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Assisted living costs in Carson average about $6,464 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 1294 communities in Carson. Our detailed directory has 15563 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Los Angeles, Long Beach and Burbank.

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This is a community for the care my mom received. We found the staff to be outstanding and caring. The community was clean and maintained. We would recommend this community for the care of a loved one.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health In addition to 35 years of Medical experience and over 10 years of Assisted Living operations, Serenity Care Health provides a living experience like none other. With our compassionate and friendly staff, home-like living environment, and communal...
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The entire staff were amazing. They knew this was a very difficult time for me and provided excellent care for my mother. Filled with compassion, understanding, friendliness and most importantly honesty.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Encino Terrace Senior Living strives to ease the life of each resident, providing a worry-free environment. Taking care of a home with all of these responsibilities, can become tiring and quite overwhelming. The goal of Encino Terrace Senior Living is that you enjoy your home and all of the...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Refined, relaxed and engaged assisted living and memory care delivered through shared events, experience and conveniences in a secure, luxury setting. The community has superb amenities and conveniences. We have multiple dining venues, fitness and activity rooms, bar and beverage station, dog...
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This is a nice location and community. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. It does take a couple of calls to get a response back to our questions or concerns about our loved...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Twelve Oaks Senior Living offers Independent, Assisted and Memory Care options in a quiet residential neighborhood in the La Crescenta area of Glendale.We have a wonderful, devoted Team...many of which have worked at Twelve Oaks for over two years and several have worked here for over five...
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It’s with gratitude that I write this review. My mother spent the last year of her life at [name removed] & [name removed]’s home/board & care. I had looked at the big type facilities, but, thank goodness I...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our mission is to provide compassionate and supportive care for the elderly in a loving and nurturing atmosphere.Burbank Hills Comfort Living is a modern assisted living facility located in beautiful Burbank, CA. We provide individualized care, supervision, and assistance with activities of daily...
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My loved one was recently in this community and I have no complaints of how things went for her while she was there. The staff where excellent to work with and I was very comfortable with the care they...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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We have nothing but good things to say about this community, they are keeping COVID under control and our loved one is very happy there. When we were able to visit the community it was clean, and the staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to the new and improved Henrietta’s Leven Oaks! First opening in 1911 this historic and magnificent building is the heart of Old Town Monrovia. We have 41 elegant units tailored for serene living with activities around the clock. We accommodate seniors who require assistance with...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Orange Hill Quality Care for over a year and the overall experience was great. They provided loving care for my loved one. Based on our experience, I would highly...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Orange Hill Quality Care is a premium residential care facility located in the beautiful city of Anaheim Hills , on a cozy and quiet cul-de-sac street. Our goal is to provide 24 hour quality, professional care and comfort for the elderly as they welcome their golden years in our brand new...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Danberry Residential Care home is located in the bedroom community of Tustin, California located in the affluent Orange County. Tustin is a city of go-getters with an amazing 10% of the population holding start-up businesses. In 2009, Tustin made Forbes list of the top 25 towns in America to...
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There are strict regulatory audits force meticulous processes to be adhered to, when being able to administer medications. There are no discrepancies allowed from doctor's orders and administrating of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Since 1968, Singing Oaks has been committed to helping seniors live a life full of individuality and purpose by providing Assisted Living services and caring for those with memory impairments relating to Alzheimer's and Dementia. Our goal is to provide our residents with the highest standard of...
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The food needs some work with more variety and keeping it warm. It's always cold. My dad complains a lot. And although my dad won't join the activities. The residents want more movie nights and holiday...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Westminster Gardens in Duarte, California is a beautiful, diverse senior living community. Westminster Gardens accommodates seniors at any stage in their lives from home care to assisted living they are able to cater to all of your needs. At Westminster Gardens, your loved ones will be able to...
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Moved dad in about 2 months ago. The staff is caring and attentive. Communication to family members has been excellent. There are a wide variety of activities but dad doesn't participate with everything. ...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Villagio at Capriana is a premier memory care community set on a lush campus with industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Our energetic team assists residents in organizing their time so that each day is filled with engaging activities and meaningful social connections...
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They make the transition easy for the family and the staff was very helpful and nice. They coordinated with the hospital. We had good communication between family hospital and ActivCare I would definitely...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
ActivCare Orange is a new full-service memory care community that provides specialized assisted living for those with Alzheimer's or related dementias.As pioneers in memory care, we have been enhancing life for those with memory loss for more than 30 years. It's our sole focus.Different Levels of...
