Mission Viejo, California
Mission Viejo lies in the Orange County Travel Region of California. Southern California offers the retiree some of the world's top ameneties in terms of natural beauty, diverse cultural attractions and luxurious weather but these come at a (high) price for Real Estate as well as cost of living.
Retirement Communities:
A & G Elderly Retirement Homes (949) 581-0678
Atria Del Sol http://www.atriaseniorliving.com/ (949) 458-1176
A & G Elderly Retirement Homes (949) 458-9612
Rose Garden Retirement (949) 458-1190
National Retirement Benifits http://www.nrb-assn.com/ (949) 587-0881
Adriana Elderly Care Homes http://www.adrianaelderlycarehome.com/ (949) 859-5625
Sunrise of Mission Viejo http://www.sunriseseniorliving.com/ (949) 582-2010
Heritage Pointe Development http://www.heritagepointe.org/ - (949) 364-9685
Paragon Gardens Assist Living http://www.sunwestmanagement.com/ (949) 364-6210
B & B's Country Manor (949) 581-1969
Population of Mission Viejo: 95,000
Weather: Excellent, moderate, sunny and warm. www.socchambers.com/article.cfm?id=1086
Cost of Living: High
Housing Costs in Mission Viejo: High
Zillow has more detail for home prices in Mission Viejo: Zillow
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Transportation: http://www.octa.net/ Orange County Transportion
Health care: http://www.mission4health.com/ Mission Hospital is the largest facility in the Mission Viejo, though there are a large number of full service hospitals and care facilities throughout this affluent region of Southern California.
Travel and tourism:
This website has links to local Chamber of Commerce in the Mission Viejo Region: ww.socchambers.com
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
Friday, February 29, 2008
San Juan Capistrano Retirement
San Juan Capistrano
Most famous for the return of the swallows and the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano http://www.missionsjc.com/, this California city lies just off the coast in the Orange County Region of California along with Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and Mission Viejo.
Retirement Communities:
Atria of San Juan - www.atriaseniorliving.com (949) 661-1220
Atria Del Obispo www.atriaseniorliving.com (949) 496-8802
Brighton Gardens of San Juan Capistrano (949) 248-8855
Aegis of Laguna Niguel www.aegisliving.com (949) 496-8080
Population: 34,000 (year 2000)
Weather: Moderate Coastal California
Cost of Living: Moderate to High
Housing Costs: High
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov
Transportation: www.octa.net
Health care:
Capistrano Surgicenter (949) 248-5757
Banfield the Pet Hospital: San Juan Capistrano www.banfield.net (949) 234-1245
St. Joseph Health System Home Health at Mission Hospital (714) 712-9536
Travel and tourism: The
www.sanjuanchamber.com
Most famous for the return of the swallows and the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano http://www.missionsjc.com/, this California city lies just off the coast in the Orange County Region of California along with Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and Mission Viejo.
Retirement Communities:
Atria of San Juan - www.atriaseniorliving.com (949) 661-1220
Atria Del Obispo www.atriaseniorliving.com (949) 496-8802
Brighton Gardens of San Juan Capistrano (949) 248-8855
Aegis of Laguna Niguel www.aegisliving.com (949) 496-8080
Population: 34,000 (year 2000)
Weather: Moderate Coastal California
Cost of Living: Moderate to High
Housing Costs: High
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov
Transportation: www.octa.net
Health care:
Capistrano Surgicenter (949) 248-5757
Banfield the Pet Hospital: San Juan Capistrano www.banfield.net (949) 234-1245
St. Joseph Health System Home Health at Mission Hospital (714) 712-9536
Travel and tourism: The
www.sanjuanchamber.com
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Newport Beach California Retirement
In California's sunny Orange County travel region, located in the southern coastal part of California, you'll find the surf, sand, and sunny weather that make this a popular retirement destination.
Newport Beach California's 80,000 residents enjoy the amenities of this upscale coastal location but face real estate prices that will make all but the very well-to-do blush. The median price of a home in Newport Beach is $1,617,000. Zillow has more about this region.
Retirement Communities:
Newport Beach Plaza Retirement www.leisurecare.com (949) 645-6833
Mesa Verde Residential Care www.mesaverdehealthcare.com (949) 548-5584
Avalon at Newport Alzheimer's Community) www.recollectionsonline.com - (949) 631-3555
Silverado Senior Living Newport Mesa www.silveradosenior.com (949) 631-2212
Renaissance Premier www.renaissancesl.com (949) 243-3100
Crown Cove (949) 760-2800
Vintage Senior Management www.vintagesenior.com (949) 719-4080
Victoria Healthcare Center www.victoriacares.com (949) 642-0387
Cameo Homes Assisted Living (949) 515-3939
St John's Manor (949) 645-3728
Population: 80,000
Weather: California's south coast has legendarily good weather. Temperatures are moderate throughout the year and rainfall is very low. Sunny days are ... pretty much every day.
Cost of Living: High, even by California standards
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov
Transportation: Orange County is served by the Orange County Transpotation Authority: www.octa.net
Health care:
Hoag Hospital
On the bluffs overlooking Newport Beach, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a premier medical facility. www.hoaghospital.org General Information Contact Hoag
Travel and tourism: www.visitnewportbeach.com
California's coastal regions are for the most part open to all since private property lines are not allowed to extend into the coastal waters. Also, access to the beach is required by the state. So even in exclusive areas you are generally free to beachcomb and walk the beach.
Newport Beach California's 80,000 residents enjoy the amenities of this upscale coastal location but face real estate prices that will make all but the very well-to-do blush. The median price of a home in Newport Beach is $1,617,000. Zillow has more about this region.
