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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.
Clara Park Village Apartments is affordable independent living community. The Mission of Clara Park Village Apartments is to provide quality housing and care at affordable prices in communities of caring persons. While our ministry has been targeted primarily toward older adults, we have special...
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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.
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.
Thank you for your interest in FountainGlen at Pasadena Active Independent Apartment Living FountainGlen at Pasadena is nestled in the downtown Playhouse District of Pasadena designed for the active lifestyle of adults aged 55 plus…Easy access to Gold line Rapid transit systemGrocery stores and...
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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...
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: 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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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
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.
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...
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.
Huntington PlazaThe Huntington Plaza is an affordable senior housing community apartment home for ages 55 and over, situated in the tranquil town of Huntington Park, Los Angeles County, CA. The close proximity to restaurants, coffee shops, shopping districts, parks, entertainments and many more...
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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
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.
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...
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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: 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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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"Colorado Terrace caters to seniors, providing a living experience suited to you in Los Angeles, CA. One of the rewards of living in an apartment near downtown is not needing to drive everywhere you go....
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.
Beautiful,two-year-old building of apartments for seniors (at least 62 years old) Laundry Facilities Secure Parking Available Elevator Carpet Stove, Garbage Disposal, Microwave
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.
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: 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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
Cost of independent living in Monterey Park, CA
The average cost of senior living in Monterey Park is $4,303 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Temple City, CA with an average of $4,014 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Monterey Park, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Monterey Park, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Monterey Park, CA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Monterey Park
Recent reviews for independent living in Monterey Park
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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Westminster Terrace Senior Living
5.0
It's been a much better experience than I thought. Mom has been happy with the food, activities, and staff. Yes, I'd absolutely recommend to others.
Garden of Palms in Los Angeles, CA
5.0
Garden of Palms community is absolutely lovely. The meals and dining service is excellent, and they activities they have for the residents are also excellent. We would absolutely recommend this community to others.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and approachability of the staff at various communities, such as Scholl Canyon Estates, The Villas By Astoria Park, and The Oaks of Pasadena, where residents and their families appreciate the personal connections they've made with the caregivers.
Excellent dining experiences. Community reviews consistently highlight the high-quality food and dedication to accommodating dietary restrictions at communities like Ararat Gardens, The Villas By Astoria Park, and The Terraces at Park Marino, making mealtimes a daily delight for residents.
Individualized care and attention. Many families express gratitude for the personalized care offered to their loved ones at communities such as Ararat Gardens, Scholl Canyon Estates, and Astoria Park Senior Living, where staff members go above and beyond to meet the unique needs of each resident.
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Reviews for communities including Ararat Gardens, The Oaks of Pasadena, and The Terraces at Park Marino frequently mention the wide range of activities and social events that encourage residents to stay active and engaged in their communities.
Thorough communication and updates. Several families praise the consistent and transparent communication they receive from staff at communities like The Villas By Astoria Park, The Oaks of Pasadena, and Scholl Canyon Estates, ensuring everyone feels informed and involved in their loved one's care.
Clean and well-maintained living environments. Reviews for communities such as The Oaks of Pasadena, The Villas By Astoria Park, and The Terraces at Park Marino often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, providing a pleasant living experience for residents.
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Monterey Park independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monterey Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park 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 Monterey Park 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
19.6%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Monterey Park 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 Monterey Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Monterey Park, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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42.6%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monterey Park 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 Monterey Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Monterey Park, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Park of Pacific Palisades, Sunrise of Beverly Hills and Palos Verdes Villa are the top-rated independent living facilities near Monterey Park, California. See full list of communities.
There are 115 independent living facilities near Monterey Park, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Monterey Park, California are Sunrise of Beverly Hills, Palos Verdes Villa and Harbor Terrace Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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