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Photo of Brookdale Central Whittier
77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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88 reviews
9.3
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88 reviews
5 star
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36%
3 star
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My husband was staying at the facility for a month while I was out of the country. I didn’t worry about him at all, because I knew he had been taking care of all times. Thumbs up staying. Thanks all the...
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.
Embrace Your Golden YearsSeniors of Whittier, California who are looking for an assisted living community with safe, comprehensive care and a wonderfully diverse calendar full of enriching activities and programs need look no further. Here you can immerse yourself in beautifully-decorated...
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1414 Photos available
8.5
Review score
42 reviews
8.5
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42 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
26%
3 star
9%
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2%
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My experience with Posada has been wonderful. The staff is not only kind and compassionate but also highly skilled. They treat every resident with dignity and respect, creating a warm and welcoming...
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.
At La Posada Whittier we encourage and support independence while offering assisted living in Whittier California with services personalized to meet individual needs. We believe that our residents deserve the very best personalized care possible.Lively, fun and full of surprises are how...
Photo of Rowntree Gardens
77 Photos available
8.6
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72 reviews
8.6
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72 reviews
5 star
72%
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19%
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4%
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In memory care where my FIL was, he received excellent medical care. The nursing staff was attentive and called me with updates on his medical care and needs. And the staff cared about him as a person and...
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.
Ideally located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Orange County, Rowntree Gardens is one of the area’s only licensed, not-for-profit, faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). Available on one convenient campus, we offer Acacia Independent Living, The Cedars...
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1111 Photos available
9.5
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80 reviews
9.5
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80 reviews
5 star
85%
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8%
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Crescendo has been very accommodating with my mother especially with her behaviors due to dementia. The staff is incredibly patient and kind. I feel like she is seen by them as a person rather than just a...
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.
At Crescendo Senior Living, the gentle swaying of palm trees invites you to come in, relax and stay awhile. In the heart of the beautiful city of Placentia in north Orange County, you’ll find an amazing Senior Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care community. Crescendo Senior Living is filled...
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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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58 reviews
9.9
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58 reviews
5 star
72%
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22%
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A Place for Mom was extremely helpful in setting up visits to three highly rated assisted living homes. Sunrise Senior Living of Yorba Linda was the cleanest, friendliest, and most homey facility. We...
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.
Sunrise of Yorba Linda is located in a quiet, residential community at Lakeview and Lemon. We are within steps of the new Yorba Linda Library and Cultural Center and across the street from the Yorba Linda Towne Center complete with shops, eateries and theatres. We are also within minutes of ...
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1717 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.9
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17 reviews
9.9
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17 reviews
5 star
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These numbers represent a totality of my limited experience. The facility is bright and open. There are a couple of areas which could be repaired and/or cleaned up. The staff, with very few exceptions, are...
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.
Set in the heart of Orange County, Sunrise of Orange is where superior service and tailored support come together. Our assisted living and memory care community offers an array of modern amenities, delicious dining options, and services to create a lifestyle tailored to your personal interests....
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Photo of Sunrise of Orange
1717 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.9
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17 reviews
9.9
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17 reviews
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These numbers represent a totality of my limited experience. The facility is bright and open. There are a couple of areas which could be repaired and/or cleaned up. The staff, with very few exceptions, are...
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.
Set in the heart of Orange County, Sunrise of Orange is where superior service and tailored support come together. Our assisted living and memory care community offers an array of modern amenities, delicious dining options, and services to create a lifestyle tailored to your personal interests....
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4242 Photos available
9.8
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24 reviews
9.8
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24 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
14%
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This place is incredibly clean, but at the same time as an old-fashioned quality to it. It makes it a very warm place to live. The managers are vigorous and very active, but never intrude on anybody's...
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.
The Villas By Astoria Park is a distinguished Independent Living community nestled in the heart of Pasadena, where we have been proudly serving seniors since our opening in 2001. With over 30 years of combined experience in senior care, our staff members bring a wealth of expertise and...
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1010 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.8
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49 reviews
9.8
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49 reviews
5 star
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They have treated my dad like a person not a liability with a diagnosis- I've really appreciated that. The staff is very loving and kind. We've been very happy there
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.
