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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Downey, CA

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Lakewood Park Manor truly cares about its residents. From the warm, attentive staff to the great food and fun events, I knew this was the perfect place for my parents. Highly recommend for people who want...
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.
Lakewood Park Manor is a fully licensed independent and assisted living facility. Situated in Downey, we feature first class accommodations and personalized service packages created for each resident. Our services include assistance with dressing, personal hygiene, medication administration, more...
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This is an absolutely wonderful facility. The staff is consistently friendly. the atmosphere is vibrant with activities and the residents are happy.
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.
Highland Manor Assisted Living - Board and Care is a distinguished senior living community nestled in Los Angeles County. As an approved Residential Care Facility participating in the Assisted Living Waiver Program, we proudly extend our services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries, ensuring access to...
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I've enjoyed living at Hollenbeck Palms for 17 years now. I like the fact that it's a one-off, not part of a chain. It's not-for-profit. I can go to the President/CEO's office and have a chat. It's like a...
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.
A Retirement Oasis Since 1890Hollenbeck Palms, set in a garden campus of eight and a half acres, is the premier retirement destination for seniors living in the Greater Los Angeles area. For over a hundred and thirty years, Hollenbeck has catered to the residential living, assisted living,...
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They were helpful, kind and they listened when we had concerns. I would recommend Palmcrest and as a matter of fact a Place for mom.
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.
Palmcrest Grand is a private retirement and Assisted Living Residence, as well as a separate newly renovated Memory Care Community. It is spacious, modern, licensed and offers a complete range of facilities that provide for the necessities and pleasure which make life comfortable and exciting....
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My mother received full-care services at Ivy Park La Palma, including transfers with a Hoyer lift, feeding, changing, and all of her daily care needs. The staff was incredibly compassionate, attentive, and...
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of La Palma is nestled in the quiet and peaceful community of La Palma, California, in the same parking lot as La Palma Intercommunity Hospital and a medical building. Many of our residents enjoy views overlooking a lovely residential neighborhood and our beautiful gardens...
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The overall experience has been wonderful. [name removed] is super kind and incredibly helpful. The whole staff has worked together to really help [name removed] acclimate. The room is clean and the whole...
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.
Embrace Your Golden YearsSeniors of Whittier, California who are looking for an assisted living community with safe, comprehensive care and a wonderfully diverse calendar full of enriching activities and programs need look no further. Here you can immerse yourself in beautifully-decorated...
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I would give all categories a 5 with the exception of the activities, only because my dad has no interest in participating in the activities so I don't know how well they do. The overall experience of 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.
Step into Whittier Place Senior Living 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. Sit in...
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The entire staff from the administration to the assisted-living care providers have been absolutely fantastic. The only issue we've experienced is that my father's room had some paint and flooring that...
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.
Bixby Knolls Towers is located in Long Beach, California and has the perfect outdoor setting for any senior who wants a relaxing environment, filled with wildlife sounds, large trees, and green grass. Residents can take a stroll through our spacious yard, enjoying the beauty that our assisted...
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Sakura is a casual, homey place with a very friendly, polite and helpful staffs toward residences and visitors. The meals are balanced and cleanliness is acceptable. My mom is trying some of the 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.
Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles is a long-established senior community that aims to be a paradise for Japanese seniors. Boasting a luxurious, full-service retirement community, Sakura Gardens serves residents in Independent Living, Assisted Living, as well as Memory Care. Our grounds consist of a...
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Brittany House is bright and clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Embarking on life's journey, Brittany House is your destination for compassionate care. Our innovative approach seamlessly combines the comforts of retirement living with the specialized support of skilled nursing, specifically tailored for those with Alzheimer's and related dementias. Our...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Cerritos
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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 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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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
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.
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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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
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.
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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Having your own room is good. The time it takes for care givers to get to my mom is awful. Sometimes it takes 30 minutes to an hour for them to get to her to take her to the bathroom and it could take that...
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.
When you turned 70, did your passions fade? We didn’t think so. Family. Hobbies. Travel. If anything, age strengthens those interests. But as you get older, you sometimes need a little help. At our Assisted Living community in Whittier, California, just southeast of Los Angeles, you’ll have...
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It's an older facility, could use some refresh/updates but we were happy with her care. I thought the gentleman who assisted us with getting her on Scan from Kaiser to save her money was a god send.
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.
Lakewood Gardens specializes in caring for individuals with Alzheimer's and other related Dementias by providing your loved one with a safe and cheerful environment designed to ensure their comfort. Tenderness and compassion along with specialized assistance and supervision are provided 24-hours...
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They have raised the price 2 years in a row, $[removed] each year! It's getting very hard to pay for in my situation. It always seems clean whenever I'm there, it doesn't smell like I've experienced in other...
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a...
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They're not always good at returning my calls in a timely manner. Overall though, I like them a lot and they really seem to care about their clients.
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.
Downey Retirement Center is located near shops, banks and restaurants. The Stonewood Mall is only blocks away. Hospital and Dr.'s medical buildings are within walking distance. Persons interested in learning more about Downey Retirement Center can call for a private, personal tour of our lovely...
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What we like the most about the community is that it is clean and the there is lots of patience from care givers to the residents. The residents are well cared for. Yes, we would recommend Oakmont of...
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 Whittier is a premier senior community conveniently located in the heart of Whittier California. Here, a rewarding lifestyle promotes independence which is enhanced by comprehensive support tailored to suit your needs.Oakmont Senior Living is a recognized leader in the retirement...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Regent Villa Retirement Home and the overall experience was good. I would recommend Regent Villa Retirement Home to others. However, The water heater and the air...
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.
Regent Villa Retirement HomeRegent Villa Retirement Home in Long Beach, CA is a quiet, peaceful assisted living community. The community features balconies that allow you to enjoy the view of the surrounding greenery. The neighborhood itself offers plenty of fun and activities while still...
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We are very happy with our choice of VDM for mom. The staff is very caring and always seems to be on top of things. Right now her care needs are on the low side but, if her needs increase, we are...
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.
Vista Del Mar is a warm and inviting retirement community with the best in assisted living in Long Beach. Our large corner campus affords us the luxury of providing many hotel-like amenities for our residents and their families. Our resident accommodations are the most spacious of any in the...
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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
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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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
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.
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
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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.

