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Assisted living costs in Altadena average about $6,338 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 1302 communities in Altadena. Our detailed directory has 15579 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Los Angeles, Pasadena and Burbank.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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They have been great. They are really working with us, with the insurance company. They have been so patient and so helpful. They are taking really great care of her. The staff is so wonderful, we are really...
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.
We believe, very strongly, that 'happier, healthier seniors live longer and more meaningful lives.' We try to use this philosophy to determine and prioritize everything we do. Lifestyle: For our residents to be happy, we recognize the need to create an environment that promotes activities,...
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Moved dad in about 2 months ago. The staff is caring and attentive. Communication to family members has been excellent. There are a wide variety of activities but dad doesn't participate with everything. ...
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.
Villagio at Capriana is a premier memory care community set on a lush campus with industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Our energetic team assists residents in organizing their time so that each day is filled with engaging activities and meaningful social connections...
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Very nice and accommodating. The activities are fun and the food is decent. My in laws room is really nice. Also the patio has a small view of the ocean
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.
Located just minutes from the Hermosa Beach Pier and King Harbor in Redondo Beach, Sunrise of Hermosa Beach sits right in the heart of Hermosa Beach, less than a mile from the Pacific Ocean. We pride ourselves in our wide variety of activities, our caring and compassionate team and our beautiful...
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They are amazing with the challenges my dad may give. The staff are professional, kind, understanding, I cant say enough good things. They text us with picture good or bad. The price is reasonable. They are...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Thank you for considering LightShine Home Care as you search for a home for your loved one. We are dedicated to providing companionship, comfort, love, and excellent care to each of our residents with skill and Christian love. Our facility is designed to help make our residents feel right at...
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The staff at Canyon Trails were very caring and friendly. I would definitely recommend this facility to anyone looking for care for a loved one.
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.
Canyon Trails is focused on enriching the quality of life for our residents and their families. We recognize the value of the human spirit and believe that memory impairment and other chronic or acute conditions do not mean the end of a purposeful, rich life. We provide: A beautiful brand new...
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ActivCare has been a lifesaver for my husband. Considering all the places I visited this was the best to serve his needs. The staff is amazing by keeping me informed and caring. I would totally recommend...
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 Yorba Linda is a new 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.Purpose-built for Memory...
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As far as I could see, they were fine with cleanliness, but [name removed] room had ants. We cannot rate the meals and dining because [name removed] would not eat food there - she had said it was to spicy....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
HICKORY CARE HOME is a quaint assisted living home located in Torrance, CA. We provide trusting, thoughtful care for aging seniors in a family-styled home like environment. At HICKORY CARE HOME we take pride in the care we offer to our residents, and the professional and considerate service we...
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We picked this community, for our loved one because it is very clean, with friendly people. It's a great place. I liked my tour experience.
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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 like this community for the excellent . The community was always clean and well maintained. The menu was outstanding and a good variety of meals. My father was offer alot of activities to participate with...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Finest Living Guest Home IIFinest Living Guest Home II is a residential care home located in the stunning Torrance, California, Los Angeles County. Our home is strategically positioned in a place that gives an amazing atmosphere of paradise. The quiet and friendly neighborhood gives it the...
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My loved one was a resident at Silverado Beach Cities and our experience here at this facility was good overall. The main reason for the lower rating would be the facility itself. It is still too much like a...
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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After visiting several assisted living communities in the Santa Clarita Valley and San Fernando Valley. We chose Pacifica Based on the smaller size of the community, the updated private room, the available...
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.
Santa Clarita Hills Senior Living offers a full spectrum of services and amenities, and will coordinate with you a specific program to meet your individual needs and lifestyle.Assisted Living offers independence while providing you with a lifestyle of leisure activities, meals with your friends...
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I really love the person who runs this facility. They actually took the time to see my Mother in the hospital to interview her. It is a smaller community and only allows 6 people maximum. Both of the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Flair Manor's purpose is to create a nurturing environment. We proudly cater to the physical and emotional needs of each resident by offering the highest level of personal attention. Residents have their own potential for independence. With awareness to each individual's need for dignity and...