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My mother lived at Royal Oaks for the last 10 years of her life(95 years young). Facilities are well kept, particularly when any flu or cold is going around. Royal Oaks reacted immediately to the current...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Royal Oaks offers a peaceful oasis for seniors looking to enjoy California retirement living at its finest. Tucked away in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains along historic Route 66, our community is just minutes from major freeways and all of the cultural and recreational attractions of...
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I am happy with the care at this community. We like that the staff is friendly and a good environment. The community is clean and well maintained. They offer healthy meals that she is enjoying. They have...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Evening Grace Assisted Living is a residential care home located in the tranquil town of Encino, CA in Los Angeles County. Our hospitable community overlooks lush green areas and stunning views of the larger Los Angeles County. Encino has a cheery and homey atmosphere and this makes it a great...
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My husband suffered rapid decline from memory loss / Alzheimer's, and I struggled to navigate the world of placement options for him. When I stumbled on Forever Young (his 3rd placement) and met the owner I...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
William Young, Owner and Memory Care Specialist at Forever Young Memory Care began his journey to build the perfect home where seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s can live purposeful lives in an environment designed to enhance their quality of life in every way. William’s vision started over...
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Country Home Alcove is a great community. The community is so clean it seems you could eat off the floors. The staff is really friendly and helpful. They have a great price considering everything they offer...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Country Home Alcove is a family friendly environment that is cozy, warm and relaxing. Country Home Alcove has been open since November 2012. Our staff members have over 25 plus years in senior care. Staff members include an R.N., LVN and Nursing Home Administrator. We are located in the San...
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So far so good. My mom is definitely being well fed and well taken care of. When I go visit her she definitely seems to be in better shape than she was before so we'll be sticking with them for now. It's...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Are you looking for a home-like atmosphere for your parent who needs nursing care? Vine Valley Homes in Sun Valley may be the solution you're looking for. After their beloved grandmother passed away in 2009, the owners of Vine Valley converted their family home to a unique, comfortable residence...
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My mom has been living there since May. It really is a wonderful place. There is nothing she needs that they don't have. She complains that if there is a medical issue the nursing staff is too attentive?!?!...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Setting the standard for senior living for the past three decades, Regents Point is a full-service, continuing care retirement community of 400 residents in the heart of Southern California. Centrally located next to a 347-acre nature preserve and the University of California — Irvine, our...
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We chose this facility because they assured my brother that they would do everything they could to get my mom out of bed and do some physical therapy. My mom is very happy here. I have not been able to see...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Clarendon Assisted Living features a community of four board and care homes, accommodating six residents each, on quiet residential streets in both the Woodland Hills and Lake Balboa areas of the San Fernando Valley. Residents at Clarendon experience a lifestyle that replicates their own —...
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This community has been very welcoming and helpful, my mother has adjusted well to it. The community looks great, they keep everything nice and clean. The staff is excellent, very helpful and accommodating....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
CAI's Home Care CAI's Home Care is a senior care home located in the affluent Tarzana neighborhood in the city of Los Angeles, California in Los Angeles County. Our residence is located in a safe and serene place that is easily accessible by road. The seniors in our community have the opportunity...
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Top of the line customer service and attention to detail that really helped reassure me when placing my cousin in this facility. The property is gorgeous but the staff and administration is what made us...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
AvantGarde Senior Living and Memory Care is a premier community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, & Memory Care and Respite Care. We are centrally located in the greater San Fernando Valley close to all major freeways and West Los Angeles. Tarzana Providence, Encino Hospitals and...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Canyon View Chateau is a residential care home for seniors, licensed by the department of social services in the tranquil city of Diamond Bar, California. We provide personal quality care services and supportive amenities in a residential setting with a comfort of a home.Living with comfort and...
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I rarely review business but I felt compelled to share my family’s experience and more specifically my father’s time with Golden Way Care. My father’s health had been steadily declining over the last few...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our mission at exclusive senior care is to provide care for the whole individual in a beautiful comfortable and luxurious environment, with the understanding of the residents life experience and personal needs. We are experienced at managing dementia, Alzheimer’s disease as well as having...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Grant Serenity Homes is about nurturing homes and fostering a sense of belonging. Much like the loving embrace of a family, this residential care facility embodies warmth, compassion, and the unwavering commitment to enriching the lives of its residents.Step inside and you'll immediately sense...
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Cost of assisted living in Carson, CA

The average cost of senior living in Carson is $6,464 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anaheim, CA with an average of $5,891 per month.

