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Assisted living costs in San Fernando average about $4,488 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 237 communities in San Fernando. Our detailed directory has 1704 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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I am very pleased with the care my father receives at Los Angeles Board and Care. The staff provides genuine, heartfelt attention that makes him feel valued every day. The clean, safe environment, combined...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Since our establishment in 2018, the Los Angeles Board and Care has been at the forefront of providing exceptional care in the assisted living sector. Our foundation is built on a commitment to offering a supportive and nurturing environment for seniors, where high-quality care goes hand in hand...
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My mom is 93 with slight case of dementia and needs 24/7 care as she likes to get up middle of night for multiple bathroom calls. This condition basically wiped out all our past 24/7 in-home caregivers as...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Ardenville Home Care is a residential home care facility for the elderly located in Burbank, California. At Ardenville, we specialize in personal care, so your loved one is always treated well. Our goal at Ardenville is to ensure you and your loved one are our number one priority, while always...
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Paradise Senior Living has been a safe haven for caring for my mother during a very difficult period. The house is very clean with a lovely backyard. The food is excellent and the level of care is above...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Paradise Senior Living is designed to deliver nurturing care in a stimulating environment. The physical, emotional, and spiritual welfare of our residents is always our first consideration. Our mission is to provide compassionate and supportive care for seniors in a positive settings.
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[name removed] was our liaison and he was very friendly. Very informative. Family friendly. They need to be more diligent with bathroom, bedroom. Trash especially. From what I've heard, the food is great and...
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.
Located in the heart of Valencia, Sunrise at Sterling Canyon is situated next door to Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital, across the street from Granary Square and just blocks away from Valencia Town Center Mall. Sunrise at Sterling Canyon sits just around the corner from the beautiful Vista...
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The workers are always ready to help with a smile. The meals are good, and the home is warm and clean. I feel secure and cared for here, and I couldn’t ask for more. Living here feels like being part of a...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
"Alalik Care Home assessed living is part of a continuum of long term care service that provides a combination of housing, personal care services, and health care designed to respond to individuals who need assistance with normal daily activities in a way that promotes maximum Independence."
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Nikkei Senior Gardens is an absolutely lovely facility! My mother is so happy to be staying at such a nice, peaceful place where the entire staff is very friendly, enthusiastic and always eager to help. As a...
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.
Nikkei Senior Gardens. Created for you.Nikkei Senior Gardens is located in the city of Arleta, a quiet residential community in the San Fernando Valley. This vibrant neighborhood serves as a multicultural assisted living community for those seeking a bit of extra help to maximize their...
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All fives. Atria is heaven sent. Actually, the staff gets a 10. They are the most compassionate people-- angels all of them. I highly recommend Atria. I can't speak to value because I don't have a frame of...
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.
Located in the Santa Clarita Valley, just north of Los Angeles with easy access to the 405 Freeway, Atria Santa Clarita is a vibrant community where seniors benefit from a simplified lifestyle, with discreet support from a 24-hour staff. In addition to independent and assisted living options,...
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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.
It’s maintenance-free living at its best.At our CCRC community (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in Northridge, California, you can redefine your independence with more time for what you want to do. With four levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted living, memory...
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The entire staff were amazing. They knew this was a very difficult time for me and provided excellent care for my mother. Filled with compassion, understanding, friendliness and most importantly honesty.
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.
Encino Terrace Senior Living strives to ease the life of each resident, providing a worry-free environment. Taking care of a home with all of these responsibilities, can become tiring and quite overwhelming. The goal of Encino Terrace Senior Living is that you enjoy your home and all of the...
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Staff is very friendly. My comments are dealing with my experience in memory care where activities can be more. It's seems like the rest of the non memory care facility has more activities and food options....
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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Our 100 yr old mom has been living in memory care at Pacifica Senior Living since [date removed]. We can't say enough about our outstanding experience with the facility and staff. She's been in the same...
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.
Northridge Valley Senior Living -We Put the CARE in Memory Care' identifies us for a reason! Our roots go back more than 20 years. Our Memory Care Only community was defined and established as a labor of love with a single focus to serve our precious seniors with dementia to the best of our...
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Savant Burbank East is a wonderful place! The location is great, and the staff treated us with such kindness. [name removed] was so sweet, and my mom immediately felt how cozy and nice the community is....
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.
Assisted Living For The Elderly Where We Offer Personal Comfort To Everyone In The Family.   During our 20+ years of offering affordable assisted living, we have helped our residents and their families feel comfortable with our care and their situations.  We do this with a style of...
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We are getting slowly and surely adjusted to the new system and the new environment The people are nice, helpful and friendly. It has almost been [date removed] now that we are here at Atria Tarzana. This...
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.