Retirement Communities:
Newport Beach Plaza Retirement www.leisurecare.com (949) 645-6833
Mesa Verde Residential Care www.mesaverdehealthcare.com (949) 548-5584
Avalon at Newport Alzheimer's Community) www.recollectionsonline.com - (949) 631-3555
Silverado Senior Living Newport Mesa www.silveradosenior.com (949) 631-2212
Renaissance Premier www.renaissancesl.com (949) 243-3100
Crown Cove (949) 760-2800
Vintage Senior Management www.vintagesenior.com (949) 719-4080
Victoria Healthcare Center www.victoriacares.com (949) 642-0387
Cameo Homes Assisted Living (949) 515-3939
St John's Manor (949) 645-3728
Population: 80,000
Weather: California's south coast has legendarily good weather. Temperatures are moderate throughout the year and rainfall is very low. Sunny days are ... pretty much every day.
Cost of Living: High, even by California standards
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov
Transportation: Orange County is served by the Orange County Transpotation Authority: www.octa.net
Health care:
Hoag Hospital
On the bluffs overlooking Newport Beach, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a premier medical facility. www.hoaghospital.org General Information Contact Hoag
Travel and tourism: www.visitnewportbeach.com
California's coastal regions are for the most part open to all since private property lines are not allowed to extend into the coastal waters. Also, access to the beach is required by the state. So even in exclusive areas you are generally free to beachcomb and walk the beach.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Los Angeles California Retirement
Los Angeles, California
From Hollywood to East LA, Los Angeles is one of America's iconic cities. Home to movie stars, movie moguls, billionaire industriasts and and millions of regular people, the City of Angels enjoys an incredibly diverse cultural heritage as well as a reputation that varies from glamourous to squalid to legendary.
Retirement Communities (not inclusive!)
Keiro Retirement Home www.keiro.org (323) 263-9651
Grandview Retirement Residence (213) 380-7000
St John of God Retirement (323) 731-0641
Retirement Housing Foundation (323) 662-5043
Polish Retirement Foundation (323) 735-1381
Hollenbeck Palms www.hollenbeckpalms.com (323) 263-6195
Keiro Nursing Home 323-225-1393
Olympia Retirement Home 323-932-6519
Belmont Village of Hollywood www.belmontvillage.com
Population of Los Angeles: 3,849,000
Los Angeles Weather and Climate:
Very Moderate. Warm temperatures all year. Smog can be a problem here so check with your doctor is you suffer from any respiratory related illness.
Cost of Living:
Varies greatly depending on where you live in the massive metro area. Check Las Angeles retirement options very carefully to make sure your style is compatible with the neighborhood or community that you choose.
Housing Costs: Los Angeles Real Estate is expensive, though neighborhood pricing varies. 759,000 is the median cost for homes in LA, and Zillow has more detail for home prices in the greater Los Angeles area.
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov
Transportation: Los Angeles has a massive public transportation system. Details are at the LA Metro website: www.mta.net
Health care:
USC University Hospital www.uscuh.com 323-442-8500
California Medical Center Los Angeles www.strosehospitals.org 213-748-2411
St Vincent Medical Center www.stvincentmedicalcenter.com - (213) 484-7111
Good Samaritan Hospital www.goodsam.org (213) 977-2121
White Memorial Medical Center www.whitememorial.com - (323) 268-5000
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center www.cedars-sinai.edu 310-659-3732
Orthopaedic Hospital www.orthohospital.org 742-1000
County of King-Drew Hospital Los Angeles lacounty.info 310-668-5011
USC-Norris Cancer Hospital ccnt.hsc.usc.edu (323) 865-3000
Travel and tourism:
Here are just a handful of Los Angeles area items.
Disneyland: Disneyland.com Yes, you really need to go to Disneyland. Try for off season and early morning to avoid the massive crowds. Disney's California Adventure is right next door and is not nearly as charming as Disneyland but has some amazing rides like "Soaring over California", a massive full immersion hang glide simulation. Be sure to use the "fast pass" system at Disneyland and California Adventure to help alleviate the wait times.
Hollywood Website Walt Disney Concert Hall Disney Concert Hall website
Mann’s Chinese Theatre Mann’s Theatre Website
Universal Studios Hollywood
Musso & Frank Grill
Spago Beverly Hills
Hotel Bel Air Hotel Bel Air Website
Hollywood Bowl Hollywood Bowl
Mann’s Chinese Theatre (formerly Graumann’s Chinese Theatre) where you see all the star’s prints in the cement. Hey, here’s the webcam
Betsy at About.com has good Los Angeles and Hollywood travel advice.
From Hollywood to East LA, Los Angeles is one of America's iconic cities. Home to movie stars, movie moguls, billionaire industriasts and and millions of regular people, the City of Angels enjoys an incredibly diverse cultural heritage as well as a reputation that varies from glamourous to squalid to legendary.
Retirement Communities (not inclusive!)
Keiro Retirement Home www.keiro.org (323) 263-9651
Grandview Retirement Residence (213) 380-7000
St John of God Retirement (323) 731-0641
Retirement Housing Foundation (323) 662-5043
Polish Retirement Foundation (323) 735-1381
Hollenbeck Palms www.hollenbeckpalms.com (323) 263-6195
Keiro Nursing Home 323-225-1393
Olympia Retirement Home 323-932-6519
Belmont Village of Hollywood www.belmontvillage.com
Population of Los Angeles: 3,849,000
Los Angeles Weather and Climate:
Very Moderate. Warm temperatures all year. Smog can be a problem here so check with your doctor is you suffer from any respiratory related illness.
Cost of Living:
Varies greatly depending on where you live in the massive metro area. Check Las Angeles retirement options very carefully to make sure your style is compatible with the neighborhood or community that you choose.
Housing Costs: Los Angeles Real Estate is expensive, though neighborhood pricing varies. 759,000 is the median cost for homes in LA, and Zillow has more detail for home prices in the greater Los Angeles area.
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov
Transportation: Los Angeles has a massive public transportation system. Details are at the LA Metro website: www.mta.net
Health care:
USC University Hospital www.uscuh.com 323-442-8500
California Medical Center Los Angeles www.strosehospitals.org 213-748-2411
St Vincent Medical Center www.stvincentmedicalcenter.com - (213) 484-7111
Good Samaritan Hospital www.goodsam.org (213) 977-2121
White Memorial Medical Center www.whitememorial.com - (323) 268-5000
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center www.cedars-sinai.edu 310-659-3732
Orthopaedic Hospital www.orthohospital.org 742-1000
County of King-Drew Hospital Los Angeles lacounty.info 310-668-5011
USC-Norris Cancer Hospital ccnt.hsc.usc.edu (323) 865-3000
Travel and tourism:
Here are just a handful of Los Angeles area items.
