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Memory care in Norwalk 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 Norwalk is about $5,152 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 70 communities, read 1747 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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I think they do a great job overall at Knott Avenue Care Center. I really appreciated how much they were able to work with me when I came to finances. They really focus on the customer service and care here....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Knott Avenue Care Center is a top rated senior care nursing facility located in beautiful Buena Park, California. We pride ourselves in offering the very best in around the clock sub acute, post acute, and medically complex care. Our expert staff has the training, knowledge, and friendliness...
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To me, they were very reliable. They kept communication going between myself and what was going on with my loved one. I would recommend it. It was difficult to move in during quarantine, but during that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Retirement Living-A true retirement center empowers you to retire from some of the daily chores of laundry, cooking and cleaning so you can truly relax and spend your time however you choose. Assisted Living-Many of us need a hand with everyday activities as we get older. We want you to be safe...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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Great friendly family own facility. Well oriented of the Dementia population. Caring people. Clean and affordable. Very reasonable and workable management
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.
Thank you for expressing interest in Karlton. We are a licensed 70-bed care center located in Orange County. Our facility has been designed for elderly persons requiring assisted living due to Alzheimer's Disease or other related disorders. We offer a secure environment with two patios and...
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Writing about Anaheim Crown Plaza: my home As each month goes by , I’ve become more certain that this is my permanent residence. I’ve been President of Resident Council for 14 years and while people have...
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.
The Anaheim Crown Plaza in Anaheim, California is here to make your loved one's journey into retirement a pleasant one. Dine on the shaded patio or take a stroll across our exquisitely landscaped yard for a breath of fresh air in this resort-like retirement community. Our staff are not only here...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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.
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The caregivers are on top of things and my dad is getting good care. The food is good and they offer different choices. They have a piano room, television room and other activities available. They keep the...
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.
Whitten Heights Assisted Living and Memory care is family owned and operated. Our community is nestled in La Habra with access to nearby shopping. We have been in business for over 30 years. We currently provided Independent, Assisted and Heritage Living. Our Heritage living program is for those...
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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.
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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 Mom just moved into Hacienda Grande four days ago. Although a huge adjustment in her life, I think her new residence will work fine for her. The administrator in charge, Marianne Hodel, is super -...
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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.
Our 24-hour staff and caregivers are sensitive to the individuality and unique needs of our residents. You will enjoy our rose garden entrance and enclosed patio.  We provide private and shared rooms with private bath, individuality controlled heat and air conditioning, and...
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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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Norwalk, CA

The average cost of senior living in Norwalk is $5,152 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Habra, CA with an average of $4,770 per month.

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

Norwalk, CA
$5,152/mo
$5,118/mo

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

Norwalk, CA
$5,152/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,152/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,120/mo
Studio
$5,150/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,738/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,599/mo

Senior living costs in Norwalk 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: Norwalk, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorwalk, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,152/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,221/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$4,485/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Norwalk, CA:$5,152/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Norwalk, CA:$4,221/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Norwalk, CA:$4,485/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Norwalk, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Norwalk 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Norwalk, CA$6,387/mo$6,170/mo+3.5%
California$6,659/mo$6,395/mo+4.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Norwalk, CA
2024 average cost:$6,387/mo
2023 average cost:$6,170/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
California
2024 average cost:$6,659/mo
2023 average cost:$6,395/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
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 Norwalk

Recent reviews for memory care in Norwalk

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

Friendly and responsive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Whittier Place Senior Living, where families appreciate their willingness to answer questions and address concerns. At Sunrise of Orange, staff members are praised for their considerate and compas ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities offered at different communities, from gardening and social events to movie nights and museum outings. At Crescent Landing Garden Grove, the activity director sends pictures and videos to families to keep them updated on their loved ones' experiences.
Thorough and consistent communication between families and staff. Families value clear and transparent communication from caregivers, allowing them to stay informed about their loved ones' care and well-being. At Palmcrest, staff members keep in touch with families even when they live in other countries and attend regular meetings to discuss residents' needs.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Residents and their families consistently mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, with communities like Arbor Palms Senior Living and Lakewood Gardens having recently renovated and well-kept living spaces. Staff members at Brittany House ensure that residents' rooms are always clean an ...
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Nutritious and personalized meals. Quality meals are a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their senior living communities. At Oakmont of Fullerton, staff members accommodate individual dietary preferences and needs, while Lakewood Gardens offers above-average meals that residents look forward to.
Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Many reviews emphasize the importance of a warm and welcoming community where residents feel at home, with staff members treating them with kindness and respect. At The Cottages, caregivers show genuine concern for their residents and create a caring environment.
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Norwalk review score based on 240 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 240 reviews of 65 Norwalk memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Norwalk 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

Norwalk review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Norwalk, CA65 facilities
7.9
7.9
Artesia, CA86 facilities

Review subcategories for Norwalk 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 240 reviews of 65 Norwalk memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Norwalk 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.
Norwalk, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Norwalk memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Norwalk memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Norwalk, 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 Norwalk 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 Norwalk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Norwalk, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.4%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Norwalk 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 Norwalk Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Norwalk, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.9%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Norwalk 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 Norwalk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Norwalk, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
47.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.5%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Norwalk 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 Norwalk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Norwalk, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.6%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.9%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Norwalk 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 Norwalk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Norwalk, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.3%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.1%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.2%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
27.7%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.6%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Norwalk

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Orange, Oakmont of Orange and Highland Manor Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Norwalk, California. See full list of communities.
There are 70 memory care facilities near Norwalk, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Norwalk, California are Palos Verdes Villa, Atria Golden Creek and Sunrise of Yorba Linda. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 70 memory care facilities near you in Norwalk, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, California ranges from $750 to $21200. The average Memory Care cost in Norwalk, California is $5,152. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Norwalk, 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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