Walnut Park is an independent living community located in Visalia, CA, managed by Holiday by Atria. The community is designed for seniors seeking a residential setting that encourages independence, featuring senior-living amenities and services but not offering assisted living or memory care directly on site. Residents live in private apartments and have access to communal spaces, group activities, and an environment intended to foster social engagement. Walnut Park provides chef-prepared meals, regular housekeeping, and a selection of activity programs. For those who require additional personal or medical care, third-party health services can be arranged privately, ensuring that residents can supplement their independent living experience as needed.
Care support at Walnut Park primarily centers on enhancing residents’ overall well-being through programs and amenities rather than direct medical care. Fitness and wellness are promoted with regularly scheduled exercise classes, including yoga and chair yoga, which are structured to accommodate varying mobility levels. The community supports a multilingual environment, offering programs and communication in English and Spanish to ensure accessibility for diverse residents. On-site amenities include a barber and beauty salon, providing grooming and personal care without necessitating offsite appointments. While staff members do not provide direct medical assistance, they are trained to respond to emergencies by contacting appropriate services; however, protocols restrict them from direct intervention in situations such as resident falls until emergency responders arrive.
To support residents with both medical and non-medical appointments or errands, Walnut Park offers complimentary transportation services. These transportation services are intended to help residents maintain their independence and access the wider community, including trips to healthcare providers, shopping centers, or social events, without the need for personal vehicles.
Residents and their families frequently comment on the friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable staff, who are attentive in addressing questions and helping with transition and adjustment periods. The facility is noted for its maintenance standards, with clean apartments and communal areas, recent renovations, and a generally cheerful environment. An active schedule of events, crafts, entertainment, and group gatherings contributes to the community atmosphere. Some feedback points to mixed experiences with meal quality and variety, and occasional challenges accessing all facility areas or desiring more outdoor space. Emergency protocols are strictly followed, which has been both a reassurance and a source of concern in isolated incidents. Overall, Walnut Park provides an independent living setting with a focus on resident comfort, daily support, and opportunities for social and physical activity.
Costs at this community start at $2,789 and range up to $6,583. The average price in the community is $4,470, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,158. The cost of independent living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
