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Memory care in Avalon 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 Avalon is about $5,498 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 246 communities, read 6352 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Discovery Commons Whittier
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I found the place to be nice cheery and clean. The staff was nice and friendly. The place had a very nice court yard for people to walk around in. I loved the court yard. The food was good for the most part...
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.
Step into Whittier Place Senior Living and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping.Sit in the...
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The grounds were always well kept the staff was outstanding my mother was always clean and well taken care of. She loved the food, they had Christmas dinners, Thanksgiving dinner, we had barbecues on the...
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.
The only residential care facilities to be built with a uniquely designed floor plan for those with Alzheimer's disease and memory impairment. Each center extends over two acres of land and offers extensive walking paths, park-like rose gardens and sunny patios for the residents enjoyment. The...
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Very friendly and accommodating staff from our initial point of contact for securing the unit, to the medication staff and dining folks. Upon move-in, they loaned us furniture and even some clothing as my...
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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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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I gave low ratings in administration and quality of care because, although the facility is very beautiful and clean, it was significantly understaffed and experienced a high turnover in leadership. During...
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.
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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Photo of Atria Newport Beach
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Her face lit up when she moved in. The staff was exceptional and the facility was top. The one thing that was difficult was the individual pricing on every service. If we were to need the same type of...
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.
Located just off Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Terrace Senior Living is a welcoming community designed for older adults who are looking for a simplified life and discreet support from a friendly and professional staff.Newport Terrace Senior Living is convenient to shopping and dining venues, and...
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They have all been professional and caring to my mom and the other residents. I would absolutely recommend Park Plaza to anyone who cares about their loved ones. In fact, I have told my friends and family...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Located just blocks from historic downtown Orange, Park Plaza boasts an award-winning architectural design, and features studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Bright and plentiful common areas allow residents to move about freely, enjoying a variety of planned activities or simply relaxing in...
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This is such a beautiful community, with such an amazing staff. I am very satisfied with Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls. Great food Great staff Such an amazing place I highly recommend Bay Towers at Bixby...
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.
Bixby Knolls Towers is located in Long Beach, California and has the perfect outdoor setting for any senior who wants a relaxing environment, filled with wildlife sounds, large trees, and green grass. Residents can take a stroll through our spacious yard, enjoying the beauty that our assisted...
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Six months ago, my aunt moved into Savant of Santa Monica, and I can truly say it was the best decision for her well-being. From the moment we walked in, the warmth and professionalism of the staff made us...
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.
Re- Discover fresh air and sunny days in Santa Monica at The Holiday Villas. Family owned and operated means exceptional retirement living with personalized service. Since 1972, The Holiday Villas have been a leading provider of high-quality senior housing serving the Santa Monica and West Los...
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Everyone is nice and as helpful as they can be. The facility is clean, they feed them well, and if the person is an able body they have plenty of activities.
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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Photo of Brookdale Brea
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22 Floor plans available
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They get a 10 for all areas. They have been awesome for us. Nicest staff ever. Clean. They take excellent care of my mom. Food is great and mom loves good food. Lots of activities. They take care of her...
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.
This Is HomeRemember the good ole days when you stayed up late with your friends, sharing secrets and telling stories? You spent hours together, playing games and exploring all the possibilities the world had to offer. Best of all, you experienced that sweet sense of belonging that we all crave....
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We like Brittany House...it's always clean and my mom seems happy there. I do have one critique and that is that we're never really sure what time her meals will be. Lunch comes anytime between 12 and 1:30....
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.
Embarking on life's journey, Brittany House is your destination for compassionate care. Our innovative approach seamlessly combines the comforts of retirement living with the specialized support of skilled nursing, specifically tailored for those with Alzheimer's and related dementias. Our...
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All questions get a 5. Before finding this facility, they were at [community removed]. They told me they could handle them from assisted living until death. They grossly over sold their memory care division....
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 Laguna Hills is a 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...
