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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Pasadena, CA
Assisted living costs in Pasadena average about $4,178 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 88 communities in Pasadena. Our detailed directory has 1128 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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LIVE life at Sunset Hall!!We are a nonprofit retirement center, founded in 1923. Assisted and Independent residents are welcome.Rates depend on the room size and location. Basic rates include assistance with medications, weekly laundry service, basic housekeeping, 3 meals per day, Sunset Hall...
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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, 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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Cost of assisted living in Pasadena, CA
The average cost of senior living in Pasadena is $4,178 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Baldwin Park, CA with an average of $3,939 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Pasadena, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Pasadena, CA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Pasadena, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Pasadena
Recent reviews for assisted living in Pasadena
Leisure Vale Assisted Living in Glendale, CA
5.0
Facility seems a good place for [name removed], well organized and staff are accommodating.
Foothill Retirement in Tujunga, CA
4.4
What our family likes the most about the Foothill Retirement community is all the team work between the staff members working there. Friendly and staff that will help care for my mom's needed especially having the understanding to care for dementia seniors. Staff also understands family's ...
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Ivy Park at Playa Vista
4.5
This is a high end assisted living community, here at Sunrise. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff seem to be very good at communicating with us when the family has questions and are responsive at answering our questions.
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Prompt and efficient food service. At Santa Anita Retirement Center, Glen Park at Glendale - Mariposa St, and Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles, residents express appreciation for the timely and warm delivery of their meals. Staff members ensure that meals are served before the scheduled time, leaving residents satisfied and co ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Several reviews highlight the compassionate and accommodating nature of staff members at communities like Astoria Park Senior Living, Pasadena Highlands, and Ivy Park at San Marino. Their kindness and flexibility help residents and their families feel welcomed and supported.
Access to a variety of engaging activities. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered in various communities. For instance, Del Mar Park, Brookdale Monrovia, and MorningStar of Pasadena provide activities such as yoga, bingo, board games, and outings that cater to different interests and abilities.
Effective communication between families and staff. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is essential in ensuring that care needs are met. Communities like Sparr Heights Estates Senior Living, California Mission Inn, and The Terraces at Park Marino prioritize open communication and foster strong relationships betwee ...
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Well-maintained living spaces and amenities. Many residents and families comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas and private rooms in communities like Arcadia Living, Astoria Park Senior Living, and North Lake Villa. These communities take pride in providing comfortable, safe, and aesthetically pleasing living spaces fo ...
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Accommodating to individual dietary needs. Catering to individual dietary requirements is crucial for many residents. Communities such as MorningStar of Pasadena, Glen Park at Monrovia, and Hollenbeck Palms, a CCRC go above and beyond to accommodate various dietary restrictions and preferences, providing personalized meal plans tha ...
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Pasadena review score based on 235 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 235 reviews of 77 Pasadena assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Pasadena 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
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Review subcategories for Pasadena 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 235 reviews of 77 Pasadena assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pasadena 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.Pasadena, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Pasadena assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pasadena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pasadena, 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena 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
55.8%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.2%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.6%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.9%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.5%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Pasadena 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 Pasadena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pasadena, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.4%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pasadena 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 Pasadena 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
32.5%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Pasadena 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 Pasadena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
40.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pasadena 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 Pasadena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.2%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.5%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.8%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.1%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pasadena
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Pasadena protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ardenville Home Care I, Los Angeles Board and Care and Comfort Keepers Home Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Pasadena, California. See full list of communities.
There are 88 assisted living facilities near Pasadena, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Pasadena, California are Sunrise of Beverly Hills, Blessings Senior Care and Studio Royale by Cogir. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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