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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Altadena, CA

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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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My Father has only been there for over one month, I can see that the Caregivers pay attention to the patients, and give them a lot of special attention, I have seen that with my Father, my Sisters feel that...
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.
Vista Cove at San Gabriel is an intimate and caring Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our mission is to serve our residents with compassion and respect in an inviting setting; to promote their independence; and to care for their physical, medical and emotional well being. Our commitment...
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Since my mom has been here at the care and insight has been great. The community is very, very clean and nice. My mom's room is a good size for her with a nice bathroom and dining area. I would definitely...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atherton is an independent living community located in the gorgeous city of Alhambra, CA, which is situated in Los Angeles County. The city provides a wide variety of things to do and attractions to see, from the golf courses and farmer's markets in the area to art exhibitions, this city has it...
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heritage Park is a senior housing community located in stunning Glendale, Los Angeles County, California. You'll love the convenience of living in the city centre of this sun soaked California community. No need to drive in this 'walker's paradise.' With a walk score of 95, shopping, services,...
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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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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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This place is great! Have been here for a month and the food is so well planned and taste delicious. I love the way staff is right on time for my needs . The owner and family have been very helpful and ...
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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The staff at Heritage Park at Monrovia are so easy to work with. They were so accommodating to us. They provide excellent activities. Our overall experience with this facility has been wonderful.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When you need quality and affordability in senior care apartments, you need to consider Heritage Park of Monrovia, Los Angeles County, CA. It offers a charming affordable apartment community and beautiful garden community specially designed for seniors 55 and older. The setting of Monrovia offers...
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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.
Victor Royale Adult living is an assisted living community in the lovely town of Glendale, CA. This beautiful community is situated within Los Angeles county, within easy driving distance of both the ocean and the mountains. Glendale is a great place to live with average temperatures in the 70s...
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Photo of Springfield Manor
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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The staff are friendly and they showed me around when I moved in. They offer a variety of activities including art and exercise classes. They could use come updating and the deck around the pool could use a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The award-winning Burbank Senior Artists Colony is dedicated to providing exceptional independent apartment living in a creative, art-inspired environment. Conveniently located in downtown Burbank, CA close to shopping, theaters, restaurants and transportation.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Olive Plaza Senior Apartments are designed for active seniors who desire a high quality of living at affordable prices. Olive Plaza is 183 unit apartments community that provides 1 and 2 bedroom units within an environment that promotes and invites an independent active senior lifestyle....

Cost of independent living in Altadena, CA

The average cost of senior living in Altadena is $4,238 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Duarte, CA with an average of $3,785 per month.

Independent living costs in Altadena, CA, vs. nearby cities

Altadena, CA
$4,238/mo
$4,184/mo

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

Altadena, CA
$4,238/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Altadena, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,853/mo
Independent Living
$4,238/mo

Independent living costs in Altadena, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,957/mo
Studio
$5,604/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,365/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,879/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,250/mo

Senior living costs in Altadena 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: Altadena, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAltadena, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,238/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,192/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,853/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Altadena, CA:$4,238/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Altadena, CA:$4,192/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Altadena, CA:$4,853/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Altadena, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Altadena and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Altadena, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Altadena 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Altadena, CA$4,952/mo$4,326/mo+14.5%
California$3,675/mo$3,502/mo+4.9%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Altadena, CA
2024 average cost:$4,952/mo
2023 average cost:$4,326/mo
Percent change:+14.5%
California
2024 average cost:$3,675/mo
2023 average cost:$3,502/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Altadena

Recent reviews for independent living in Altadena

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana

5.0
I have no complaints about the care my mother has been receiving at this community. The housekeeping does a great job at keeping her bedroom nicely maintained as well as the rest of the building. The staff have been very friendly and are always attentive to her needs. I overall have been very ...
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Terraza of Cheviot Hills Assisted Living in Los Angeles, CA

4.0
It has been a really good overall positive experience. They are really good at following up with me and letting me know how brother is doing. Meal preparations are really good as well. The house-keeping and laundry services are very good as well. The one thing that they can improve on is ...
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Altadena independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Altadena independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Altadena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Altadena independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Altadena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Altadena, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Altadena independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Altadena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
26.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Pasadena Highlands, North Lake Villa and Astoria Park Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Altadena, California. See full list of communities.
There are 79 independent living facilities near Altadena, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Altadena, California are Nikkei Senior Gardens by Cogir, The Villas By Astoria Park and Atria Covina. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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