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9.8
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wonderful service from kitchen served nice and hot. Nurses and staff are very friendly and respectful. I feel comfortable being here.
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.
Santa Anita Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Temple City, California. Beside the community, there lies Live Oak Park, which is situated just across the road. There are also several lakes and other public and recreation parks in the vicinity. The community lies in close...
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After a national search of retirement communities, we chose Pilgrim Place for several reasons. It had a demonstrated longtime history of welcoming and including everyone (singles and couples, people from...
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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9.2
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My husband seems really happy there! The dining experience is great-restaurant quality- even with tablecloths and flowers! The food is very good with much variety and well cooked. Overall, care staff are...
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.
Since 1978, we have offered a great alternative for seniors who may need additional assistance with their daily routines, medication management, bathing and dressing or personal hygiene, yet do not require the intensive services of a skilled nursing facility.  With the assistance of our...
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Under staffed but they did their best. There was talk about the person who was supposed to be in charge. Was not there anymore but they still had her name on the paperwork. My dad was in the memory care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Here at Roosevelt Gardens we place special emphasis on the right of each resident to receive compassionate care in a manner which preserves individual’s dignity. Staff is trained to understand each resident’s physical, cognitive, emotional needs and challenges. Families learn effective ways in...
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good food, sweet nurses, and nice maids, a fine community with personable manager, thanks. very good plumbing and balconies nicely. there are elevators, i was walking down the stairs one night and i thought...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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This is a lovely, small facility. It has small casitas for the residence surrounding a beautiful courtyard and covered patio. The atmosphere is very welcoming and the staff is excellent in its level of...
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.
Las Casitas Assisted Living Las Casitas Assisted Living is a residential care home located in Burbank, California in the county of Los Angeles. Only a short drive or bus ride away from the Los Angeles Zoo, Studio City, Wildwood Canyon Park, and downtown Los Angeles, residents of Las Casitas...
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Okay, so I just got here. But from being tossed around from place to place for two years, losing all of my personal possessions in the process--nobody cared--Ambassador Gardens is a dream come true. Staff...
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.
Van to and from doctor/dentist3 meals per daySnacksMedication supervision1 personal wash per week (laundry)HousekeepingActivitiesMonthly outingsShoppingTerrific staffing
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Kingsley Manor has been beyond wonderful for my Mom! She had been at one of the large corporate retirement communities for a couple of years. While that experience was decent, it lacked the caring for the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Kingsley Manor has been serving the older adult community since 1912. Located in the Hollywood area, Kingsley is truly an oasis in the heart of the city. Brick residential hall surrounded by award winning gardens create a campus-like setting. Over the years a total concept in retirement living...
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Very clean facility. Are people I have come in contact with here been very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I was worried my first stay at a facility ever. The people and the staff were all great. They have a nice program with activity’s and hot meals. Special group, staff and patients have a good dynamic. I...
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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7.5
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It is so difficult to find the perfect place to meet your elderly parents needs but I can honestly say City View is an excellent assisted living facility. My mother was in a lovely large room with a walk-in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Vibrant Senior Living in the Heart of LA Located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Southern California just east of Beverly Hills, CityView residents enjoy visiting The Grove, LACMA and the Original Farmer's Market. Our community features spectacular views of the city and its...
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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.
Experience something magical the moment you step through our door. Regency Palms Palmdale in Palmdale, California, is a warm, welcoming senior living community, with a caring staff who treats every resident like family. Here, you or your loved one will experience exceptional service and find...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Wyngate Villa couldn't have been any better than it was, everything was wonderful. The staff anytime had a question or concern were very quick at getting back with response. The food options were...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Acton, CA

The average cost of senior living in Acton is $4,628 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Duarte, CA with an average of $4,020 per month.

Independent living costs in Acton, CA, vs. nearby cities

Acton, CA
$4,628/mo
$4,871/mo
$4,871/mo

Independent living costs in Acton, CA, vs. state and national averages

Acton, CA
$4,628/mo
U.S. national average
$4,212/mo

Independent living costs in Acton, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,341/mo
Independent Living
$4,628/mo

Independent living costs in Acton, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,677/mo
Studio
$4,827/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,344/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,690/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$9,432/mo

Senior living costs in Acton 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: Acton, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeActon, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,628/mo$4,762/mo$4,212/mo
Assisted Living$3,942/mo$4,537/mo$4,753/mo
Memory Care$5,341/mo$5,534/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Acton, CA:$4,628/mo
California:$4,762/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
Assisted Living
Acton, CA:$3,942/mo
California:$4,537/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Memory Care
Acton, CA:$5,341/mo
California:$5,534/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Acton, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Acton 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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Independent living cost trends in Acton, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Acton 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 median 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
Acton, CA$4,130/mo$4,184/mo-1.3%
California$3,684/mo$3,630/mo+1.5%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Acton, CA
2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$4,184/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
California
2024 average cost:$3,684/mo
2023 average cost:$3,630/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Acton

Recent reviews for independent living in Acton

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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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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Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana

5.0
I have no complaints about the care my mother has been receiving at this community. The housekeeping does a great job at keeping her bedroom nicely maintained as well as the rest of the building. The staff have been very friendly and are always attentive to her needs. I overall have been very ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Across multiple communities, including Holiday Simi Hills, Atria Del Rey, Holiday Valencia Commons, and Emerald Court, residents and their families express appreciation for the staff's kindness and dedication. They often go above and beyond to ensure residents are well cared for and comf ...
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Nourishing meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of meals and dining experiences stand out as a significant factor for resident satisfaction. At Holiday Rancho Village, Holiday Simi Hills, and Truewood by Merrill, West Covina, residents enjoy meals that cater to their individual preferences and dietary ...
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Engaging activities for all abilities. Communities like Holiday Simi Hills, Holiday Rancho Village, and Holiday Valencia Commons offer diverse activities that cater to a variety of interests and abilities. These activities help residents stay active and socially engaged.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Residents and families mention the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas and private living spaces at communities such as Scholl Canyon Estates, Holiday Simi Hills, and Atria Park of Pacific Palisades.
Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Several reviews highlight the warm and welcoming atmosphere at communities like Holiday Rancho Village, Truewood by Merrill, West Covina, and Holiday Simi Hills, where residents quickly form friendships and feel at home.
Accessible and responsive communication. At communities like The Oaks of Pasadena, Holiday Valencia Commons, and Holiday Rancho Village, families praise the open and consistent communication between staff and residents, ensuring everyone is well-informed and any concerns are addressed promptly.
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Acton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Acton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Acton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Acton independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Acton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Acton, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.8%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.8%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Acton independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Acton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Acton, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
37.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Acton independent 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 independent living communities in Acton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Acton, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
42%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.2%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.1%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.4%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.6%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.1%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
30.3%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
46.8%
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The Villas By Astoria Park, Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga and Sunrise of Yorba Linda are the top-rated independent living facilities near Acton, California. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Acton, California are Holiday Simi Hills, Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga by Cogir and Holiday Rancho Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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