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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
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Since my friend moved into Merrill Gardens Memory Care, I have seen [name removed] create thoughtful life-enrichment programs tailored for residents living with cognitive decline. She organizes monthly...
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.
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach is situated between the San Diego Freeway and East Pacific Coast Highway in iconic Orange County. Enjoy being surrounded by parks providing ample outdoor recreation areas, near shopping and hospitals; not to mention being minutes away from the Pacific Ocean in...
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Staff were friendly - although they were constantly short staffed. They need more staff for patient support and care so you do not have to wait hours for help.
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.
Beautiful Pet Friendly Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Living Community Nestled in the East Side of exclusive Costa Mesa.Our award winning community creates a customized service and assistance plan for each resident with a variety of therapies and life enrichment activities. Our...
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1. They had a single bed room and my brother is used to living alone. 2. The staff there were very nice. 3. There were a lot of activities going on and they had an ice cream bar area. My brother loves ice...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Centrally located in California's famed Orange County just a short drive from the excitement of Los Angeles and the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, Kirkwood Orange is a well-equipped Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering a full range of supportive care services. Our rare blend of modern...
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Ivy Park has been a great option for us. I am pleased with their care and attention to my mother. I would absolutely recommend
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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The Culinary and Food Services Department, led by Amy Lebrun, also deserves extraordinary recognition. Planning, ordering, preparing, serving, and cleaning up after three healthy meals a day, 365 days a...
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.
Discover Clearwater Newport Beach, a new senior living community where care and compassion come wrapped in luxury surroundings. This vibrant community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care with well-appointed amenities, Clearwater signature programs, and personalized care. Enjoy chef-driven...
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For us, the size of the apartment was wonderful. Plenty of room. Was generally clean all around. The staff that took care of my dad was very good. The administration of the memory care wing was a little...
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.
Vintage Las Palmas is a gracious full-service retirement community nestled in pristine Laguna Woods that offers a continuum of care ranging from Independent and Assisted Living to specializing in Alzheimer's care.The Tuscan styling of Vintage Las Palmas combines an inviting atmosphere with the...
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My only comment regarding #2 the cleanliness, is that is has been clean but there have been some plumbing problems that have caused overflow and smell. However, with that being said they have continued to...
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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My cousin did not eat their meals because he had no teeth so he only drank protein shakes and instant rice a roni that he ordered. He was bedridden for 3 years and could not get up to participate in any...
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.
Spring Senior Assisted Living is a Genesis community which conveniently located in the residential neighborhood of Torrance, CA outside of Los Angeles. Our quiet beaches stretch nearly a mile and half along the Pacific Ocean and our very safe city is well known for its low crime rates. Residents...
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We chose Katella because of the location and size and beauty of the rooms. Nice community. I think the harder part was that my mom was a little combative and not an easy patient, and they only had so much...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Katella welcomes you to a senior living community located within warm and sunny Los Alamitos in Southern California. Tastefully decorated in California Casual style throughout, Katella allows our seniors everything they need to flourish, all within comfortable and casual, yet elegant common areas...
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From the time I walked in the door, greeted by very nice, very welcoming staff. I was impressed. Very clean and I can tell they take great care of the residents/patients here. If you are looking for your...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
NEWLY REMODELEDActivCare at Brittany House specializes in quality residential memory care for those with Alzheimer's or related dementias. Through all stages of the disease--from early to mid to end stages and hospice--ActivCare can adapt to the resident's changing needs. We provide continuity of...
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Photo of Rowntree Gardens
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In memory care where my FIL was, he received excellent medical care. The nursing staff was attentive and called me with updates on his medical care and needs. And the staff cared about him as a person and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ideally located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Orange County, Rowntree Gardens is one of the area’s only licensed, not-for-profit, faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). Available on one convenient campus, we offer Acacia Independent Living, The Cedars...
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My only comment is that if a senior needs a lot of assistance this is not the place to be. We are having to pay for outside additional caregivers to come in because he needs more help. He is in the...
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 Valley of the Saddleback Mountains, The Ivy at Wellington boasts 233 luxurious, full-service senior apartments. This luxury community is surrounded by eight acres of exquisitely manicured grounds and gardens featuring an Olympic-size pool, putting green, and several well-appointed...
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This facility is great. Everything is clean, orderly and the staff are all super friendly. And if you need assisted living features, wow, it's like having your own staff to help you with your daily...
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 Mainplace Senior Living
