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Memory care in Cerritos 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 Cerritos is about $5,074 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 90 communities, read 2179 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living
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On 33 beautifully landscaped acres in Fullerton, California, Morningside is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) ideally located in Orange County, just 25 miles from Los Angeles. Orange County beaches are even closer. Here, residents enjoy a mild Mediterranean climate and a light daily...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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My dad is doing very well and I have no complaints and I have not heard anything negative from him. He has the biggest room next to dining room, activity room, and everything else. It is a fantastic room...
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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.
As a well-established retirement community in Fullerton, Acacia Villas provides a warm, family-like environment in a comfortable, homey atmosphere. Acacia Villas features 66 apartments, two large living rooms with a large-screen television, an attractively landscaped central courtyard, and a...
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Cost of memory care in Cerritos, CA

The average cost of senior living in Cerritos is $5,074 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Habra, CA with an average of $4,770 per month.

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

Cerritos, CA
$5,074/mo
$5,118/mo
$5,016/mo

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

Cerritos, CA
$5,074/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,074/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,092/mo
Studio
$5,283/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,864/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,514/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,336/mo

Senior living costs in Cerritos 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: Cerritos, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCerritos, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,074/mo$5,456/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,196/mo$4,503/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,460/mo$4,696/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Cerritos, CA:$5,074/mo
California:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Cerritos, CA:$4,196/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Cerritos, CA:$4,460/mo
California:$4,696/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Cerritos, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Cerritos 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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Memory care cost trends in Cerritos, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Cerritos 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cerritos, CA$6,134/mo$6,167/mo-0.5%
California$6,659/mo$6,395/mo+4.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Cerritos, CA
2024 average cost:$6,134/mo
2023 average cost:$6,167/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
California
2024 average cost:$6,659/mo
2023 average cost:$6,395/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Cerritos

Recent reviews for memory care in Cerritos

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.

MorningStar of Pasadena

5.0
I would give a 5 in every category. Morningstar of Pasadena is a beautiful facility with friendly, caring and professional staff. My mother has done very well there and we feel great peace of mind knowing she is in good hands. I would highly recommend the facility.

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

Beautiful and welcoming facilities. Many reviews mention the appeal of the clean, light, and well-maintained facilities at various communities. For example, at Ivy Terrace at Garden Grove, residents and families alike enjoy the gardens, while at Beach Terrace, the new and contemporary building leaves a positive impression.
Friendly and attentive staff. Several reviews praise the kindness, patience, and dedication of the staff at their loved ones' communities. At Ivy Terrace at Garden Grove, caregivers demonstrate genuine compassion towards residents, and at Regency Palms Long Beach, the memory care director goes above and beyond to help fa ...
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Variety of activities to encourage engagement. Reviews highlight the importance of diverse activities for residents, with communities such as Sunrise of Yorba Linda and Sunrise of Orange offering everything from arts and crafts to outings and social events. Staff members at Brittany House even cater to specific requests, like gardening ...
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Consistent communication with families. Clear and transparent communication between families and staff is a critical feature at many senior living communities. At Ivy Terrace at Fullerton, staff members keep families informed of their loved ones' daily activities and well-being, while Palmcrest Grand Retirement proactively reaches ...
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Individualized care plans. Tailored care plans help ensure that residents receive the right level of attention and support for their unique needs. Families at The Cottages at Artesia, LLC appreciate the accommodations made for their loved one's specific requirements, while Anaheim Villa commends the community's abilit ...
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Secure and safe environment. Residents and families want to feel confident that their loved ones are in a safe and secure community. At Ivy Park at Fullerton, Sunrise of Fullerton offers a high level of security, allowing residents to feel at ease, while Oakmont of Fullerton notes that the staff at Oakmont of Fullerton ...
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Cerritos review score based on 310 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 310 reviews of 79 Cerritos memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cerritos 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

Cerritos review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Cerritos, CA79 facilities
7.9
Artesia, CA86 facilities
8.0
La Palma, CA92 facilities

Review subcategories for Cerritos 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 310 reviews of 79 Cerritos memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Cerritos 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.
Cerritos, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Cerritos memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cerritos memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cerritos, 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 Cerritos 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 Cerritos that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cerritos, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.9%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.6%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cerritos 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 Cerritos Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cerritos, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.4%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.8%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cerritos 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 Cerritos partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cerritos, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.7%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
49.4%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.5%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cerritos 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 Cerritos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cerritos, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
41.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cerritos 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 Cerritos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cerritos, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.3%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.2%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
29.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Cerritos

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 Cerritos protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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