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Photo of Atria Hillcrest
1515 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.4
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Category 5, Staff ~ I give a 4 because there's been a few times when I've called and left messages and no one calls me back and I have to call again. And that was only in the beginning when he first moved in...
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.
Discover exciting NEW enhancements at Atria Hillcrest, including a custom-designed movie theater, upgraded spa offering manicures and pedicures, a modern bistro, redesigned patio and outdoor dining, custom fitness center, visiting physician's exam room, library, WiFi and Saflok security system.We...
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15 reviews
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Savant (Senior Assisted Living)Burbank, Calif91504. It is a wonderful place to stay and enjoy yourself being a Senior. There is time in your life to enjoy your freedom. The rooms are very spacious with a...
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.
Assisted Living For The Elderly Where We Offer Personal Comfort To Everyone In The Family.   During our 20+ years of offering affordable assisted living, we have helped our residents and their families feel comfortable with our care and their situations.  We do this with a style of...
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All questions get a 5! All of the staff is supportive and very friendly. The food is delicious! [name removed] has studio room that is larger than my first post college apartment. The entire facility is...
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.
Prestige Assisted Living at Lancaster is a new addition to the community. It is located in a residential neighborhood with easy access from a nearby major street. It is near shopping, medical and dental clinics, the hospital, a skilled nursing center and convenient to public transportation....
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1616 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.4
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123 reviews
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The facility is great, clean and bright. Food is good. Communication is sometimes difficult between staff and guests. I don't feel that I get updates and or input from the staff on my husband's routine.
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.
Huntington Beach's most gracious retirement community, offering the delights of resort coastal living. Huntington Terrace features 161, full-service apartments. This beautiful, three-story community is situated on over three acres of meticulously landscaped grounds and gardens. The property...
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9.4
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12 reviews
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A 5 for all I guess except the last. That is a 3. That is likely due to me not living in CA and astonished at the prices. Almost double WI and with fewer health services - meaning it would be likely more...
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.
A new adventure awaitsDiscover the art of living well at Cogir of South Bay, where life brims with possibilities and the promise of a truly engaging lifestyle. Our new Torrance senior living community allows you to live life how you want and embrace creativity and adventure. We offer Independent...
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56 reviews
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We are in Oregon, so we don't see [name removed] and [name removed] (my husband's parents) very often, but we do phone them regularly. [name removed] sold them on Coastal Heights - she really paid attention...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Newly Renovated!Now debuting our community-wide transformations including: upgraded apartments, a new bistro, and a remodeled dining room.Our Coastal Heights community extends over 15,000 square feet of lush landscaped gardens and walking paths. It is the ideal place to visit with friends and...
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9.4
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My mother in law and all of her family have had an amazing experience with O poo ark Plaza. The staff is very friendly and responsive to her needs and she loves living there! She loves the meals and 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.
Located just blocks from historic downtown Orange, Park Plaza boasts an award-winning architectural design, and features studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Bright and plentiful common areas allow residents to move about freely, enjoying a variety of planned activities or simply relaxing in...
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9.4
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103 reviews
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Atria is top star it's clean, all their people are helpful and super friendly and caring. The food is prepared by chefs. We have specialists every day and we can ask for anything off-menu if it's available I...
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.
Set on manicured grounds less than a mile from the ocean, Atria Newport Plaza is a vibrant senior living community where older adults can enjoy engaging events and chef-prepared meals in the company of friends and neighbors, and receive the discreet support they need – all backed by the...
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92 reviews
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Care givers in memory care were attentive and responsive to family needs. The elevator could be improved. The caregivers were really good with him and great to work with while he was there.
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.
At Crescendo Senior Living, the gentle swaying of palm trees invites you to come in, relax and stay awhile. In the heart of the beautiful city of Placentia in north Orange County, you’ll find an amazing Senior Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care community. Crescendo Senior Living is filled...
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44 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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Overall: cleanliness excellent as well as food. Some communication problems. But she is new and they have to get to know her. I like the activities and she has been participating in them. She did not want to...
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.
Oakmont of Agoura Hills is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with lovely views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. You’ll feel right at home in our retirement...
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Photo of Westmont of Cypress
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9.3
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33 reviews
9.3
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My mother was in memory care, and the staff is very friendly constant communication about what was happening with my mom. Every time they called the doctor they would notify us or if there was an issue, they...
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.
Our Cypress, California, senior living community is here to offer you the lifestyle and attention you desire in a luxurious setting designed for you. We offer Independent Living and Assisted Living options to help you or your loved one make the right choice when it comes to finding the support...
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1818 Photos available
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Very friendly staff work hard to call residents by name. Great activities that are easy to get involved in my mom likes the bingo Lcr and rumikube and majong. The apartment has a nice patio and good light.
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.
Experience Life at Emerald CourtEvery day at Emerald Court is a delight, with a central location close to everything and a variety of services, including wellness programs and social activities to complete the experience. Emerald Court has been in Anaheim for 28 years. Many of our staff have...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Bradford
1515 Photos available
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9.3
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The staff are lovely! And very patient with [name removed]. The room is great, over looking the courtyard with a pretty view and she can see people out there. Everything is clean and she really likes the...
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.
Ivy Park at Bradford is a senior living community convenient to Yorba Linda and Fullerton, as well as popular casual dining and shopping centers. The property offers beautiful spaces, indoors and out, to gather with friends and family—as well as resident garden beds and a community center. At Ivy...
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They were helpful, kind and they listened when we had concerns. I would recommend Palmcrest and as a matter of fact a Place for mom.
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.
Palmcrest Grand is a private retirement and Assisted Living Residence, as well as a separate newly renovated Memory Care Community. It is spacious, modern, licensed and offers a complete range of facilities that provide for the necessities and pleasure which make life comfortable and exciting....
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My friend [name removed] is very happy there and is getting good care. I have had to remind them to put compression socks on [name removed] and to help her brush her teeth. There have been a couple other...
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.
Located in the Santa Clarita Valley, just north of Los Angeles with easy access to the 405 Freeway, Atria Santa Clarita is a vibrant community where seniors benefit from a simplified lifestyle, with discreet support from a 24-hour staff. In addition to independent and assisted living options,...
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Savant was a very welcoming and responsive community. Staff were friendly and listened to the particular care needs my mother had. They were clear about care that they offered and the potential costs if we...
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.
Do more every day.If you’re looking for redefined independence in senior living, our assisted living community in Garden Grove, California, might be the right fit for you. Here you’re in control of your time and do the things you want to do. With Assisted Living, you’ll have assistance with...
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I give the experience at Marbella 5 stars. The responses to my interest were timely and the first visit was comfortable and informative. The move-in itself was well organized and welcoming. Since then I have...
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.
Your Best Chapter YetIt’s time to write a new chapter of your life—and this one is going to be your best chapter yet. It includes all kinds of enriching and inspiring activities, events and excursions, freedom to rekindle a passion for former interests and discover new ones, and a community of...
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The staff are nice, generally very receptive. My mom says the food is great. In the beginning she enjoyed all the activities it's just that now she's lost interest but I'm sure they are still good. It's very...
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.
Peninsula Pointe by Cogir is a new boutique senior living community in the Rolling Hills Estates. At Peninsula Pointe, we empower residents to live life to the fullest in the heart of the peninsula. The 87 apartment Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers an elevated retirement...
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Room sizes are quite nice. Unlike other Mem Care communities, Evergreen has kitchenettes in the MC apartments, which is nice to have a frig and a sink outside the bathroom. Staff is surely attentive all the...
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.
"Ivy Park at West Hills is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a picturesque neighborhood within the city of Los Angeles. Paralleled between Route 118 and the 101 highway, Ivy Park is just minutes from the West Hills Hospital, a variety of historical buildings, bustling shopping centers...
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I got my brother in Brookdale Chatsworth last year. It was clean ,safe and friendly. He enjoyed it. The staff was supportive and helpful. Sadly one bad person stole my paintings or they magically...
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.
Here you’ll have the right care at the right time.If you’re looking for an assisted living community where you can redefine your independence with a little bit of help, then our community in Chatsworth, California, might be the right fit for you.  Maybe you’ve always wanted to learn how to...
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I can’t say enough about this wonderful facility. My mother has lived at Cogir of Brea for the last nine months in memory care. The staff is amazing. There is never any kind of concern or issue that is...
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.
Cogir of Brea is located in the heart of Brea, next to the Brea Mall and Brea Community Center near the 57/Imperial Exit. Residents will enjoy upscale amenities and services to enrich every phase of life. Discover a new artistic talent you never knew you had. Join a book club and meet new...
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Northridge was great. The staff was great, everything about them was awesome. No gripes at all. I would recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
Northridge Valley Senior Living offers a luxurious and engaging environment for seniors seeking Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Respite Care in Northridge, California. Our community provides resort-style amenities, including a stunning courtyard, full-service beauty salon,...
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My mother's overall experience has been very positive. She enjoys the organized outside trips to Walmart and restaurants. She also enjoys the on site parties the staff organizes for birthdays and Special...
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.
Villa Scalabrini Retirement Center in Sun Valley, CA was opened for residents' occupancy on July 16, 1979. The 90- room facility, capable of accommodating up to 130 ambulatory senior citizens in single and some double occupancy rooms, is based on the concept that seniors should spend the sunset...
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Overall, the administrative staff and nursing care team stand out positively and have been responsive and caring. I do not have any specific feedback regarding the therapy staff at this time. I would like...
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.
Convenient access to the greater Los Angeles area without the hustle and bustle of city living is what you will discover when joining the Ararat Gardens community. You can spend the day visiting the Los Angeles Zoo or the Descanso Gardens and then enjoy a quiet evening relaxing on your balcony....
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I've enjoyed living at Hollenbeck Palms for 17 years now. I like the fact that it's a one-off, not part of a chain. It's not-for-profit. I can go to the President/CEO's office and have a chat. It's like a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Fernwood, CA

