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What to Know About Living in California at The Remington

Written by Discovery Senior Living | Nov 10, 2025 5:00:00 AM
  • Living in California is a very popular option for seniors who want straightforward access to cultural centers, coast to mountains recreation, and a robust healthcare system.
  • The Remington offers independent living alongside a wide range of amenities and activities that support an enjoyable, healthy routine and a fulfilling social life.
  • If you are moving to California to be near your family, whether in The Remington or elsewhere, the Hanford area offers a small-town pace with essentials still close by, helping you avoid the stress of the big city.

There's no beating around the bush, life in California is an excellent fit for seniors looking for:

  • Mild winters
  • Prestigious amenities
  • Proximity to high-quality care options
  • The feeling of an upscale lifestyle

It's essential to understand how California retirement living in our community is different from a relaxed retirement plan in other states. Whether it means the private apartments, chef-prepared dining in a restaurant-style experience, or taking advantage of one of our social programs, there should be plenty available for those moving to California in retirement.

Is Living in California Good for Seniors?

Most proponents of Central Valley senior living cite the extremely varied lifestyle options available in the state, not to mention the strong healthcare networks that support active seniors who take advantage of the outdoor access.

However, California is not simply a single climate zone. Towards the coast, you will tend to find much cooler air than in the inland valleys, where rain doesn't fall as often. In short, expect to spend more time indoors during the summer, but take advantage of the milder winters, when you can usually walk through our tended gardens most days of the year.

Is California a Good Area to Live?

A good Hanford, CA, lifestyle hinges on routine. It isn't as flashy and gaudy as Los Angeles, so personal enjoyment often comes with a sense of purpose and community. 

California has also officially recognized that everyone, of every age, including seniors, needs recognition and support. For this reason, they are already halfway through their Master Plan for Aging, which includes a culture-wide drive to make California the perfect community for anyone thinking about retirement.

Supporting Independent Living at The Remington

Within our own community at The Remington, we support independent living while also offering support to those who need it. When you first move in, we will conduct a brief interview to gather a list of everything you might need, so your time with us is as relaxing as possible.

Whether that involves housekeeping, key apartment maintenance and repairs, or even fully-catered dining options, we have a wide range of amenities on offer.

Alternatively, if you want to be left alone to enjoy your hobbies, perhaps sharing them with others in our community, we want to encourage that. With such a diverse range of people here, you'll likely find others who enjoy the same things you do, after all.

Remington Daily Life and Amenities

We provide a whole gamut of activities and events that can give structure to the day for those in our community. Whether you want to use our fitness center to keep up with your personal health or check out our busy calendar of social events, there's something for everyone.

Then, you needn't look far if you want to build a routine of your very own. From social clubs to religious gatherings, there's something for everyone. 

Then, if you want to take advantage of our on-site salons and barbershops to ensure you're presentable before you grab a bite from our selection of homestyle meals to enjoy in our restaurant-style dining room, you will feel like almost everything you need for daily life is within arm's reach.

Then either take a stroll around our grounds, bringing a bottle to hydrate in the California weather, or sit down and relax, readying yourself for whatever life brings you next.

Living in California FAQ

Is California Overall a Healthy State?

Many California public health systems act to ensure that the state promotes healthy living through a variety of statewide programs.

  • Preventive health care aims to reduce unhealthy living
  • The Center for Healthy Communities educates. Californians are making better long-term health choices.
  • The Center for Health Statistics and Informatics continues to research and analyze the latest in medical advances and options.
  • The Center for Environmental Health has a longstanding remit to ensure people's surroundings are safe for everyone.

Altogether, this has led to the state's average life expectancy being higher than the national average, with California health system performance (2025) ranking 20th in state health systems overall, according to a recent report by The Commonwealth Fund.

Of course, we support many of the ways someone can engage in life that will support healthy aging, including:

Can I Live in a Senior Community in California?

Yes!

Independent living is, if you'll excuse the pun, alive and well. Here in The Remington, we welcome each new addition to our community with as much pomp and circumstance as they care to enjoy. Whether that means introducing them to others who have been with us for a while or allowing them to find their own way independently, we will do whatever suits you best.

Then, at the end of each day, you can retire to your personalized living space, take a load off your feet, and relax knowing that you're living somewhere that will support you long into the future.

Check Out Our Community for Yourself

We are ready to hear from you. Whether you want to learn more about our all-inclusive independent living options or the idea of chef-prepared meals appeals to you in a way nothing else does, get in touch.

We can talk to you about the ins and outs of living in California. Or, if you're already used to life in the Golden State, book a tour to find out everything we can offer you and how you can fit it into your future. We're waiting for that call.