Disneyland: Disneyland.com Yes, you really need to go to Disneyland. Try for off season and early morning to avoid the massive crowds. Disney's California Adventure is right next door and is not nearly as charming as Disneyland but has some amazing rides like "Soaring over California", a massive full immersion hang glide simulation. Be sure to use the "fast pass" system at Disneyland and California Adventure to help alleviate the wait times.
Hollywood Website Walt Disney Concert Hall Disney Concert Hall website
Mann’s Chinese Theatre Mann’s Theatre Website
Universal Studios Hollywood
Musso & Frank Grill
Spago Beverly Hills
Hotel Bel Air Hotel Bel Air Website
Hollywood Bowl Hollywood Bowl
Mann’s Chinese Theatre (formerly Graumann’s Chinese Theatre) where you see all the star’s prints in the cement. Hey, here’s the webcam
Betsy at About.com has good Los Angeles and Hollywood travel advice.
Monday, February 25, 2008
Lake Tahoe California Retirement
Lake Tahoe:
Snowy winters and spectacular natural surroundings combine with large resort casinos and world class skiiing to make Lake Tahoe a very popular travel destination in California. Lake Tahoe is located in the travel region known as the California High Sierra. Lake Tahoe is probably more known as a vacation home area than a retirement area with nearby Reno Nevada the more popular city for retirement in this area.
Retirement Communities:
That's odd, we couldn't find *any* retirement communities in the Lake Tahoe area!
Population: 24,000 people
Climate: Cold, snowy winters and cool summers.
Cost of Living: High - this is a highly travelled tourist area.
Housing Costs:
The Median home price is $515,000
Zillow has more detail for home prices in the Lake Tahoe area, which is home to a lot of vacation homes, mostly for native Californians.
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov
Transportation: Mostly by personal car, taxi, or special casino shuttles. We could not find a bus service for this small city.
Health care: www.bartonhealth.org
Travel and tourism: www.visitrenotahoe.com
Snowy winters and spectacular natural surroundings combine with large resort casinos and world class skiiing to make Lake Tahoe a very popular travel destination in California. Lake Tahoe is located in the travel region known as the California High Sierra. Lake Tahoe is probably more known as a vacation home area than a retirement area with nearby Reno Nevada the more popular city for retirement in this area.
Retirement Communities:
That's odd, we couldn't find *any* retirement communities in the Lake Tahoe area!
Population: 24,000 people
Climate: Cold, snowy winters and cool summers.
Cost of Living: High - this is a highly travelled tourist area.
Housing Costs:
The Median home price is $515,000
Zillow has more detail for home prices in the Lake Tahoe area, which is home to a lot of vacation homes, mostly for native Californians.
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov
Transportation: Mostly by personal car, taxi, or special casino shuttles. We could not find a bus service for this small city.
Health care: www.bartonhealth.org
Travel and tourism: www.visitrenotahoe.com
Friday, February 22, 2008
Fresno California Retirement
Fresno and Visalia California
Fresno and nearby cities like Visalia are in the Central Valley Region of California. Home to ranches, farming, and orchards, Fresno also offers the amenities of a university community with California's Fresno State.
Fresno and Visalia Retirement Communities:
Windham www.kiscoseniorliving.com (559) 449-8070
Sunrise Assisted Living of Fresno www.sunriseseniorliving.com (559) 325-8170
Carrington Pointe (559) 298-4900
Fig Garden Retirement Residence (559) 346-1422
Holiday Retirement Fig Grdn www.holidaytouch.com (559) 432-6213
Hope Manor Inc Health (559) 268-5361
Twilight Haven www.twilighthaven.com (559) 251-8417
Residential Home Care Services www.residentialhomecare.com (559) 435-8138
Sierra Villa Rest Home www.sierravillaresthome.com (559) 299-5579
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Quail Park www.quail-park.com (559) 624-3500
Prestige Assisted Living at Visalia www.prestigecare.com (559) 735-0828
Town Meadows (559) 627-2220
Walnut Park Retirement (559) 739-1339
Park Visalia Assistant Living LLC (559) 625-3388
Casa Grande Senior Care H www.casagrandeseniorcarecenter.com
TLC Assisted Living-Seniors (559) 627-5683
Meadows (559) 734-3275
Sierra Village Assisted Living www.sierravillage.com
Population: 467,000
Climate: Hot dry summers, cool winters, low rainfall.
Cost of Living: Moderate
Housing Costs:
Median home price in Fresno is 300,000. Zillow has the home pricing details for the Fresno area here.
Taxes:
California taxes are generally high compared to other states.
California Tax details: www.ftb.ca.gov
Colleges and Universities:
Fresno Pacific University www.fresno.edu (559) 453-2000
California State University Fresno www.csufresno.edu (559) 298-6072
Fresno City College - www.fresnocitycollege.edu - (559) 442-4600
UC San Francisco-Fresno: Psychiatry - www.fresno.ucsf.edu
Heald College of Business www.heald.edu (559) 438-4222
Alliant International University www.alliant.edu (559) 456-2777
University of California San Francisco-Fresno: Psychiatry www.fresno.ucsf.edu
Transportation:
Fresno Area Bus is called FAX: www.fresno.gov/DiscoverFresno/PublicTransportation
http://www.ruraltransit.org
Fresno Health care:
Community Medical Center www.communitymedical.org
Fresno Heart Hospital www.fresnoheart.com (559) 433-8000
Fresno Surgical Hospital www.fresnosurgerycenter.com (559) 431-8000
St. Agnes Medical Center - www.samc.com (559) 450-3000
Kaiser Permanente Hospital www.kaiserpermanente.org (559) 448-4500
Travel and tourism:
Fresno is a key gateway to three amazing national parks: Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia. The last two parks border each other
www.fresnocvb.org
Online Visitors Guide
Fresno and nearby cities like Visalia are in the Central Valley Region of California. Home to ranches, farming, and orchards, Fresno also offers the amenities of a university community with California's Fresno State.
