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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Gate, CA

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Photo of Vista Ridge of Watts
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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Photo of Santa Fe Apartments
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.
Photo of Concord Apartments
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.
Photo of Aspen Place Apartments-Seniors
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.
Photo of Huntington Plaza
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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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.
Photo of Wadsworth Place-CLOSED
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.
Photo of Telacu Gardens
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.
Photo of Somerset Village
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.
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Photo of Towne Square Apartments-UNLICENSED
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.
Photo of Birchcrest Apartments
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.
Photo of The Chateau of Long Beach
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Everything is going very well for my father in law at this community. He really likes it here. This is a smaller community compared to the other ones we looked at, but that is better for him so the...
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.
At THE CHATEAU, we understand that peace of mind and the quality of life are important when selecting an assisted living community. Here, residents are cared for with kindness and respect because we value and respect each individual's life experiences. We are dedicated to promoting and...
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I'm comfortable with the care she is receiving here. They have enough staff and are providing quality care. They offer activities but she is not participating. We chose this community because my mother liked...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
Southland Home is a state-of-the-art assisted living community situated in Norwalk, CA. Our luxurious community offers water features, landscaping, sprawling greenery, and a gazebo. Paved walkways and outdoor seating areas encourage residents to enjoy a breath of fresh air while relaxing and...
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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.
Photo of Molokan Resident Center(UNLICENSED)
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.
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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.
Photo of Flourishing Meadows
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.
Photo of Woodruff Care Home (DNC)
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 Parwood Apartments
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, 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.
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Photo of Golden Manor Retirement Ctr
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.
Photo of Miyako Gardens Apartments
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.
Photo of Van Nuys Apartments
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.
Photo of Harr Family Care Home
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.

Cost of independent living in South Gate, CA

The average cost of senior living in South Gate is $4,327 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Whittier-Los Nietos, CA with an average of $4,202 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Gate, CA vs. nearby cities

South Gate, CA
$4,327/mo
$4,316/mo
$4,306/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Gate, CA vs. the state and national average

South Gate, CA
$4,327/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Gate vs. other types of senior living

$4,929/mo
Independent Living
$4,327/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Gate, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,677/mo
Studio
$4,572/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,419/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,883/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in South Gate over time

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What families are saying about independent living in South Gate

Recent reviews for independent living in South Gate

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.

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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South Gate independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Gate independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Gate, 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 South Gate 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 South Gate partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Gate, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Gate 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 South Gate communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Gate, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
18.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Gate 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 South Gate offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Gate, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
25.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
19.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
15.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.7%
46.1%
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Atria Park of Pacific Palisades, Sunrise of Beverly Hills and Sunrise of Orange are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Gate, California. See full list of communities.

There are 91 independent living facilities near South Gate, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in South Gate, California are Palos Verdes Villa, Harbor Terrace Retirement Community and Sunrise of Yorba Linda. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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