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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.
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.
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.
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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All the staff that I have spoken to or interacted with has been professional and very helpful. I feel that my grandma will be safe and taken care of. The management staff has been outstanding.
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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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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.
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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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[Removed] and the staff are all very nice and take very good care of my dad. The place is not fancy but it's clean and the price was just right for our budget. We are very pleased!
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.
We are located in the heart of the Inland Empire, just off of Interstate 10 in the city of Rialto. We are located right next door to the lovely Rialto Senior Center and are located just minutes from 6 major hospitals. We are located nearby to a variety of shopping and restaurants as well. We...
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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.
Vintage GardensVintage Gardens is a senior housing community located in West Covina, Los Angeles County, CA. Enjoy beautiful California weather all year and take in the beautiful backdrop of sunny California. Covina is also a great location for shopping, entertainment community activities, and...
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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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My sister loves Country Village Apartments the pool is wonderful. At the moment another pool is being added to the community. I help my sister with the cooking we prepare our own meals and have a wonderful...
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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.
Located in beautiful and pristine Mira Loma, Riverside County, CA, Country Village Apartments provides one of kind senior housing experience that focuses on elderly care and everything involved with such. With beautiful backdrop of Mira Loma, this is the perfect location for any elder care center...
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My mom seems to have adjusted well since being relocated here. She was in a nice community prior but it was too far away and this one was a little closer to me so I moved here. So far everything seems to be...
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.
The Arcadia Royale is ideally located fifteen minutes away from the Santa Anita Racetrack, the L.A. Arboretum, the Santa Anita Fashion Park, the Arcadia Methodist Hospital, and literally hundreds of doctor's offices including many specialists. The Arcadia Royale strives to make all of their...
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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.
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.
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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.
A new life of elegance, independence and reliability is waiting for you at Jeffrey Court Apartment Homes. Here, in this exclusive neighborhood for discerning individuals, you'll find comfort, convenience and amenities to assure a perfectly satisfying way of life. Jeffrey Court apartment homes...
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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, 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.
The Arcadian Retirement Center, centrally located in Arcadia, California, specializes in assisted living care for the elderly. The Arcadian realizes the importance of providing the highest quality of care while keeping the cost affordable during these tough economic times. We emphasize 'Quality...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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.
Provides: Home Care, Senior Apartments
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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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.
Garfield Care Garfield Care Center is a large assisted living community that is located in Pasadena, CA. The community consists of apartment living style homes. With Garfield Care Center, you get all the perks of living in the big city but you get your own little community environment. At...
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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.
Castle View Retirement Estates Castle View Retirement Estate is an assisted living community based in beautiful Pasadena, CA. This community is surrounded by lush trees and wooded areas, leaving nature to greet our residents at every turn. Pasadena is one of the most scenic, residential areas in...
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It's a very exclusive place, but the staff is wonderful and the amenities are excellent. Parking is a bit of a hassle.
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.
Beauty. Art. History. And tradition. These are the hallmarks of Pasadena, one of California’s true gems. In the heart of this dynamic city is a place where you can renew your passion for culture and community every day. Welcome to Villa Gardens – Pasadena’s choice for premier full-service...

Cost of independent living in El Mirage, CA

The average cost of senior living in El Mirage is $3,593 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Bernardino, CA with an average of $3,055 per month.

Independent living costs in El Mirage, CA, vs. nearby cities

El Mirage, CA
$3,593/mo
$4,111/mo

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

El Mirage, CA
$3,593/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in El Mirage, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,210/mo
Independent Living
$3,593/mo

Independent living costs in El Mirage, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,546/mo
Studio
$4,903/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,493/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,366/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$10,170/mo

Senior living costs in El Mirage 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: El Mirage, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEl Mirage, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,593/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,243/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,210/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
El Mirage, CA:$3,593/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
El Mirage, CA:$3,243/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
El Mirage, CA:$5,210/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in El Mirage, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in El Mirage 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
El Mirage, CA$3,698/mo$3,662/mo+1.0%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
El Mirage, CA
2024 average cost:$3,698/mo
2023 average cost:$3,662/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in El Mirage

Recent reviews for independent living in El Mirage

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

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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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The Terraces at Park Marino in Pasadena, CA

5.0
My house keeper is amazing she is so friendly and always good at what she does. The front desk staff is always kindly and willing to help me when is needed. The food is great and the kitchen staff is amazing. I have no complaints they get you what you want & need. 10/10

Country View Assisted Living in West Covina, CA

4.3
They could use more staff. The existing staff are all super hard working and quality caregivers. The facility is old but clean. I go often, at least weekly and it is always clean. Some meals are done well, but too often I see hot dogs, or lunch meat on white bread and chips served at ...
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El Mirage independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Mirage independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in El Mirage, 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 El Mirage 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 El Mirage partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
El Mirage, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in El Mirage 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 El Mirage communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
El Mirage, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Mirage 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 El Mirage offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
24.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Villas At San Bernardino, Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga and Citrus Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near El Mirage, California. See full list of communities.
There are 308 independent living facilities near El Mirage, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in El Mirage, California are Villas At San Bernardino, Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga and Citrus Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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