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Assisted living costs in Dolores average about $6,464 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 1298 communities in Dolores. Our detailed directory has 15536 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Los Angeles, Long Beach and Torrance.

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
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.
Granville Inn and Cottage are truly unique, charming and beautifully appointed family homes, each professionally designed to care for not more than 6 elderly residents. Both homes have enchanting yards with flower gardens and many trees. Our goal is to provide a loving and socially stimulating...
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Since my mom has been here at the care and insight has been great. The community is very, very clean and nice. My mom's room is a good size for her with a nice bathroom and dining area. I would definitely...
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.
Atherton is an independent living community located in the gorgeous city of Alhambra, CA, which is situated in Los Angeles County. The city provides a wide variety of things to do and attractions to see, from the golf courses and farmer's markets in the area to art exhibitions, this city has it...
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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.
On 33 beautifully landscaped acres in Fullerton, California, Morningside is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) ideally located in Orange County, just 25 miles from Los Angeles. Orange County beaches are even closer. Here, residents enjoy a mild Mediterranean climate and a light daily...
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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.
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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.
Family Choice 5Family Choice 5 is nestled within Huntington Beach, CA in Orange County. This residential care home in Southern California enjoys plenty of sunshine and warm weather all year long. The seaside city brings visitors year round as well since the beaches are inviting and there are...
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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.
A1 RCFE-Sunny Hills is located in California, within the warm, sunny and peaceful area of Fullerton. At A1 RCFE-Sunny Hills, we know that every senior has a right to enjoy their golden years. As such, we provide an extra helping hand for seniors who need a little help to achieve that dream. We...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I have found Carmel to be a very comfortable, friendly and helpful facility. It is very clean, the staff and management treat residents with respect and show a sincere interest in each resident. The food is...
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.
 Since 1978, we have offered a great alternative for seniors who may need additional assistance with their daily routines, medication management, bathing and dressing or personal hygiene, yet do not require the intensive services of a skilled nursing facility.  With the assistance of...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Meadowlark Gardens VII
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.
Meadowlark Gardens VIILocated in a quiet neighborhood in Huntington Beach, CA. Meadowlark Gardens VII is an intimate senior care home with a huge heart. Life here begins with glorious weather that allows residents a year full of opportunities to spend time outdoors whenever they please—the secret...
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Photo of My Ladies Guest Home
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Caring Partners Home Care Agency, LLC is an in home care service owned by registered nurses with over 20 years of experience. Caring Partners is dedicated to providing one on one attention and personalizing their service to meet your or your loved one's needs. Whether you are recovering from a...
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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
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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I love the care my mom is getting!!! Better than any hospital or facility around!!
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.
Concordia Guest Home 2 is a senior living center on Juniper Street in Brea, California. Specializing in board care and Alzheimer's care, the facility can meet the needs of residents regardless of their medical needs. We also offer respite care, which is a great way to take care of a loved one...
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My mom is under hospice at this community. The staff are taking good care of her. They are keeping her comfortable.
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.
Better Living & Care is located on a quiet street in the West Hollywood area. This home has recently reopened after undergoing a full remodeling. It features 6 private rooms, each with its own bath and shower. Each room comes fully furnished with a comfortable bed, drawer chest, nightstand,...
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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.
Santa Monica's most magnificent, premier retirement community, offering breathtaking views and ocean front living. Ocean House features 121 elegant, full-service senior apartments. This exquisite, 10-story community is situated on approximately one acre of prime ocean front land, overlooking the...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My Father has only been there for over one month, I can see that the Caregivers pay attention to the patients, and give them a lot of special attention, I have seen that with my Father, my Sisters feel that...
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.
Vista Cove at San Gabriel is an intimate and caring Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our mission is to serve our residents with compassion and respect in an inviting setting; to promote their independence; and to care for their physical, medical and emotional well being. Our commitment...
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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
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.
    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...
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We love this home. The staff is friendly, professional, & create a caring, family environment. They have gone above & beyond for our loved one in helping him to adjust to this transition. We feel so...
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 Villa and It's Mission Established in 2008 as Olga's Home Care.... Our organization evolved and was renamed in 2012 as The Villa at Pleasant Hills, we fondly call our home as 'The Villa'. The Villa offers a safe, supportive, stimulating, comfortable residential environment for seniors 60+ 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.
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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.
Located on Dorothy Drive, Pleasant Hills Home Care is available to help elderly person living in Brea, California or the surrounding areas. We realize that moving to a new location is a scary experience for anyone, which is why we go out of our way to make residents feel happy and at home. Our...
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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.
Abegail's Guest Home has been providing quality assisted living care to the elderly since 1992. We are located at 6372 Arlington Drive in Pleasanton, California. You can also find us at 10061 La Paz Avenue in San Ramon, California. We are known for creating a safe environment for senior living....
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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.
Cheerful Heart Home Care III is an assisted living community situated in the sunny city of Huntington Beach, California. Huntington Beach is a seaside city located in Orange County and is known for its active art center, its sports and recreational amenities and its annual events. Residents enjoy...
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Love Coastside Senior Home! [names removed] held my hand as I took baby steps transitioning mom from independent living. Steps that led to a nurturing and caring lifestyle for mom where she feels and 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.
Coastside Senior Home is a senior living community located in Half Moon Bay, California. We pride ourselves in being one of the largest and most secured communities developed specifically for seniors living in the area. We have beautiful homes available for either rent or purchase so that you can...