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I have 2 parents in there now, my mom in Memory Care and my dad in Assistant Living I would give them a 5 on all. The staff is friendly and helpful they make sure my parents eat together and keep them busy...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Mainplace Senior Living provides seniors with a safe and caring assisted living community to call home in Orange, Orange County, California. This community offers the memory care that seniors need and it provides a beautiful home to those who are looking to be surrounded by a caring and...
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They mentioned when we moved in my mom that they were going to renovate - the place *really* needs it as it has a LOT of potential. My mom isn't really active or social so the kindness, patience and care of...
Provides: Memory Care
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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 Cottage at Artesia Gardens is a beautiful family owned residential facility located in Buena Park, California. It is a clean, elegant facility providing a home like atmosphere with spacious rooms inside and beautiful gardens outside. Our facility is secure, so residents are free to enjoy and...
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Photo of Clearwater at North Tustin
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I cannot say enough about how much our family appreciated all the warm care and consideration that Clearwater staff showed to my elderly aunt during her time there. From the moment you enter the premises,...
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.
Our assisted living and memory care community in North Tustin, CA offers compassionate care and meaningful services in a beautiful as well as comfortable setting to support seniors of varying needs. Our resident-centered approach to care helps seniors live as active and engaged as they want to...
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Photo of La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care
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My experience with Posada has been wonderful. The staff is not only kind and compassionate but also highly skilled. They treat every resident with dignity and respect, creating a warm and welcoming...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
At La Posada Whittier we encourage and support independence while offering assisted living in Whittier California with services personalized to meet individual needs. We believe that our residents deserve the very best personalized care possible.Lively, fun and full of surprises are how...
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[name removed] and [name removed] really made my experience here at Grace Retirement enjoyable. The food was actually really good and tasty. The staff cared about my grandma. They speak Korean and serve...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Well situated between Los Angeles and Orange County, La Habra Villa (LHV) is a beautiful community which provides independent, assisted living, and memory care to seniors in the area. Our team of professionally trained and courteous staff has been providing personal senior care at La Habra Villa...
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ActivCare has been a lifesaver for my husband. Considering all the places I visited this was the best to serve his needs. The staff is amazing by keeping me informed and caring. I would totally recommend...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
ActivCare Yorba Linda is a new memory care community that provides specialized assisted living for those with Alzheimer's or related dementias.As pioneers in memory care, we have been enhancing life for those with memory loss for more than 30 years. It's our sole focus.Purpose-built for Memory...
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Good place friendly only wish they would help [name removed] eat lots of times her food is all over her lap other then that it's good. [name removed] who's in charge of that community is really good!
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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Photo of Regency Palms Long Beach
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All of the staff are very friendly and they take really good care of the residence. They're always clean and well groomed and they help feed them. I don't have anything bad to say about the place. 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.
Welcome to Regency Palms Long Beach. Senior Living in Long Beach CA. Assisted living and memory care located in the heart of Long Beach.
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Because of their Circle of Friends program, which is unique to Belmont Village, my mom with dementia now spends 8 to 10 hours a day out of her apartment --engaged mentally, socializing, and exercising; I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Belmont Village facility of Rancho Palos Verdes is located in a beautiful Palos Verdes peninsula residential neighborhood, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and greater Los Angeles basin. This area, which is known for its dramatic views from the Palos Verdes Hills, is convenient for our senior living...
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The staff is great, they always stay in contact with me and keep me updated on my moms health. My mom engages in all the activities, the staff wants them to be active and not alone in their rooms. She shares...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Live your life your way and never stop growing.Our community in Yorba Linda, California, is a continuing care retirement community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. With...
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I would generally recommend this community, but the initial transition had some challenges. There were issues with coordination and communication early on, particularly around care routines. While things...
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.
Imagine a lifestyle where every day feels like a vacation. A home where you are surrounded by an extended family of friends and caring staff. Days filled with entertaining social activities. Or days of quiet relaxation in the privacy you desire. Finally, imagine all of this in a luxuriously...
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After visiting many memory care, facilities, we are very happy with Welbrook. My sister is very well cared for. She is always well dressed, clean, well fed, entertained, and has a nice room. The caregivers...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welbrook Senior Living is a relatively new provider of Residential and Nursing Care.We are however, collectively considered by many to be experts in this field.We are not a public company rather we are a group of husbands, wives, sons and daughters who want to earn our livings making a difference...
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What families are saying about memory care in Avalon