Assisted living costs in Carson, CA, vs. state and national averages

Carson, CA
$6,464/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Carson, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,464/mo
$7,603/mo

Assisted living costs in Carson, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,674/mo
Studio
$5,319/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,820/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,345/mo

Senior living costs in Carson vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Carson, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarson, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,464/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,603/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$4,752/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Carson, CA:$6,464/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Carson, CA:$7,603/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Carson, CA:$4,752/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Carson, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Carson and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Carson, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Carson have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Carson, CA$5,992/mo$5,640/mo+6.2%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Carson, CA
2024 average cost:$5,992/mo
2023 average cost:$5,640/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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2024 average cost:$5,968/mo
2023 average cost:$5,628/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carson, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Carson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Carson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carson

Sweet Home Senior Living 2 in Van Nuys, CA

5.0
My Mom spent the last year of her life at Sweet Home. I am so thankful that this was her final home. They knew how to care for at every stage. It’s hard to lose a parent. Sweet Home took care of us. The food is home cooked to the preference of each person. There are group holiday meals. Every ...
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Monterey Peninsula III in Corona, CA

3.8
My dad's only been there about a month and a half. Overall, I'd have to say a four out of five. There were a lot of factors taken into account: location, convenience. I am very happy with their helpfulness and their ability to answer questions Their patients, including my father, are ...
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Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the care and support provided by the staff at various communities. For instance, at Palos Verdes Villa, residents and their families express their gratitude for the exceptional care and attention the staff has shown to their loved ones. The staff at Ivy Park at Palos ...
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Strong sense of community. Reviews frequently mention the sense of community and friendship among residents at different facilities. At Ivy Park at Palos Verdes, residents have found companionship and community outside the memory care side, while at Regent Villa Retirement Home, the community's close-knit atmosphere h ...
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Resident-focused activities. Communities offer a variety of activities designed for the unique needs and interests of their residents. For example, at Ivy Park at Palos Verdes, an activities director organizes activities and is praised for her sweet and caring personality. Similarly, at Palos Verdes Villa, residents enj ...
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Thoughtful and responsive management. Management teams at several communities are commended for their attentiveness and ability to respond to residents' needs and concerns. At Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates, staff are professional and genuinely care about the well-being of their residents. The team at Palmcrest Grand Re ...
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Warm and welcoming atmosphere. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere of different communities is a common theme in the reviews. At Regency Palms Long Beach, the vibe is happy and the residents are friendly. The staff at Savant Studio Royale and Palm Court are praised for their pleasant demeanor and professionalism, creati ...
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Quality dining experiences. Quality food and dining experiences are important factors for many residents and their families, as reflected in numerous reviews. At Palos Verdes Villa, the food is excellent, while at Ivy Park at Palos Verdes, the kitchen staff are commended for their ability to accommodate dietary restric ...
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Carson review score based on 1,929 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 1929 reviews of 1294 Carson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carson review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Carson review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Carson, CA1294 facilities
8.3
Anaheim, CA1304 facilities
8.1
Oxnard, CA496 facilities

Review subcategories for Carson assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,929 reviews of 1,294 Carson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carson resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Carson, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.4
Friendliness
3.5
3.4
Care services
3.3
3.1
Staff
3.4
3.3
Meals & dining
3.2
3.0
Activities
3.2
3.0
Value for cost*
3.2
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Carson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Carson assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Carson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carson, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
64.1%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.4%
57.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.3%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.1%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carson assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Carson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carson, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.7%
41.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.5%
13.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carson assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carson, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.5%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.1%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
27.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.7%
37.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
19.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Carson assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carson, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.7%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.3%
18.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Carson assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Carson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carson, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.7%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.3%
31.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.5%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.6%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.5%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.2%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.9%
39.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.7%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Carson

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Carson protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Buena Park Elder Care, Ardenville Home Care I and Los Angeles Board and Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Carson, California. See full list of communities.
There are 1294 assisted living facilities near Carson, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Carson, California are Land of Peace 6, Los Angeles Board and Care and Atria Golden Creek. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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