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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Altadena, CA

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Memory care in Altadena offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Altadena is about $4,980 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 58 communities, read 1001 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Last Updated: 12/20/24
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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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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.
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Altadena, CA

The average cost of senior living in Altadena is $4,980 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Duarte, CA with an average of $4,615 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Altadena, CA vs. nearby cities

Altadena, CA
$4,980/mo
$4,903/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Altadena, CA vs. the state and national average

Altadena, CA
$4,980/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Altadena vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,980/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Altadena, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,466/mo
Studio
$5,768/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,957/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,560/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,000/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Altadena over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Altadena

Recent reviews for memory care in Altadena

Leisure Vale Assisted Living in Glendale, CA

5.0
Facility seems a good place for [name removed], well organized and staff are accommodating.

Brookdale Ocean House in Santa Monica, CA

4.2
The community is sometimes short on staff. The Executive Director always has an open door to discuss things with anybody. They have activities available for the residents and some include: bridge, blackjack, mahjong and more for the residents.

Ivy Park at Studio City

4.0
The staff and care were fine. The caregivers were all very friendly and knew what they were doing. The community was always nice and clean. They had a piano and that was lovely. The fitness program was great and I participated as much as I could. I liked that I could keep my dog with me and take ...
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Altadena review score based on 220 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 220 reviews of 52 Altadena memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Altadena review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Altadena review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Altadena, CA52 facilities
8.2
Pasadena, CA64 facilities

Review subcategories for Altadena memory care

When memory care 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 220 reviews of 52 Altadena memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Altadena resident and family memory care 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.
Altadena, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Altadena memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Altadena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
59.6%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.8%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.2%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.8%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.2%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Altadena memory care

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 Altadena Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Altadena, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.8%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.6%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Altadena memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Altadena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.4%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
48.1%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.8%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Altadena memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Altadena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Altadena memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Altadena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.7%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.5%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.3%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Park of Pacific Palisades, Sunrise of Beverly Hills and Studio Royale by Cogir are the top-rated memory care facilities near Altadena, California. See full list of communities.

There are 58 memory care facilities near Altadena, California. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Altadena, California are Sunrise of Beverly Hills, Studio Royale by Cogir and Solheim Senior Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 58 memory care facilities near you in Altadena, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Altadena, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Altadena, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Altadena, California ranges from $900 to $21200. The average Memory Care cost in Altadena, California is $4,980. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Altadena, California typically starts at $900. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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