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Photo of Ivy Park at Burbank
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66 Floor plans available
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We toured six facilities. We loved Ivy Park right away. The facility is modern, spacious and lovely. We met with [name removed] and when she showed us the 2nd floor memory care room, restaurant, and living...
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.
Ivy Park at Burbank is a senior living community set in the charming and desirable city of Burbank, CA. Easily accessible from Highway 134, the community sits at the foothills of the Verdugo Mountains and boasts landscaped grounds, a feeling of community and more. At Ivy Park our seniors are...
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I found they were knowledgeable and authentically cared about the welfare of my mother-in-law. We thought the room size was ample and they had a number of valuable activities to offer.
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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Photo of Ivy Park at Studio City
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44 Floor plans available
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The facility at this time appears understaffed and the caregivers overworked. For example, residents needing assistance are only showered once a week My sister in-law was not bathed for 2 weeks because 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.
Ivy Park at Studio City is a vibrant senior living community situated in a contemporary neighborhood within Studio City. Just off of the 101 Highway, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Studio City Urgent Care and Medical Center, major entertainment attractions, bustling shopping centers and...
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Based on the experience we have had so far with Belmont Village, we would have to give everything a 5 except for the value for cost. What our family really likes about the Belmont Village is probably 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.
Belmont Village of Westwood, California is situated in a lushly landscaped residential neighborhood in the heart of Westwood. Our senior living facility is located along Wilshire Boulevard's 'Golden Mile.' Residents enjoy shopping at its best on Rodeo Drive, Century City and Westwood Village....
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The village was the right decision for my mom. The apt is beautiful, there are so many activities to do. The other residents are friendly and for the most part she likes the food. The first 5 months were...
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 team and an assist with everything that matters. Imagine life with a complete support system. It’s like an extended family working together and making things easier. Meals, prescriptions, appointments, personalized care, even a hobby or two, all taken care of with smiles at every turn. Having...
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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...
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The staff at Canyon Trails were very caring and friendly. I would definitely recommend this facility to anyone looking for care for a 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.
Canyon Trails is focused on enriching the quality of life for our residents and their families. We recognize the value of the human spirit and believe that memory impairment and other chronic or acute conditions do not mean the end of a purposeful, rich life. We provide: A beautiful brand new...
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The cost is alright for now. All the services here is alright. The activities, they are just once a week. A social worker came only once a week for 4 or 5 hours. The only thing I think we needed is that here...
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.
Heritage Park at Woodman is an Affordable Senior Community for 55 and over. We offer quality affordable housing with many amenities to enhance active, independent lifestyles. Heritage Park at Woodman Senior Community is operated under Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code. This special...
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Valley Village Glen Park is respectful to the clients, food is healthy and adequate the facility is clean , service is good and the staff is helpful. [Removed]
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.
Laurel Canyon Retirement home is a two story building located in a Valley Village, California. It is stated to be located in a residential area. If you choose this facility as your mother or fathers retirement home you have the comfort of knowing that they are well fed and entertained. Residents...
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The people at Cedars Assisted Living are great! It appears that they are trying to maintain the building, however, the rugs really need to be replaced. It is time for them to do something with the high...
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.
Cedars Assisted LivingCedars Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the beautiful town of Northridge, Los Angeles County, California. Our community is located in a peaceful area where you can sit and enjoy the beautiful mountains. It is a great place to live, and the perfect...
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Photo of Villa Scalabrini
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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.
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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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.
Refined, relaxed and engaged assisted living and memory care delivered through shared events, experience and conveniences in a secure, luxury setting. The community has superb amenities and conveniences. We have multiple dining venues, fitness and activity rooms, bar and beverage station, dog...
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I had been looking for a place for my dad. When I pulled up. The place looked inviting and clean. I was greated by smiling faces. The staff where all welcoming and warm. They showed me around and told me...
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.
The Olive Branch Situated in Northridge, California, Olive Branch Assisted Living offers residents the utmost in comfort and care. This 25-acre community boasts a park-like setting and is perfect for afternoon strolls, family gatherings and recreational activities. Located just off of Balboa...
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We adored the residence because it is a fantastic facility for seniors. A lot of entertaining activities and a lovely atmosphere. The office and staff are supportive and helpful because the management is...
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.
Innovative Apartments for Adults 62+ Reimagine life. Be the first to enjoy brand new 1- and 2-bedroom apartments for adults 62+ in the vibrant NOHO Arts District. More than just the typical pool and fitness center, NOHO Senior Arts Colony offers amenities, programs and social events that go...
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Top of the line customer service and attention to detail that really helped reassure me when placing my cousin in this facility. The property is gorgeous but the staff and administration is what made us...
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.
AvantGarde Senior Living and Memory Care is a premier community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, & Memory Care and Respite Care. We are centrally located in the greater San Fernando Valley close to all major freeways and West Los Angeles. Tarzana Providence, Encino Hospitals and...
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The community is kept neat and clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. The food is 50/50 sometimes it's good sometimes it's not but I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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.
Our retirement community offers assisted living services to meet the individual needs of our residents. Our philosophy is based upon the fact that, as individuals age, their needs increase but should not have to sacrifice comfort and enjoyment. We expand our services to meet each individuals...
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This is a really special community it is a wonderful place. My mother is doing very well so far and I am very pleased with all they have done for us. Very smooth transition moving into the community. 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.
The Cottages at Melrose Gardens When disorientation and memory loss begin to affect a person's life, basic needs become ever more complex. At The Cottages Alzheimer's Program, we provide a gentle, compassionate environment that minimizes confusion while maximizing security, health and enjoyment...
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As with all communities, make sure you go there yourself and never depend on the staff to be the sole source of care for your loved one. Stop by at different times, different days, ask questions, follow up....
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.
Melrose Gardens is a unique, vibrant community for adults seeking a healthy, dynamic and satisfying retirement lifestyle. From the moment you enter Melrose Gardens, you'll appreciate our enlivening approach to retirement. Our gracious residence exudes Southern California warmth and hospitality...
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My mom was only under their care for two weeks as she passed just two weeks after moving there.. they freshly painted her room, put in new carpet and fixed some minor repairs before she moved in. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Since 1978, we have offered a great alternative for seniors who may need additional assistance with their daily routines, medication management, bathing and dressing or personal hygiene, yet do not require the intensive services of a skilled nursing facility.  With the assistance of our...
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This is a lovely, small facility. It has small casitas for the residence surrounding a beautiful courtyard and covered patio. The atmosphere is very welcoming and the staff is excellent in its level of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Las Casitas Assisted Living Las Casitas Assisted Living is a residential care home located in Burbank, California in the county of Los Angeles. Only a short drive or bus ride away from the Los Angeles Zoo, Studio City, Wildwood Canyon Park, and downtown Los Angeles, residents of Las Casitas...
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Okay, so I just got here. But from being tossed around from place to place for two years, losing all of my personal possessions in the process--nobody cared--Ambassador Gardens is a dream come true. Staff...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Van to and from doctor/dentist3 meals per daySnacksMedication supervision1 personal wash per week (laundry)HousekeepingActivitiesMonthly outingsShoppingTerrific staffing
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good food, sweet nurses, and nice maids, a fine community with personable manager, thanks. very good plumbing and balconies nicely. there are elevators, i was walking down the stairs one night and i thought...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: 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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It is an older place, but very nice. They keep it up well. They are currently remodeling the exterior of the building. They keep me informed of how things are going. Their communication has been very...
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.
Courtyard Plaza Courtyard Plaza is an assisted living community for residents who are looking to make Van Nuys, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California their home. This community provides the memory care that seniors need in an area that is beautiful and special. Van Nuys offers much to its...

