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The cost of independent living in La Palma is about $4,404 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 117 options. Read 2254 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.

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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.
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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: 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: 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: 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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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Cost of independent living in La Palma, CA

The average cost of senior living in La Palma is $4,404 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Habra, CA with an average of $4,082 per month.

Independent living costs in La Palma, CA, vs. nearby cities

La Palma, CA
$4,404/mo
$4,460/mo

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

La Palma, CA
$4,404/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in La Palma, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,016/mo
Independent Living
$4,404/mo

Independent living costs in La Palma, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,937/mo
Studio
$5,078/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,702/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,391/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,336/mo

Senior living costs in La Palma 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: La Palma, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLa Palma, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,404/mo$4,698/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,155/mo$4,504/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,016/mo$5,459/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
La Palma, CA:$4,404/mo
California:$4,698/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
La Palma, CA:$4,155/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
La Palma, CA:$5,016/mo
California:$5,459/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in La Palma, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in La Palma 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
La Palma, CA$3,775/mo$3,845/mo-1.8%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
La Palma, CA
2024 average cost:$3,775/mo
2023 average cost:$3,845/mo
Percent change:-1.8%
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 La Palma

Recent reviews for independent living in La Palma

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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La Palma independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in La Palma independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in La Palma, 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 La Palma 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 La Palma partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
La Palma, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in La Palma 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 La Palma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in La Palma 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 La Palma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
La Palma, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.8%
46.4%
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Ivy Park at La Palma, Sunrise of Orange and Sunrise of Yorba Linda are the top-rated independent living facilities near La Palma, California. See full list of communities.
There are 117 independent living facilities near La Palma, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in La Palma, 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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