10 Best Independent Living Communities in Avalon, CA

Q: What are the top-rated independent living facilities near Avalon, California?

Atria Golden Creek , Oakmont of Orange and Westminster Terrace Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Avalon, California. See full list of communities.

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in California is $4,144, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Avalon area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

Independent Living Facilities near Avalon

Cost of independent living in Avalon, CA

The average cost of senior living in California is $4,144 per month as compared to $3,532 in the United States.

Senior living costs in California vs. 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 state: California

Column national: U.S.

Column costDifference: Cost difference

Community type	California	U.S.	Cost difference
Independent Living	$4,144/mo	$3,532/mo	17.3% above national median
Assisted Living	$6,307/mo	$5,909/mo	6.7% above national median
Memory Care	$7,557/mo	$7,121/mo	6.1% above national median

Independent Living

California:$4,144/mo

U.S.:$3,532/mo

Cost difference:17.3% above national median

Assisted Living

California:$6,307/mo

U.S.:$5,909/mo

Cost difference:6.7% above national median

Memory Care

California:$7,557/mo

U.S.:$7,121/mo

Cost difference:6.1% above national median

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Independent living costs in Avalon, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Avalon 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 Avalon, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Avalon 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

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Avalon, CA	$4,630/mo	$4,425/mo	+4.6%
California	$3,916/mo	$3,864/mo	+1.4%
National	$3,416/mo	$3,319/mo	+2.9%

Avalon, CA

2024 average cost:$4,630/mo

2023 average cost:$4,425/mo

Percent change:+4.6%

California

2024 average cost:$3,916/mo

2023 average cost:$3,864/mo

Percent change:+1.4%

National

2024 average cost:$3,416/mo

2023 average cost:$3,319/mo

Percent change:+2.9%

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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.

Your Guide to Paying for Care

Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.

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What families are saying about independent living in Avalon

Recent reviews for independent living in Avalon

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 ...

Atria San Juan in San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0

My Dad moved into Atria San Juan. The past year he has declined dramatically. Basically not doing anything at home. We moved him into a Studio. His life is back. He is out everyday. Sitting outside watching the golfers next door. Always sitting with other residents. Eating good meals. He lives ...

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 ...

Avalon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avalon independent living 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 dietary accommodations in Avalon 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 Avalon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Avalon, CANational

Nutritionist / dietician

26.2%

18.1%

Low / no sodium

38.1%

30.5%

No sugar

34.5%

27.4%

Vegetarian

43.5%

29.8%

Pureed meals

14.2%

9.9%

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Availability of select dining options in Avalon 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 Avalon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Avalon, CANational

Professional chef

36.4%

32.2%

Restaurant style dining

38.3%

Room service

37.2%

32.7%

Anytime dining

22.9%

15.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Avalon 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 Avalon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

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Activity director

41%

39.8%

Pet-focused programs

23.3%

25.1%

Community service programs

25.5%

29.2%

Devotional activities on-site

44.2%

41.6%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

42.9%

43.3%

Outings / off-site activities

49.6%

47.4%

Piano or organ

36.5%

37.8%

Arts and crafts center

32.6%

34.2%

Educational speakers / life long learning

37.2%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

41.8%

41.6%

Live performances

42.2%

41.3%

Dances

30.3%

29.4%

Fitness center

31.5%

35.2%

Fitness classes

41.4%

40.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Golden Creek, Oakmont of Orange and Westminster Terrace Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Avalon, California. See full list of communities.

There are 266 independent living facilities near Avalon, California. See the full list.

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The best independent living facilities near you in Avalon, California are Atria Golden Creek, Oakmont of Orange and Atria San Juan. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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