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We chose this community because they had respite and they were very close to where we lived. Also, the price was good. The room sizes were adequate. The food was adequate, my mom enjoyed it. I thought this...
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.
Villa Sorrento is an assisted living community in the quiet, beautiful town of Torrance, CA. The lovely location has a moderate year round climate that is generally warm and low on humidity. Torrance is a comfortable place to live and a wonderful getaway for visitors with family at the assisted...
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Very clean facility. Are people I have come in contact with here been very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 Mom just moved into Hacienda Grande four days ago. Although a huge adjustment in her life, I think her new residence will work fine for her. The administrator in charge, Marianne Hodel, is super -...
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.
Our 24-hour staff and caregivers are sensitive to the individuality and unique needs of our residents. You will enjoy our rose garden entrance and enclosed patio.  We provide private and shared rooms with private bath, individuality controlled heat and air conditioning, and...
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Everything is going very well for my father in law at this community. He really likes it here. This is a smaller community compared to the other ones we looked at, but that is better for him so the...
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.
At THE CHATEAU, we understand that peace of mind and the quality of life are important when selecting an assisted living community. Here, residents are cared for with kindness and respect because we value and respect each individual's life experiences. We are dedicated to promoting and...
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My mother lived with our family for 18 years until she needed more help than we could provide. We found Crofton Manor and couldn't be more delighted. The team at Crofton Manor create a very home like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
When you first enter Crofton Manor Inn you see the warmth and caring of our staff and residents.  We are you answer to affordable senior living.  When you walk into our common areas, dining room and apartments you feel the ambiance of home.  You notice residents with smiles and a...
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I really like that the staff is caring, and they do provide good care, especially for the value. They don't charge you for any extra care that you need. In terms of improvement, definitely more activities...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 Redondo is an intimate and elegant assisted living facility in Long Beach, CA. We pride ourselves in providing care you can trust. Our relaxed beachside community is located blocks away from Belmont Pier, attracting residents with its warm weather, restaurants, and entertainment...
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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.
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Occasionally, the community has issues with smell. The staff could be better about communicating with the families. Sometimes, when they are training care giving staff, it seems they could be a bit more...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Carson Senior Assisted Living Carson Senior Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Carson, California, in Los Angeles County and home to over 91,000 people. Carson is a great shopping town, about 14-miles from LAX, and residents will find a lot of great stores, shops,...
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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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Quiet environment. Clean, warm and cozy like a family. Chinese meals and desserts - The senior residents enjoy.
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.
Cardinal Yu-Pin ManorCardinal Yu-Pin Manor is a large assisted living community that is located in Norwalk, CA. Norwalk is a cozy city that is a suburban city in Los Angeles. You get the cozy atmosphere Norwalk has to offer while close enough to all the big amenities in Los Angeles.The community...
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I'm comfortable with the care she is receiving here. They have enough staff and are providing quality care. They offer activities but she is not participating. We chose this community because my mother liked...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Southland Home is a state-of-the-art assisted living community situated in Norwalk, CA. Our luxurious community offers water features, landscaping, sprawling greenery, and a gazebo. Paved walkways and outdoor seating areas encourage residents to enjoy a breath of fresh air while relaxing and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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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Great friendly family own facility. Well oriented of the Dementia population. Caring people. Clean and affordable. Very reasonable and workable management
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.
Thank you for expressing interest in Karlton. We are a licensed 70-bed care center located in Orange County. Our facility has been designed for elderly persons requiring assisted living due to Alzheimer's Disease or other related disorders. We offer a secure environment with two patios and...
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I think they do a great job overall at Knott Avenue Care Center. I really appreciated how much they were able to work with me when I came to finances. They really focus on the customer service and care here....
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.
Knott Avenue Care Center is a top rated senior care nursing facility located in beautiful Buena Park, California. We pride ourselves in offering the very best in around the clock sub acute, post acute, and medically complex care. Our expert staff has the training, knowledge, and friendliness...

Cost of memory care in California Heights, CA

The average cost of senior living in California Heights is $4,971 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Park, CA with an average of $4,823 per month.

Memory care costs in California Heights, CA, vs. nearby cities

California Heights, CA
$4,971/mo

Memory care costs in California Heights, CA, vs. state and national averages

California Heights, CA
$4,971/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in California Heights, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,971/mo

Memory care costs in California Heights, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,138/mo
Studio
$5,201/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,580/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,716/mo

Senior living costs in California Heights 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: California Heights, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCalifornia Heights, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$4,971/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,090/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$4,367/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
California Heights, CA:$4,971/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
California Heights, CA:$4,090/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
California Heights, CA:$4,367/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in California Heights, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in California Heights 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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Memory care cost trends in California Heights, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in California Heights 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
California Heights, CA$7,167/mo$6,781/mo+5.7%
California$6,659/mo$6,395/mo+4.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
California Heights, CA
2024 average cost:$7,167/mo
2023 average cost:$6,781/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
California
2024 average cost:$6,659/mo
2023 average cost:$6,395/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in California Heights

Recent reviews for memory care in California Heights

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.

MorningStar of Pasadena

5.0
I would give a 5 in every category. Morningstar of Pasadena is a beautiful facility with friendly, caring and professional staff. My mother has done very well there and we feel great peace of mind knowing she is in good hands. I would highly recommend the facility.

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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California Heights review score based on 213 family reviews

7.9
Review score44 facilities213 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 213 reviews of 44 California Heights memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The California Heights 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

California Heights review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
California Heights, CA44 facilities
7.9
Signal Hill, CA48 facilities
7.9
Long Beach, CA46 facilities

Review subcategories for California Heights 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 213 reviews of 44 California Heights memory care communities. This chart helps you compare California Heights 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.
California Heights, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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California Heights memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in California Heights memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in California Heights, 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 California Heights 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 California Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
California Heights, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.5%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.3%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.7%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.8%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in California Heights 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 California Heights Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
California Heights, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.8%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.8%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.9%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.5%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in California Heights 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 California Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
California Heights, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.5%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.7%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38.6%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.7%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.7%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in California Heights 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 California Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
California Heights, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.5%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
29.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.6%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in California Heights 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 California Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
California Heights, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.5%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.9%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.1%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.9%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.2%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
22.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.6%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in California Heights

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 California Heights protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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