Recent reviews for memory care in Avalon

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.

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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Meridian at Bella Mar in Santa Monica, CA

4.5
There are lots of activities for the residents here. The facility is very bright, cheerful and full of light. I love the atmosphere here. The staff is great and the residents seem very happy and active. They interact with each other well.

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Compassionate and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and care demonstrated by staff members towards residents at their communities. At ActivCare Laguna Hills, a family member visits frequently and spends hours there, observing the staff's interaction with residents. They have noticed the staff's empathy, reas ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents find joy in the various activities offered at their communities. At Newport Beach Memory Care, there are plenty of activities, including outings in the community van and the option for private dining with family. At Oakmont of Torrance, the award-winning activity director plans res ...
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Highly communicative staff. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is crucial for peace of mind. At Palmcrest Grand Retirement, a family member praises the staff for their responsiveness to questions and concerns. At Whittier Place Senior Living, a family was encouraged to be proactive in asking q ...
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Home-like atmosphere. A homelike environment is essential for many residents, offering comfort and familiarity. At Newport Beach Memory Care, Newport Beach Memory Care is described as a small, intimate community where residents are able to make their rooms their own. At Sunrise of Yorba Linda, Sunrise is praised ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are essential to ensure residents' comfort and health. At Crescent Landing at Garden Grove Memory Care, the facility is praised for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and accessibility. At Lakewood Gardens, Lakewood Gardens is commended for its top-of-the-line renovations, ...
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Personalized care. Individualized attention is crucial for providing optimal care to memory care residents. At Crescendo Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care, caregivers demonstrated empathy, patience, and understanding, tailoring care to residents' unique needs. At Lakewood Gardens, Lakewood Gardens' ...
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Avalon review score based on 984 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 984 reviews of 206 Avalon memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Avalon review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Avalon review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Avalon, CA206 facilities
8.4
Anaheim, CA0 facilities
8.4
Oxnard, CA0 facilities

Review subcategories for Avalon memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 984 reviews of 206 Avalon memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Avalon resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Avalon, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
4.0
Care services
3.5
3.6
Staff
3.7
3.8
Meals & dining
3.4
3.5
Activities
3.5
3.5
Value for cost*
3.5
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Avalon memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avalon memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avalon, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Avalon memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Avalon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.2%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.8%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.6%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.3%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.6%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.1%
62.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80.1%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Avalon memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Avalon Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.6%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.1%
27%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avalon memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Avalon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.3%
28.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.2%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
54.4%
42.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.1%
50.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Avalon memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Avalon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avalon, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.5%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
51.5%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.1%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avalon memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Avalon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avalon, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.5%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.8%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.3%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.3%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.3%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.2%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
61.2%
48.6%
Dances
Dances
36.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.1%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Avalon

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Avalon protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Golden Creek, Sunrise of Yorba Linda and Oakmont of Orange are the top-rated memory care facilities near Avalon, California. See full list of communities.
There are 253 memory care facilities near Avalon, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Avalon, California are Atria Golden Creek, Oakmont of Orange and Atria San Juan. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 253 memory care facilities near you in Avalon, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Avalon, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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