The average cost of senior living in Fernwood is $4,717 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Bernardino, CA with an average of $3,710 per month.

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

Fernwood, CA
$4,717/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,629/mo
Independent Living
$4,717/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,751/mo
Studio
$4,650/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,963/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,799/mo

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fernwood 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
Fernwood, CA$4,630/mo$4,425/mo+4.6%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Fernwood, CA
2024 average cost:$4,630/mo
2023 average cost:$4,425/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
California
2024 average cost:$3,916/mo
2023 average cost:$3,864/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fernwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Fernwood

Wellness Care Senior Living at Ojai in Oak View, CA

5.0
My mom has been at Autumn Years for over a year now. They have been unfailingly warm and helpful, to us as well as to her. We took care of Mom for two years and understood that it wouldn't be an easy matter to work with her emotional swings, yet the staff at Autumn Years has been beyond ...
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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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Fernwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fernwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fernwood, 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 Fernwood 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 Fernwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fernwood, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.4%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
38.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.8%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Fernwood 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 Fernwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fernwood, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.3%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.4%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
38.9%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fernwood 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 Fernwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fernwood, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.3%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.7%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Villas By Astoria Park, Palms at Bonaventure and Ojai Meadows Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fernwood, California. See full list of communities.
There are 540 independent living facilities near Fernwood, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fernwood, California are Palms at Bonaventure, Holiday Simi Hills and Oakmont of Orange. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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