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Photo of Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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My Mom loves it there. Says it's like a 5 star resort without a pool and handsome pool boys. Very happy with our decision to move her here.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
ASSISTED LIVING/ENHANCED CARE/ MEMORY CARElocated in Woodbridge Irvine, close to shopping and freeways.ASSISTED LIVINGEnjoy more of what you love with personalized care and professional support at Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine. Our attentive and dedicated caregivers understand that every resident...
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They were absolutely incredible taking care of my dad, particularly as he continued to decline, they adjusted and really tried to meet him where he was and help him with as much dignity as possible. We would...
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.
Town and Country Manor is a faith-based, non-profit senior living community located in the center of Orange County. We have carried out our vision of showing God's love through the caring and serving of our residents since Town and Country Manor was built in 1975. The result is a community that...
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1515 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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48 reviews
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The staff are lovely! And very patient with [name removed]. The room is great, over looking the courtyard with a pretty view and she can see people out there. Everything is clean and she really likes the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Ivy Park at Bradford is a senior living community convenient to Yorba Linda and Fullerton, as well as popular casual dining and shopping centers. The property offers beautiful spaces, indoors and out, to gather with friends and family—as well as resident garden beds and a community center. At Ivy...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.3
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From the moment we walked into the door the staff were welcoming and it was evident they are true caregivers. They care deeply for their patients and are devoted to their craft.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Sunrise of Yorba Linda is located in a quiet, residential community at Lakeview and Lemon. We are within steps of the new Yorba Linda Library and Cultural Center and across the street from the Yorba Linda Towne Center complete with shops, eateries and theatres. We are also within minutes of ...
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9.3
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17 reviews
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Great planned music performances Beautiful facility Always decorated for each season Helpful and polite staff Excellent daily events for all Food is wonderful and often themed Chef is talented and follows...
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.
Ivy Park at Mission Viejo is a senior living community set on a beautiful piece of property easily accessible from Interstate 5. The location boasts lovely walking paths and is near Lake Mission Viejo and Mission San Juan Capistrano. It’s only a short distance to many popular restaurants and The...
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9.3
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I am the caregiver for my elderly sister. I toured seven facilities and found Atria Del Sol to be it the most personable. It’s well maintained, and the staff is friendly. Three weeks ago. My sister moved in...
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.
Atria Del Sol is an inviting senior living residence serving active older adults. In addition to independent and assisted living options, our thoughtfully designed community now offers Life Guidance, Atria's innovative memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of...
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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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The staff seems pleasant but perhaps at times stretched too thin. Activities seem good just can't seem to get my mom involved though The food seems to have variety but not always hot temperature wise....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Located near the I-5 freeway, just east of the OSO Parkway, Sunrise of Mission Viejo is nestled in the heart of Mission Viejo adjacent to the Mission Viejo Country Club with a variety of suites that offer a wonderful view of the golf course and surrounding valley. We pride ourselves in...
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3131 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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The front staff are always great, sometimes it's hard to get ahold of someone to help with my questions about her care/cleaning. Communication seems to break down. Her room size is fine. She says she enjoys...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Peninsula Pointe by Cogir is a new boutique senior living community in the Rolling Hills Estates. At Peninsula Pointe, we empower residents to live life to the fullest in the heart of the peninsula. The 87 apartment Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers an elevated retirement...
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9.2
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I give the experience at Marbella 5 stars. The responses to my interest were timely and the first visit was comfortable and informative. The move-in itself was well organized and welcoming. Since then I have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Your Best Chapter YetIt’s time to write a new chapter of your life—and this one is going to be your best chapter yet. It includes all kinds of enriching and inspiring activities, events and excursions, freedom to rekindle a passion for former interests and discover new ones, and a community of...
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Photo of Ivy Park at La Palma
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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The staff is very polite, friendly and professional, the facility and individual rooms are kept very clean. Staff can always be found easily. Food has a wide assortment and dining room servers are very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Ivy Park at La Palma is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a picturesque suburban neighborhood set in a well-established area of Orange County. Just off of the 605 or 91 freeway, Ivy Park is just minutes from major family attractions like Knott’s Berry Farm, Disneyland Resort and the...
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Photo of Cogir of Brea
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9.2
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I can’t say enough about this wonderful facility. My mother has lived at Cogir of Brea for the last nine months in memory care. The staff is amazing. There is never any kind of concern or issue that is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Cogir of Brea is located in the heart of Brea, next to the Brea Mall and Brea Community Center near the 57/Imperial Exit. Residents will enjoy upscale amenities and services to enrich every phase of life. Discover a new artistic talent you never knew you had. Join a book club and meet new...
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It's a beautiful facility, overall well kept up. Now and then some hiccups (eg elevator breakdown or problem with a/c). Food is generally very good, with some delays in service in the dining room. Servers...
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.
