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The cost of independent living in La Patera is about $4,416 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 61 options.

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Photo of Westmont of Santa Barbara
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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Costs are high like everywhere but Westmont is lower than many. Apartments are good size also, most are large studios and a few one bedrooms for couples. Pet policy is normal, currently there are 2 cats 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.
Mariposa at Ellwood Shores Assisted Living in Santa Barbara County is a warm, inviting senior living community designed for your comfort and care.Here, you’ll find Independent and Assisted Living as well as Memory Care options, with amenities and activities designed to promote optimum well-being...
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8787 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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47 reviews
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What an amazing experience so far, both our parents have recently moved in and the care is beyond respectful of our parents care and communication with us. We feel at ease having them under the palms care ....
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 Palms is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our elegant dining room serves three chef-prepared meals every day. Activities are an integral part of the lifestyle at The Palms and include arts, crafts, table games, fitness classes, and outings....
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9.9
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My mother has been a resident at Ojai Meadows Senior Living for the past year and she receives excellent, loving care. All the staff from the front office to the care givers, to the med techs, and 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.
Nestled in the breathtaking Ojai Valley, The Artesian of Ojai Senior Living is more than just a place to live-it's a vibrant community where each resident is valued, celebrated, and embraced like family. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, our community offers the serenity of the outdoors...
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33 Floor plans available
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9.7
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Staff was very kind, compassionate and helpful. Care was good, especially the med techs! Activities were numerous, fun and well attended. Food was very good, ordered from a menu and very tasty! Cleanliness...
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.
Live life in style at Villa Santa Barbara, where residents can soak up the Southern California sun and enjoy desired amenities and services fit for the American Riviera. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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99 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.5
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Staff very friendly and professional, food is food. Room size is adequate. Overall cleanliness is above average. Not involved in activities.
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.
Conveniently located between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is a campus-style retirement community that provides a wide spectrum of care. Enjoy being near golf courses, wineries, the Veteran's Administration Building and Marian Regional Medical Center. Take...
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The director, [Name Removed], and the on-staff doctor, Doctor are great [Name Removed], and her caretaker, [Name Removed] too. I get daily updates. There's more attention paid to the patients. More...
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.
Cliff View Terrace residents become part of our family. Our goal is for our residents to feel that Cliff View Terrace is home. The luxurious yet comfortable accommodations and caring staff with decades of experience distinguish Cliff View Terrace as the premier facility in Southern California. ...
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They are very responsive, kind, and knowledgeable. They have worked hard to make my father in law feel welcome and well cared for.
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.
Celebrate your independence at Atria Las Posas! Entertain family and friends in the courtyard and enjoy the outdoor grill. Or take advantage of all the community has to offer inside, including a movie room with projector screen, an upgraded salon, and a fitness center with senior-friendly...
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The facility itself is clean, well-maintained, and the staff are generally kind. It is a suitable option for seniors who are fully independent and primarily need a safe and comfortable living environment....
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.
Santa Maria Terrace — located in sunny Santa Maria, California — provides the best value with our apartments, including an abundance of amenities and a large range of services. Whether you want to simplify your life or need assistance with daily tasks, Santa Maria Terrace offers something for...
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My father is really happy at the Orchard. He loves his room and it's a great for him. The staff is wonderful! They're very nice and go out of their way for the residence. There are a lot of activities for...
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.
The Bonaventure Senior Living provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Sixty miles north of the bustling Los Angeles metro area, Ventura is truly a breath of fresh air. Surrounded by lemon and flower orchards, The Bonaventure Senior Living offers a perfect blend of...
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Staff is young and frisky. There are lots of activities. The food is good and the whole ambience is one of friendship. The staff waves and calls your name as you walk by. They really do include you in the...
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.
Welcome to Clearwater at RiverparkFine Living for Independent SeniorsChoosing a new home for yourself or a loved one is never easy, but it can be fun with Clearwater at Riverpark. We’ve taken care to create a warm and welcoming environment with all the comforts of home, plus the inspiring...
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Photo of The Vistas at Oxnard Senior Living
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8.6
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148 reviews
8.6
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148 reviews
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The administrative staff are "hands on". They are very good at knowing the residents needs and are very accommodating. The staff try hard to make the residents happy and content. It just has a very nice...
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.
Find compassionate assisted living and memory care at The Vistas at Oxnard. This award-winning community in California offers a wealth of amenities and services, and lies in Oxnard’s fun-filled landscape — a great senior living environment.Community Amenities and ServicesWIth individualized care...
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Photo of Ventura Townehouse
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8.6
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82 reviews
