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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Whittier, CA
If your loved one needs memory care in South Whittier, A Place for Mom can help. With 64 memory care facilities in South Whittier, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in South Whittier incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. South Whittier memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in South Whittier, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Studio City, Los Feliz and Historic Filipinotown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Los Angeles, Torrance and Pasadena.
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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.
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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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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Great friendly family own facility. Well oriented of the Dementia population. Caring people. Clean and affordable. Very reasonable and workable management
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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.
Thank you for expressing interest in Karlton. We are a licensed 70-bed care center located in Orange County. Our facility has been designed for elderly persons requiring assisted living due to Alzheimer's Disease or other related disorders. We offer a secure environment with two patios and...
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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...
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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 dad is doing very well and I have no complaints and I have not heard anything negative from him. He has the biggest room next to dining room, activity room, and everything else. It is a fantastic room...
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.
As a well-established retirement community in Fullerton, Acacia Villas provides a warm, family-like environment in a comfortable, homey atmosphere. Acacia Villas features 66 apartments, two large living rooms with a large-screen television, an attractively landscaped central courtyard, and a...
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: 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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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: 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: 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.
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 South Whittier, CA
The average cost of senior living in South Whittier is $5,011 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Habra Heights, CA with an average of $4,648 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Whittier, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Whittier, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in South Whittier, CA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in South Whittier
Recent reviews for memory care in South Whittier
Sunrise of Yorba Linda
5.0
My 99-year-old mom wanted to age in place at home, but it reached a point where she needed something more. She moved to Sunrise in Nov. 2022 and lived there briefly – first in assisted living then reminiscence — until she passed in July.
The staff from top to bottom could not have been more ...
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Arbor Palms Senior Living in Anaheim, CA
5.0
We have had no issues at all with Arbor Palms it has been a great experience, our family is really happy and our loved one seems to be very happy. He is enjoying being able to be around other residents and the staff do a good job keeping our loved ones room really clean. Based on our experience ...
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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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South Whittier review score based on 194 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 194 reviews of 64 South Whittier memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The South Whittier 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
South Whittier review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for South Whittier 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 194 reviews of 64 South Whittier memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Whittier 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.South Whittier, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.8
3.9
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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South Whittier memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Whittier memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Whittier, 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 South Whittier 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 South Whittier that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Whittier, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.1%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.6%
47.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.3%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.7%
28.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.8%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.6%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Whittier 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 South Whittier Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Whittier, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.8%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.9%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.9%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
26%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Whittier 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 South Whittier partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Whittier, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.7%
43.6%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.7%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.9%
15.6%
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Availability of select dining options in South Whittier 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 South Whittier communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Whittier, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.6%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
39%
Room service
Room service
40.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Whittier 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 South Whittier offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Whittier, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.6%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
27.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.4%
51%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.9%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.4%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.1%
35.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
30.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.2%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rowntree Gardens, Sunrise of Beverly Hills and Meridian at Anaheim Hills are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Whittier, California. See full list of communities.
There are 64 memory care facilities near South Whittier, California. See the full list.
The 64 memory care facilities near you in South Whittier, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South Whittier, 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 South Whittier, 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 South Whittier, California ranges from $750 to $21200. The average Memory Care cost in South Whittier, California is $5,011. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in South Whittier, 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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