Fresno and Visalia Retirement Communities:
Windham www.kiscoseniorliving.com (559) 449-8070
Sunrise Assisted Living of Fresno www.sunriseseniorliving.com (559) 325-8170
Carrington Pointe (559) 298-4900
Fig Garden Retirement Residence (559) 346-1422
Holiday Retirement Fig Grdn www.holidaytouch.com (559) 432-6213
Hope Manor Inc Health (559) 268-5361
Twilight Haven www.twilighthaven.com (559) 251-8417
Residential Home Care Services www.residentialhomecare.com (559) 435-8138
Sierra Villa Rest Home www.sierravillaresthome.com (559) 299-5579
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Quail Park www.quail-park.com (559) 624-3500
Prestige Assisted Living at Visalia www.prestigecare.com (559) 735-0828
Town Meadows (559) 627-2220
Walnut Park Retirement (559) 739-1339
Park Visalia Assistant Living LLC (559) 625-3388
Casa Grande Senior Care H www.casagrandeseniorcarecenter.com
TLC Assisted Living-Seniors (559) 627-5683
Meadows (559) 734-3275
Sierra Village Assisted Living www.sierravillage.com
Population: 467,000
Climate: Hot dry summers, cool winters, low rainfall.
Cost of Living: Moderate
Housing Costs:
Median home price in Fresno is 300,000. Zillow has the home pricing details for the Fresno area here.
Taxes:
California taxes are generally high compared to other states.
California Tax details: www.ftb.ca.gov
Colleges and Universities:
Fresno Pacific University www.fresno.edu (559) 453-2000
California State University Fresno www.csufresno.edu (559) 298-6072
Fresno City College - www.fresnocitycollege.edu - (559) 442-4600
UC San Francisco-Fresno: Psychiatry - www.fresno.ucsf.edu
Heald College of Business www.heald.edu (559) 438-4222
Alliant International University www.alliant.edu (559) 456-2777
University of California San Francisco-Fresno: Psychiatry www.fresno.ucsf.edu
Transportation:
Fresno Area Bus is called FAX: www.fresno.gov/DiscoverFresno/PublicTransportation
http://www.ruraltransit.org
Fresno Health care:
Community Medical Center www.communitymedical.org
Fresno Heart Hospital www.fresnoheart.com (559) 433-8000
Fresno Surgical Hospital www.fresnosurgerycenter.com (559) 431-8000
St. Agnes Medical Center - www.samc.com (559) 450-3000
Kaiser Permanente Hospital www.kaiserpermanente.org (559) 448-4500
Travel and tourism:
Fresno is a key gateway to three amazing national parks: Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia. The last two parks border each other
www.fresnocvb.org
Online Visitors Guide
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Modesto California Retirement
Modesto California
Like her larger neighbor to the north Stockton California, Modesto offers hot summers, cool winters, and the rural ranch and farming style of central California. Modesto's proximity to Yosemite National Park and the mountains of California make it a key travel gateway to some of the best hiking and outdoor recreation in the world. However, the city itself is not considered a major tourism destination.
Retirement Communities:
Bethel Retirement Community http://www.bethelretirement.com/ 209) 577-1901
Casa De Modesto Retirement Center http://www.casademodesto.org/ (209) 529-4950
Dale Commons Assisted Living http://www.dalecommons.com/ (209) 526-2053
Seasons At Modesto http://www.oakdaleheights.com/ (209) 491-0800
Courtyard at Merced Assisted Living & Memory Care http://www.sundialslc.com/ (209) 524-0808
Stratford At Beyer Park http://www.stratfordbp.com/ (209) 236-1900
Population: Modesto has 206,000 people
Climate: Hot summers, mild to cold winters, low rainfall - overall moderate climate
Cost of Living: Moderate to high
Housing Costs: Median home cost is $309,000 Zillow has extensive Modesto house price information:
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.California Tax details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities:
Modesto Junior College http://www.gomjc.org/ (209) 575-6789
Yosemite Community College http://www.yosemite.cc.ca.us/ (209) 575-6498
U of Phoenix-Modesto Learning Center - www.phoenix.edu - (209) 543-0153
Transportation: http://www.modestoareaexpress.com/ Modesto Area Express
Health care:
Memorial Medical Center http://www.memorialmedicalcenter.org/ (209) 526-4500
Doctors Medical Center of Modesto http://www.dmc-modesto.com/ (209) 576-3609
Kaiser Permanente http://www.kaiserpermanente.org/ (209) 557-1000
Kindred Hospital Modesto http://www.khmodesto.com/ (209) 523-9006
Memorial Hospitals Association http://www.memorialmedicalcenter.org/ (209) 526-4500
Doctor's Medical Center http://www.dmc-modesto.com/ (209) 578-1211
Country Villa Nursing & Rehab http://www.hcmi.net/ (209) 526-2811
Hy-Lond Convalescent Hospital (209) 526-1775
Crestwood Manor http://www.crestwoodmanor.com/ (209) 526-8050
Travel and tourism:
Modesto Visitor Bureau: http://www.modestocvb.org/
Blue Diamond Almond has a fun "Almond Tasting" and video: Blue Diamond Almond
4800 Sisk Road (209) 545-6229
Like her larger neighbor to the north Stockton California, Modesto offers hot summers, cool winters, and the rural ranch and farming style of central California. Modesto's proximity to Yosemite National Park and the mountains of California make it a key travel gateway to some of the best hiking and outdoor recreation in the world. However, the city itself is not considered a major tourism destination.