Oakmont of Orange is the newest premier Senior Living Community in Orange County. Our lovely retirement community is situated on a lush campus with lovely views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are close to shopping, fine dining, the arts and world-class entertainment....
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
119 reviews
9.6
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119 reviews
5 star
74%
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The community is small, the facility is small and not overwhelming for the elderly. I know they try to keep the facility clean as possible, I've seen the maintenance guy shampooing the carpet. The furniture...
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.
Atria Covina is an assisted living and memory care community located in Covina, CA in Los Angeles County. Covina is located approximately twenty-two miles east of downtown Los Angeles. Covina is located at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains, which contains the Angeles National Forest and Mount...
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Photo of Emerald Court
1818 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
45 reviews
9.5
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45 reviews
5 star
68%
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26%
3 star
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Overall experience - Could not be better. Cleanliness - Great Staff- Very friendly Quality of care - Absolutely no problems Admin staff - Helpfull and willing to do whatever is required. Meals - Very good...
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.
Experience Life at Emerald CourtEvery day at Emerald Court is a delight, with a central location close to everything and a variety of services, including wellness programs and social activities to complete the experience. Emerald Court has been in Anaheim for 28 years. Many of our staff have...
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Photo of Whittier Place Senior Living
1111 Photos available
9.2
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50 reviews
9.2
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50 reviews
5 star
58%
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I found the place to be nice cheery and clean. The staff was nice and friendly. The place had a very nice court yard for people to walk around in. I loved the court yard. The food was good for the most part...
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.
Step into Whittier Place Senior Living and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping. Sit in...
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Photo of Brookdale Brea
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
65 reviews
9.2
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65 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
35%
3 star
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They get a 10 for all areas. They have been awesome for us. Nicest staff ever. Clean. They take excellent care of my mom. Food is great and mom loves good food. Lots of activities. They take care of her...
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.
This Is HomeRemember the good ole days when you stayed up late with your friends, sharing secrets and telling stories? You spent hours together, playing games and exploring all the possibilities the world had to offer. Best of all, you experienced that sweet sense of belonging that we all crave....
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Photo of The Palms La Mirada Senior Living
2626 Photos available
3030 Floor plans available
9.2
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76 reviews
9.2
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76 reviews
5 star
64%
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27%
3 star
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Definitely the community engagement. She says the building is always comfortable temperature-wise. The maintenance and repair staff are awesome
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.
The Palms provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Bathed in the bright sun of southern California, The Palms is nestled in a very quiet suburb of Los Angeles, right next to Orange County. You'll love our friendly staff and everything there is to see and do just...
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Photo of Brookdale Anaheim
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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99 reviews
9.5
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99 reviews
5 star
47%
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Brookdale Anaheim has turned out to be a wonderful place for my mom. She is very happy there. The staff is wonderful and she loves the food and her fellow residents. They have lots of great activities and...
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.
Your Best Chapter YetIt’s time to write a new chapter of your life—and this one is going to be your best chapter yet. It includes all kinds of enriching and inspiring activities, events and excursions, freedom to rekindle a passion for former interests and discover new ones, and a community of...
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Photo of Ivy Park at La Palma
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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36 reviews
8.6
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36 reviews
5 star
69%
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I am very happy with Ivy Park La Palma. They are taking very good care of her. I'm grateful A Place for Mom helped me find her a great facility.
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of La Palma is nestled in the quiet and peaceful community of La Palma, California, in the same parking lot as La Palma Intercommunity Hospital and a medical building. Many of our residents enjoy views overlooking a lovely residential neighborhood and our beautiful gardens...
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1212 Photos available
9.1
Review score
32 reviews
9.1
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32 reviews
5 star
46%
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30%
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11%
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8%
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Staff is great. [name removed] who handles new tenants is a sweetheart of a human being and is a delight to engage with he made the process very smooth and my mother loves him. My mom enjoys the activities...
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.
Welcome to California Mission Inn! Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Rosemead, California. Make yourself at home at California Mission Inn . It's a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul. We recognize that each new...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Cerritos
55 Photos available
8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
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We had an amazing experience at Ivy Park at Cerritos. The only thing regrettable was that mom was too sick by the time she got there. She was only there for six weeks. The staff were well trained and...
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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Photo of Cogir of Brea
1717 Photos available
8.7
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4 reviews
8.7
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4 reviews
5 star
78%
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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.
