La Posada Retirement Community (Independent Living)

    609 Frederick St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    3.1 · 8 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living

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    Amenities

    3.13 · 8 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
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    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.2
    • Staff

      3.1
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Building

      3.3
    • Value

      2.9

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    About La Posada Retirement Community (Independent Living)

    La Posada Retirement Community (Independent Living) sits in a welcoming and comfortable spot that many people call charming and intimate, where you'll find apartments with private baths and kitchenettes, and there are three floor plans to pick from, including studio and one-bedroom layouts, so folks can choose what works for them. The community's been around since 1980, with a setup that supports safe, independent living for older adults who want to stay active but might need some support here and there with daily activities, and since it's part of a bigger senior care community, there's easy access to assisted living if needs change. The grounds have lovely flower gardens, a lap pool, and a hot tub, and you'll find a billiards area, crafts room, exercise room, library, pool and spa, and a beauty salon-all made to help residents stay active and engaged. Meals are served twice daily in a community dining room, where trained staff focus on making sure each meal's got enough vitamins and minerals, and there are always different fine dining choices. People here don't have to worry about chores since there's weekly housekeeping, and transportation goes out for shopping, outings, or doctor's visits, so getting around isn't a hassle. There's always something to do-cultural activities, faith-based groups, classes, clubs, and daily events-including raised bed gardening for those who like to get their hands in the dirt, and the residents' association helps people make friends and join in special activities that keep minds and bodies busy. The staff are known for being friendly, helpful, and joyful to both residents and visitors, but there's no on-site medical staff, so no direct medical care happens here. Local senior living advisors are around to give guidance and help people figure out what's best for them, and you'll always see people gathering for a chat, a meal, or a quiet rest. La Posada is a HUD-subsidized community, so some help with costs may be possible. The whole place is built around making sure seniors can live as independently as possible, in a social, safe, and maintenance-free environment. Every detail, from the garden walks to the club meetings, aims to give older adults a sense of belonging and a good, active lifestyle, and reviews mention feeling supported and not alone.

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