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Love the staff at this friendly caring facility. My auntie is so happy here. Lots of activities and the food is good too. Thank you!!
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.
Evergreen Haven is located in the glorious city of Torrance, California. It offers assisted living for senior citizens who cannot live alone on their own but are perfectly capable of enjoying their day to day life with the help of some assistance and support. It is a great facility which caters...
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Morningside Terrace is a wonderful place, and the caregivers are angels. My dad is doing well and we couldn't ask for a better place for him to be. We are so fortunate for have found this place, and we...
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.
Morningside Terrace is located in Sheboygan, WI just minutes from beautiful Lake Michigan. We promote independent senior living by striving for the right balance of health and wellness, while ensuring the dignity of every resident. We offer many levels of senior care, including independent...
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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.
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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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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.
Brent Wood Villa is a senior living community dedicated to allowing senior to live their golden years as fully as possible. We don't offer a facility that seniors cna live in as much as we offer a community where they can remain active, social, and enjoy themselves. At Brent Wood Villa, we offer...
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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.
Mater Dei Care Home is located in Torrance, California and provides professional services for the elderly including assisted living and Alzheimer's and Memory Care. With a full time staff professionally trained to work with seniors, we are dedicated to providing the best care possible to our...
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Love the staff at this friendly and caring home. There are lots of activities and meals are prepared with care and taste good too! We are very happy here. Very responsive to our needs and highly recommend
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.
VILLA CHRISTA is a residential care home for the elderly licensed by the Department of Social Services.  We provide personal care and emotional support to the elderly from ages 60 and over. Our goal is to be the premier home care haven in South Bay Area.  We provide a serene loving...
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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.
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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.
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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.
The Amber Ville assisted living community is located in beautiful Long Beach California. We pride ourselves in giving excellent hospice care and assisting those with Alzheimer's. This is a residential care facility with the emphasis being on the residents. They are our primary focus, and that is...
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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.
Kind Heart Home Care II is a cozy residential care home situated in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. We offer loving, thoughtful care for aging elders in a family-styled home like environment. At Kind Heart Home Care II we pride ourselves in the care we offer to our residents, and the reliable and...
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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.
Starlight Bay Guest Home is located in the city of Rancho Palos Verdes. It is elegantly furnished throughout. Amenities include large dining room, bedrooms with hill side views, large sunroom, 24 hour caring staff.
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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.
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I toured Huntington for my mother, and overall, I think it was a very nice community. The rooms seemed a little secluded to me, and more apartment-like than in some other communities I had visited. My mom is...
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.
Huntington Retirement Hotel offers a luxurious home for our residents.  Tastefully decorated rooms and one bedroom suites, complete with kitchenettes, are available in a variety of sizes and decor.  We offer an elegant dining room and a variety of common areas for different...
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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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We are new to the care home but like everything we see. Everyone is very caring and works with a gentle hand. The care givers are always busy, but they have good coverage day and night.
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.
Anza home care is located in the beautiful community of Torrance California. This senior care facility can help senior citizens with their daily needs as well as help them maintain their health and medical condition. This assisted living facility specializes in working with patients that have...
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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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Everything is going very well for my father in law at this community. He really likes it here. This is a smaller community compared to the other ones we looked at, but that is better for him so the...
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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.
At THE CHATEAU, we understand that peace of mind and the quality of life are important when selecting an assisted living community. Here, residents are cared for with kindness and respect because we value and respect each individual's life experiences. We are dedicated to promoting and...
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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.
When it comes to getting the best in real quality senior care that truly matters, you need to remember that it's about location, getting what you need for a family member, and much more. It's all about knowing that as your Senior transitions that they deserve the best when it comes to real...
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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.
Tending to the needs of an elderly senior may be a bit more demanding than one may be able to handle. There is no doubt that elderly family members are greatly loved, cherished, and respected, but the daily obligations of work, school, errands, and chores can make it extremely difficult to be by...
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We had toured a few different options before settling on this. The assisted living option tended to remind her of a hospital setting so we thought maybe a smaller intimit setting would be the better way to...
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.
Aunt Mona's Care Home, Inc. is located in Rancho Palos Verdes, California and is a beautiful senior living home which offers a magnificent view of LA Harbor. The grounds are fully secured with professional security personnel and safety features that guarantees peace of mind for every resident. We...
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My father live there, The house is always clean and the workers are friendly. A Homely environment My mom could no longer care for her husband and we wanted a place were he could be in a place comparable to...
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.
Fonthill Gardens is an old style castle, clean, and very beautiful. We grow a lot of roses in the front and back yards. We are able to provide care for long term and short term stays, we do provide respite care. We have both a Dementia and a Hospice Waiver. We provide three meals and snacks...
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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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My mother lived with our family for 18 years until she needed more help than we could provide. We found Crofton Manor and couldn't be more delighted. The team at Crofton Manor create a very home like...
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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.
When you first enter Crofton Manor Inn you see the warmth and caring of our staff and residents.  We are you answer to affordable senior living.  When you walk into our common areas, dining room and apartments you feel the ambiance of home.  You notice residents with smiles and a...
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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...