Cost of assisted living in Dolores, CA

The average cost of senior living in Dolores is $6,464 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anaheim, CA with an average of $5,891 per month.

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

Dolores, CA
$6,464/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,464/mo
$7,603/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,674/mo
Studio
$5,319/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,820/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,345/mo

Senior living costs in Dolores 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: Dolores, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDolores, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,464/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,603/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$4,752/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Dolores, CA:$6,464/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Dolores, CA:$7,603/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Dolores, CA:$4,752/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dolores, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dolores 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
Dolores, 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%
Dolores, 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 Dolores, 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 Dolores.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dolores

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dolores

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. At Palos Verdes Villa, for instance, the staff are described as being 'welcoming and warm', making new residents feel at home. Families of residents at Ivy Park at Palos Verdes mention the 'loving and att ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents appreciate the wide range of activities offered to keep them engaged and active. At Palmcrest Grand Retirement, Palmcrest Grand, they have 'a lot of fun' with activities like Wii bowling and balloon valley ball. The activity coordinators at Ivy Park at Palos Verdes plan fun activit ...
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Effective communication with families. Clear and effective communication between caregivers and families is a critical factor for many residents and their families. Families at Regency Palms Long Beach appreciate the 'proactive' approach of the staff, who keep them informed about their loved one's care and needs. The community dire ...
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High-quality food options. Quality food is a major factor in overall satisfaction with senior living communities. At Palos Verdes Villa, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, making meals a highlight for residents. Families at Brookdale South Bay note that the meals are 'great', and at Palmcrest Grand Retiremen ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. The physical environment of a senior living community plays a significant role in residents' well-being. At South Bay Senior Living, the facility is described as 'older but very clean and organized'. Families at Palmcrest Grand Retirement, Palmcrest Grand, are grateful for the 'professional, ...
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Personalized care plans. Individualized care plans tailored to each resident's unique needs are essential for ensuring their comfort and well-being. At Rowntree Gardens, Rowntree Gardens, staff make every effort to understand each resident's preferences and requirements, ensuring they receive the care they need to thr ...
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Dolores review score based on 1,942 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1942 reviews of 1298 Dolores assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dolores 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

Dolores review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Dolores, CA1298 facilities
8.3
Anaheim, CA1304 facilities
8.1
Oxnard, CA496 facilities

Review subcategories for Dolores 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 1,942 reviews of 1,298 Dolores assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dolores 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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Care services
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Dolores assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dolores assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dolores, 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 Dolores 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 Dolores 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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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Dolores 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 Dolores Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
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33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.5%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dolores 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 Dolores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dolores, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.1%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.9%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
27%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dolores 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 Dolores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dolores, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.4%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dolores 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 Dolores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dolores, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.5%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.4%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.4%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
27.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
18.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dolores

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