Discover the elegance of a resort community with style and sophistication, right in the heart of Tarzana. Our goal is to provide residents a comfortable lifestyle that encourages independence and personal freedom, enhances well-being, and promotes strong connections to family, friends and...
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I would highly recommend The Gardens at Park Balboa. The staff is always so nice. I think my mom's only complaint is that she wishes the activities were more varied.
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 The Gardens at Park Balboa(G.P.B), an Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care residence in Van Nuys, CA. Our California lifestyle community is located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, just blocks away from 2 major hospitals, and convenient to all freeways. The Gardens has...
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The interior needs an update. The experience was better than expected. Based on comparison to other facilities the price was good for what you get. They did seem a bit short staffed. Disappointed they didn't...
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.
Here you’ll have the right care at the right time.If you’re looking for an assisted living community where you can redefine your independence with a little bit of help, then our community in Chatsworth, California, might be the right fit for you.  Maybe you’ve always wanted to learn how to...
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A large 5 to "All" of your categories. Sweet Home should be a "Model" for board & care facilities!! They treat the residents with care and compassion. They provide a clean environment, large outdoor patio...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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The community is beautiful, similar to a 5 star resort inside and out. The staff are kind, friendly and the individual care is outstanding. Perhaps they could improve on the food by having a chef that makes...
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.
Located in the serene foothills of the San Fernando Valley, Aegis of Granada Hills offers residents personalized assisted living care with an 'at home' touch. Our beautifully designed community consists of 46 assisted living apartments and 35 apartments for residents with Alzheimer's disease or...
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Savant of Burbank West has been a wonderful place for my parents! They get to stay together and are truly happy here. The activities keep them engaged, and the staff is so gentle and caring. Highly recommend
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.
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The people at The Lighthouse were caring and they really did try to make the community feel like a home environment. The staff members looked out for each other and for all of the residents, they really did...
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.
The Lighthouse is a premier assisted living community located in the sunny southern California town of Toluca Lake. Residents enjoy a wondrous view of the towering tree-covered Mount Olympus. Other nearby attractions like Universal Studios and the Los Angeles Zoo make the Lighthouse an ideal...
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My mom was moved from a distant large facility to Karen's Board & Care (KC&C - Tuba location) a few months ago. The larger facility had been a good transition from living in her own home. But by 6 yrs post...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Here at Karen's Board and Care I we pride ourselves with treating your loved ones with the respect and dignity they deserve. Here our residents can enjoy their homes in a nice and quiet neighborhood. We have 3 locations all located in sunny California. Whether it's Northridge, Encino or Lake...
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This facility is met my individual needs in many ways. First as a residential care facility. Second, a close facility to home at 3.8 miles away. Third, very clean and well organized. The staff is friendly...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Spacious and clean facility provides supervision and assistance with activities of daily living. Coordination of services by outside healthcare providers monitoring of residents activities to help and ensure their well being and safety. Assistance includes administration of medications by a...
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Mom moved in to Hollywood Healthy Living a little over 9 months ago when her health was failing. She has received the very best, most respectful support and care through her Parkinson’s Disease and Dementia....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Hollywood Healthy Living is a 6 bed residential facility located on the border of North burbank and Sun Valley, right off the exit of Hollywood Way. Located in a beautiful,quite neighborhood on top of the hill. While sitting on the porch you have breathtaking views of Burbank, San Fernando...
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Life here is certainly different but in good way. The best is friendly residents. The staff is helpful plus. They do their best for you. Love not having to clean, shop or cook. No cleanup. Many very good 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.
Discover a spectacular retirement living right in your own backyard. Set in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, at The Village at Sherman Oaks you’ll enjoy Independent and Assisted living services as it should be: A beautiful setting with all of the features and amenities you could hope for...
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All 5s. We were grateful for the initial list of homes as well as the guidance provided in negotiating with the care givers and finally, with checking in and following up once my mom was settled in. And none...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
ESTAR Residential Care has taken over ownership of the facility formerly known as Valley Guest Home. Our management staff is in the medical profession, and co-partners with a reputable home health service operating in the San Fernando Valley area. Our care staff has over ten years of experience;...
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A wonderful place. [name removed] was our spirit guide, the caretakers, the staff.....so wonderful. My father entered tail ed of Nov, and died on Dec 19, the tr at Foothill.was so generous with their time...
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.
Foothill Retirement is an Assisted Living Community with three different levels of care starting with Full Independent, Assisted Living and a secure Memory Community. We are located on an acre of property, in a quiet residential neighborhood on a tree-lined street with views of the surrounding...
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Cost of assisted living in San Fernando, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Fernando is $4,488 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Marino, CA with an average of $4,178 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in San Fernando, CA vs. nearby cities

