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Ensō Village

1801 Boxheart Drive

4.8(18 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
400
Licensed capacity
400 residents

California CDSS

Community type
Life Plan Community, typically entrance-fee based model
Additional care
Also provides memory support alongside assisted living
Operator background
Run by Kendal Corporation, founded on Quaker principles
Unique perk
Valet brings residents' cars to the door
Food sourcing
Chef sources meals from on-site organic gardens

What Families Think

Families and residents describe Ensō Village as a warm, intellectually engaged community with healthy food, organic gardens, and a mindful, Zen-inspired culture. Most reviewers are highly positive about the people, activities, and amenities, though one reviewer flagged staffing turnover and inconsistent service quality in the independent living side.

The Good

  • Friendly, welcoming residents and staff
  • Healthy, organic food from on-site gardens
  • Pool and wellness amenities
  • Weekly talks and learning opportunities
  • Valet service for residents' cars
  • Minimalist design residents can personalize

The Bad

  • One report of high staff turnover affecting service
  • One report of slow, unhelpful administrative response

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About Ensō Village

Enso Village is a Zen-inspired Life Plan Community offering assisted living and memory support in Healdsburg, California, designed for adults 60 and older. The community provides experienced senior care for daily tasks while residents access the same culinary, recreational, and learning opportunities as their neighbors.

The community emphasizes mindful aging, environmental stewardship, contemplative care, and healthy life choices. Residents are supported by like-minded others in a culture described as active and joyful as well as mindful, with contemporary residences and contemporary offerings.

Healdsburg features an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, hiking trails, galleries, and natural beauty that residents can access, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration within the surrounding Sonoma County area.

Enso Village is operated by The Kendal Corporation, a visionary provider of senior communities founded on Quaker principles. The community maintains a commitment to inclusion, ensuring that residents, staff, and volunteers feel accepted and included regardless of race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, or other characteristics.

Types of Care

Assisted Living

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Reviews

4.8overall · 18 ratings combined

4.8★ on Google (18)

Patricia McMillen

Nov 2025

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Very disappointed in my Enso experience. For the price, the level of knowledge/service in independent living is shockingly low - I’m sure staff turnover has a lot to do with it, but that does not seem to be getting any better. I moved on within my 90 day window, with gratitude for those residents and staff (especially concierges, servers and valets) who occasionally even crack a smile and always find a way to solve a problem rather than sending me on to yet another clueless administrator. Update: loving life in Santa Rosa CA. Cognitive issues were only going to get worse in “independent living”…and SR has all the activities of Enso, and then some, as long as I’m still driving (then there’ll be uber).

Rona Renner

Sep 2025

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I moved here 4 months ago and it was a life changing decision (in a very good way). The people are friendly, kind, and so interesting. The food is wonderful and healthy. I love the pool, and I am grateful for the opportunities to learn from the people who live here and the people who come to give talks each week.

Paul Jeschke

May 2025

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One of the best moves we’ve ever made. A great community, top-notch facility, fantastic food. We love living here in the heart of wine country.

Max Koeninger

May 2025

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Karen was so helpful and patient with us. She squeezed us into her fully packed schedule and gave us a thorough tour on our impromptu stop about a month ago.. I apologize for being so late writing a review Karen. We are (hopefully) at least 10 years away before wanting to enter a transitional care facility, but management & residents at ENSO felt cerebral yet very welcoming & friendly: right up our alley. Karen explained that they are not yet accepting deposits and we are still looking at other facilities, but ENSO is on our list! Many thanks Karen, Max & Ann.

mary grimes

Apr 2025

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This is a new model for later lifestyle conscious living, with all kinds of activities that residents create the space to their enjoyment. Beautiful amenities and my favorite idea is them minimalist design, and everyone is allowed to put their artwork on the wall outside of their room to express themselves. The chef hand picks from the large organic gardens that are nurtured and can be viewed from the balconies. There is space for your car and they will bring it to the front door for you when you’re ready to go on an outing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Ensō Village offer?

Ensō Village offers Assisted Living.

Where is Ensō Village located?

Ensō Village is located at 1801 Boxheart Drive in Healdsburg, California.

What do families say about Ensō Village?

Families and residents describe Ensō Village as a warm, intellectually engaged community with healthy food, organic gardens, and a mindful, Zen-inspired culture. Most reviewers are highly positive about the people, activities, and amenities, though one reviewer flagged staffing turnover and inconsistent service quality in the independent living side.

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