthday by having cake & ice cream in the large Barelli room. We have potlucks, pan cake breakfasts' Barbecues, & anything you'd like to go to. The size of my apartment is perfect for me. The best is the monthly Newsletters which always have Positive uplifting messages. I see it helps all the residents. We our a real community of residents here, and we look out for one another. I think this makes for a great atmosphere here! "