F.A.Q.

The site is in Healdsburg, CA and, yes, it is possible to visit. We are just north of the Simi Winery on the west side of Healdsburg Avenue on the north side of town. 1801 Boxheart Drive, Healdsburg, CA 95448.

We are currently taking Reservation Deposits on available residences. These deposits equal 10% of the entrance fee for the specific residence being reserved. This deposit is completely risk free, fully-repayable with interest and provides additional benefits and opportunities as an Enso Circle member.

Enso Village is now open for residents, family and scheduled visitors only. Future residents and depositors are currently working with our team to personalize their residences with their choice of flooring, fixtures, finishes and other features. Reservations are still being accepted for a limited number of remaining residences. Contact us today!

While Zen practice is intrinsic to our community, it is not a requirement and we welcome all religious and philosophical choices and traditions at Enso Village.

Daily sittings, classes, practice groups, lectures and workshops are available to those who chose to participate. There is a meditation hall and retired Zen teachers that live in the community. In addition, staff members and interested residents are trained in the practice of Contemplative Care, a partnership approach that draws on the transformative mutuality of caregiver and care receiver.

In a word, no. While we expect Zen practitioners to continue to embrace Enso Village, as well as enrich our culture immensely, supporting a spirit of inclusion and fostering diversity are core values of our community. Therefore, everyone is welcome without regard to race, faith, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. In short, we are open to all who are open to aging mindfully and living joyfully in a beautiful and sustainably designed environment. And as a Kendal affiliate, Enso Village is also operating in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Enso Village (incorporated as Kendal at Sonoma a Zen-Inspired Community LLC) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that owns the land.

The acreage of which Enso Village is a part is being referred to by the City of Healdsburg as the North Village. There are a number of uses anticipated for the overall parcel including a boutique hotel, restaurant and workforce housing.

Because the safety and well-being of residents is our first and foremost priority at all times, in the event of a wildfire, earthquake or other natural event, Enso Village has a detailed set of plans that includes a potential evacuation. Supplies are at the ready and backup generators are in place to power our community as well as our vehicle charging stations. Our staff is repeatedly trained to manage and assist in the safe and orderly relocation of every resident and the community implements regularly scheduled practice drills with residents to ensure that all of us are familiar with and ready to implement Enso Village’s Emergency Operation Plan (EOP). This plan is submitted for approval to the State of California Department of Social Services. The plan is a public document, available to anyone upon request and has been created in partnership with local first responders and state agencies.

Many residents who have long-term care insurance and require assisted living, memory support or skilled nursing services may be able to apply their insurance benefits to services at Enso Village. Residents can contact their insurance representatives directly to further explore how their long-term care insurance benefits may be applied.

A Life Plan Community—sometimes called a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)—offers independent living with access to a continuum of care, including assisted living and memory support services, all on one campus. Residents can enjoy an active, engaged lifestyle today, while knowing that future care needs can be met without having to leave the community they call home.

At Enso Village, this model is uniquely enriched by our Zen-inspired values and commitment to whole-person wellbeing. Our Life Plan structure allows residents to age in place with confidence, surrounded by a supportive community, personalized care options, and meaningful opportunities for growth, connection, and contribution.

Independent Living is designed for individuals who are active and self-sufficient, seeking a lifestyle enriched by community, wellness, and ease. Residents live in private apartments and enjoy services like dining, maintenance, and cultural programming—all without the responsibilities of traditional homeownership.

Assisted Living provides support with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while still encouraging autonomy and engagement. At Ensō Village, Assisted Living is fully integrated within the community, meaning residents in the assisted living neighborhood have access to the same vibrant amenities, dining experiences, and programming as those in Independent Living—ensuring continuity, inclusion, and connection at every stage of life.