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St. John of God Retirement Center operates a 40-bed community in Los Angeles, California, offering assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, and skilled nursing. Licensed nurses remain on site to oversee clinical needs, with an average of 5 hours and 6 minutes of hands-on nursing time per resident each day. Living spaces range from semi-private rooms and studios to one- and two-bedroom layouts, accommodating individuals as well as couples.

Administrator Mary Arjene Aguirre oversees daily operations. Residents have convenient access to local amenities without needing a car, supported by a walk score of 81. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Older adults seeking long-term care stability in a walkable neighborhood can contact St. John of God Retirement to learn more about living arrangements and schedule a tour.

Overview of Southland Living

Southland Living is a nursing home in Norwalk, California, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living supports daily tasks while a resident remains in their own living space, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care and short term rehabilitation offer temporary stays for a family caregiver who needs time away or for a resident recovering after an illness or hospital stay.

With 75 beds, Southland Living has a defined community size without the profile of a very small residence. Several care levels are available, which can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Victoria Tran serves as the administrator. The range of care may make this a good fit for someone who could need assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing as circumstances change.

A beauty and barber salon gives residents access to grooming services on site, while patios and gardens provide outdoor space. In house therapy supports rehabilitation without arranging transportation elsewhere, and transportation to appointments helps residents attend scheduled medical visits. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby destinations independently. Medicare is accepted for eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay, not for long term residence.

Overview of Cottages at Riverside

Cottages at Riverside offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Riverside, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. Independent living offers private living with community services for residents who do not need daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can change without leaving the community. Eva Tawfik serves as the administrator, and the community has 110 beds. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet.

A full service salon and spa gives residents access to personal care services within the community, while chef prepared meals are served in the dining room. The courtyard, nature trails, and outdoor pergola provide places for residents to sit or walk outdoors. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need rehabilitation support.

The area is somewhat walkable, with some errands able to be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some errands independently.

Administered by Douglas G. Rice, Riverstone Terrace Senior Living is a single-story community in Bakersfield, California, offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. The community is near Garden Park and local bus stops. It’s about 5.4 miles from downtown Bakersfield, giving residents several care options in one location.

The 55-bed community has furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments. It currently operates at 38% occupancy, so there’s plenty of availability for families looking to move a loved one in. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 52, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but other errands and outings require a short drive.

Residents enjoy the benefits of 24-hour assistance, weekly housekeeping, transportation services, beauty services and regular fitness programs. Memory care is available for residents who need it. Respite care is a short term option for the families. These services allow residents to receive the right level of care without having to leave their communities.

Themed events, games, light exercise sessions, outdoor gardens, a dining room and common gathering areas encourage residents to stay active and engaged. The community is also pet friendly, so residents can bring in a companion animal.

State inspections in California have mainly focused on safety and hazard prevention, including chemical storage, slip-resistant flooring, staff screening, and employee clearance procedures. Complaint investigations involving staff conduct, response times, and resident care have not resulted in substantiated findings. Families touring Riverstone Terrace Senior Living should ask how these safety practices are managed as part of the community’s daily operations.

Overview of Bliss Assisted Living & Memory Care

Bliss Assisted Living & Memory Care provides assisted living and memory care in National City, California. Care includes help with bathing, grooming, and dressing, as well as dementia and Alzheimer’s care, incontinence management, and medication support. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs hands-on personal care and dementia or Alzheimer’s support.

Licensed nurses are on duty 24 hours a day, with certified nursing assistants and medication aides also available around the clock. Residents can therefore receive nursing, personal care, and medication support throughout the day and night. Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver temporary coverage while traveling or recovering. Rehabilitation services are also available within the community, so a resident can receive rehabilitation without arranging care elsewhere.

The community has 85 beds. A salon or spa allows residents to receive those personal services within the community, and religious services are available as well. With a Walk Score of 84 out of 100, the area falls in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Megan Amey serves as administrator.

Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living offers assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Citus Heights, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily activities and medication reminders, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Hospice care focuses on comfort for a resident with serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, giving the range of care types room to match changing needs, including a later need for memory care or hospice support.

Residents can use the beauty salon and attend exercise classes. Chef-prepared meals are served in a family-style dining setting, while scheduled transportation and local shopping trips offer organized ways to shop without arranging each outing independently. Religious services and social events add on-site programs beyond daily care.

Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living has 78 beds, with an occupancy rate of 95%, meaning most beds are in use. Daniel Torgersen serves as the administrator, and Makena Bay operates the community. A Walk Score of 65 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain outings independently.

Overview of Savant of Tarzana

Savant of Tarzana offers assisted living and memory care in Tarzana, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Savant of Tarzana may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since assisted living and memory care allow a change in care level without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 176 beds, placing it in a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. The starting price is $3,600, giving families a base figure for initial budgeting.

Chef-prepared meals with evolving menu options are available, and special diets can accommodate residents with dietary requirements. Walking paths and gardening spaces provide outdoor areas for walks and gardening, while a salon, fitness classes, fitness center, movie theater, and music lounge offer on-site options for grooming, exercise, and entertainment. Scheduled transportation is also available for planned trips.

A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Narine Mertkhanyan serves as the administrator, and Summit Tarzana Operations operates the community.

Ellee Residential Care provides assisted living and residential care in North Hollywood, CA. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they live in a private or shared room. The residential care setting serves up to six residents, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Private rooms offer an individual living space, while shared rooms accommodate residents who want a roommate. The area has a Walk Score of 76, meaning it is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Eleanor I Posner serves as administrator, Posner, Eleanor & Lee operates the home, and Ellee Residential Care opened in 2000.

Chianti Joy LLC II is a welcoming community in Stockton, CA, dedicated to residents needing assisted living services. It ensures everyone is well-cared for with the help of compassionate caregivers available 24/7 to support their daily routines. From personal care to medication management, the community guarantees residents are provided with the help they need to retire without worry.

Living experience is improved with fun and engaging activities that nurture residents’ overall well-being. Meals are carefully prepared to satisfy both residents’ nutritional needs and palates. The community is designed to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows residents to thrive in their preferred lifestyle.

Elms Residential Home Care is a 54 bed care home in Ventura, California. Its smaller size may suit someone who prefers a community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing options include studios, one bedroom units, and private rooms, giving residents either one private space or a layout with a separate bedroom.

The area has a Walk Score of 72 and is classified as very walkable, so most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Fe Lilia 98 Higgins serves as the administrator.