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I have lived here for almost 2 years! The staff and residents are friendly and feel like family. The rooms are bright and airy and I have a view. Many things to do if that's what u want..but no pressure to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our retirement community provides a private secure environment for seniors who are seeking a lifestyle free from encumbrance and household worries. From the moment you enter the Ventura TowneHouse, you'll appreciate our enlivening approach to retirement. The lively conversations in the lounge,...
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Photo of Oakmont of Camarillo
1818 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.6
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Apparently, their paperwork has been a nightmare for my brother who's DPOA, but my parents seem to be happy. All the staff has been very nice.
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.
Oakmont of Camarillo 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 nearby. In our retirement community, where friends and...
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The staff is GREAT, the care is consistent, the activities don't appeal to my Dad but the outings do. There's a new chef and the food is better but sometimes slower in being served. There's place is very...
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.
Welcome to Regency Palms Oxnard. Senior Living in Oxnard CA. Assisted living and memory care located in the heart of Oxnard.
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Photo of Oakmont of Riverpark
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1313 Floor plans available
8.2
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Cheerful with nice outdoor patio. Clean new aesthetically pleasing environment. I would recommend it to others. We have had a positive experience.
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 Riverpark 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 nearby. In our retirement community, where friends and...
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One bedroom apartment size is great, common spaces are very clean. I like that the halls are hard floor and not cluttered so they feel clean. I have had a few issues with medication administration- staff has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our senior living community in Ventura, California, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you with...
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Place is very clean , staff is very friendly Nurse is good , no smell Food is excellent . It feels like home . Housekeeping is very good . Maintaince man is very friendly . You can keep your pet there . It...
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.
Royal Gardens of Camarillo is a full service community devoted to the health and well being of our residents both physically and mentally. From our complete wellness staff featuring a Registered Nurse to our exquisite culinary staff featuring our premiere Chef we are positioned to care for your...
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The room is large, recently renovated, clean, quiet. The activities are good, food is great. The only real issue I have is that I feel they are understaffed, especially in memory care. Only one person on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Serving our senior community since 1991, our coastal ambiance with a central courtyard & 3 beautifully landscaped acres, year-round heated pool & Jacuzzi. 'Sweet Shop' snack room with snacks and beverages available all day, complete with jukebox that plays 45's. Large, sky-lit,...
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LOVE Wood Glen Hall! A perfect place for family/loved ones. We pre-viewed 9 other facilities in the SB area for our mother and this is the ONLY one that felt like home. The ambiance is cheerful, full of...
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.
Nestled in the foothills with a spectacular view of the blue Santa Barbara Mountains, cooled by ocean breezes, ringing with the genial laughter of family and friends, and typifying the gracious, relaxed and respectful service you are right to expect, Wood Glen Hall is a home you can make your...
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It is a lovely facility. It is an older estate donated by the family years ago to be an assisted living home. It almost could operate as a bed and breakfast, it is that nice. A couple of things we learned...
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.
Alexander Gardens is a spectacular historic home nestled in the Mission area of downtown Santa Barbara, amongst lush, stunning gardens. Concern for the care and needs of seniors has been a hallmark of Alexander Gardens, since the original family built 'casitas' for their elderly loved ones....
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The staff are always willing to help you and front desk is always there. Daily activities but they could do more diverse activities. Staff to drive them to appointments. Food is good and the facility...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
GranVida is a community, a neighborhood of like-minded people who enjoy the uniqueness and beauty of coastal living. Like Carpinteria itself, GranVida embodies small town friendliness, hospitality and social inclusion. As the only senior living and memory care community in Carpinteria, GranVida...
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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.
Atterdag Village of Solvang is located in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley with its wide open spaces, clean coastal air, and spectacular, mountain views. We are nestled in the heart of this natural treasure, yet only steps from downtown Solvang, a town rich with cultural attractions, fabulous...
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Everything is working out very well for my mother here. They provide excellent care. The community looks great. The staff is friendly and helpful. There are nice activities and good food. So far we are...
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 Home In Ojai is the most family oriented assisted living community in the Ojai valley.  We have worked hard to make this your home - - a place where you find love, peace of mind and respect. We are licensed for 48 beds, but the rooms are grouped in fours located in different sections...
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Our loved one did not like going outside for lunch, but based on the experience we have had with The Gables we would recommend them to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Over sixty years ago founders of AARP envisioned a gracious retirement community, prerequisites included: temperate climate, beautifully landscaped gardens, community rooms and amenities designed to serve the most discriminating seniors. Hence, their vision of what was to become The Gables was...
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High level of caregivers. Also, not much turnover in the staff which I took as a very big plus. It's expensive. Plus there is a one time non-refundable fee of $[fee removed]K for a very high tech monitoring...
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.
Aegis of Ventura features an elegant Spanish style architecture that is beautifully enhanced by luscious landscaping and courtyards. Inside, our compassionate staff treats you like a second family -- starting each day with a smile, a hug and engaging conversation. We offer exceptional Assisted...
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Cost of independent living in La Patera, CA

