Carlton Concord sits in a convenient spot just a few blocks from the Concord BART station and near shopping, dining, and entertainment options like Todos Santos Plaza, Brenden Theaters, and Starbucks, so you can walk to just about anything you might need with a high walkability score of 91, and when you're not out and about you'll find gated parking, controlled access, and a door attendant around the clock for peace of mind, and the whole property's kept smoke-free indoors in all public and private areas. The apartments come in studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom choices, each with a balcony, full kitchen, and plenty of storage with coat closets and walk-in closets, many with views of the city or wooded areas, and plenty of room to have pets, since both dogs and cats are welcome. There are indoor and outdoor common areas, courtyards with fountains and walking paths, a garden and patio spots for relaxing or eating outside when the weather's good, and there's a gated parking garage, elevators, and ground floor apartments if you prefer to avoid stairs.
This 55 and over retirement community has been family-owned for more than 25 years and offers independent living apartments along with residential care, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home services, so you can get more help when you need it. Onsite homecare is offered, with physical, occupational, and speech therapy available, and a doctor's on call service if you need medical support, plus there's help with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management if that becomes needed, and staff's always around day and night. You don't have to worry about chores since weekly housekeeping and linen service are included, with laundry on site, and apartment cleaning and repairs handled by maintenance staff. There's complimentary transportation for appointments or errands, plus a package receiving service and online rent payment to make daily life a bit easier.
Meals are provided with breakfast, dinner, and Sunday brunches, all made by professional chefs, and dining's available in a bistro-style setting, with healthy, made-to-order, restaurant-style meals including vegetarian options. You'll find a clubhouse, a game room, a fitness center, a TV lounge, and a library, with a full slate of activities, trips, and entertainment managed by a full-time activity director-there's live music, fitness classes, educational seminars, happy hour, theater and movie viewing, and devotional services if spiritual support is wanted. Beauty and barber services are available on site, along with a spa and salon, so you don't have to go far for the basics, and there's a focus on letting you pick the level of assistance you need so you can keep as much independence as possible as things change. The grounds are landscaped with trees, fountains, and garden paths, with plenty of spaces inside and out for gatherings, relaxing, or organized events, and a remodeled lobby and dining room are scheduled to be ready in late summer 2025 for an updated look. Staff speaks Spanish, pets are welcome, and monthly leasing gives you flexibility, so no long-term commitment is required if your plans change. Utilities like water, garbage, internet, and cable TV are included. The whole community stays active and engaged, gracious to pets, and family involvement remains strong, aiming to be a safe place where you can get the support you need while living as independently as you want for as long as possible.
