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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 102 independent living facilities in Marlboro, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hansen, Downtown Anaheim and Anaheim Resort.
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Cost of independent living in Marlboro, CA

The average cost of senior living in Marlboro is $3,843 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chino Hills, CA with an average of $3,738 per month.

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

Marlboro, CA

$3,853/mo

Anaheim, CA

$3,856/mo

Orange, CA

$3,880/mo

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

Marlboro, CA

$3,853/mo

California state

$4,509/mo

U.S. national average

$4,024/mo

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

Assisted Living

$3,947/mo

Memory Care

$4,784/mo

Independent Living

$3,853/mo

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

Semi-Private

$2,500/mo

Studio

$3,987/mo

1 Bedroom

$4,665/mo

2 Bedroom

$6,407/mo

Senior living costs in Marlboro 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: Marlboro, CA

Column state: California

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Marlboro, CA	California	U.S.
Independent Living	$3,853/mo	$4,509/mo	$4,024/mo
Assisted Living	$3,947/mo	$4,371/mo	$4,565/mo
Memory Care	$4,784/mo	$5,275/mo	$4,803/mo

Independent Living

Marlboro, CA:$3,853/mo

California:$4,509/mo

U.S.:$4,024/mo

Assisted Living

Marlboro, CA:$3,947/mo

California:$4,371/mo

U.S.:$4,565/mo

Memory Care

Marlboro, CA:$4,784/mo

California:$5,275/mo

U.S.:$4,803/mo

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Independent living costs in Marlboro, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Marlboro 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.

Marlboro, CACA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Marlboro, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Marlboro 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

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Marlboro, CA	$3,854/mo	$4,104/mo	-6.1%
California	$3,684/mo	$3,629/mo	+1.5%
National	$3,256/mo	$3,166/mo	+2.8%

Marlboro, CA

2024 average cost:$3,854/mo

2023 average cost:$4,104/mo

Percent change:-6.1%

California

2024 average cost:$3,684/mo

2023 average cost:$3,629/mo

Percent change:+1.5%

National

2024 average cost:$3,256/mo

2023 average cost:$3,166/mo

Percent change:+2.8%

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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.

Your Guide to VA Benefits

The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.

Medicare and Medicaid

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What families are saying about independent living in Marlboro

Recent reviews for independent living in Marlboro

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 ...

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 ...

Marlboro independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marlboro independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marlboro, 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 Marlboro 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 Marlboro partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Marlboro, CANational

Nutritionist / dietician

28.1%

20.3%

Low / no sodium

42.7%

34%

No sugar

39.3%

31.4%

Vegetarian

46.1%

33.4%

Pureed meals

13.5%

7.8%

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

Marlboro, CANational

Professional chef

28.1%

36.4%

Restaurant style dining

40.4%

43.4%

Room service

32.6%

36.8%

Anytime dining

20.2%

17.2%

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

Marlboro, CANational

Activity director

41.6%

45.3%

Pet-focused programs

27%

28.3%

Community service programs

29.2%

32.7%

Devotional activities on-site

48.3%

49.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

40.4%

49.8%

Outings / off-site activities

56.2%

54.9%

Piano or organ

34.8%

43%

Arts and crafts center

22.5%

37.6%

Educational speakers / life long learning

38.2%

41.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

40.4%

47.4%

Live performances

40.4%

47.2%

Dances

18%

32.4%

Fitness center

20.2%

39.7%

Fitness classes

39.3%

46.9%

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