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Photo of Kirkwood Orange
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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29 reviews
8.7
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29 reviews
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The staff was so nice from the moment I arrived, during visits with my brother, and extremely caring and supportive when my brother passed. That continued when I returned to collect his belongings. I highly...
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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77 Photos available
8.6
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73 reviews
8.6
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73 reviews
5 star
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In memory care where my FIL was, he received excellent medical care. The nursing staff was attentive and called me with updates on his medical care and needs. And the staff cared about him as a person and...
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.
Ideally located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Orange County, Rowntree Gardens is one of the area’s only licensed, not-for-profit, faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). Available on one convenient campus, we offer Acacia Independent Living, The Cedars...
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11 Photo available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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15 reviews
8.5
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15 reviews
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Capriana at Brea is the best place to live for seniors - there is something for everyone. Besides the beautiful dining rooms, theater, library, spacious apartments, gardens, and pool area, there are events,...
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.
Capriana is a luxury retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all within walking distance. Friends and neighbors appreciate our salon,...
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8.5
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43 reviews
8.5
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43 reviews
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My experience with Posada has been wonderful. The staff is not only kind and compassionate but also highly skilled. They treat every resident with dignity and respect, creating a warm and welcoming...
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 La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care we encourage and support independence while offering assisted living. We offer services personalized to meet individual needs. We believe that our residents deserve the very best personalized care possible. You’ll find us in historic uptown Whittier,...
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8.4
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48 reviews
8.4
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48 reviews
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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, 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.
Katella 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 allows our seniors everything they need to flourish, all within comfortable and casual, yet elegant common areas...
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30 reviews
8.0
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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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8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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I cannot say enough how amazing the staff is at WV. From [name removed] in sales, especially, to literally the heads of each department we met. We had a medical setback just days before moving into an...
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.
In the heart of Southern California, there's a new concept in retirement living with an award-winning design that wraps cottages and residences around a shop-lined village square and garden courtyards. If you're attracted to that warm sense of belonging that comes from small-town living, you'll...
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8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
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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...
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1212 Photos available
8.0
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42 reviews
8.0
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42 reviews
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. They do offer activities, but it is limited to old people stuff, per mom. They come and clean and do laundry once a week. The place is always clean when I visit. I...
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.
Define your day, every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community with both assisted living and memory care in Walnut, California, could be right for you.  You’ll have assistance with...
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55 Photos available
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.
Garden Grove Guest Home would love to assist you in finding the right place for your special loved one's long or short-term care needs. You are invited to visit us, tour our facility and be introduced to our dedicated staff through our various programs.We strive to help each resident achieve...
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Photo of Citrus Hills Senior Living
88 Photos available
8.0
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21 reviews
8.0
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21 reviews
5 star
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I had a stroke i am limited in some things i can do as far taking care of myself,, showers are difficult,, But getting out with the activities, that the director her makes me feel much better about my...
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.
Our community offers a range of lifestyle options so you can live the way you want to live. Our active seniors get to enjoy a large variety of personalized services and exquisitely tailored amenities. We know you will feel right at home. And even better than that, we provide all the benefits...
Photo of Bayshire Yorba Linda
88 Photos available
7.9
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47 reviews
7.9
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47 reviews
5 star
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The staff is wonderful, caring and friendly. They really care about my mom and they notify me immediately if she needs something or if she is not feeling well. They keep the families updated with the monthly...
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.
Live your life your way and never stop growing.Our community in Yorba Linda, California, is a continuing care retirement community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. With...
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Photo of Brookdale Uptown Whittier
1717 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.3
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42 reviews
7.3
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42 reviews
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always smiles & helpful. they always find me for my meds. The nurse is very helpful & follows up. dinner time is too early for me by ~ 2 hrs. Lunch is my only meal and is fine but I make a snack in the...
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 Oakmont of Fullerton
1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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The staff and director are excellent. The corporate entity is too concerned with how things look. Budgets for flowers and balloons and white table cloths instead of quality food. Has not increased food...
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 Fullerton is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with beautiful views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also within walking distance of shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. In our retirement community,...
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Photo of Park Vista Assisted Living and Memory Care
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My mom has been here for at least 10 years. Everyone who works here is always so friendly, helpful, nice and kind, not only to mom but to me as well. My mind is at ease when I am not with my mom. I...
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.
Park Vista Assisted Living has a total of 54 apartments with 7 distinctive floor plans, some with lovely garden views, others with a private balcony overlooking the courtyard fountain.Customized care adapts to the needs of your loved one...Park Vista provides a home for your aging family members,...
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My father didn't have a lot of money for his care and for the money it was clean, he was well fed and taken care of. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other...
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.
Retirement Inn of Fullerton is located in a residential community known for its historic buildings and family-oriented events. Nearby conveniences include shopping centers, banks, churches and several medical centers. The two-story building houses 67 studios in various sizes and floor plans. All...
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They have been great. They are really working with us, with the insurance company. They have been so patient and so helpful. They are taking really great care of her. The staff is so wonderful, we are really...
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.
We believe, very strongly, that 'happier, healthier seniors live longer and more meaningful lives.' We try to use this philosophy to determine and prioritize everything we do. Lifestyle: For our residents to be happy, we recognize the need to create an environment that promotes activities,...
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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.
Independent Living Residence is designed specifically to provide quality affordable housing for eligible seniors located in the heart of Anaheim. This newly remolded property offers the perfect space for seniors.
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This is a great facility, we have no complaints so far! Though my loved one needs specialized care, there are several staff members and nurses who visit my loved one regularly and cater to his needs and...
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.
Property Description: Ages 62 and Older, Vintage Canyon features contemporary one and two bedroom apartment homes. Elevator access is available to each floor of this three-story community, with a conveniently located laundry facility on each floor. Lush landscaping, controlled access buildings...
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They have raised the price 2 years in a row, $[removed] each year! It's getting very hard to pay for in my situation. It always seems clean whenever I'm there, it doesn't smell like I've experienced in other...
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a...
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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.
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I have had a peace of mind since my husband has recently made the move into this community. He has been getting great quality of care and has really been adapting well into his new living environment. He has...
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.
Located in Anaheim, CA, not too far from Knott's Berry Farm and Disneyland, Family Choice Senior Living provides senior adult with assisted living in a home-like setting. Our mission is to serve our residents with the love and dignity we would provide to a member of our own family. We are offer...
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2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
5.9
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82 reviews
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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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My sister was just placed in this facility, she has symptoms of dementia. I was very impressed with the kind, friendly staff. They are attentive to the clients' needs. For instance, there are always staff...
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.
It's Simple. We Know Memory Care.We’re dedicated to the care of our residents andhere to provide a sincere, quality approach withour Journey Program which includes the activitiesof daily living, community interactions, and dining.Residents benefit from our personalized careplans, which celebrate...
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They are all very friendly. They are a little pricey but they are still very nice. We picked this community, because my loved one liked the community. It feels like the food takes longer to get, but 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.
"Oakmont of Whittier is a beautiful retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning cuisine, and a plethora of on-site amenities. Shopping, exquisite dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all near by. In our retirement community, where friends and...
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Cost of independent living in Fullerton, CA

