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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.

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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.
AnnÆs Place provides assisted living and residential care in a peaceful, quiet neighborhood in Panorama City, CA. Our facility features fully-furnished apartments, to provide an accommodating and secure place for independent living. All staff members at AnnÆs Place are trained in caregiving tasks...
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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.
Verona Court is a six-bed residential community for seniors providing quality assisted living to those physically challenged or have special needs, in an elegant and tranquil residential setting in Laguna Niguel, California. Verona Court, set up in the hills, three miles form the beach has five...
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Aurora Gardens provides excellent care including nutritious meals, well maintained home and caring providers. The owners are "by the book" for licensing which I appreciate.
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 gorgeous assisted living community known as Aurora Gardens is located in Mission Viejo, California. Aurora Gardens can be a wonderful community for your loved one because we pride ourselves in offering some of the very best amenities in the area. Your loved one will be able to live in their...
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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.
Neighborhood Suites is a warm and lovable group home setting located in Los Angeles, California. The apartment style, full-service senior care home has a hospital conveniently located in its vicinity. The grounds are specially structured to emanate a home like an ambiance all for the...
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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.
Tarzana Hills Board and Care is located in the serene neighborhood of Tarzana Hills minutes away from Ventura Boulevard. The tree lined streets, and the welcoming environment create a sense of home, something that is lost with many other facilities. Our extensive program is directed at the needs...
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The staff was very attentive, they listened and supported my father. My mother wanted to see him everyday and the staff accommodated her visits. Room was cleaned everyday and resident was attended to daily...
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 Irvine Cottages are located in Mission Viejo, California. We strive to treat each of our elderly residents with the respect and dignity we would give to our own loved ones. As a result, we have established a warm and compassionate home for our residents. We offer several degrees of care for...
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I came to Care Castle on recommendation of acquaintance of mine and was pleasantly surprised seeing all facilities and rooms. This house was designed and build specially for care ancient patients. This big...
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.
Care Castle is a senior care home located in the charming city of Van Nuys, CA in Los Angeles County. Our great community is located in a tranquil residential neighborhood making it a relaxing area to live and also a welcoming place for visiting friends and family. At Care Castle, well-trained...
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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.
ACCEPTING:PATIENTS THAT HAD/HAVE STROKE, ALZHEIMER, PARKINSON DISEASE, BED RIDDEN, COLOSTOMY, HOSPICE, DEMENTIA. Assisted Living can be an alternative to caring for a home, preparing daily meals or doing housekeeping and maintenance chores but many Assisted Living Facilities provide little or no...
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The caregivers are very good. They are attentive and caring. The home is clean and orderly. Not sure what activities they provide for the other residents. For my mom, a daily newspaper. I took them about...
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 you are faced with placing an elderly loved one in an assisted living facility, you want the best for them. You want them to be in beautiful surroundings, with great care, and as much independence as they can manage. We at American Legends Home want the same thing. We are located in Orange...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Since 1957 Christian Heritage Care Centers has been a not-for-profit organization offering a wide range of health and residential services to seniors in the Inland Empire area of Southern California. Our Skilled Nursing Facility specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation and post-hospital care. ...
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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.
Nestled in a peaceful suburb of Upland, California, M.A.M. Family Home 1 offers many wonderful amenities, as well as a professionally trained staff, designed to make the residents who live there truly feel like they are at home as well as looked after. At M.A.M. the fully trained staff provides...
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I visit my Mom weekly and always leave feeling happy ! Her stay here has been wonderful. We are very blessed. Thank you Queen Comfort Care Center!
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.
Queen Comfort Care Center Inc Queen Comfort Care Center is a residential care home located in the quiet town of Van Nuys, CA in Los Angeles. Our warm and welcoming community overlooks a stunning San Fernando Valley and on the north by North Hills. Van Nuys is known for its tranquility and peace...
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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.
Orange County has long been one of the most livable places in the United States. It is safe, friendly, and the sea breeze moves gently inland into the hills on a daily basis. For someone who has worked hard their entire life and is now spending their golden years in increasing discomfort...
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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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We had to move my 97 year old great aunt from another facility that closed. We were so worried about the transition but she is doing so much better here! The place is so much like a real, cheerful home. ...
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.
M.A.M. Family Home II is located in beautiful Upland, CA. We are well known for providing an excellent assisted living community. The San Antonio Community Hospital is located about two miles away and has great staff just in case further assistance is needed. We are located in a very quiet and...
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The home is immaculate and beautiful, the staff is very knowledgeable, caring and provide excellent services. Our first choice!
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.
Good Samaritan Retirement Center is a beautiful senior independent living community, located in El Cajon California. This Spanish mission styled facility boasts beautiful grounds and apartment with open floor plans. Kitchenettes and walk-in closets are just some of the lovely features available...
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It's been fantastic. They have spaces outside for them to sit outside. Everyday they make sure the residents shower, everyday. Everyone else's family that lives there has mentioned they are so happy. Word of...
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 beautiful home that provides tranquil surroundings and exceptional services. A cozy home environment with spacious private and semi-private rooms. Our commitment is to provide our residents the ultimate care in their daily activities. We understand their needs and demands. Also, we provide...
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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.
Del Sol and Del Sol Dos Residential Care for the Elderly's mission is to provide the best living accommodations in a real home environment. Each home is family owned and dedicated to giving personal loving care to our elderly. Our goal is to make quality multi-level service and supervision...
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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.
A Verona Court IV is a senior home living community located in ten different locations in the Laguna Niguel and Laguna Hills areas covering the Orange County of California. Each of the senior living homes offers the most upscale, quick, reliable and responsive services to maintain their stance as...
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From the moment I walked into Brandon Manor I felt like my prayers had been answered. Lovely home with a feeling of serenity. Everyone that works there is very kind and competent. I'm grateful to have found...
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.
Mary Yepes, owner of Brandon Manor worked initially as a physical therapist for many years when the families of her patients began requesting her to help in caretaking. The word spread of her love and attention when she was inspired to begin caretaking full time. Mary now lives in the home with...
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My uncle is doing very well here. The staff is very friendly and they are able to communicate with him in his primary language which is Spanish. He is the most active one in the bunch of residents that are...
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.
Founded in 1992 the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan is the biggest service provider for people of all ages in the United States with over 27,000 residents. Our mission is to serve each and every resident in god's will to the best of our ability and to provide shelter and support for all...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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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.
Sunset Homes was established in September 1990 and is a privately owned company comprised of three homes, located in Dana Point and Laguna Niguel. Each home may accommodate a total of six residents. Two Care Providers are assigned to each home in order to provide lots of individual and personal...

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

Semi-Private
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Studio
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
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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.
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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.
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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%
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2024 average cost:$5,992/mo
2023 average cost:$5,640/mo
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2024 average cost:$5,968/mo
2023 average cost:$5,628/mo
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2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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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
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Diabetic care
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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%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

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.
Lakewood, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.6%
52%
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
14.2%
13.9%
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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
12.5%
19.5%
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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

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