Cost of assisted living in Carson, CA

The average cost of senior living in Carson is $4,264 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rolling Hills, CA with an average of $4,192 per month.

Assisted living costs in Carson, CA, vs. nearby cities

Carson, CA
$4,264/mo
$4,290/mo
$4,257/mo

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

Carson, CA
$4,264/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,264/mo
$5,216/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,867/mo
Studio
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1 Bedroom
$7,970/mo
2 Bedroom
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Senior living costs in Carson 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: Carson, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarson, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,264/mo$4,535/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,216/mo$5,531/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living$4,656/mo$4,760/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Carson, CA:$4,264/mo
California:$4,535/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Carson, CA:$5,216/mo
California:$5,531/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Carson, CA:$4,656/mo
California:$4,760/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Assisted living costs in Carson, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Carson 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Carson, CA$6,413/mo$7,038/mo-8.9%
California$5,677/mo$5,366/mo+5.8%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Carson, CA
2024 average cost:$6,413/mo
2023 average cost:$7,038/mo
Percent change:-8.9%
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2024 average cost:$5,677/mo
2023 average cost:$5,366/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carson, 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 Carson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Carson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carson

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

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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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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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Golden City Home Care in Torrance, CA

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For the most part they are caring people, but they really need to be more aware. I think they take their eyes off the ball, like leaving the room with the rails for bed down, and the patient falling out of the bed. My mom fell out the first month and broke her leg and I am pretty sure it was ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the care and support provided by the staff at various communities. For instance, at Palos Verdes Villa, residents and their families express their gratitude for the exceptional care and attention the staff has shown to their loved ones. The staff at Ivy Park at Palos ...
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Strong sense of community. Reviews frequently mention the sense of community and friendship among residents at different facilities. At Ivy Park at Palos Verdes, residents have found companionship and community outside the memory care side, while at Regent Villa Retirement Home, the community's close-knit atmosphere h ...
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Resident-focused activities. Communities offer a variety of activities designed for the unique needs and interests of their residents. For example, at Ivy Park at Palos Verdes, an activities director organizes activities and is praised for her sweet and caring personality. Similarly, at Palos Verdes Villa, residents enj ...
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Thoughtful and responsive management. Management teams at several communities are commended for their attentiveness and ability to respond to residents' needs and concerns. At Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates, staff are professional and genuinely care about the well-being of their residents. The team at Palmcrest Grand Re ...
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Warm and welcoming atmosphere. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere of different communities is a common theme in the reviews. At Regency Palms Long Beach, the vibe is happy and the residents are friendly. The staff at Studio Royale by Cogir are praised for their pleasant demeanor and professionalism, creating a warm and ...
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Quality dining experiences. Quality food and dining experiences are important factors for many residents and their families, as reflected in numerous reviews. At Palos Verdes Villa, the food is excellent, while at Ivy Park at Palos Verdes, the kitchen staff are commended for their ability to accommodate dietary restric ...
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Carson review score based on 182 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 182 reviews of 122 Carson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carson 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

Carson review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Carson, CA122 facilities
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Compton, CA156 facilities
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Lomita, CA121 facilities

Review subcategories for Carson 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 182 reviews of 122 Carson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carson 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Meals & dining
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Carson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carson, 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 Carson 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 Carson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.9%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carson 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 Carson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carson, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.7%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.9%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.3%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
13.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carson 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 Carson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carson, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
23.8%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.6%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.8%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Carson 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 Carson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carson, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.1%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
19.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9%
18.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Carson 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 Carson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carson, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
23%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.1%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.5%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.1%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.5%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.4%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.5%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.6%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.1%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
25.4%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
18%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.8%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Carson

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 Carson protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

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