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I cannot say enough good things about Clarendon. The staff are well trained, friendly, & helpful. Everyone there goes above & beyond to make sure everyone is healthy, happy & comfortable. My mom feels safe ....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Clarendon Assisted Living features a community of four board and care homes, accommodating six residents each, on quiet residential streets in both the Woodland Hills and Lake Balboa areas of the San Fernando Valley. Residents at Clarendon experience a lifestyle that replicates their own —...
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My parents are residents there and they are being well cared for. [Removed] the proprietor is very attentive to the residents' needs by patient observation and does everything she can to do what's best for...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
At Natural Life Assisted Living we focus our attention on a healthy natural life and our Core beliefs. Our residents should feel safe, secure and cared for. We work very hard for our facility to look and feel like home, because how our residents feel and their comfort is our priority.We pride...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Golden Life Home Care VIII services is dedicated to providing leadership and excellence in delivering quality homecare services. We are committed to providing customized personal care services of superior quality and value that improve the lives of our residents, and provide peace-of-mind (and...
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They're doing very well in what can only be described as a very difficult situation. My mom suffers from extreme OCD and she can be incredibly disruptive and they are working with her on that. In the past...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
If you live in Southern California, you may want to think about the options your elderly relatives have for assisted living. There are a few different resources people need to consider, but Land of Peace 4 may be at the top of your list. This is an inclusive assisted living facility that can help...
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My family has been very pleased with the decision to have mom at Tottees Place. They went out of there way to accommodate her.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
True Living CareWe promote excellence in care and provide an environment to achieve optimal wellness. Our focus is on the social, spiritual and important needs of each and every individual in a place of unconditional love and unending compassion. There's no other place like us.We offer...
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The staff is friendly and helped my mom feel comfortable. The communication with the family was poor. I had to call to speak with the director when I wanted information. Housekeeping was okay. The move in...
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.
The Preserve at Woodland Hills is an Assisted Living & Memory Care community that provides exceptional services to seniors. Whether your loved one requires assistance with Activities of Daily Living, advanced Dementia care, or simply wants to live in an engaging community, we’re the right home...
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Based on 2-3 months in 2019. Spotless clean home, plenty of fresh healthy food, very polite kind staff, individual TV set in rooms, private rooms. Mom only got 1 shower per week, so i had to pay extra for...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
You are welcome by company "Woodland Hills Retirement Home".Our task consists in providing with the warm, safe and favorable atmosphere of adults of 60 years old and older senior which need the fixed help and observation. Our company is a family business therefore in our house of elderly people...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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They are very caring for all of their people. We are always treated like family. As far as activities go, there is really only so much that they can do. I would definitely recommend The Pine House to others...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Pine House, a board and care facility for the elderly, licensed by the Department of Social Services of the State of California, is located in Claremont, California which is a lovely quaint town nestled in the foothills.This is a town where cares about education for the young and a deep...
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We toured at least twelve or fifteen other places and at twelve different places and the Home with Heart in West Hills is by far the friendliest, nicest and cleanest of all. I visit my mom every day and I...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
At Elite Retirement Residence we love our elderly residents and we take care of them as if they were our own parents. That's why we are recognized by seniors, caregivers and healthcare professionals in the San Fernando Valley and surrounding areas of Los Angeles as a premier facility providing...
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My sister was just placed in this facility, she has symptoms of dementia. I was very impressed with the kind, friendly staff. They are attentive to the clients' needs. For instance, there are always staff...
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.
It's Simple. We Know Memory Care.We’re dedicated to the care of our residents andhere to provide a sincere, quality approach withour Journey Program which includes the activitiesof daily living, community interactions, and dining.Residents benefit from our personalized careplans, which celebrate...
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The food and care are absolutely great, and my Dad received the best care possible at this home. I would recommend this home to anyone thinking about placing their loved one at this location. It is,...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our mission at Golden Way Care is to provide respect and great care to our senior residents. It is essential to us because we have parents too. We start by understanding our residents' needs and life experiences. We are a family owned and operated assisted living organization with facilities in...
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I rarely review business but I felt compelled to share my family’s experience and more specifically my father’s time with Golden Way Care. My father’s health had been steadily declining over the last few...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
At Golden Tuscany, we care about our residents as unique individuals. We believe that growing older is not something we come to endure, but something to be celebrated, like life itself. Life at Golden Tuscany is like living in a resort, with all of the elegance, luxury, security, and fun you...