***NOW OPEN*** Cadence Brea is a brand new luxury boutique senior living community. Cadence Brea is located in the heart of Brea, next to the Brea Mall and Brea Community Center near the 57/Imperial Exit.Residents will enjoy upscale amenities and services to enrich every phase of life. Discover a...
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Photo of Walnut Valley Senior Living
1212 Photos available
8.0
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42 reviews
8.0
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42 reviews
5 star
29%
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49%
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. They do offer activities, but it is limited to old people stuff, per mom. They come and clean and do laundry once a week. The place is always clean when I visit. I...
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.
Define your day, every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community with both assisted living and memory care in Walnut, California, could be right for you.  You’ll have assistance with...
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My father didn't have a lot of money for his care and for the money it was clean, he was well fed and taken care of. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other...
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.
Retirement Inn of Fullerton is located in a residential community known for its historic buildings and family-oriented events. Nearby conveniences include shopping centers, banks, churches and several medical centers. The two-story building houses 67 studios in various sizes and floor plans. All...
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55 Photos available
8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
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After searching for the perfect place for my dad we finally found Country View and it is better than we expected. The staff is amazing, friendly, attentive, and they care. My dad enjoys the food and...
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.
Country View Retirement HomeThe Country View Retirement Home can be found in beautiful, sunny West Covina, California. The city is located in Los Angeles and has a well manicured lawn and plenty of space to roam and explore the beautiful environment that surrounds our retirement community. Your...
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8.0
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17 reviews
8.0
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17 reviews
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This facility/staff is very caring for the patients and residents- it is reasonably priced, when money is definitely a budget factor. Not the most fancy, but clean and caring. When time is a factor for...
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.
Kaego's Richman Gardens Community Centers were the first in California to be built with a specially designed floor plan for those with Alzheimer's disease and memory impairment. Each care center is spread across two acres of land and offers extensive walking paths, beautiful rose gardens, and...
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8.9
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57 reviews
8.9
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57 reviews
5 star
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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.
Sunnycrest Senior Living is a warm and active, newly renovated assisted living community located in Fullerton, California across from St. Jude Hospital. Our residents and families love the friendly, close knit atmosphere we offer in addition to our exceptional care services and delicious food....
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8.5
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26 reviews
8.5
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26 reviews
5 star
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My 87-year old mother moved into the memory care unit called Evergreen in mid-[date removed] after being diagnosed with vascular dementia. The staff has been supportive, helpful and cooperative from the...
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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Cost of independent living in Whittier, CA

The average cost of senior living in Whittier is $4,214 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Puente, CA with an average of $3,871 per month.

Independent living costs in Whittier, CA, vs. nearby cities

Whittier, CA
$4,214/mo

Independent living costs in Whittier, CA, vs. state and national averages

Whittier, CA
$4,214/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Whittier, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,902/mo
Independent Living
$4,214/mo

Independent living costs in Whittier, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,001/mo
Studio
$4,876/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,320/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,599/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,248/mo

Senior living costs in Whittier vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Whittier, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhittier, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,214/mo$4,434/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,053/mo$4,287/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$4,902/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Whittier, CA:$4,214/mo
California:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Whittier, CA:$4,053/mo
California:$4,287/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Whittier, CA:$4,902/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Whittier

Recent reviews for independent living in Whittier

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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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.

Whittier independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whittier independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whittier, 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 Whittier 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 Whittier partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whittier, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.8%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
31.2%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.1%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Whittier 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 Whittier communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whittier, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
24.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.7%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whittier 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 Whittier offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whittier, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.8%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.3%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.4%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.5%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.2%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31.2%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Beverly Hills, Rowntree Gardens and Studio Royale by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whittier, California. See full list of communities.

There are 83 independent living facilities near Whittier, California. See the full list.

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

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