Cost of memory care in Downey, CA

The average cost of senior living in Downey is $7,629 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Bernardino, CA with an average of $6,282 per month.

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

Downey, CA
$7,629/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,629/mo

Memory care costs in Downey, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,509/mo
Studio
$7,821/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,339/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,091/mo

Senior living costs in Downey 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: Downey, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDowney, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$7,629/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,338/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,717/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Downey, CA:$7,629/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Downey, CA:$6,338/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Downey, CA:$4,717/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Downey, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Downey 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 Downey, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Downey 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
Downey, CA$7,427/mo$6,998/mo+6.1%
California$6,924/mo$6,714/mo+3.1%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Downey, CA
2024 average cost:$7,427/mo
2023 average cost:$6,998/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
California
2024 average cost:$6,924/mo
2023 average cost:$6,714/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Downey

Recent reviews for memory care in Downey

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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Downey review score based on 16,040 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 16040 reviews of 439 Downey memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Downey 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

Downey review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Downey, CA439 facilities
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Review subcategories for Downey 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 16,040 reviews of 439 Downey memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Downey 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.
Downey, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.3
Staff
4.7
4.6
Meals & dining
4.4
4.2
Activities
4.5
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Downey memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Downey memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Downey, 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 Downey 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 Downey that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Downey, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.7%
56.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.4%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
52.6%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.3%
63.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.5%
24.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.6%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.5%
65%
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 Downey 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 Downey Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Downey, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.3%
65.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.1%
39.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.3%
61.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13%
23.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Downey 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 Downey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Downey, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.7%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.8%
38.7%
No sugar
No sugar
20.5%
35.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.6%
45.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
19.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Downey 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 Downey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Downey, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.7%
27.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.8%
34.5%
Room service
Room service
17.5%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
19.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Downey 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 Downey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Downey, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.9%
39.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.9%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.2%
24.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.3%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.4%
53.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.1%
34%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.6%
31.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.3%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
41%
Dances
Dances
12.9%
27.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.5%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.6%
39.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Downey

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Lakewood Park Manor, Highland Manor Assisted Living and Hollenbeck Palms, a CCRC are the top-rated memory care facilities near Downey, California. See full list of communities.
There are 38 memory care facilities near Downey, California. See the full list.
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The best memory care facilities near you in Downey, California are Oakmont of Orange, Atria Newport Plaza and Brookdale Anaheim. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 38 memory care facilities near you in Downey, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Downey, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Downey, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Downey, California ranges from $3000 to $16500. The average Memory Care cost in Downey, California is $7,629. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Downey, California typically starts at $3000. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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