In Laguna Niguel, California, Crestavilla – a Kisco Signature Residence – is a modern senior living community designed to make it easier for older adults to fully enjoy the natural beauty, relaxed spirit and effortless luxury of coastal living. Crestavilla is pursuing LEED® certification for...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Tustin
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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45 reviews
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My mom really likes Ivy Park. [name removed] is a great leader for the establishment and the staff is all very nice. My mother especially enjoys the chef cooked meals and availability of food at any time....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Ivy Park at Tustin is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a picturesque neighborhood within the city of Tustin. Just off of the I-5 or I-55, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Orange County Global Medical Center, a variety of scenic parks, bustling shopping centers and exquisite dining...
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The SLC is a wonderful place to live from the executive director down all staff members, residents are treated with respect and a caring attitude. The dining room service delicious food on a varied menu and...
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.
The Senior Living Community is a licensed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly offering the ideal balance of independence and support for adults ages 60 and older. Our community provides a comfortable, secure, and engaging environment where residents can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle with the...
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I've enjoyed living at Hollenbeck Palms for 17 years now. I like the fact that it's a one-off, not part of a chain. It's not-for-profit. I can go to the President/CEO's office and have a chat. It's like a...
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.
A Retirement Oasis Since 1890Hollenbeck Palms, set in a garden campus of eight and a half acres, is the premier retirement destination for seniors living in the Greater Los Angeles area. For over a hundred and thirty years, Hollenbeck has catered to the residential living, assisted living,...
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Overall, I have had a very positive experience with the facility, accommodations, and staff. The environment is comfortable, and most of the staff have been friendly, helpful, and attentive. The facility...
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.
Do more of what you love every day.Our community in San Juan Capistrano, California, is a continuing care retirement community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus.Along with our...
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Five on all counts. The Ivy was excellent. In every way, they were helpful. They were more affordable than other places, clean, attentive, caring really excellent in every way. We would recommend Ivy Park...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Ivy Park at Culver City is a senior living community that is easily accessible from Venice Boulevard, the 10 freeway, and Interstate 405. It offers a boutique-style oasis and unique architectural charm in a quiet neighborhood adjacent to Mar Vista. The property is close to several independent...
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We have had a wonderful experience. The director [name removed] has an excellent facility that is run with kindness, care and compassion. Our first impression was that it was like a walking into a hotel...
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.
At Sunnycrest, we prioritize a compassionate, personalized approach to assisted living. Our dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional care and ensuring that every resident’s unique needs and preferences are met with the utmost respect and attention. From our thoughtfully designed...
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All of the staff are kind and helpful. The food is excellent. It is very clean. Administration is first rate. They are expensive.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Make a lifelong commitment to living well with Clearwater at South Bay, an assisted living & memory care community in Torrance offering well-appointed apartment homes with both private and shared living options. Our community encourages residents to live a purposeful life by offering...
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The overall experience has been wonderful. [name removed] is super kind and incredibly helpful. The whole staff has worked together to really help [name removed] acclimate. The room is clean and the whole...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Embrace Your Golden YearsSeniors of Whittier, California who are looking for an assisted living community with safe, comprehensive care and a wonderfully diverse calendar full of enriching activities and programs need look no further. Here you can immerse yourself in beautifully-decorated...
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9.0
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Facility is clean and well-kept. The response time from the staff is inconsistent though positive more often than not. The food is okay and the rooms are of a generous size.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Ivy Park at Palos Verdes is a vibrant senior living community nestled at the corner of the Rolling Hills Estates. Paralleled to Route 1, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Torrance Memorial Hospital, the LAX, and a variety of exquisite dining options. Whether you’re taking a walk on Redondo Beach,...
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A couple things not on your survey! I would also give it a five for the property itself, which has a beautiful outdoor area with ocean views! I also would give it five stars for the location. It is one of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Crown Cove Senior Living has a very upscale rich living setting with abundant of amenities and attentive staff that ensures your every service needed guaranteed. Within our community you'll find staff and residents in love with what they do. Our staff is dedicated to providing quality service to...
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9.0
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My family has had a wonderful experience with Watermark Laguna Niguel. Our dad is currently in memory care there. Staff members take such great care with the residents, treating each person with compassion...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
WATERMARK LAGUNA NIGUELA premier destination for Assisted Living and Memory Care is NOW OPEN in Laguna Niguel.Inspired by the laid-back Southern California lifestyle, Watermark Laguna Niguel is a modern Assisted Living and Memory Care community that invites older adults to embrace resort-style...
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9.0
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Staff is very kind and caring. The food used to be better. There are good activities but my mother doesn't go to them. They have a lovely movie room but residents hardly go and wgfn my mother went once the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
"Oakmont of Torrance is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with lovely views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. You’ll feel right at home in our retirement...
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1818 Photos available
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9.0
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46 reviews
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46 reviews
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Since my friend moved into Merrill Gardens Memory Care, I have seen [name removed] create thoughtful life-enrichment programs tailored for residents living with cognitive decline. She organizes monthly...
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Avalon, CA