Retirement Communities:
Bethel Retirement Community http://www.bethelretirement.com/ 209) 577-1901
Casa De Modesto Retirement Center http://www.casademodesto.org/ (209) 529-4950
Dale Commons Assisted Living http://www.dalecommons.com/ (209) 526-2053
Seasons At Modesto http://www.oakdaleheights.com/ (209) 491-0800
Courtyard at Merced Assisted Living & Memory Care http://www.sundialslc.com/ (209) 524-0808
Stratford At Beyer Park http://www.stratfordbp.com/ (209) 236-1900
Population: Modesto has 206,000 people
Climate: Hot summers, mild to cold winters, low rainfall - overall moderate climate
Cost of Living: Moderate to high
Housing Costs: Median home cost is $309,000 Zillow has extensive Modesto house price information:
Taxes: California taxes are generally high compared to other states.California Tax details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities:
Modesto Junior College http://www.gomjc.org/ (209) 575-6789
Yosemite Community College http://www.yosemite.cc.ca.us/ (209) 575-6498
U of Phoenix-Modesto Learning Center - www.phoenix.edu - (209) 543-0153
Transportation: http://www.modestoareaexpress.com/ Modesto Area Express
Health care:
Memorial Medical Center http://www.memorialmedicalcenter.org/ (209) 526-4500
Doctors Medical Center of Modesto http://www.dmc-modesto.com/ (209) 576-3609
Kaiser Permanente http://www.kaiserpermanente.org/ (209) 557-1000
Kindred Hospital Modesto http://www.khmodesto.com/ (209) 523-9006
Memorial Hospitals Association http://www.memorialmedicalcenter.org/ (209) 526-4500
Doctor's Medical Center http://www.dmc-modesto.com/ (209) 578-1211
Country Villa Nursing & Rehab http://www.hcmi.net/ (209) 526-2811
Hy-Lond Convalescent Hospital (209) 526-1775
Crestwood Manor http://www.crestwoodmanor.com/ (209) 526-8050
Travel and tourism:
Modesto Visitor Bureau: http://www.modestocvb.org/
Blue Diamond Almond has a fun "Almond Tasting" and video: Blue Diamond Almond
4800 Sisk Road (209) 545-6229
Stockton California Retirement
Stockton, California lies in the central region of California in the tourist destination known as the "Gold Country". Home to large ranches and farms, Stockton offers many rural ameneties for a fairly large California city.
Selected Stockton Retirement Communities:
O'Connor Woods Retirement Community http://www.oconnorwoods.org/ (209) 956-3400
Plymouth Square http://www.rhf.org/ (209) 466-4341
Rio Las Palmas Gracious Retirement Living (209) 957-4711
Camlu Retirement Community (209) 951-2030
Sunny Place of Stockton http://www.sunnyplaceofstockton.com/ (209) 956-8677
Merrill Gardens At Carson Oaks http://www.merrillgardens.com/ (209) 957-6257
Atria Senior Living Group http://www.atriaseniorliving.com/ (209) 473-1300
Somerford Place http://www.somerford.com/ (209) 951-6500
Cherokee Retirement Homes (209) 931-4206
Delta Plaza Senior Apartments (209) 464-9212
The Population of Stockton, California is 290,000
Climate: Very hot summers, cool winters. Moderate overall climate.
Cost of Living: Moderate
Housing Costs: Median home price is 319,000. Zillow has a lot more about Stockton, CA.
Taxes: California generally has high taxes compared to other states. California Taxation details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities:
University of the Pacific www.pacific.edu (209) 946-2011
San Joaquin Delta College: Stockton Campus www.deltacollege.edu
CSUS Stanislaus: Stockton Center www.stockton.csustan.edu (209) 467-5300
Heald College www.heald.edu (209) 477-1114
Humphreys College: Stockton Campus www.humphreys.edu (209) 478-0800
Western Career College, Stockton www.westerncollege.edu (888) 203-9947
Maric College: Stockton www.mariccollege.com
San Joaquin Delta College: Middle College www.deltacollege.edu (209) 954-5790
San Joaquin Delta College: Small Business Development Center - (209) 954-5089
Transportation: San Jaoquin Regional Transportation District serves the Stockton area: http://www.sanjoaquinrtd.com/
Health care:
St Joseph's Medical Center of Stockton http://www.saintjosephs.org/ (209) 943-2000
St Joseph's Behavioral Health http://www.stjosephscanhelp.org/ (209) 461-2000
San Joaquin General Hospital: Human Resources http://www.co.san-joaquin.ca.us/ (209) 468-3370
Dameron Hospital http://www.dameronhospital.org/ (209) 944-5550
San Joaquin County Mental Health http://www.co.san-joaquin.ca.us/ (209) 468-8700
San Joaquin General Hospital: Central Valley http://www.co.san-joaquin.ca.us/ (209) 468-8185
Travel and tourism: www.VisitStockton.org is the travel information website, and you'll find things to see and do in Stockton here
Selected Stockton Retirement Communities:
O'Connor Woods Retirement Community http://www.oconnorwoods.org/ (209) 956-3400
Plymouth Square http://www.rhf.org/ (209) 466-4341
Rio Las Palmas Gracious Retirement Living (209) 957-4711
Camlu Retirement Community (209) 951-2030
Sunny Place of Stockton http://www.sunnyplaceofstockton.com/ (209) 956-8677
Merrill Gardens At Carson Oaks http://www.merrillgardens.com/ (209) 957-6257
Atria Senior Living Group http://www.atriaseniorliving.com/ (209) 473-1300
Somerford Place http://www.somerford.com/ (209) 951-6500
Cherokee Retirement Homes (209) 931-4206
Delta Plaza Senior Apartments (209) 464-9212
The Population of Stockton, California is 290,000
Climate: Very hot summers, cool winters. Moderate overall climate.
Cost of Living: Moderate
Housing Costs: Median home price is 319,000. Zillow has a lot more about Stockton, CA.
