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Entrusting a beloved parent or relative to the care of an assisted living facility is among the most profound decisions one can face—a choice heavy with love, responsibility, and the desire for dignity in...
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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I think the staff is great very friendly. I see the same people all the time and I like them so that's great. The room size is good very good and the amenities I believe were good ones. Minor thought was...
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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The staff have been so wonderful! They went above and beyond to help make my Dad's transition as smooth as possible. They maintain consistent outreach and send me regular updates on his status. The facility...
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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What I like about the food is it taste very good it's made fresh daily and its different menu's everyday. The food is delicious to me.
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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[name removed] was lovely. & the facility was beautiful. the only drag was the contract length. I would and have recommended this facility.
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.
Trade home maintenance for more time to do what you want to do. Our independent living community in Torrance, California has several floor plans to choose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, so you’ll be able to find the just the right pet-friendly apartment to fit...
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5 on all questions. My husband Care as well as my son's needs were all addressed. Also, I was very pleased with [name removed] and 'a place for mom' 5 stars. Yes, we would recommend the community to other...
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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Good staff and management. Food quality has decreased some with a new chef. Need more Asian choices. Bad is communication is only by phone to and from staff. No group text or email. Lots of phone tag.
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.
A Sunrise Senior Living "Villa" community specializing in Assisted Living and Memory care focusing on low to moderate Alzheimer' or dementia. Rated by THE GILBERT GUIDE as the premier Assisted Living facility in California.Our resident-driven programming, meals, and surroundings were designed to...
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Staff is professional, compassionate, and reasonably timely. The facility is well appointed and always makes a very good first impression for visitors. The activities for the residents are always happening...
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.
Peninsula Pointe by Cogir is a new boutique senior living community in the Rolling Hills Estates. At Peninsula Pointe, we empower residents to live life to the fullest in the heart of the peninsula. The 87 apartment Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers an elevated retirement...
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They were quick to respond to a request for an interview and walk thru. The facility was clean and seemed very organized. But since we only stayed 2 weeks hard to rate the rest # 4-8.
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.
A Torrance, CA, community offering assisted living and memory care Convenient to medical support at Torrance Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente South Bay and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center Perfectly situated in the heart of the Palos Verdes Peninsula to allow residents, family members and friends...
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Everyone is nice and as helpful as they can be. The facility is clean, they feed them well, and if the person is an able body they have plenty of activities.
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 Sunrise of Hermosa Beach
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Very nice and accommodating. The activities are fun and the food is decent. My in laws room is really nice. Also the patio has a small view of the ocean
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.
Located just minutes from the Hermosa Beach Pier and King Harbor in Redondo Beach, Sunrise of Hermosa Beach sits right in the heart of Hermosa Beach, less than a mile from the Pacific Ocean. We pride ourselves in our wide variety of activities, our caring and compassionate team and our beautiful...
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This is such a beautiful community, with such an amazing staff. I am very satisfied with Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls. Great food Great staff Such an amazing place I highly recommend Bay Towers at Bixby...
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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Ivy Park has been a great option for us. I am pleased with their care and attention to my mother. I would absolutely 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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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My mom passed away 4 weeks ago. She lived at Oakmont for 6 months. I'm generally happy with them and not sure if there is much more we could have done about her over all health. I had a feeling they weren't...
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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My cousin did not eat their meals because he had no teeth so he only drank protein shakes and instant rice a roni that he ordered. He was bedridden for 3 years and could not get up to participate in any...
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.
Spring Senior Assisted Living is a Genesis community which conveniently located in the residential neighborhood of Torrance, CA outside of Los Angeles. Our quiet beaches stretch nearly a mile and half along the Pacific Ocean and our very safe city is well known for its low crime rates. Residents...
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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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Because of their Circle of Friends program, which is unique to Belmont Village, my mom with dementia now spends 8 to 10 hours a day out of her apartment --engaged mentally, socializing, and exercising; I...
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.
Belmont Village facility of Rancho Palos Verdes is located in a beautiful Palos Verdes peninsula residential neighborhood, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and greater Los Angeles basin. This area, which is known for its dramatic views from the Palos Verdes Hills, is convenient for our senior living...
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Heritage Pointe is fine and it is comfortable for what I need. It is a nice and quiet place and the surroundings are very nice. If it wasn't for covid, i'm sure there would be more things going on. But...
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 Pointe Home is Heritage Pointe. At Heritage Pointe, we provide our seniors, age 62 and over, with one and two bedroom apartment homes for rent in Redondo Beach, CA. Our community is located near a variety of area conveniences such as parks, restaurants, grocery stores, and pharmacies....
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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
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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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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
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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.
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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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...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Of all the area’s retirement communities,The Daily Breeze has given The Canterburya “South Bay's Best” Award for years. Experience the freedom of an active life in the lush, rolling hills of Rancho Palos Verdes. With the Pacific as a backdrop, The Canterbury’s ideal location is surpassed only by...
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It was an extremely good price value for the care my mother received at Vista Del Sol. The place was always clean, she got good meds and medical care, and she was left alone which is what she prefers. ...
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.
Vista Del Sol Health Services and its continuum of health services has been a vital part of the West Los Angeles Healthcare community since 1980, providing a full spectrum of care for geriatric clients and their families.·          Assisted Living
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Westmont of Culver City had extremely helpful, knowledgeable and compassionate staff. Apartment sizes are excellent. Washer and dryer in the unit was a huge plus. Entire building and all units as well as...
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.
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It is brand new, and amazing array of activities, good food. It is expensive but family members opted to pay a significantly higher amount(additional care services, often included in base amount at other...
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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Cost of independent living in Gardena, CA

The average cost of senior living in Gardena is $4,320 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vernon, CA with an average of $4,288 per month.

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

Gardena, CA
$4,320/mo
$4,425/mo
$4,408/mo

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

Gardena, CA
$4,320/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,866/mo
Independent Living
$4,320/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,694/mo
Studio
$6,215/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,868/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,077/mo

Senior living costs in Gardena 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: Gardena, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGardena, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,320/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,173/mo$4,369/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,866/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Gardena, CA:$4,320/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Gardena, CA:$4,173/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Gardena, CA:$4,866/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Gardena, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gardena 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
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Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gardena, CA$4,925/mo$5,243/mo-6.1%
California$3,675/mo$3,502/mo+4.9%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Gardena, CA
2024 average cost:$4,925/mo
2023 average cost:$5,243/mo
Percent change:-6.1%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Gardena

Recent reviews for independent living in Gardena

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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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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Gardena independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gardena independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gardena, 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 Gardena 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 Gardena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gardena, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Gardena 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 Gardena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gardena, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gardena 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 Gardena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gardena, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Palos Verdes Villa, Sunrise of Beverly Hills and Harbor Terrace Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gardena, California. See full list of communities.
There are 61 independent living facilities near Gardena, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gardena, California are Palos Verdes Villa, Nikkei Senior Gardens by Cogir and Harbor Terrace Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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