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Assisted living costs in Lakewood average about $6,338 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 1306 communities in Lakewood. Our detailed directory has 15554 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Los Angeles, Long Beach and Pasadena.

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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My mom is well taken care of here. The staff is very helpful. A nice environment for others. I would recommend this for other families.
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.
Olivera Residential Home, located in Mission Viejo, CA provides the perfect setting for the beloved elderly people in your family. This is an assisted living residence that allows senior citizens who can no longer manage independent living to enjoy the assistance they need without sacrificing...
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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
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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 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: 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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Before Nina opened her care home she cared for my mother until her death. I can testify to her being one of the most caring kind person I have ever met. You and your parents will never regret choosing Nina...
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.
Making the decision to move a loved one into a care facility is not always an easy one. The staff at Nina's Care Home understands this and will work with you and your loved one to make the transition as smooth as possible. Nina's Care Home is located in beautiful and historic Eureka,...
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Active Senior Home Care was the first and only place we visited, right when we walked in we knew this was going to be the correct choice. It feels very warm, inviting and like home. It does not feel cold or...
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.
Active Senior Home Care is a lovely family style Residential Care Home for the Elderly in Orange County. We help people to see a new way to spend the twilight of their lives in a friendly ambiance and give their families guiding support with our exceptional quality care. Our goal is to encourage...
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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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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
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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 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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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.
Vallarta Lane Senior Living is a senior care home located in the safe city of Mission Viejo, CA in Orange County. Our community overlooks the Ladera Ranch on the east and Laguna Niguel Hills to the west. Mission Viejo is famous for its peaceful and suburban nature and this makes it a great place...
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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.
Superior Elderly CareSuperior Elderly Care is a residential care home dedicated to serving seniors in Mission Viejo, California, along with southern Orange County and surrounding areas. If you love the picturesque scenery of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Mission Viejo is the place for you. ...
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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.
In Los Angeles County, California, a residential care home called Valley Crest Home has been providing quality care to residents of Van Nuys. Van Nuys is a cozy neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles with a rich cultural heritage and is home to Sound City Studios. Van Nuys...
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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.
Choosing the right facility for your loved one is one of the most important decisions that you will ever make. It is also often one of the most painful decisions that you will ever be forced to make in your life. There are a number of factors that should be considered when choosing a facility,...
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I have no complaints for now about the community, they are responding to my care and concerns. There has been a positive improvement within the community.
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.
Lakeview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center strives on maintaining one daily goal for every day of the year, and that is to provide all of its seniors and their families with the type of care they would want for themselves and their own families. Lakeview Rehabilitation and Nursing center offers...
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The staff here is very attentive and friendly. The facility is very nice and maintained well at all times. It is always clean and fresh. The level of care here is wonderful and you can tell that they...
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.
Orange County Care Home is a senior care home located in the tranquil city of Mission Viejo, CA in Orange County. Our community boasts of mind blowing landscapes, amazing atmosphere and nature. Mission Viejo is renowned for its tree-lined neighborhoods and its friendly and accommodating scenery...
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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 CARING ALTERNATIVE TO A NURSING HOMESpecializing in cardiac care, stroke, post-operative hip, diabetes/insulin/hemo-dialysis, Parkinson’s. Approved for Walker, Wheelchair, Dementia/Alzheimer’s, Hospice. Owner Uma, a Registered Nurse, was the top rated Director of Nurses from 1977 thru 1990 at a...
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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.
Irving Cottage II is a micro community assisted living home in Irving, California. Irving cottage II is part of Irving Cottages, which owns and operates a system of 11 elder care micro-community homes providing the best possible care for Alzheimer's patients in all stages of need. Irving Cottages...
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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.
A Perfect Home is the perfect place to leave a loved one. This senior care facility has proven to provide quality care for all elderly individuals that reside here. The difference from this care facility compared to others is that the staff does everything in its power to cater towards the...
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I would have to say my favorite thing about this community is how accommodating the staff have been to my mother. They defiantly make sure to pay extra attention to her throughout the day and provide 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.
LR Care Home knows how important it is for you to have the best care available for your loved ones when they begin to experience changing health conditions that limit their ability to live on their own. We pride ourselves on providing state of the art, cutting edge senior care that stimulates...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our elderly home is managed and operated by a registered nurse with vast experience in elderly care. We follow-up with all medical appointments and orders and provide assistance for your loved ones activities of daily living. Our home is secure and safe with a huge yard to promote outside...
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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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I fell in love with this place immediately. It was very clean and it actually smelled good. The staff is very friendly and caring. My mother just loves them so much. It would be nice if there were...
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.
Hi, This is Adriana and Vasile Crasnean, R.N. our Residential Care Facility for the Elderlyhas been in business since 1995, and since 2002 is serving Laguna Hills and Mission Viejo area. AAA Assistance Care Home is a (6) bed residential care home that will provide 24 hour per day, 7 days a...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Lakewood, CA

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What families are saying about assisted living in Lakewood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lakewood

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

Friendly and attentive staff. Residents and families frequently mention the kindness and caring nature of staff members in their reviews for various communities, such as Palos Verdes Villa, Westmont of Cypress, and Greenleaf Court Senior Living. They express appreciation for the personal connections developed with care ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities like Savant of Garden Grove, Discovery Commons Whittier, and Westminster Terrace Senior Living offer residents a wide range of activities to keep them active and engaged. These include gaming nights, movie screenings, gardening, and arts and crafts projects. The variety ensures ...
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Well-maintained living spaces. Numerous reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Ivy Park at La Palma, Savant of Garden Grove, and Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining both private rooms and common areas, ensuring a comfortable and pleasa ...
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Consistent and effective communication. Families and residents praise the clear and frequent communication from staff at communities like Marbella Anaheim, Rowntree Gardens, and Westmont of Cypress, providing peace of mind and helping address concerns or issues in a timely manner.
Welcoming and homelike atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at various communities, such as Westmont of Cypress, Ivy Park at Seal Beach, and Regency Palms Long Beach. These homelike environments help new residents feel comfortable and encourage socialization among residents.
Customized care plans. Families and residents note the individualized care provided at communities like Palmcrest Grand Retirement, Greenleaf Court Senior Living, and Savant of Garden Grove, where care plans are tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. This personalized approach ensures that residents ...
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Lakewood review score based on 2,016 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 2016 reviews of 1306 Lakewood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lakewood 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

Lakewood review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Lakewood, CA1306 facilities
8.3
Anaheim, CA1302 facilities
8.1
Oxnard, CA496 facilities

Review subcategories for Lakewood assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 2,016 reviews of 1,306 Lakewood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lakewood 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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Staff
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3.3
Meals & dining
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Lakewood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakewood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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
47.4%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.8%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
64.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.1%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.3%
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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
58.6%
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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
53.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lakewood 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 Lakewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lakewood, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.1%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Lakewood 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 Lakewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lakewood, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.5%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.1%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakewood 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 Lakewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lakewood, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.3%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.1%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.3%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
27.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.2%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.5%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lakewood

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Buena Park Elder Care, Genesis Manor IV and Ardenville Home Care I are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lakewood, California. See full list of communities.
There are 1306 assisted living facilities near Lakewood, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Lakewood, California are Land of Peace 6, Los Angeles Board and Care and Atria Golden Creek. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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