Taxes: California generally has high taxes compared to other states. California Taxation details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities:
University of the Pacific www.pacific.edu (209) 946-2011
San Joaquin Delta College: Stockton Campus www.deltacollege.edu
CSUS Stanislaus: Stockton Center www.stockton.csustan.edu (209) 467-5300
Heald College www.heald.edu (209) 477-1114
Humphreys College: Stockton Campus www.humphreys.edu (209) 478-0800
Western Career College, Stockton www.westerncollege.edu (888) 203-9947
Maric College: Stockton www.mariccollege.com
San Joaquin Delta College: Middle College www.deltacollege.edu (209) 954-5790
San Joaquin Delta College: Small Business Development Center - (209) 954-5089
Transportation: San Jaoquin Regional Transportation District serves the Stockton area: http://www.sanjoaquinrtd.com/
Health care:
St Joseph's Medical Center of Stockton http://www.saintjosephs.org/ (209) 943-2000
St Joseph's Behavioral Health http://www.stjosephscanhelp.org/ (209) 461-2000
San Joaquin General Hospital: Human Resources http://www.co.san-joaquin.ca.us/ (209) 468-3370
Dameron Hospital http://www.dameronhospital.org/ (209) 944-5550
San Joaquin County Mental Health http://www.co.san-joaquin.ca.us/ (209) 468-8700
San Joaquin General Hospital: Central Valley http://www.co.san-joaquin.ca.us/ (209) 468-8185
Travel and tourism: www.VisitStockton.org is the travel information website, and you'll find things to see and do in Stockton here
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Sacramento California Retirement
Sacramento
The Capital of California is located in California's "Gold Country" travel region in the inland central and somewhat northern portion of the state. Home to some of the state's richest history and most important Government agencies, Sacramento blends an extensive Government presence with historic and new neighborhoods. Old Town Sacramento offers tourists and local folks as well a step back into historic times. This area of several square blocks offers shopping, some excellent dining, and one of the best RailRoad museums in the country.
Retirement Communities and Retirement Services in Sacramento:
Pioneer House-Retirement www.pioneerhouseretirement.org (916) 442-4906
Rivers Edge Retirement Community (916) 447-4444
Campus Commons Retirement (916) 929-3966
Ivy Ridge Retirement Home www.ivyridgehome.com (916) 451-1212
Rivers Edge Retirement Community www.hfprop.com (916) 921-5131
Golden Pond Retirement Community www.crmscommunities.com (916) 369-8967
Carlton Plaza Active & Assisted Living (916) 971-4800
Eskaton Monroe Lodge www.eskaton.org (916) 441-1015
California Association of Homes & Services -Aging www.aging.org (916) 392-5111
Population: Sacramento is home to 454,000 people
Climate: Moderate winters, hot and dry summers.
Cost of Living: Moderate
Housing Costs: Moderate. Median home price is $304,000. Zillow has the details.
Taxes: California taxes are high taxes compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities:
California State University Sacramento www.csus.edu (916) 278-6011
UC Davis Extension www.extension.ucdavis.edu (530) 757-8777
American River College www.arc.losrios.edu (916) 484-8011
Sacramento City College www.scc.losrios.edu (916) 558-2111
California State Universities www.ecs.csus.edu (916) 445-5983
Cosumnes River College www.crc.losrios.edu (916) 691-7344
Western Career College, Sacramento www.westerncollege.edu (888) 203-9947
High-Tech Institute - Sacramento www.hightechinstitute.edu
Transportation: Sacramento Regional Transit: www.sacrt.com
Health care:
Mercy General Hospital (916) 453-4545
Sutter Medical Center www.suttermedicalcenter.org (916) 454-2222
Sutter General Hospital www.suttermedicalcenter.org (916) 454-2222
Sutter Memorial Hospital www.suttermedicalcenter.org (916) 454-3333
Sacramento Center-Hematology www.sacramentocancer.com (916) 454-6700
Heritage Oaks Hospital www.psysolutions.com (916) 489-3336
Shriners Hospital www.shrinershq.org (916) 453-2000
Sutter Health www.sutterhealth.org (916) 733-8800
UC Davis Health System www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu (916) 734-3797
UC Davis Health System: Cardiology www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu (916) 734-3456
Travel and tourism:
http://www.sacramentocvb.org Sacramento Visitor and Convention Bureau
Sacramento Discover Gold tourism site.
The Capital of California is located in California's "Gold Country" travel region in the inland central and somewhat northern portion of the state. Home to some of the state's richest history and most important Government agencies, Sacramento blends an extensive Government presence with historic and new neighborhoods. Old Town Sacramento offers tourists and local folks as well a step back into historic times. This area of several square blocks offers shopping, some excellent dining, and one of the best RailRoad museums in the country.
Retirement Communities and Retirement Services in Sacramento:
Pioneer House-Retirement www.pioneerhouseretirement.org (916) 442-4906
Rivers Edge Retirement Community (916) 447-4444
Campus Commons Retirement (916) 929-3966
Ivy Ridge Retirement Home www.ivyridgehome.com (916) 451-1212
Rivers Edge Retirement Community www.hfprop.com (916) 921-5131
Golden Pond Retirement Community www.crmscommunities.com (916) 369-8967
Carlton Plaza Active & Assisted Living (916) 971-4800
Eskaton Monroe Lodge www.eskaton.org (916) 441-1015
California Association of Homes & Services -Aging www.aging.org (916) 392-5111
Population: Sacramento is home to 454,000 people
Climate: Moderate winters, hot and dry summers.
Cost of Living: Moderate
Housing Costs: Moderate. Median home price is $304,000. Zillow has the details.
