Enso Village sits about 2.3 miles outside Healdsburg, California, on 15 acres with more than two miles of quiet paths, and you'll notice right away it brings together comfort, convenience, and nature, letting folks enjoy a peaceful setting while still being close to town, and there's quite a bit to do with all the walking trails, gardens, and nearby galleries. This community is known as the first Zen-inspired life plan community in the United States, made in partnership with San Francisco Zen Center and Kendal Corporation, and they've designed the place so seniors can make healthy choices, enjoy natural beauty, and find moments for quiet or connection, whether you want independent living, assisted living, or memory care. Residences include spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts, with options for private and shared rooms, all furnished with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and cable TV, and there's a focus on good meals, since they've got a chef who prepares nutritious dishes in restaurant-style dining spaces, a café, private dining areas, and spots for outdoor meals, even paying attention to allergies and dietary needs.
Enso Village supports different health care needs, with services like assisted living, memory care, independent living, skilled nursing, diabetic care, home care, respite care, wound care, and 24-hour supervision, plus help with things like bathing, dressing, managing medications, and special support for people with mild cognitive impairments or Alzheimer's and dementia in secure areas that try to prevent wandering and confusion. There are 24 memory care residences, 30 assisted living, and 221 independent living homes, all backed up by nurses, home care staff, activity coordinators, and other helpers, and the community provides language support in English.
Residents can take part in a lot of wellness activities such as hiking, biking, walking groups, forest therapy, strength training, Tai Chi, yoga, aquatic classes, and support groups, while the fitness center, heated indoor pool, yoga lawn, garden, and hydrotherapy spa give plenty of places to stretch, relax, or meet neighbors. People who like learning have lectures, lifelong learning classes, current events discussions, music programs, cooking sessions, book clubs, art spaces, a makerspace, weekly Dharma Talks, daily meditation sessions in the Zendo Meditation Hall, nature groups, and creative arts therapy, along with opportunities for volunteering-especially in programs inspired by contemplative living and the concept called Inspirement, which encourages personal growth and creative interests later in life.
Enso Village puts big emphasis on mental wellness, offering memory-enhancing activities, therapy, social programs, and daily engagement opportunities to help people feel included and stay sharp, and there are both on- and off-site devotional activities, spiritual support, and a schedule full of concerts, performances, cultural outings, and resident-run events to keep people busy if they want to be. For community and family needs, the facility offers transportation, parking, guest suites, concierge and move-in help, laundry, housekeeping, safety systems, incontinence care, and dining prepared by professionals, and families can visit in family-friendly shared indoor areas, libraries, game rooms, community living rooms, movie theaters, music and arts rooms, and outdoor gathering spaces.
The property's built with a strong eye toward sustainability and energy conservation, following Bioregional's One Planet Living standards, using features like electric car charging stations, efficient appliances, and green building methods, all in an effort to support the environment while offering a safe, comfortable life for adults age 60 and over who want to age mindfully and find community rooted in mutual respect, connection, and contemplative care. People of any faith or philosophy are welcome, and the staff aims to provide support with hands-on, down-to-earth care that keeps residents' dignity and wishes at the center.