Cost of assisted living in Altadena, CA

The average cost of senior living in Altadena is $6,338 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anaheim, CA with an average of $5,926 per month.

Assisted living costs in Altadena, CA, vs. state and national averages

Altadena, CA
$6,338/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Altadena, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,338/mo
$7,629/mo

Assisted living costs in Altadena, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,492/mo
Studio
$5,198/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,852/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,843/mo

Senior living costs in Altadena 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: Altadena, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAltadena, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,338/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,629/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,717/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Altadena, CA:$6,338/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Altadena, CA:$7,629/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Altadena, CA:$4,717/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Altadena, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Altadena 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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Assisted living cost trends in Altadena, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Altadena 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 average 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
Altadena, CA$5,992/mo$5,640/mo+6.2%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Altadena, CA
2024 average cost:$5,992/mo
2023 average cost:$5,640/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
California
2024 average cost:$5,968/mo
2023 average cost:$5,628/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Altadena, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Altadena.

What families are saying about assisted living in Altadena

Recent reviews for assisted living in Altadena

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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Sweet Home Senior Living 2 in Van Nuys, CA

5.0
My Mom spent the last year of her life at Sweet Home. I am so thankful that this was her final home. They knew how to care for at every stage. It’s hard to lose a parent. Sweet Home took care of us. The food is home cooked to the preference of each person. There are group holiday meals. Every ...
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Monterey Peninsula III in Corona, CA

3.8
My dad's only been there about a month and a half. Overall, I'd have to say a four out of five. There were a lot of factors taken into account: location, convenience. I am very happy with their helpfulness and their ability to answer questions Their patients, including my father, are ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Prompt and accommodating dining services. Residents and their families appreciate the timely and warm dining experiences at various communities. For example, at Glen Park at Glendale - Mariposa St, the dining room opens early to accommodate residents' hunger and the food is consistently warm and delicious. At The Terraces at Park Mar ...
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Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and knowledgeable nature of the staff at their community. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term relationships they have developed with caregivers, such as at Ivy Park at San Marino and Arcadia Living.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Several reviews highlight the importance of thoughtfully designed living spaces in a senior living community. At Brookdale Monrovia, the facilities may be old, but residents still appreciate the cozy and intimate atmosphere. At Savant of Alhambra, the location is perfect for those who don't ...
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Access to nearby amenities and services. Communities that offer easy access to nearby amenities and services are highly valued by residents and their families. For example, at Pasadena Highlands, the prime location allows residents to enjoy various activities and nearby resources. At MorningStar of Pasadena, the facility's proximit ...
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Varied activities and social opportunities. A diverse range of activities and social opportunities is essential for many residents. Communities like MorningStar of Pasadena and Del Mar Park offer activities such as yoga, bingo, board games, and outings to keep residents engaged and active.
Comprehensive care services. A key feature for some residents and their families is the availability of comprehensive care services. At Glen Park at Monrovia, the love and dedication of the long-term staff shines through, ensuring high-quality care for their patients. At Arcadia Living, the staff's professionalism is ev ...
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Altadena review score based on 2,073 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 2073 reviews of 1302 Altadena assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Altadena review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Altadena review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Altadena assisted living

When assisted living 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 2,073 reviews of 1,302 Altadena assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Altadena resident and family assisted living 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.
Altadena, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.4
Friendliness
3.7
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.2
Staff
3.6
3.4
Meals & dining
3.3
3.1
Activities
3.3
3.1
Value for cost*
3.3
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Altadena assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Altadena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Altadena, 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 Altadena assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Altadena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Altadena, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.4%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
64.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.3%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.8%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.9%
53%
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 Altadena assisted living

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 Altadena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Altadena, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.8%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.4%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.9%
13.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Altadena assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Altadena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Altadena, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Altadena assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Altadena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Altadena, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.9%
18.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Altadena assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Altadena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Altadena, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
24%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.2%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
27%
48%
Dances
Dances
17.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.4%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Altadena

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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There are 1302 assisted living facilities near Altadena, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Altadena, California are Carmel Care Home, Land of Peace 6 and Los Angeles Board and Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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