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Since my loved one (my cousin) is living independently, I don’t interact with staff much at all. When I do, they are friendly and willing to help. My cousin say food is ok and chef is trying to introduce...
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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.
Palm Court is located in a quiet suburb on the West Side and just minutes from all the entertainment, fine dining and culture that Los Angles has to offer. Allow our professional chauffeurs to whisk you away to go shopping, to medical appointments, or to your favorite place of worship. Also...
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My mother is having an amazing time at this facility. They are very clean, the food is amazing and we truly enjoying having our mother at this facility.
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.
We promise a comfortable, beautiful and luscious living. Welcome to a world where your utter satisfaction is our major goal. We are not just people promising to bring to you a wonderful life but we also make sure that you witness the bright light of the dawn. Here at Promise Assisted Living,...
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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
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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.
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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My father is doing very well since his move into Nazareth House Los Angeles. The facility is just excellent, it's clean and they're taking good care of him. So far, the only problem is that they are not very...
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.
Nazareth House is an assisted living community that is situated in a park-like setting in Los Angeles, CA. Those who are looking for a peaceful place to call home in the midst of America's second largest city and the busyness that that city possesses will find that our location is an oasis all...
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It's a very nice place, Bentley Manor by Serenity Care Health. When I went to see a friend I'd met years earlier, I became aware of it. I was impressed by how well-kept it is and how welcoming the staff is....
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.
Welcome to Bentley Manor! We are a 27-bed assisted living facility located in Los Angeles, California. We accommodate seniors who require assistance with activities of daily living in a luxurious, safe and home-like setting which enables our residents to enjoy peaceful and comfortable living.We...
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Everything that is provided for my sister-in-law has been working out. I would be nice if they would call me to give me updates. I have no complaints with how housekeeping maintains the apartment. The...
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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.
Country Terrace Assisted Living provides supportive individualized care and is conveniently located in the Museum Row area, 5 minutes away from Cedars Sinai Medical Center. Our Assisted Living has the benefit of being close to our highly ranked Terrace Skilled Nursing Healthcare Center. Our Full...
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Downey Retirement offered me peace of mind. I knew [name removed] was being cared for with people that cared for and also knew about the disease of Dementia/ALZHEIMER'S. I felt [name removed] was in the...
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.
Downey Retirement Center is located near shops, banks and restaurants. The Stonewood Mall is only blocks away. Hospital and Dr.'s medical buildings are within walking distance. Persons interested in learning more about Downey Retirement Center can call for a private, personal tour of our lovely...
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Ever since my mother moved to Lakewood Park Manor, her spirit has really come to life. Dad died a year ago and she needed to make the transition to assisted living. We’re so glad she found a new home at...
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.
Lakewood Park Manor is a fully licensed independent and assisted living facility. Situated in Downey, we feature first class accommodations and personalized service packages created for each resident. Our services include assistance with dressing, personal hygiene, medication administration, more...
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My grandmother moved in to Westmont in August and was one of the first residents. We’ve been super pleased - the building is really well designed and every member of the staff we’ve interacted with has been...
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.
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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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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
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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: 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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The director is very wonderful. If there’s a problem they help us take care of it right away. They stay in touch with us. We’re out of state so the communication is really helpful! It’s been a really good...
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: 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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Lovely people and a well maintained facility. They answer our questions and inquiries about mom’s care quickly and are always friendly and welcoming when we visit. They are caring and patient with the...
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.
The balmy Mediaterranean climate and lively culture scene of the Southern California community of Inglewood, Los Angeles County combine to make life pleasant and comfortable for residents of Westchester Villa assisted living community. Efforts by the Inglewood Cultural Arts, Inc. ensure that...
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: 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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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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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
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
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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: 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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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 West Athens, CA
The average cost of senior living in West Athens is $4,305 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bell Gardens, CA with an average of $4,285 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Athens, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Athens, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in West Athens
Recent reviews for independent living in West Athens
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.
West Athens independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Athens independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Athens, 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 West Athens 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 West Athens 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
18.2%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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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 West Athens 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 West Athens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Athens 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 West Athens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
31.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Atria Park of Pacific Palisades, Sunrise of Beverly Hills and Palos Verdes Villa are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Athens, California. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in West Athens, 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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