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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 15537 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.
Royal Garden is a luxurious and comfortable home. We offer beautiful living quarters, with secured perimeter and 24 hour professional staff to care for the individual needs of residents, such as ambulatory/non-ambulatory, Alzheimer/dementia, incontinent care, diabetics, Parkinson's, oxygen,...
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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
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.
Cameo Turtle Rock II is peacefully nestled in the gorgeous Costa Meca, CA. We provide personalized care to meet your loved ones needs. There is a comfortable and relaxing home environment in every detail of the home. Our residents become easily adapted to their new home. This is especially...
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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 Country Home Manors are beautiful, charming, well-maintained ranch-type homes nestled in quiet, residential neighborhood located in Riverside, Diamond Bar and Walnut. Situated on hilltops with a panoramic view of mountains and city lights, or in quiet peaceful communities, these homes 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.
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My mother spent her last month at Serenity Manor and I can't recommend it more highly. [name removed] and her team were amazing, very very caring, extremely responsive, and made a very difficult time so...
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.
Chateau Le Petite is a memory care community located in Encino, California. Encino is a neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles County and is widely known for its beautiful sights and peaceful parks. The 5-acre Los Encinos State Historic Park is a popular destination,...
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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.
A friendly and safe neigborhood where people look out for each other. Close to major cities yet far enough away from the hustle and bustle. La Crescenta is in a valley surrounded by scenic mountain views.
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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.
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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The facility is pretty nice with nice décor. It is always clean and the staff is friendly and patient. The other residents here seem happy and well taken care of. The food is pretty decent. Overall, not a...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Shalev Senior Living #4Shalev Senior Living is a residential care home located in the serene town of Valley Glen, in southeast San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles, California. Our beautiful home has so much to offer our residents. We have a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for seniors looking to relax...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
Encino Gardens is a residential care facility for the elderly licensed by the State of California. Our residential care facility, located in the beautiful neighborhood of Encino, offers high quality care in a tranquil and home-like environment. Our 24-hour professional staff, understands that...
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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.
For senior care in scenic and historic North Hollywood, Calif., look no further than Olive Tree RCFE. This assisted living facility specializes in the care of those individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia and other memory problems. However, elderly patients without memory issues are also accepted....
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We chose this community because it was less then a mile from were we lived. Hazel and Conrad are great people and great care givers. The meals looked really good and they were always very cheerful and seemed...
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.
Irvine Cottage 5 is beautifully located in Irvine, CA. We offer a senior living community in a cottage home. The beautifully landscaped grounds present a feeling of calmness and pleasantries. The surroundings, d?cor and amenities are just a few of the details that enhance the resident's style of...
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I really liked it there. I loved the caregivers, Susan and Mel, they are really really wonderful. I thought it was a great place. The only thing, financially there were some issues and my brother didn't like...
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.
   WHISPERING OAKS...a gentle, comfortable Home for Life, catering to older adults with memory loss     Three adorable, warm, family homes with 6-beds capacity, nestled in the heart of the prestigious city of Irvine in close proximity to parks, doctor offices, hospital,...
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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.
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.
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Nobody's perfect and there is an adjustment period, they're very friendly, part of the probnlem is though,. their primary langage is filipino so its a little ahrd to understand them but theyre very nice and...
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 care home you select is of utmost importance when you are deciding where to move your loved one. Karen's Board and Care III is one of the most beautiful care homes in all of Encino, California. Our residents enjoy a number of amenities that most care homes do not offer. This includes a safe...
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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.
When it comes to providing top quality assisted living care, Irvine Cottages stand out from the rest. Irvine Cottage 4 is located in Irvine, California. We at Irvine Cottage 4 are dedicated to providing the highest levels of care, services and kindness to our guests. We specialize in providing...
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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.
The Irvine Cottage 3 is part of the sprawling Irvine Cottages complex in beautiful Irvine, California. While we offer assisted living and group home facilities, we specialize in Alzheimer's and memory care. Unfortunately in recent years, the need for Alzheimer's and memory care has become greater...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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This is a lovely place and fine community for my mom. We're happy with how they respond to my mom. The care is very good, mom is eating well. I like if there is something slightly different they call me...
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.
Encino Living is a private assisted living home in Encino, California. We pride ourselves in being a fully-equipped community with highly trained staff who will be able to provide your family member with care and compassionate understanding. We do not run a cookie cutter facility because we know...
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They make the effort to take her for a 30 min walk everyday. The owner Dory, is very flexible and willing The staff is extremely friendly and appears to really enjoy caring for the residents. Most...
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.
Loving Care HomeLoving Care home is a residential care home in the historic town of Azusa, California that lies at the base of the San Gabriel mountains in the county of Los Angeles. Azusa is memorialized by "A" in the San Gabriel's that represents the town and can be seen from thirty miles. The...
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This is a good community with good care. The staff members are very helpful and very patient. The food seems to be good. They do have activities for participation. This community comes highly recommended 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.
There is nothing more assuring to you than knowing that your loved one is in the best care when you are unable to perform the needs that they require. You want to sleep peacefully knowing that they are comfortable, happy and healthy doing things that they love with others of the same community....
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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.
Cameo Turtle Rock I Cameo Turtle Rock I, located in Irvine, California, is a residential care home specializing in senior care, including dementia, memory, and cognitive care. Located within a regional park, Cameo Turtle Rock I, is centrally located between Santa Ana, San Diego Creek, and the...

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 1,940 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1940 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 1,940 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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Meals & dining
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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
*Visiting health care professionals
62.2%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.6%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
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
21.9%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
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28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
27.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.8%
19.6%
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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
18.9%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.5%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
18.6%
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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
24.6%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.3%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.5%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.1%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.9%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.8%
39.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.5%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.6%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.8%
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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