The average cost of senior living in Fullerton is $4,125 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Diamond Bar, CA with an average of $3,837 per month.

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

Fullerton, CA
$4,125/mo
$4,082/mo
$4,061/mo

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

Fullerton, CA
$4,125/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,844/mo
Independent Living
$4,125/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,052/mo
Studio
$5,239/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,862/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,224/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,336/mo

Senior living costs in Fullerton 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: Fullerton, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFullerton, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,125/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,029/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,844/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Fullerton, CA:$4,125/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Fullerton, CA:$4,029/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Fullerton, CA:$4,844/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Fullerton, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fullerton 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
Fullerton, CA$3,899/mo$3,991/mo-2.3%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Fullerton, CA
2024 average cost:$3,899/mo
2023 average cost:$3,991/mo
Percent change:-2.3%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fullerton

Recent reviews for independent living in Fullerton

Kirkwood Orange

5.0
My loved one received excellent, loving care from the Kirkwood family. I highly recommend this facility. The staff is very responsive to all my concerns. I highly recommend this facility. My loved one was very happy there.

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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Fullerton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fullerton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fullerton, 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 Fullerton 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 Fullerton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fullerton, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fullerton 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 Fullerton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fullerton, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fullerton 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 Fullerton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fullerton, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
47.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunnycrest Senior Living, Ivy Park at Fullerton and Kaego's Richman Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fullerton, California. See full list of communities.
There are 110 independent living facilities near Fullerton, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fullerton, California are Palos Verdes Villa, Atria Golden Creek and Sunrise of Yorba Linda. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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