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The cost of independent living in Fernwood is about $4,717 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 540 options.

Read 10544 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance. You may also consider nearby communities such as Los Angeles, San Fernando and Santa Monica.

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Photo of Katella Senior Living
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8.0
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We chose Katella because of the location and size and beauty of the rooms. Nice community. I think the harder part was that my mom was a little combative and not an easy patient, and they only had so much...
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.
Katella Senior Living welcomes you to a senior living community located within warm and sunny Los Alamitos in Southern California. Tastefully decorated in California Casual style throughout, Katella Senior Living allows our residents everything they need to flourish, all within comfortable and...
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2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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There is new ownership and it is no longer called Arbor Palms - Anaheim Villas is the new name. I've been very pleased. I chose this place because it was the overall combination considering all factors 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.
Arbor Palms Senior Living is the senior living community of choice in North Orange County, offering mature adults a lifestyle that is satisfying, secure, and active. Our surroundings and environment offer the opportunity to appreciate the advantages that comes from a superior quality of...
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[name removed] and [name removed] really made my experience here at Grace Retirement enjoyable. The food was actually really good and tasty. The staff cared about my grandma. They speak Korean and serve...
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.
Well situated between Los Angeles and Orange County, La Habra Villa (LHV) is a beautiful community which provides independent, assisted living, and memory care to seniors in the area. Our team of professionally trained and courteous staff has been providing personal senior care at La Habra Villa...
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My only comment regarding #2 the cleanliness, is that is has been clean but there have been some plumbing problems that have caused overflow and smell. However, with that being said they have continued 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 Huntington Beach is a lovely retirement community situated on a lush campus with lovely views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are also very close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. You’ll feel at home in our retirement...
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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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I have 2 parents in there now, my mom in Memory Care and my dad in Assistant Living I would give them a 5 on all. The staff is friendly and helpful they make sure my parents eat together and keep them busy...
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.
Mainplace Senior Living provides seniors with a safe and caring assisted living community to call home in Orange, Orange County, California. This community offers the memory care that seniors need and it provides a beautiful home to those who are looking to be surrounded by a caring and...
Photo of The Havens at Antelope Valley
2727 Photos available
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When looking for an assisted living I found The Havens. The Havens offers assisted living with a variety of activities and safe clean environment. The staff is friendly and helpful. They offer a level of...
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.
The Havens at Antelope Valley is located in the California High Desert—just 55 miles from Los Angeles. Our community's ideal location is nearby shopping malls, restaurants, medical services, and parks and recreation centers. We are far enough away from the city to enjoy the peace of a residential...
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Photo of Oakmont of Simi Valley
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Everyone is so friendly and helpful. It is a wonderful facility. I would recommend Oakmont to anyone looking for a care facility.
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 Simi Valley 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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7.9
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The room is large, recently renovated, clean, quiet. The activities are good, food is great. The only real issue I have is that I feel they are understaffed, especially in memory care. Only one person on...
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.
Serving our senior community since 1991, our coastal ambiance with a central courtyard & 3 beautifully landscaped acres, year-round heated pool & Jacuzzi. 'Sweet Shop' snack room with snacks and beverages available all day, complete with jukebox that plays 45's. Large, sky-lit,...
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Photo of Kirkwood Orange
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66 Floor plans available
7.9
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33 reviews
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1. They had a single bed room and my brother is used to living alone. 2. The staff there were very nice. 3. There were a lot of activities going on and they had an ice cream bar area. My brother loves ice...
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.
Centrally located in California's famed Orange County just a short drive from the excitement of Los Angeles and the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, Kirkwood Orange is a well-equipped Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering a full range of supportive care services. Our rare blend of modern...
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Photo of Cypress Place
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7.9
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40 reviews
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We were impressed by the cleanliness and pleasant smell when we first visited Cypress Place. It's quiet and peaceful, which resonated with our brother in law.
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 senior living community in Ventura, California, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you with...
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Photo of Palm Vista Senior Living
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The staff is difference. All the assisted living memory care facilities in AV are about the same price. Palm Vista's staff is friendlier and knowledgeable. They cared for my loved one, sent me weekly...
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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Photo of Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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1) My father is happy there and has no complaints. 2) Reasonably clean 3) Staff and residents are very friendly 4) All his needs are met. 5) Friendly & Receptive 6) Good food and plenty of it 7) Always...