Photo of Ivy Park at Tustin
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Some things we like the most about the community are the activities, the chef made meals which my mom loves, and the overall nice environment. Half of the facility has people that are still coherent and can...
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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I was the family that dropped off my uncle and just from the brief time I was there I felt that it was very pretty and welcoming upon arrival. The staff were very kind and the location was perfect for his...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 San Juan Capistrano is a senior living community set on a beautiful piece of property easily accessible from Interstate 5. The location boasts lovely walking paths and gardens and is near many regional nature trails and parks. It’s only a short distance to many popular restaurants and...
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Photo of Ivy Park of Wellington
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Unfortunately, some of these have changed over the course of the past year. My ratings reflect where we are now. This is specifically about the memory care wing. Sometimes, communication with the staff is...
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 of Wellington is a senior living community set in picturesque Laguna Woods. The location boasts coastal amenities and a temperate climate. It’s only a short distance to many popular restaurants and shopping centers. At Ivy Park our seniors are empowered to maximize their independence and...
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Photo of Park View Estates Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Overall the staff is great. My biggest issue is with communication with a resident in memory care. The facility prefers their residents not to have a cell phone but reaching a resident without one is 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.
Park View Estates is a warm and welcoming senior community. Conveniently located in Fountain Valley, California and next to Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center, Park View Estates offers a continuum of care for our residents to gracefully age in place. Our living options include...
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The entire staff is really nice and helpful. The place is clean and they have a lot of activities for the residents. I would recommend to others.
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.
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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I would rate it a 5 on all 8 categories. After a month of living here were very satisfied with our decision. What we like the most about the community is the friendliness of staff and residents. We live 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.
Located in prestigious Anaheim Hills, California, The Meridian At Anaheim Hills is a full-service, resort-style retirement community. Whether you are rediscovering what retirement means to you, or looking for a home that provides continuing care, The Meridian At Anaheim Hills has innovative...
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We are really impressed with all of the attendants (example, told them that she liked peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and within 15 minutes she had one for her lunch). The rooms are always clean and 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.
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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1. They had a single bed room and my brother is used to living alone. 2. The staff there were very nice. 3. There were a lot of activities going on and they had an ice cream bar area. My brother loves ice...
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.
Centrally located in California's famed Orange County just a short drive from the excitement of Los Angeles and the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, Kirkwood Orange is a well-equipped Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering a full range of supportive care services. Our rare blend of modern...
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Staff were friendly - although they were constantly short staffed. They need more staff for patient support and care so you do not have to wait hours for help.
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.
Beautiful Pet Friendly Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Living Community Nestled in the East Side of exclusive Costa Mesa.Our award winning community creates a customized service and assistance plan for each resident with a variety of therapies and life enrichment activities. Our...
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I think overall the experience has been good. I would give it a four or five. It was hard for my mom to adjust in the beginning, but it seems like she's getting used to it. The rooms are larger than any 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.
At Aegis we know and care about our residents as unique individuals. We honor and affirm their past, present and future. And we believe that growing older is not something to be endured, it's something to be savored and celebrated like life itself. We are committed to knowing and caring for our...
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Very sadly my dad's health declined and he passed away prior to moving into Brookdale. My experience with Brookdale was 100+ percent pleasant. Very very helpful and we were reimbursed fully for the funds my...
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.
Are you looking for an assisted living community where you can redefine your independence?At our community in Santa Monica, California, we can assist you with the little things — like simple housekeeping and meals — and with bathing and getting dressed, too. With assisted living, we customize...
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We looked at five senior living places and chose Walnut Village. It was the only place that people looked up and greeted us as we walked through the facility. We were invited to stay overnight including...
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 the heart of Southern California, there's a new concept in retirement living with an award-winning design that wraps cottages and residences around a shop-lined village square and garden courtyards. If you're attracted to that warm sense of belonging that comes from small-town living, you'll...
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Cost of memory care in Avalon, CA

