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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Thank you for your interest in FountainGlen at Pasadena Active Independent Apartment Living FountainGlen at Pasadena is nestled in the downtown Playhouse District of Pasadena designed for the active lifestyle of adults aged 55 plus…Easy access to Gold line Rapid transit systemGrocery stores and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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It's a very exclusive place, but the staff is wonderful and the amenities are excellent. Parking is a bit of a hassle.
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.
Beauty. Art. History. And tradition. These are the hallmarks of Pasadena, one of California’s true gems. In the heart of this dynamic city is a place where you can renew your passion for culture and community every day. Welcome to Villa Gardens – Pasadena’s choice for premier full-service...
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My Father has only been there for over one month, I can see that the Caregivers pay attention to the patients, and give them a lot of special attention, I have seen that with my Father, my Sisters feel that...
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.
Vista Cove at San Gabriel is an intimate and caring Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our mission is to serve our residents with compassion and respect in an inviting setting; to promote their independence; and to care for their physical, medical and emotional well being. Our commitment...
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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.
Castle View Retirement Estates Castle View Retirement Estate is an assisted living community based in beautiful Pasadena, CA. This community is surrounded by lush trees and wooded areas, leaving nature to greet our residents at every turn. Pasadena is one of the most scenic, residential areas in...
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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.
Garfield Care Garfield Care Center is a large assisted living community that is located in Pasadena, CA. The community consists of apartment living style homes. With Garfield Care Center, you get all the perks of living in the big city but you get your own little community environment. At...
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This place is great! Have been here for a month and the food is so well planned and taste delicious. I love the way staff is right on time for my needs . The owner and family have been very helpful and ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Victor Royale Adult living is an assisted living community in the lovely town of Glendale, CA. This beautiful community is situated within Los Angeles county, within easy driving distance of both the ocean and the mountains. Glendale is a great place to live with average temperatures in the 70s...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heritage Park is a senior housing community located in stunning Glendale, Los Angeles County, California. You'll love the convenience of living in the city centre of this sun soaked California community. No need to drive in this 'walker's paradise.' With a walk score of 95, shopping, services,...
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Photo of Arbor Vista
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.
Photo of Pasadena Villa Senior Living
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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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.
Photo of Casa Linda of Altadena
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.
Photo of Cathay Manor Apartments
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: 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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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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.
Photo of Miyako Gardens Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: 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.
Photo of Garden Crest Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Van Nuys Apartments
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.

Cost of independent living in Garvanza, CA

The average cost of senior living in Garvanza is $4,460 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include El Monte, CA with an average of $4,172 per month.

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

Garvanza, CA
$4,460/mo
$4,443/mo

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

Garvanza, CA
$4,460/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$5,062/mo
Independent Living
$4,460/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,272/mo
Studio
$6,226/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,317/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,708/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,000/mo

Senior living costs in Garvanza 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: Garvanza, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGarvanza, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,460/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,264/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,062/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Garvanza, CA:$4,460/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Garvanza, CA:$4,264/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Garvanza, CA:$5,062/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Garvanza, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Garvanza 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
Garvanza, CA$4,889/mo$4,328/mo+13.0%
California$3,692/mo$3,585/mo+3.0%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Garvanza, CA
2024 average cost:$4,889/mo
2023 average cost:$4,328/mo
Percent change:+13.0%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,585/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Garvanza

Recent reviews for independent living in Garvanza

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana

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

Friendly and accommodating staff. Residents and their families at various communities, such as Hollywood Hills Senior Living and Scholl Canyon Estates, express appreciation for the kindness and helpfulness of the staff members. Some reviews mention the personal relationships that have been formed between residents and caregi ...
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High-quality dining experiences. Reviews consistently mention the importance of quality meals in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, with specific mentions of delicious food and accommodating chefs at communities like The Oaks of Pasadena and The Terraces at Park Marino.
Wide range of activities. Activities are a significant factor in residents' enjoyment of their community, as mentioned in several reviews for communities like The Villas By Astoria Park and The Terraces at Park Marino, which offer a variety of social and engaging activities for residents.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Several reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness in their community experience, with specific mentions of clean and updated living spaces at communities such as The Villas By Astoria Park and The Oaks of Pasadena.
Individualized attention and care. Some reviews mention the importance of individualized care and attention for residents, as highlighted in reviews for communities like Scholl Canyon Estates and Ararat Gardens, where staff members go above and beyond to accommodate residents' needs.
Communication and transparency. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is a recurring theme in many reviews, with families praising the ongoing dialogue and updates provided by communities like Hollywood Hills Senior Living and The Villas By Astoria Park.
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Garvanza independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garvanza independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garvanza, 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 Garvanza 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 Garvanza partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garvanza, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Garvanza 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 Garvanza communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garvanza, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garvanza 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 Garvanza offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garvanza, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.1%
46.4%
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