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.
Here, you’ll never stop growing.If you’re looking for an Assisted Living community where you can redefine your independence, then our community in Tarzana, California, might be the right fit for you.  Take control of your time and do the things you want to do. Whether that’s connecting with...
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Photo of Sunrise of Beverly Hills
2121 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.7
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Very happy with Sunrise! The apartment size (what they call a 1 bedroom) is bright and a good size for a den and a bedroom. Nice view of Crescent drive. The food works great for my mom. She has no complaints...
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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Photo of Brookdale Uptown Whittier
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Having your own room is good. The time it takes for care givers to get to my mom is awful. Sometimes it takes 30 minutes to an hour for them to get to her to take her to the bathroom and it could take that...
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.
When you turned 70, did your passions fade? We didn’t think so. Family. Hobbies. Travel. If anything, age strengthens those interests. But as you get older, you sometimes need a little help. At our Assisted Living community in Whittier, California, just southeast of Los Angeles, you’ll have...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Santa Monica
1111 Photos available
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The management team makes it very easy to integrate. They are very responsive to individuals requests and needs. They have continued to do so over the months going on a year. They have persons available on...
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 Santa Monica is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a picturesque neighborhood within the city of Santa Monica. Located between the Pacific Coast Highway and Wilshire Boulevards, Ivy Park is just minutes from the UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, stunning ocean views,...
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Everyone is very attentive and they communicate fairly well with the family. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living 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.
At Varenita, you’ll thrive in an environment that provides the perfect balance of independence, inspiration and support. Our holistic assisted living and Valeo™ memory care programs paired with an impressive list of amenities are designed to nourish your mind, body and soul. All with the security...
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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 Fullerton is a vibrant senior living community nestled in the lively city of Fullerton. Just off the I-5 and 91 freeway, Ivy Park is within minutes from St. Jude Hospital and it’s surrounding medical centers. Residents at Ivy Park enjoy the city’s picturesque parks, historic buildings...
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Photo of Ardent Care Assisted Living
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They could improve on nothing, it is fantastic. What we like the most about Ardent Care is that it is a small friendly community and very clean and active and we would recommend them to other families
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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Photo of Oakmont of Valencia
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Oakmont of Valencia is the real deal. They walk their talk. My mother has been a resident for 1.5 years so far and is treated kindly by the staff who are caring and observant. Even as my mother’s cognition...
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 Valencia is a lovely retirement community situated on a lush campus with lovely views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are also very close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. You’ll feel at home in our retirement community...
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Photo of Atria Park of Pacific Palisades
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Excellent, organized and comfortable place. The staff here are very respectful and very eager to serve and place the elderly.
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.
Residential location in sought-after Pacific Palisades Village, five miles from the John Wayne Cancer Institute and Saint John’s Health Center. Rooftop terrace with ocean and mountain views, lovely outdoor gardens, beauty salon and spa with services available by appointment, Wi-Fi, scheduled,...
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There's plenty of activities and outings, staff rotates a lot, dining experience was ok - not a ton of diversity in the menu, but not bad. It's comfortable and clean.
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.
Once open, Belmont Village Calabasas will provide the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The three-story community is nestled in the heart of Calabasas, surrounded by premier dining, shopping and entertainment, and just a short drive from West Hills Hospital, Kaiser, Northridge...
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Our love done moved in right before COVID, so we have not been able to visit for awhile, but we do know our loved one is happy there. Sometimes it is a little hard for us to get a hold of the staff. When we...
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.
Bentley Suites by Specialized Community HealthcareBentley Suites offers highly trained professionals, including an RN, Medical Director, Pharmacy Consultant, Nutrition Director, and Activity Director 24/7. The facility also offers all of the amenities enjoyed in a modern Residential Care Facility...
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The staff is friendly and helped my mom feel comfortable. The communication with the family was poor. I had to call to speak with the director when I wanted information. Housekeeping was okay. The move 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.
The Preserve at Woodland Hills is an Assisted Living & Memory Care community that provides exceptional services to seniors. Whether your loved one requires assistance with Activities of Daily Living, advanced Dementia care, or simply wants to live in an engaging community, we’re the right home...
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Prices are going up and quality is going down. Staff is hard to retain. Missed opportunities for a boutique-style senior community: their movie selections are TERRIBLE! You have seniors and are in the...
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.
Warner Center upscale senior living with walking access to Topanga as well as The Village and many restaurants and retail shops.Our community is very open and spacious, within the Warner Center area. Luxurious yet very comfortable. Apartment sizes are very open and large. Newest community in the...

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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