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Memory care in Torrance 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 Torrance is about $5,209 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 36 communities, read 871 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The director is very wonderful. If there’s a problem they help us take care of it right away. They stay in touch with us. We’re out of state so the communication is really helpful! It’s been a really good...
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.
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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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Lovely people and a well maintained facility. They answer our questions and inquiries about mom’s care quickly and are always friendly and welcoming when we visit. They are caring and patient with 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.
The balmy Mediaterranean climate and lively culture scene of the Southern California community of Inglewood, Los Angeles County combine to make life pleasant and comfortable for residents of Westchester Villa assisted living community. Efforts by the Inglewood Cultural Arts, Inc. ensure that...
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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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Cost of memory care in Torrance, CA

The average cost of senior living in Torrance is $5,209 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardena, CA with an average of $5,065 per month.

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

Torrance, CA
$5,209/mo
$5,120/mo

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

Torrance, CA
$5,209/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,209/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,473/mo
Studio
$6,437/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,769/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,711/mo

Senior living costs in Torrance 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: Torrance, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTorrance, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,209/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,290/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$4,706/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Torrance, CA:$5,209/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Torrance, CA:$4,290/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Torrance, CA:$4,706/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Torrance, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Torrance 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
Torrance, CA$8,806/mo$8,144/mo+8.1%
California$6,659/mo$6,395/mo+4.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Torrance, CA
2024 average cost:$8,806/mo
2023 average cost:$8,144/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
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 Torrance

Recent reviews for memory care in Torrance

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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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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Torrance review score based on 156 family reviews

7.8
Review score29 facilities156 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 156 reviews of 29 Torrance memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Torrance 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

Torrance review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Torrance, CA29 facilities
8.1
Redondo Beach, CA33 facilities
8.2
Lomita, CA37 facilities

Review subcategories for Torrance 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 156 reviews of 29 Torrance memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Torrance 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.
Torrance, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
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*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Torrance memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Torrance memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Torrance, 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 Torrance 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 Torrance that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Torrance, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
86.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.2%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.9%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Torrance 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 Torrance Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Torrance, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.4%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Torrance 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 Torrance partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Torrance, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.1%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
51.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.1%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.6%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Torrance 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 Torrance communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Torrance, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
48.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Torrance 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 Torrance offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Torrance, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.4%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
82.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.3%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
51.7%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Torrance

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

Related senior services in Torrance, California

In Torrance, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Torrance, California, is somewhat car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Torrance include bus routes and public paratransit services. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Torrance has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Torrance offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Torrance Memorial Medical Center and Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance.

Torrance is a coastal community featuring several welcoming and rare attractions that help distinguish the city from its neighboring urban areas. Home to the Strand Bike Trail and numerous swimming beaches along Santa Monica Bay, this city is a popular destination for nature-loving tourists and residents alike. For others, the Chen Art Gallery boasts one of the most substantial collections of Chinese art in the U.S., and the Western Museum of Flight contains several aircrafts and aviation-related artifacts.

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