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Photo of Palmcrest Grand Retirement
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9.4
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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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8.7
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79 reviews
8.7
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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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11 Floor plan available
9.7
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48 reviews
9.7
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Mom tells me that people really care and that they take care of her. She's always exited to take new classes, and she is having fun with Bingo. She's in good hands! The rooms are clean, and the c staff is...
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.
Harbor Terrace was voted BEST RETIREMENT AND ASSISTED LIVING in the entire SOUTH BAY by Daily Breeze readers 2012-2013. We are family owned and our management staff has over 36 years experience. We are walking distance from unique shops, delicious restaurants, theaters, banks and open air...
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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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9.7
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Excellent service, housekeeping is great. Well kept. Enjoy the freedom I have to come and go. Beautiful place to be. Pet friendly, i have my 10 year old Bambi, staff loves. My room has an ocean view which I...
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 are located just a few minutes from the Pacific Ocean, near the 110 Freeway. Our newly remodeled 73-unit complex is equipped with all the modern amenities including air conditioning, cable TV, and security system. Our spacious rooms are equipped with an intercom system that connects each room...
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My mother was in memory care, and the staff is very friendly constant communication about what was happening with my mom. Every time they called the doctor they would notify us or if there was an issue, they...
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.
Our Cypress, California, senior living community is here to offer you the lifestyle and attention you desire in a luxurious setting designed for you. We offer Independent Living and Assisted Living options to help you or your loved one make the right choice when it comes to finding the support...
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Photo of Ivy Park at La Palma
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44 Floor plans available
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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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22 Floor plans available
9.2
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Mom loves it. Everyone is super nice. They still haven't updated her plaque on the outside of her apartment to display her name. She's been there 6 weeks, and they have done a good job of making her feel...
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.
Do more every day.If you’re looking for redefined independence in senior living, our assisted living community in Garden Grove, California, might be the right fit for you. Here you’re in control of your time and do the things you want to do. With Assisted Living, you’ll have assistance with...
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All of the staff are kind and helpful. The food is excellent. It is very clean. Administration is first rate. They are expensive.
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.
Make a lifelong commitment to living well with Clearwater at South Bay, an assisted living & memory care community in Torrance offering well-appointed apartment homes with both private and shared living options. Our community encourages residents to live a purposeful life by offering...
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Photo of Oakmont of Torrance
77 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
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Staff are very caring and do a great job. I wish management (outside the unit) maybe supported them better with more staffing and training. I do think they have some newer employees who are learning. 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.
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Photo of Ivy Park at Seal Beach
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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81 reviews
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81 reviews
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My sister in law is in Memory Care. The staff is attentive. Food is mediocre. She's in a nice private room with a suite mate next door and they share bathroom. The facility is beautiful. However I wish there...
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.
Among its other living and care options, Ivy Park at Seal Beach offers full size Assisted Living apartments if desired, complete with a kitchen, dishwasher, stackable washer/dryers, and designated resident parking spaces.
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Photo of Ivy Park at Cerritos
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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 Lakewood Park Manor
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8.5
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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...
Photo of Regency Palms Long Beach
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All of the staff are very friendly and they take really good care of the residence. They're always clean and well groomed and they help feed them. I don't have anything bad to say about the place. 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.
Welcome to Regency Palms Long Beach. Senior Living in Long Beach CA. Assisted living and memory care located in the heart of Long Beach.
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Photo of Katella Senior Living Community
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We chose Katella because of the location and size and beauty of the rooms. Nice community. I think the harder part was that my mom was a little combative and not an easy patient, and they only had so much...
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.
Katella welcomes you to a senior living community located within warm and sunny Los Alamitos in Southern California. Tastefully decorated in California Casual style throughout, Katella allows our seniors everything they need to flourish, all within comfortable and casual, yet elegant common areas...
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Photo of Regent Villa Retirement Home
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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
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.
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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Photo of Vista Del Mar Senior Living
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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...
Photo of Glen Park at Long Beach
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The staff is friendly and helpful. They are good with [name removed]. [name removed] seems to in good spirits. The main rooms are clean and kept up. They follow through on the things I talk to them about but...
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.
Glen Park Healthy Living at Long Beach is a full service Assisted Living community located very close to the shops, restaurants, and excitement of downtown. We are also 4 blocks from the Beach. And with our social activities and community outreach programs, we love to take advantage of our...
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We picked this community, for our loved one because it is very clean, with friendly people. It's a great place. I liked my tour experience.
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.
Photo of Downey Retirement Center
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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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Photo of Arbor Palms Senior Living
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44 Floor plans available
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There is new ownership and it is no longer called Arbor Palms - Anaheim Villas is the new name. I've been very pleased. I chose this place because it was the overall combination considering all factors in...
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.
Arbor Palms Senior Living is the senior living community of choice in North Orange County, offering mature adults a lifestyle that is satisfying, secure, and active. Our surroundings and environment offer the opportunity to appreciate the advantages that comes from a superior quality of...
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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
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.
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
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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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in California Heights, CA

The average cost of senior living in California Heights is $4,717 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Bernardino, CA with an average of $3,710 per month.

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

California Heights, CA
$4,717/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,629/mo
Independent Living
$4,717/mo

Independent living costs in California Heights, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,751/mo
Studio
$4,650/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,963/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,799/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.
Independent Living$4,717/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,338/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,629/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
California Heights, CA:$4,717/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
California Heights, CA:$6,338/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
California Heights, CA:$7,629/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in California Heights, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living 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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Independent living cost trends in California Heights, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living 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 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
California Heights, 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%
California Heights, 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.

What families are saying about independent living in California Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in California Heights

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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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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Terraza of Cheviot Hills Assisted Living in Los Angeles, CA

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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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California Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in California Heights independent living 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 dietary accommodations in California Heights 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 California Heights 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
26.2%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.3%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.2%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.4%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in California Heights 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 California Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
California Heights, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.4%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
37.3%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in California Heights 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 California Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.3%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.6%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.7%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.9%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.3%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
30.3%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.1%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.6%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Palmcrest Grand Retirement, Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls and Harbor Terrace Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near California Heights, California. See full list of communities.
There are 55 independent living facilities near California Heights, California. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in California Heights, California are Atria Golden Creek, Oakmont of Orange and Truewood by Merrill, West Covina. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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