Taxes: California taxes are high taxes compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities:
California State University Sacramento www.csus.edu (916) 278-6011
UC Davis Extension www.extension.ucdavis.edu (530) 757-8777
American River College www.arc.losrios.edu (916) 484-8011
Sacramento City College www.scc.losrios.edu (916) 558-2111
California State Universities www.ecs.csus.edu (916) 445-5983
Cosumnes River College www.crc.losrios.edu (916) 691-7344
Western Career College, Sacramento www.westerncollege.edu (888) 203-9947
High-Tech Institute - Sacramento www.hightechinstitute.edu
Transportation: Sacramento Regional Transit: www.sacrt.com
Health care:
Mercy General Hospital (916) 453-4545
Sutter Medical Center www.suttermedicalcenter.org (916) 454-2222
Sutter General Hospital www.suttermedicalcenter.org (916) 454-2222
Sutter Memorial Hospital www.suttermedicalcenter.org (916) 454-3333
Sacramento Center-Hematology www.sacramentocancer.com (916) 454-6700
Heritage Oaks Hospital www.psysolutions.com (916) 489-3336
Shriners Hospital www.shrinershq.org (916) 453-2000
Sutter Health www.sutterhealth.org (916) 733-8800
UC Davis Health System www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu (916) 734-3797
UC Davis Health System: Cardiology www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu (916) 734-3456
Travel and tourism:
http://www.sacramentocvb.org Sacramento Visitor and Convention Bureau
Sacramento Discover Gold tourism site.
Monday, February 18, 2008
San Jose, California Retirement Information
San Jose
About an hour south of San Francisco, in what many consider the heart of "Silicon Valley, San Jose offers upscale neighborhoods, great cultural amenities, proximity to the extensive attractions of California's Bay Area, nearby Napa and Sonoma Valley wineries, beaches of Santa Cruz, the Monterey Peninsula, and much more.
Retirement Communities:
Atria Sunnyvale www.atriasunnyvale.com (408) 738-3410 (Sunnyvale, CA)
ICMA Retirement Corp http://www.icmarc.org/ (408) 993-8590
Valley Village http://www.valleyvillageretirement.com/ (408) 241-7750
Westmont Retirement Residence (408) 984-0605
Atrium Retirement Community (408) 445-7770
Town Park Towers: A Retirement Community (408) 288-8750
Sunrise Assisted Living-Silver http://www.sunriseseniorliving.com/ (408) 223-1312
Campbell Village (408) 378-2535
Atria Chateau Gardens http://www.atriaseniorliving.com/ (408) 275-9040
Foxdale Manner Apartments (408) 251-1142
Atria Willow Glen http://www.atriaseniorliving.com/ (408) 266-1660
Population of San Jose: 930,000
Climate: Moderate
Cost of Living: High
Housing Costs: With a median house cost of about $675,000 you better be sure this is the place for you before buying property in San Jose. Zillow has more.
Taxes: California generally has high taxes compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities:
San Jose State University http://www.sjsu.edu/ (408) 924-1000
Bellarmine College Preparatory http://www.bcp.org/ (408) 294-9224
Mission College http://www.missioncollege.org/
University of California-Berkeley: http://www.berkeley.edu/
San Jose-Evergreen Community College http://www.evc.edu/ (408) 274-7900
San Jose City College http://www.sjcc.edu/ (408) 298-2181
Heald College http://www.heald.edu/ (408) 934-4900
National Hispanic University http://www.nhu.edu/ (408) 926-6246
Stanford University: Ticket Office http://www.stanford.edu/ (650) 725-2787
Lincoln Law School of San Jose http://www.lincolnlawsj.edu/ (408) 977-7227
Transportation: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority: http://www.vta.org/
Health care:
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center http://www.scvmed.org/ (408) 885-4675
Akal Animal Hospital http://www.akalanimalhospital.com/ (408) 453-2524
Good Samaritan Hospital www.goodsamsanjose.com (408) 559-2011
Regional Medical Center-San Jose http://www.regionalmedicalsanjose.com/ (408) 259-5000
China Hospitals (408) 451-8448
Valley Medical Center http://www.scvmed.org/ (408) 885-5000
Agnews Developmental Center http://www.dds.cahwnet.gov/ (408) 432-0942
Oconnor Hospital (408) 947-2666
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center http://www.scvmed.org/ (408) 885-5920
O'Connor Hospital http://www.oconnorhospital.org/ (408) 947-2500
Travel and tourism:
Sanjose.org is the official site of the Convention and Visitors Bureau for San Jose
Major attractions in San Jose include:
American Musical Theatre of San Jose
Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
History San Jose
J. Lohr Winery & Tasting
Museum & Planetarium
Great America
San Jose Museum of Art
San Jose Repertory Theatre
Tech Museum of Innovation
The Rosicrucian Egyptian
Winchester Mystery House
About an hour south of San Francisco, in what many consider the heart of "Silicon Valley, San Jose offers upscale neighborhoods, great cultural amenities, proximity to the extensive attractions of California's Bay Area, nearby Napa and Sonoma Valley wineries, beaches of Santa Cruz, the Monterey Peninsula, and much more.
Retirement Communities:
Atria Sunnyvale www.atriasunnyvale.com (408) 738-3410 (Sunnyvale, CA)
ICMA Retirement Corp http://www.icmarc.org/ (408) 993-8590
Valley Village http://www.valleyvillageretirement.com/ (408) 241-7750
Westmont Retirement Residence (408) 984-0605
Atrium Retirement Community (408) 445-7770
Town Park Towers: A Retirement Community (408) 288-8750
Sunrise Assisted Living-Silver http://www.sunriseseniorliving.com/ (408) 223-1312
Campbell Village (408) 378-2535
Atria Chateau Gardens http://www.atriaseniorliving.com/ (408) 275-9040
Foxdale Manner Apartments (408) 251-1142
Atria Willow Glen http://www.atriaseniorliving.com/ (408) 266-1660
Population of San Jose: 930,000
Climate: Moderate
Cost of Living: High
Housing Costs: With a median house cost of about $675,000 you better be sure this is the place for you before buying property in San Jose. Zillow has more.
Taxes: California generally has high taxes compared to other states.
