Independent Living in Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto has 4 independent living, life plan and 55+ communities on Lilisity. Each also holds a state license for assisted living or other care. Lilisity publishes no score or ranking for these communities.
All 4 in Palo Alto
Listed with state-licensed communities first, then by name. Being listed is not a rating.
| Community | Type | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Channing Housestate licensed850 Webster Street | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care | 264 residents |
| Moldaw Family Residences at 899 Charlestonstate licensed899 East Charleston Road | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care | 270 residents |
| Vi at Palo Alto (Independent Living and Assisted Living and Continuing Care)state licensed620 Sand Hill Road | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care | 876 residents |
| Webster House (Independent Living and Assisted Living and Continuing Care)state licensed401 Webster Street | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care | 54 residents |
There are also 4 income-restricted senior apartment buildings in Palo Alto, where rent is set by income. They are listed on the Santa Clara County page.
What the types mean
Independent living. Apartments or cottages for older adults who live on their own. Meals, activities, housekeeping and transport are often included or offered. Personal care is not part of it.
Life plan community. A campus with independent living plus assisted living, memory care or nursing care, usually with an entry fee and a contract that covers care later.
55+ apartments. Rental or co-op apartments for people 55 or 62 and over, with no care services.
Income-restricted senior apartments. Apartments for older adults with rent set by income, through HUD, USDA or tax-credit programs. There are income limits and often a wait list.
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