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Assisted living costs in Cowan Heights average about $4,104 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 153 communities in Cowan Heights. Our detailed directory has 1628 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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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.
Madison Home Care is located in the personal homes of the residents in Madison county, North Carolina. We even cover surrounding areas such as Buncombe and Yancey counties. There is nothing more comfortable than being in your own home and having care come to you. The type of care that is offered...
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.
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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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.
Alternative Senior Care of Santa Ysabell offers the best when it comes to a cozy, and relaxed senior living facility, where your loved one can and will feel at home on the next step of their journey. It's all about real quality care, where your loved one will feel at home, safe, and at peace with...
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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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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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Carnelian Villas was a wonderful assisted living facility for my mom. The care my mom received was amazing. The facility gave my mom excellent care, nourishing meals, companionship, and support during her...
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.
Going Above and Beyond We focus on providing high quality care in a relaxed, family-style environment. Wellness and peace of mind are of prime importance to us. We are flexible and cater to the needs of our residents while providing extended care and supervision
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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 you explore Anaheim Villa Guest Home you will find that this can provide independent living at it's finest. There is often a wonderful climate in Anaheim, and this can provide many opportunities to get out and explore all that the area has to offer. There are some great attractions including...
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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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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Overall, it's been a positive experience, and I would recommend them. I have peace of mind that they are taking good care of my loved one. I think the staff are great. The only thing that's lacking is...
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 Heathers - Seaside Cottage I provides residents with a fantastic level of care, with a team of caregivers and staff in long term positions, along with visiting medical professionals and therapists. Awake night staff, licensed for dementia care and bedridden hospice care, provide around the...
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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.
Exclusive Eldercare, Inc is family owned and operated by an RN, social work consultant and RCFE administrator with over 20 years experience.Our homes are luxurious assisted living facilities custom designed for up to 6 seniors and we offer a variety of living arrangements, amenities and services,...
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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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My dad is doing very well and I have no complaints and I have not heard anything negative from him. He has the biggest room next to dining room, activity room, and everything else. It is a fantastic room...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
As a well-established retirement community in Fullerton, Acacia Villas provides a warm, family-like environment in a comfortable, homey atmosphere. Acacia Villas features 66 apartments, two large living rooms with a large-screen television, an attractively landscaped central courtyard, and a...
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Mom was at Glenwood for 3 1/2 years, dad was there less than a year. Both received outstanding care. The staff are truly gentle, caring, attentive, proactive, and we are blessed to have had mom and dad in...
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.
    We know that there is not place like home, but we are a very good alternative.Our facility has a small and cozy environment. Glenwood Care is located on a tree lined street in a quiet neighborhood in Fullerton,close to parks, shopping centers, skilled nursing facilities and...

Cost of assisted living in Cowan Heights, CA

The average cost of senior living in Cowan Heights is $4,104 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Corona, CA with an average of $3,982 per month.

Assisted living costs in Cowan Heights, CA, vs. nearby cities

Cowan Heights, CA
$4,093/mo
$4,091/mo

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

Cowan Heights, CA
$4,093/mo
U.S. national average
$4,719/mo

Assisted living costs in Cowan Heights, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,093/mo
$5,060/mo

Assisted living costs in Cowan Heights, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,755/mo
Private
$6,363/mo
Studio
$5,902/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,547/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,893/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,611/mo

Senior living costs in Cowan Heights 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: Cowan Heights, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCowan Heights, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,093/mo$4,510/mo$4,719/mo
Memory Care$5,060/mo$5,472/mo$4,974/mo
Independent Living$4,072/mo$4,707/mo$4,177/mo
Assisted Living
Cowan Heights, CA:$4,093/mo
California:$4,510/mo
U.S.:$4,719/mo
Memory Care
Cowan Heights, CA:$5,060/mo
California:$5,472/mo
U.S.:$4,974/mo
Independent Living
Cowan Heights, CA:$4,072/mo
California:$4,707/mo
U.S.:$4,177/mo
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Assisted living costs in Cowan Heights, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Cowan Heights 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
Cowan Heights, CA$6,225/mo$5,704/mo+9.1%
California$5,654/mo$5,349/mo+5.7%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Cowan Heights, CA
2024 average cost:$6,225/mo
2023 average cost:$5,704/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
California
2024 average cost:$5,654/mo
2023 average cost:$5,349/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cowan Heights, 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 Cowan Heights.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cowan Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cowan Heights

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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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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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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Cowan Heights review score based on 232 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 232 reviews of 113 Cowan Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cowan Heights 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

Cowan Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Cowan Heights, CA113 facilities
8.6
Orange, CA246 facilities
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Villa Park, CA211 facilities

Review subcategories for Cowan Heights 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 232 reviews of 113 Cowan Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cowan Heights 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.
Cowan Heights, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.0
Friendliness
4.4
4.1
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
3.6
Activities
4.0
3.6
Value for cost*
4.0
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Cowan Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cowan Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cowan Heights, 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 Cowan Heights 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 Cowan Heights 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
60.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.4%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
61.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.6%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Cowan Heights 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 Cowan Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cowan Heights, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.1%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.9%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cowan Heights 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 Cowan Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.1%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
33.6%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.7%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cowan Heights 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 Cowan Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.7%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
27.4%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cowan Heights 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 Cowan Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.6%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.8%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.2%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.9%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.6%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.1%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
33.6%
47%
Dances
Dances
20.4%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.5%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cowan Heights

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