California Tax details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities:
San Jose State University http://www.sjsu.edu/ (408) 924-1000
Bellarmine College Preparatory http://www.bcp.org/ (408) 294-9224
Mission College http://www.missioncollege.org/
University of California-Berkeley: http://www.berkeley.edu/
San Jose-Evergreen Community College http://www.evc.edu/ (408) 274-7900
San Jose City College http://www.sjcc.edu/ (408) 298-2181
Heald College http://www.heald.edu/ (408) 934-4900
National Hispanic University http://www.nhu.edu/ (408) 926-6246
Stanford University: Ticket Office http://www.stanford.edu/ (650) 725-2787
Lincoln Law School of San Jose http://www.lincolnlawsj.edu/ (408) 977-7227
Transportation: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority: http://www.vta.org/
Health care:
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center http://www.scvmed.org/ (408) 885-4675
Akal Animal Hospital http://www.akalanimalhospital.com/ (408) 453-2524
Good Samaritan Hospital www.goodsamsanjose.com (408) 559-2011
Regional Medical Center-San Jose http://www.regionalmedicalsanjose.com/ (408) 259-5000
China Hospitals (408) 451-8448
Valley Medical Center http://www.scvmed.org/ (408) 885-5000
Agnews Developmental Center http://www.dds.cahwnet.gov/ (408) 432-0942
Oconnor Hospital (408) 947-2666
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center http://www.scvmed.org/ (408) 885-5920
O'Connor Hospital http://www.oconnorhospital.org/ (408) 947-2500
Travel and tourism:
Sanjose.org is the official site of the Convention and Visitors Bureau for San Jose
Major attractions in San Jose include:
American Musical Theatre of San Jose
Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
History San Jose
J. Lohr Winery & Tasting
Museum & Planetarium
Great America
San Jose Museum of Art
San Jose Repertory Theatre
Tech Museum of Innovation
The Rosicrucian Egyptian
Winchester Mystery House
Friday, February 15, 2008
Chico California Retirement
Chico California, like Redding, lies in California's Shasta Cascade Tourism region. Chico is between Sacramento and Redding and offers nearby outdoor recreation along with the amenities of a university town. Chico State is probably the big claim to Chico fame and drives much of the local economy. Although Chico State often makes high marks on "party school" lists the school would rather be known for it's strong agriculture education programs: www.csuchico.edu/
Retirement Communities (NOT inclusive):
Oak Knoll at 1007 Buschmann Road, Paradise CA 95969
A Full service community includes cottages for Independent Retirement.
Country Crest 55 Concordia Lane, Oroville CA 95966
Population: 73,000
Climate: Hot summers, cool to moderate winters
Cost of Living: Moderate to high
Housing Costs: Chico housing is moderate to expensive. Zillow has extensive details.
Taxes: California taxes are high compared to other states.
Extensive California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities: Chico State University www.csuchico.edu
Transportation: Chico Transit www.chico.ca.us/Chico_Area_Transit/Chico_Area_Transit.asp
Health Care: Enloe Medical Center is Chico's top health care facility, though Chico State also has health services for students.
Travel and tourism information from the Chico Chamber: www.chicochamber.com
Retirement Communities (NOT inclusive):
Oak Knoll at 1007 Buschmann Road, Paradise CA 95969
A Full service community includes cottages for Independent Retirement.
Country Crest 55 Concordia Lane, Oroville CA 95966
Population: 73,000
Climate: Hot summers, cool to moderate winters
Cost of Living: Moderate to high
Housing Costs: Chico housing is moderate to expensive. Zillow has extensive details.
Taxes: California taxes are high compared to other states.
Extensive California Tax details are here: www.ftb.ca.gov/
Colleges and Universities: Chico State University www.csuchico.edu
Transportation: Chico Transit www.chico.ca.us/Chico_Area_Transit/Chico_Area_Transit.asp
Health Care: Enloe Medical Center is Chico's top health care facility, though Chico State also has health services for students.
Travel and tourism information from the Chico Chamber: www.chicochamber.com
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Eureka California Retirement
Eureka is on the northern California Coast. Like Crescent City, Eureka offers some magnificent coastal and Redwood forest scenery, hiking, and outdoor adventure wrapped in a sometimes downtrodden city landscape.
Retirement Communities: Yahoo Local lists several retirement communities in the Eureka area
Population: About 25000
Climate: Very rainy with mild to cool temperatures pretty much year-round.
Cost of Living: Moderate to high due to high Real Estate costs
Housing Costs: Eureka Housing Information from Zillow
Taxes: California generally has high taxes. California Tax details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Higher Education: College of the Redwoods is based in Eureka and serves the Northern Coastal region. Humboldt State University is located in Arcata California, about 15 miles North of Eureka. Humboldt State is part of the California University System offering up to Masters degrees in many subjects.
Transportation: Redwood Coast Transit provides dial a ride service throughout parts of the region.
Health care: St Josephs Hospital is a major regional health care facility: http://www.stjosepheureka.org
Travel and tourism: Eureka offers Redwoods and Coastal scenery that are spectacular and just a short drive from town either north or south along Highway 101. Consider a trip out to the North Jetty for wave watching and on to the Samoa Cookhouse for lumberjack style meals served family style. Timber was king in this region for many years and for many the Cookhouse brings back the feel of those times. Eureka Chamber of Commerce: http://www.eurekachamber.com
Retirement Communities: Yahoo Local lists several retirement communities in the Eureka area
Population: About 25000
Climate: Very rainy with mild to cool temperatures pretty much year-round.
Cost of Living: Moderate to high due to high Real Estate costs
Housing Costs: Eureka Housing Information from Zillow
Taxes: California generally has high taxes. California Tax details are here: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/
Higher Education: College of the Redwoods is based in Eureka and serves the Northern Coastal region. Humboldt State University is located in Arcata California, about 15 miles North of Eureka. Humboldt State is part of the California University System offering up to Masters degrees in many subjects.
Transportation: Redwood Coast Transit provides dial a ride service throughout parts of the region.
Health care: St Josephs Hospital is a major regional health care facility: http://www.stjosepheureka.org
Travel and tourism: Eureka offers Redwoods and Coastal scenery that are spectacular and just a short drive from town either north or south along Highway 101. Consider a trip out to the North Jetty for wave watching and on to the Samoa Cookhouse for lumberjack style meals served family style. Timber was king in this region for many years and for many the Cookhouse brings back the feel of those times. Eureka Chamber of Commerce: http://www.eurekachamber.com
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