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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Rancho Santa Clarita, CA

The average cost of senior living in Rancho Santa Clarita is $4,128 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Palmdale, CA with an average of $3,277 per month.

Assisted living costs in Rancho Santa Clarita, CA, vs. nearby cities

Rancho Santa Clarita, CA
$4,128/mo

Assisted living costs in Rancho Santa Clarita, CA, vs. state and national averages

Rancho Santa Clarita, CA
$4,128/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Rancho Santa Clarita, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,128/mo
$5,408/mo

Assisted living costs in Rancho Santa Clarita, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,168/mo
Private
$3,650/mo
Studio
$5,912/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,492/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,733/mo

Senior living costs in Rancho Santa Clarita 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: Rancho Santa Clarita, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRancho Santa Clarita, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,128/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,408/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,466/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Rancho Santa Clarita, CA:$4,128/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Rancho Santa Clarita, CA:$5,408/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Rancho Santa Clarita, CA:$4,466/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Rancho Santa Clarita, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Rancho Santa Clarita 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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Assisted living cost trends in Rancho Santa Clarita, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Rancho Santa Clarita 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
Rancho Santa Clarita, CA$7,107/mo$6,282/mo+13.1%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Rancho Santa Clarita, CA
2024 average cost:$7,107/mo
2023 average cost:$6,282/mo
Percent change:+13.1%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Clarita, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Rancho Santa Clarita.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rancho Santa Clarita

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rancho Santa Clarita

Sweet Home Senior Living 2 in Van Nuys, CA

5.0
My Mom spent the last year of her life at Sweet Home. I am so thankful that this was her final home. They knew how to care for at every stage. It’s hard to lose a parent. Sweet Home took care of us. The food is home cooked to the preference of each person. There are group holiday meals. Every ...
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The Cottages of Lake Balboa 1 in Los Angeles, CA

5.0
My 89 year old mother had a fall in March of 2020, at the same time COVID was rising. She went from being hospitalized, to weeks in skilled nursing, and then we needed to find a Board and Care home for her to live in. Imagine having to manage your elderly parent's care from afar because not ...
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A Caring Touch Board and Care in Chatsworth, CA

5.0
My uncle has been a resident for about 3 years. The care he receives is exceptional, not only in the objective medical criteria, but in the equally important quality of care and personal, caring atmosphere. This is like a home with caring relatives. I have had a lot of experience recently ...
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Rancho Santa Clarita review score based on 52 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 52 reviews of 23 Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rancho Santa Clarita review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Rancho Santa Clarita review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Rancho Santa Clarita, CA23 facilities
8.7
Santa Clarita, CA55 facilities
8.3
Stevenson Ranch, CA86 facilities

Review subcategories for Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living

When assisted living 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 52 reviews of 23 Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rancho Santa Clarita resident and family assisted living 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.
Rancho Santa Clarita, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.1
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rancho Santa Clarita, 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 Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Rancho Santa Clarita that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rancho Santa Clarita, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.8%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.9%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living

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 Rancho Santa Clarita Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rancho Santa Clarita, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.9%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Rancho Santa Clarita partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rancho Santa Clarita, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Rancho Santa Clarita communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rancho Santa Clarita, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rancho Santa Clarita assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Rancho Santa Clarita offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rancho Santa Clarita, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
26.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
21.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rancho Santa Clarita

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Rancho Santa Clarita protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Los Angeles Board and Care, Paradise Senior Living 1 and Sunrise at Sterling Canyon are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rancho Santa Clarita, California. See full list of communities.
There are 37 assisted living facilities near Rancho Santa Clarita, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Rancho Santa Clarita, California are Los Angeles Board and Care, Nikkei Senior Gardens by Cogir and Sunrise at Sterling Canyon. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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