The average cost of senior living in California is $6,177 per month as compared to $5,853 in the United States.

Senior living costs in California vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeCaliforniaU.S.Cost difference
Nursing Homes$6,177/mo$5,853/mo5.5% above national median
Assisted Living$6,307/mo$5,909/mo6.7% above national median
Memory Care$7,557/mo$7,121/mo6.1% above national median
Independent Living$4,144/mo$3,532/mo17.3% above national median
Nursing Homes
California:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$5,853/mo
Cost difference:5.5% above national median
Assisted Living
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Cost difference:6.7% above national median
Memory Care
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Cost difference:6.1% above national median
Independent Living
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Cost difference:17.3% above national median
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Nursing homes costs in Avalon, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Avalon 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Avalon, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Avalon 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Avalon, CA$6,710/mo$6,319/mo+6.2%
California$6,446/mo$6,171/mo+4.5%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Avalon, CA
2024 average cost:$6,710/mo
2023 average cost:$6,319/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
California
2024 average cost:$6,446/mo
2023 average cost:$6,171/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Avalon

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Avalon

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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ActivCare Orange

4.7
We chose ActivCare Orange because I really liked the personal connection that we made, the staff were very open in comparison to the others that we looked at. It was like they opened up the entire facility, they were honest and it was full disclosure. It created a wonderful sense that we were ...
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Westchester Villa in Inglewood, CA

5.0
This facility is kept clean. It doesn't have the smell that's usually associated with caring for peoples. I personally visit my relative quite often, so the care is provided as needed. Notice other residents, they are taken care of also. I observed that this facility have quite a few activities ...
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Avalon nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avalon nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avalon, 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 Avalon nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Avalon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.2%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.9%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.2%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.6%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.7%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.7%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.9%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Avalon nursing homes

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 Avalon Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.9%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.5%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.6%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avalon nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Avalon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.8%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Avalon nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Avalon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avalon nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Avalon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avalon, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.9%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.3%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.4%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.2%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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