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The food needs some work with more variety and keeping it warm. It's always cold. My dad complains a lot. And although my dad won't join the activities. The residents want more movie nights and holiday...
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.
Westminster Gardens in Duarte, California is a beautiful, diverse senior living community. Westminster Gardens accommodates seniors at any stage in their lives from home care to assisted living they are able to cater to all of your needs. At Westminster Gardens, your loved ones will be able to...
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My Dad was reluctant to move into assisted living. Just after a few weeks, he was dining with new friends, and participating in new activities. The community is clean and neat, and the staff is top notch!...
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.
Merrill Gardens at West Covina offers senior living just south of the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. Providing independent living, assisted living and memory care, this new community is located east of downtown Los Angeles, near shopping and dining.Merrill Gardens at West Covina is...
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wonderful service from kitchen served nice and hot. Nurses and staff are very friendly and respectful. I feel comfortable being here.
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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.
Santa Anita Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Temple City, California. Beside the community, there lies Live Oak Park, which is situated just across the road. There are also several lakes and other public and recreation parks in the vicinity. The community lies in close...
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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: 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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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...
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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
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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 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...
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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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We chose The Kensington because it was the closest to my dad so he could visit more often and they also seemed more caring up front and treated him more like a person rather than just a paycheck. They have a...
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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This is a larger community that offers my mom more movement. They have 24 staffing at the main door. They have surveillance cameras and I have peace of mind that she will not wander off. The community is...
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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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
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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.
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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My Father has only been there for over one month, I can see that the Caregivers pay attention to the patients, and give them a lot of special attention, I have seen that with my Father, my Sisters feel that...
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 Cove at San Gabriel is an intimate and caring Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our mission is to serve our residents with compassion and respect in an inviting setting; to promote their independence; and to care for their physical, medical and emotional well being. Our commitment...
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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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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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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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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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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.
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...
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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.
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
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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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Overall they do a good job here. The staff are all very friendly, and they do their best to make sure all of the residents are comfortable and cared for. However I do have some concerns when it comes to...
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.
Prospect ManorThe beautiful campus of Prospect Manor Assisted Living Community can be found in Pasadena, California. Located just over six miles from Los Angeles, the city of Pasadena has a quaint look that is known for its unique businesses, stunning homes, and quality schools. This small town...
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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.

Cost of memory care in East Pasadena, CA

The average cost of senior living in East Pasadena is $4,676 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Duarte, CA with an average of $4,507 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East Pasadena, CA vs. nearby cities

East Pasadena, CA
$4,676/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East Pasadena, CA vs. the state and national average

East Pasadena, CA
$4,676/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East Pasadena vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,676/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in East Pasadena, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,696/mo
Studio
$5,659/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,351/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,766/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,250/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in East Pasadena

Recent reviews for memory care in East Pasadena

Leisure Vale Assisted Living in Glendale, CA

5.0
Facility seems a good place for [name removed], well organized and staff are accommodating.

Brookdale North Euclid in Ontario, CA

5.0
Seems to be a good place for active seniors. We picked thic community because it was close to Upland, where our loved has been for over 35 years. A Place for Mom services are truly a gift ! [name removed] was amazing and I so appreciated being walked through the process by her to find [name ...
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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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East Pasadena review score based on 216 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 216 reviews of 54 East Pasadena memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Pasadena review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

East Pasadena review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for East Pasadena memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 216 reviews of 54 East Pasadena memory care communities. This chart helps you compare East Pasadena resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
East Pasadena, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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East Pasadena memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Pasadena memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Pasadena, 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 East Pasadena memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in East Pasadena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East Pasadena, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.8%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.6%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.4%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.4%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.8%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in East Pasadena memory care

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 East Pasadena Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Pasadena, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.4%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.1%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.3%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Pasadena memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East Pasadena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Pasadena, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.1%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in East Pasadena memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East Pasadena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.9%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Pasadena memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in East Pasadena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.2%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.4%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.9%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.1%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.2%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
33.9%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Beverly Hills, Rowntree Gardens and Studio Royale by Cogir are the top-rated memory care facilities near East Pasadena, California. See full list of communities.

There are 60 memory care facilities near East Pasadena, California. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in East Pasadena, California are Sunrise of Beverly Hills, Rowntree Gardens and Studio Royale by Cogir. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 60 memory care facilities near you in East Pasadena, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in East Pasadena, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in East Pasadena, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in East Pasadena, California ranges from $750 to $21200. The average Memory Care cost in East Pasadena, California is $4,676. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in East Pasadena, California typically starts at $750. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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