The average cost of senior living in Avalon is $5,498 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Alamitos, CA with an average of $5,107 per month.

Memory care costs in Avalon, CA, vs. nearby cities

Avalon, CA
$5,498/mo

Memory care costs in Avalon, CA, vs. state and national averages

Avalon, CA
$5,498/mo
U.S. national average
$5,014/mo

Memory care costs in Avalon, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,498/mo

Memory care costs in Avalon, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,870/mo
Studio
$7,769/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,843/mo
2 Bedroom
$11,942/mo

Senior living costs in Avalon 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: Avalon, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAvalon, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,498/mo$5,534/mo$5,014/mo
Assisted Living$4,251/mo$4,536/mo$4,752/mo
Independent Living$4,755/mo$4,762/mo$4,211/mo
Memory Care
Avalon, CA:$5,498/mo
California:$5,534/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Assisted Living
Avalon, CA:$4,251/mo
California:$4,536/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Independent Living
Avalon, CA:$4,755/mo
California:$4,762/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Memory care costs in Avalon, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care 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.

Avalon, CACA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Avalon, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care 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 median 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$7,204/mo$6,602/mo+9.1%
California$6,703/mo$6,407/mo+4.6%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
Avalon, CA
2024 average cost:$7,204/mo
2023 average cost:$6,602/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
California
2024 average cost:$6,703/mo
2023 average cost:$6,407/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
National
2024 average cost:$6,493/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Avalon

Recent reviews for memory care in Avalon

Kirkwood Orange

5.0
My loved one received excellent, loving care from the Kirkwood family. I highly recommend this facility. The staff is very responsive to all my concerns. I highly recommend this facility. My loved one was very happy there.

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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Meridian at Bella Mar in Santa Monica, CA

4.5
There are lots of activities for the residents here. The facility is very bright, cheerful and full of light. I love the atmosphere here. The staff is great and the residents seem very happy and active. They interact with each other well.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and care demonstrated by staff members towards residents at their communities. At ActivCare Laguna Hills, a family member visits frequently and spends hours there, observing the staff's interaction with residents. They have noticed the staff's empathy, reas ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents find joy in the various activities offered at their communities. At Newport Beach Memory Care, there are plenty of activities, including outings in the community van and the option for private dining with family. At Oakmont of Torrance, the award-winning activity director plans res ...
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Highly communicative staff. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is crucial for peace of mind. At Palmcrest Grand Retirement, a family member praises the staff for their responsiveness to questions and concerns. At Discovery Commons Whittier, a family was encouraged to be proactive in asking que ...
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Home-like atmosphere. A homelike environment is essential for many residents, offering comfort and familiarity. At Newport Beach Memory Care, Newport Beach Memory Care is described as a small, intimate community where residents are able to make their rooms their own. At Sunrise of Yorba Linda, Sunrise is praised ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are essential to ensure residents' comfort and health. At Ivy Terrace at Garden Grove, the facility is praised for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and accessibility. At Lakewood Gardens, Lakewood Gardens is commended for its top-of-the-line renovations, creating a vacat ...
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Personalized care. Individualized attention is crucial for providing optimal care to memory care residents. At Crescendo Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care, caregivers demonstrated empathy, patience, and understanding, tailoring care to residents' unique needs. At Lakewood Gardens, Lakewood Gardens' ...
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AI generated from the text of family reviews

Avalon review score based on 997 family reviews

8.4
Review score217 facilities997 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 997 reviews of 217 Avalon memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Avalon 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

Avalon review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Avalon, CA217 facilities
7.9
8.0
Rolling Hills, CA28 facilities

Review subcategories for Avalon 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 997 reviews of 217 Avalon memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Avalon 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.
Avalon, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.6
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Avalon memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avalon memory care 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 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 Avalon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.6%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.9%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.7%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.4%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.3%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.9%
69.2%
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 Avalon 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 Avalon Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.4%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.5%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.4%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avalon 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 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
41.9%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.9%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.4%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.2%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Avalon 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 Avalon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.2%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
53.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.8%
22.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Avalon 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 Avalon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avalon, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.8%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.7%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.8%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.2%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.4%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.2%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.8%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
41%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.2%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.8%
45.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Avalon

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Avalon protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Golden Creek, Oakmont of Orange and Sunrise of Yorba Linda are the top-rated memory care facilities near Avalon, California. See full list of communities.
There are 246 memory care facilities near Avalon, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Avalon, California are Atria Golden Creek, Oakmont of Orange and Atria San Juan. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 246 memory care facilities near you in Avalon, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Avalon, 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 Avalon, 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 Avalon, California ranges from $750 to $17300. The average Memory Care cost in Avalon, California is $5,498. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Avalon, California typically starts at $750. 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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