The average cost of senior living in La Patera is $4,416 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bakersfield, CA with an average of $3,090 per month.

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

La Patera, CA
$4,416/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$7,694/mo
Independent Living
$4,416/mo

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

Studio
$3,824/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,177/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,435/mo

Senior living costs in La Patera 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 Patera, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLa Patera, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,416/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,654/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,694/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
La Patera, CA:$4,416/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
La Patera, CA:$5,654/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
La Patera, CA:$7,694/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in La Patera, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in La Patera have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
La Patera, CA$3,924/mo$3,909/mo+0.4%
California$3,581/mo$3,519/mo+1.7%
National$3,155/mo$2,998/mo+5.3%
La Patera, CA
2024 average cost:$3,924/mo
2023 average cost:$3,909/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
California
2024 average cost:$3,581/mo
2023 average cost:$3,519/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,155/mo
2023 average cost:$2,998/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about independent living in La Patera

Recent reviews for independent living in La Patera

Wellness Care Senior Living at Ojai in Oak View, CA

5.0
My mom has been at Autumn Years for over a year now. They have been unfailingly warm and helpful, to us as well as to her. We took care of Mom for two years and understood that it wouldn't be an easy matter to work with her emotional swings, yet the staff at Autumn Years has been beyond ...
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Park Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Camarillo, CA

4.5
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident I can't say enough wonderful things about Royal Gardens. ]We like that the facility is one floor and lots of outdoor space so the residents don't have to take elevators. All staff, in various departments, are helpful, professional, and ...
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Ventura Grand Chateau

5.0
We were very happy with our experience at Mound Guest home it was just great. This community was a very clean and nice looking place and the staff was just wonderful. They helped us out with everything and made the process nice and smooth. My husband loved the food there he never said anything ...
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La Patera independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in La Patera independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in La Patera, 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 Patera 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 Patera partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
La Patera, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.1%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
31.1%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in La Patera 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 Patera communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
La Patera, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
42.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in La Patera 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 Patera offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
La Patera, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.9%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.6%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.3%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.1%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.3%
47.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Westmont of Santa Barbara, Palms at Bonaventure and Ojai Meadows Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near La Patera, California. See full list of communities.
There are 61 independent living facilities near La Patera, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in La Patera, California is Palms at Bonaventure. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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