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| AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Tarzana | 160
Facility
160
CA AVG
103
Rank
#289 / 1658 | No |
60
Facility
60
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1051 / 2093 | 60 | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1375 / 1397 | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1115 / 1164 | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
11
Rank
#383 / 1365 |
76.3%
Facility
76.3%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#661 / 1289 | - | Avantgarde Senior Living | Studio |
| Atria Grass Valley |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Grass Valley | 116
Facility
116
CA AVG
103
Rank
#611 / 1658 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1506 / 2093 | 8 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#529 / 1397 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
11
Rank
#441 / 1365 |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#692 / 1289 | - | Wg Quail Ridge LP; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Ciela |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Pacific Palisades | 100
Facility
100
CA AVG
103
Rank
#700 / 1658 | No |
9
Facility
9
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1964 / 2093 | 8 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
11
Rank
#1161 / 1365 |
64.0%
Facility
64.0%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#969 / 1289 | - | Ciela LLC; Millennium Advisors, Inc. | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Santa Clarita |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Santa Clarita (Newhall) | 160
Facility
160
CA AVG
103
Rank
#289 / 1658 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
CA AVG
57
Rank
#564 / 2093 | 32 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1242 / 1397 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1033 / 1164 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
11
Rank
#483 / 1365 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1 / 1289 | - | Arhc Svsclsa01 Trs LLC; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Sunnyvale |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Sunnyvale | 160
Facility
160
CA AVG
103
Rank
#289 / 1658 | No |
78
Facility
78
CA AVG
57
Rank
#486 / 2093 | 13 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#753 / 1164 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
11
Rank
#132 / 1365 |
61.9%
Facility
61.9%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1010 / 1289 | - | Wg Sunnyvale Sh LP; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Atria Palm Desert |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Palm Desert | 154
Facility
154
CA AVG
103
Rank
#328 / 1658 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
CA AVG
57
Rank
#983 / 2093 | 12 | 13
Facility
13
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#953 / 1397 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 30
Facility
30
CA AVG
11
Rank
#78 / 1365 |
43.5%
Facility
43.5%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1207 / 1289 | - | Wg Palm Desert Inc; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| The Pinnacles at Burton |
LSL Luxury Senior Living
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Los Angeles (Central La) | 200
Facility
200
CA AVG
103
Rank
#151 / 1658 | No |
93
Facility
93
CA AVG
57
Rank
#111 / 2093 | 15 | 14
Facility
14
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#995 / 1397 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
11
Rank
#132 / 1365 |
39.5%
Facility
39.5%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1223 / 1289 | - | Beverly Hills Carmel, Inc; Calson Care South LLC | Private Rooms |
| The Commons at Woodland Hills |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Woodland Hills | 322
Facility
322
CA AVG
103
Rank
#48 / 1658 | Yes |
89
Facility
89
CA AVG
57
Rank
#195 / 2093 | 1 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#719 / 1397 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
11
Rank
#1259 / 1365 |
43.8%
Facility
43.8%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1205 / 1289 | - | Woodland Hills Operations LLC | - |
| Pasadena Highlands |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Pasadena (Pasadena Council District 2) | 245
Facility
245
CA AVG
103
Rank
#97 / 1658 | Yes |
85
Facility
85
CA AVG
57
Rank
#290 / 2093 | 24 | 20
Facility
20
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1129 / 1397 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#988 / 1164 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
11
Rank
#844 / 1365 |
86.5%
Facility
86.5%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#340 / 1289 | A- | Wellquest 625 Pasadena LLC; Wellquest Living LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| La Mirada Heights |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | La Mirada | - | Yes |
74
Facility
74
CA AVG
57
Rank
#599 / 2093 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
La Mirada Heights located in the harmonious residential area of Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA, is a distinguished senior living community that provides independent living. With various cozy and pet-friendly residences ranging from studio to two-bedroom floor plans, seniors experience comfort and convenience like no other. The community goes above and beyond to lend extra hands for seniors to live their daily lives with ease.
Utilize the community’s communal spaces for entertainment and leisure. Residents can also explore a variety of hobbies and relive interests through engaging activities and nourishing programs. The community serves delicious and healthy meals to meet dietary restrictions and tastes. La Mirada Heights is great for seniors who want to enjoy a hassle-free retirement with its peaceful spaces and welcoming environment.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Los Angeles County, CA
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 11 independent living communities in Los Angeles County, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Los Angeles County, CA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Los Angeles County, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Los Angeles County, CA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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