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10 Best Nursing Homes in Carson, CA

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My loved one was a resident at Silverado Beach Cities and our experience here at this facility was good overall. The main reason for the lower rating would be the facility itself. It is still too much like a...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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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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Due to our loved ones health she was not really able to leave to tour the facility and interview with the director, so she came out to our house to assess our loved one and to us that really showed genuine...
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.
Glen Park Healthy Living at Long Beach is a full service Assisted Living community located very close to the shops, restaurants, and excitement of downtown. We are also 4 blocks from the Beach. And with our social activities and community outreach programs, we love to take advantage of our...
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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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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
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.
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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What we like the most about Cogir of South Bay is the beautiful building and facilities, welcoming staff, good food and nice residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families who based on...
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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My mother lived with our family for 18 years until she needed more help than we could provide. We found Crofton Manor and couldn't be more delighted. The team at Crofton Manor create a very home like...
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.
When you first enter Crofton Manor Inn you see the warmth and caring of our staff and residents.  We are you answer to affordable senior living.  When you walk into our common areas, dining room and apartments you feel the ambiance of home.  You notice residents with smiles and a...
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Very clean facility. Are people I have come in contact with here been very friendly and helpful. Would highly 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.
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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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My Mom just moved into Hacienda Grande four days ago. Although a huge adjustment in her life, I think her new residence will work fine for her. The administrator in charge, Marianne Hodel, is super -...
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.
Our 24-hour staff and caregivers are sensitive to the individuality and unique needs of our residents. You will enjoy our rose garden entrance and enclosed patio.  We provide private and shared rooms with private bath, individuality controlled heat and air conditioning, and...
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Occasionally, the community has issues with smell. The staff could be better about communicating with the families. Sometimes, when they are training care giving staff, it seems they could be a bit more...
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.
Carson Senior Assisted Living Carson Senior Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Carson, California, in Los Angeles County and home to over 91,000 people. Carson is a great shopping town, about 14-miles from LAX, and residents will find a lot of great stores, shops,...
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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
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.
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I really like that the staff is caring, and they do provide good care, especially for the value. They don't charge you for any extra care that you need. In terms of improvement, definitely more activities...
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.
Villa Redondo is an intimate and elegant assisted living facility in Long Beach, CA. We pride ourselves in providing care you can trust. Our relaxed beachside community is located blocks away from Belmont Pier, attracting residents with its warm weather, restaurants, and entertainment...
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My grandmother came to Catered Manor after knee surgery from Lakewood Regional. Though there were times staffing seemed short, the nursing staff was very attentive and took great care of her. My grandmother...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Catered Manor, provides a complete and comprehensive program consisting of Physical, Occupational, Speech and Respiratory Therapy Services. Each resident will receive a comprehensive assessment to determine his or her rehabilitational needs. Our rehabilitation team will review this assessment...
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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.
Santa Fe Convalescent Hospital is a modern facility that emphasizes quality, compassionate healthcare. We are a 24-hour skilled nursing facility and look forward to assisting our patients around the clock. Our rehabilitation and respiratory therapy include physical therapy, occupational therapy,...
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Pacific Care Nursing Center endeavors to aid patients in regaining their independence by offering comprehensive therapies and treatments designed to help them return to their prior level of functioning. A variety of therapies are available, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies;...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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.
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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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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Carson, CA

The average cost of senior living in Carson is $4,980 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardena, CA with an average of $4,909 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Carson, CA vs. nearby cities

Carson, CA
$4,980/mo
$4,992/mo
$4,959/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Carson, CA vs. the state and national average

Carson, CA
$4,980/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Carson vs. other types of senior living

$4,939/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,980/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Carson, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,755/mo
Studio
$5,922/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,898/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,841/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Carson over time

Carson, CACA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Carson

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Carson

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.

Brookdale Ocean House in Santa Monica, CA

4.2
The community is sometimes short on staff. The Executive Director always has an open door to discuss things with anybody. They have activities available for the residents and some include: bridge, blackjack, mahjong and more for the residents.

Carson nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carson nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Carson nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Carson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carson, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.4%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.6%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.6%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.6%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.1%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.6%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.1%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.5%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carson nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Carson Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carson, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.2%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carson nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carson, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.8%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.1%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Carson nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carson, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.9%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carson nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Carson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carson, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.2%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
39.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
31%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.9%
0.4%
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