Cost of independent living in Gemco, CA

The average cost of senior living in Gemco is $4,946 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Pasqual, CA with an average of $4,247 per month.

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

Gemco, CA
$4,946/mo
$4,702/mo

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

Gemco, CA
$4,946/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$5,642/mo
Independent Living
$4,946/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,678/mo
Studio
$6,300/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,709/mo
2 Bedroom
$11,963/mo

Senior living costs in Gemco 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: Gemco, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGemco, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,946/mo$4,696/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,477/mo$4,503/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,642/mo$5,456/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Gemco, CA:$4,946/mo
California:$4,696/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Gemco, CA:$4,477/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Gemco, CA:$5,642/mo
California:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Gemco, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gemco 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
Gemco, CA$5,304/mo$7,457/mo-28.9%
California$3,585/mo$3,362/mo+6.6%
National$3,151/mo$2,978/mo+5.8%
Gemco, CA
2024 average cost:$5,304/mo
2023 average cost:$7,457/mo
Percent change:-28.9%
California
2024 average cost:$3,585/mo
2023 average cost:$3,362/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,151/mo
2023 average cost:$2,978/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gemco

Recent reviews for independent living in Gemco

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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The Reserve at Thousand Oaks

4.8
I would recommend you come here to live. There are nice accommodations, and the entire community is very nice. There are three meals a day, activities, exercises, movies, housekeeping, and linen changing that is included in the monthly fee. They have a washer and dryer in my unit and a ...
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Terraza of Cheviot Hills Assisted Living in Los Angeles, CA

4.0
It has been a really good overall positive experience. They are really good at following up with me and letting me know how brother is doing. Meal preparations are really good as well. The house-keeping and laundry services are very good as well. The one thing that they can improve on is ...
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Gemco independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gemco independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gemco, 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 Gemco 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 Gemco partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gemco, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gemco 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 Gemco communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gemco, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gemco 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 Gemco offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gemco, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Valley Vista Senior Living, The Gardens at Park Balboa and Sunrise of Beverly Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gemco, California. See full list of communities.
There are 113 independent living facilities near Gemco, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gemco, California are Nikkei Senior Gardens by Cogir, Sunrise at Sterling Canyon and The Villas By Astoria Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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