San Fernando, CA
$4,488/mo
$4,422/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in San Fernando, CA vs. the state and national average

San Fernando, CA
$4,488/mo
U.S. national average
$4,636/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in San Fernando vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,488/mo
$5,693/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in San Fernando, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,519/mo
Private
$5,433/mo
Studio
$5,419/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,270/mo
2 Bedroom
$19,956/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,250/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in San Fernando over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in San Fernando, CA

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What families are saying about assisted living in San Fernando

Recent reviews for assisted living in San Fernando

Ivy Park at Playa Vista

4.5
This is a high end assisted living community, here at Sunrise. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff seem to be very good at communicating with us when the family has questions and are responsive at answering our questions. There are activities for the ...
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Sweet Home Senior Living 2 in Van Nuys, CA

5.0
My Mom spent the last year of her life at Sweet Home. I am so thankful that this was her final home. They knew how to care for at every stage. It’s hard to lose a parent. Sweet Home took care of us. The food is home cooked to the preference of each person. There are group holiday meals. Every ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at different communities, such as The Village at Sherman Oaks, Atria Tarzana, and Aegis of Granada Hills. Families and residents express appreciation for the compassionate caregivers who make newcomers feel at home.
Variety of engaging activities. Residents at Atria Tarzana, Northridge Valley Senior Living, and The Gardens at Park Balboa enjoy the diverse range of activities offered, including gardening, arts and crafts, and social events. These activities help keep seniors active and engaged in their community.
Clean and welcoming living spaces. Throughout the reviews, there are numerous mentions of the cleanliness and upkeep of various communities, like Nikkei Senior Gardens by Cogir, Gardens at Northridge, and Brookdale Chatsworth. Residents appreciate the well-maintained interior spaces, creating a comfortable and homelike atmo ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Families at Encino Terrace Senior Living, Brookdale Chatsworth, and Atria Santa Clarita praise the clear and consistent communication between staff and loved ones. Regular updates and open dialogue help ensure that care needs are being met and families are informed.
Personalized care plans by dedicated staff. Reviews for Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana, The Lighthouse, and Valley Vista Senior Living highlight the importance of individualized care plans for residents, which are tailored to their unique needs by attentive and dedicated staff members.
Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Families and residents at Sunrise at Sterling Canyon, Atria Santa Clarita, and Atria Tarzana frequently mention the quality of the meals and the accommodating nature of the dining services. The community chefs cater to dietary restrictions and preferences, making mealtimes enjoyable for al ...
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San Fernando review score based on 249 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 249 reviews of 191 San Fernando assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The San Fernando review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

San Fernando review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
San Fernando, CA191 facilities
8.1
Burbank, CA165 facilities
8.8
Santa Clarita, CA54 facilities

Review subcategories for San Fernando assisted living

When assisted living 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 249 reviews of 191 San Fernando assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare San Fernando resident and family assisted living 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.
San Fernando, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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*Learn more about cost details

San Fernando assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in San Fernando that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
San Fernando, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.6%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.6%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.9%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.8%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
79.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.9%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in San Fernando assisted living

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 San Fernando Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
San Fernando, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.8%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Fernando assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of San Fernando partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Fernando, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.2%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
15.3%
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Availability of select dining options in San Fernando assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of San Fernando communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Fernando, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.7%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.8%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
21.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Fernando assisted 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 assisted living communities in San Fernando offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Fernando, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
19.4%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.4%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.6%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.8%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.4%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.6%
41.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.1%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
24.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
17.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in San Fernando

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in San Fernando protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Los Angeles Board and Care, Ardenville Home Care I and Paradise Senior Living 1 are the top-rated assisted living facilities near San Fernando, California. See full list of communities.

There are 237 assisted living facilities near San Fernando, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in San Fernando, California are Los Angeles Board and Care, Sunrise at Sterling Canyon and Alalik Care Home. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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