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Memory care in Santa Susana Knolls 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 Santa Susana Knolls is about $6,057 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 33 communities, read 1009 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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It's a beautiful facility, the rooms we very nice, the staff was also very nice, and the outside patio was kept clean and there were a lot of flowers. I would definitely recommend this community to others
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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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I had been looking for a place for my dad. When I pulled up. The place looked inviting and clean. I was greated by smiling faces. The staff where all welcoming and warm. They showed me around and told me...
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.
The Olive Branch Situated in Northridge, California, Olive Branch Assisted Living offers residents the utmost in comfort and care. This 25-acre community boasts a park-like setting and is perfect for afternoon strolls, family gatherings and recreational activities. Located just off of Balboa...
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The staff at Varenita Westlake are extremely caring and there seems to be very little turnover. They seem to genuinely enjoy working there. The housekeeping is great- my mom's room is always clean. They have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Varenita, you’ll thrive in an environment that provides the perfect balance of independence, inspiration and support. Our holistic assisted living and Valeo™ memory care programs paired with an impressive list of amenities are designed to nourish your mind, body and soul. All with the security...
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The people at Cedars Assisted Living are great! It appears that they are trying to maintain the building, however, the rugs really need to be replaced. It is time for them to do something with the high...
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.
Cedars Assisted LivingCedars Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the beautiful town of Northridge, Los Angeles County, California. Our community is located in a peaceful area where you can sit and enjoy the beautiful mountains. It is a great place to live, and the perfect...
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Okay, so I just got here. But from being tossed around from place to place for two years, losing all of my personal possessions in the process--nobody cared--Ambassador Gardens is a dream come true. Staff...
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.
Van to and from doctor/dentist3 meals per daySnacksMedication supervision1 personal wash per week (laundry)HousekeepingActivitiesMonthly outingsShoppingTerrific staffing
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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.
The most important aspect of our community are our wonderful and loving Associates that will care for your family while they are living at Oakdale Heights. With our nursing staff onsite seven days/week, sixteen hours/day, your loved one is in good hands. They will be able to relax while being...
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My loved one likes the food. There is a lot of activities, and my loved one enjoys being in the dayroom. They have a very clean and lovely dining area. It's a very caring place. The residents are very...
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.
West Hills Retirement Center West Hills Retirement Center is an assisted living community in the pleasantly warm climate of West Hills, CA. Located in the lively town of West Hills, residents have access to multiple nearby senior centers and a variety of delightful shopping locations. Gentle...
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Santa Susana Knolls, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Susana Knolls is $6,057 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glendale, CA with an average of $5,300 per month.

Memory care costs in Santa Susana Knolls, CA, vs. nearby cities

Santa Susana Knolls, CA
$6,057/mo

Memory care costs in Santa Susana Knolls, CA, vs. state and national averages

Santa Susana Knolls, CA
$6,057/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Memory care costs in Santa Susana Knolls, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,057/mo

Memory care costs in Santa Susana Knolls, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,365/mo
Studio
$5,927/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,230/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,144/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Susana Knolls 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: Santa Susana Knolls, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Susana Knolls, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,057/mo$5,456/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,527/mo$4,503/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$5,345/mo$4,696/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Santa Susana Knolls, CA:$6,057/mo
California:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Susana Knolls, CA:$4,527/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Santa Susana Knolls, CA:$5,345/mo
California:$4,696/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Santa Susana Knolls, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Santa Susana Knolls 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
Santa Susana Knolls, CA$7,702/mo$7,146/mo+7.8%
California$6,659/mo$6,395/mo+4.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Santa Susana Knolls, CA
2024 average cost:$7,702/mo
2023 average cost:$7,146/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
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 Santa Susana Knolls

Recent reviews for memory care in Santa Susana Knolls

Evergreen Retirement Residence in Burbank, CA

4.5
My father was a resident at Evergreen for just shy of two years. Unfortunately when he was diagnosed with dementia, we needed to move him to a residence with a higher level of care. He had one of the few one bedroom apartments available. The staff and caregivers were very attentive to his needs. ...
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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.

Terraza Court Senior Living in Culver City, CA

4.4
The thing that was most apparent to us was how open and inviting the fell of the community was. From the staff to the residents it just feels welcoming. They have activities like bingo and other things for the residents to do to keep busy. I like it a lot here it has been a great fit for our ...
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Santa Susana Knolls review score based on 153 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 153 reviews of 31 Santa Susana Knolls memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Santa Susana Knolls 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

Santa Susana Knolls review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Santa Susana Knolls, CA31 facilities
8.5
Bell Canyon, CA35 facilities
8.6
Simi Valley, CA30 facilities

Review subcategories for Santa Susana Knolls 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 153 reviews of 31 Santa Susana Knolls memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Susana Knolls 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.
Santa Susana Knolls, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Santa Susana Knolls memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Susana Knolls memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Susana Knolls, 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 Santa Susana Knolls 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 Santa Susana Knolls that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Santa Susana Knolls, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
90.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.8%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.4%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
93.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Susana Knolls 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 Santa Susana Knolls Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santa Susana Knolls, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
67.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.6%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Susana Knolls 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 Santa Susana Knolls partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Susana Knolls, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
58.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
80.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
77.4%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
48.4%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Susana Knolls 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 Santa Susana Knolls communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Susana Knolls, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
67.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80.6%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
77.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
51.6%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Susana Knolls 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 Santa Susana Knolls offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Susana Knolls, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
83.9%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
87.1%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.9%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
74.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
80.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
71%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80.6%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Santa Susana Knolls

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