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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Duarte, CA
The cost of independent living in Duarte is about $3,868 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 47 options. Read 875 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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The staff at Heritage Park at Monrovia are so easy to work with. They were so accommodating to us. They provide excellent activities. Our overall experience with this facility has been wonderful.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When you need quality and affordability in senior care apartments, you need to consider Heritage Park of Monrovia, Los Angeles County, CA. It offers a charming affordable apartment community and beautiful garden community specially designed for seniors 55 and older. The setting of Monrovia offers...
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vintage GardensVintage Gardens is a senior housing community located in West Covina, Los Angeles County, CA. Enjoy beautiful California weather all year and take in the beautiful backdrop of sunny California. Covina is also a great location for shopping, entertainment community activities, and...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We chose The Kensington because it was the closest to my dad so he could visit more often and they also seemed more caring up front and treated him more like a person rather than just a paycheck. They have a...
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.
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My mom seems to have adjusted well since being relocated here. She was in a nice community prior but it was too far away and this one was a little closer to me so I moved here. So far everything seems to be...
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.
The Arcadia Royale is ideally located fifteen minutes away from the Santa Anita Racetrack, the L.A. Arboretum, the Santa Anita Fashion Park, the Arcadia Methodist Hospital, and literally hundreds of doctor's offices including many specialists. The Arcadia Royale strives to make all of their...
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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.
The Arcadian Retirement Center, centrally located in Arcadia, California, specializes in assisted living care for the elderly. The Arcadian realizes the importance of providing the highest quality of care while keeping the cost affordable during these tough economic times. We emphasize 'Quality...
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Active independent senior (ages 55 and better) apartment community located in the heart of historic downtown San Dimas, CA. Here you will find one and two bedroom convenience apartments with lots of open areas surrounded by lush landscape and mature trees. Walking distance to San Dimas...
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.
Cost of independent living in Duarte, CA
The average cost of senior living in Duarte is $3,868 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Verne, CA with an average of $3,581 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Duarte, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Duarte, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Duarte
Recent reviews for independent living in Duarte
Leisure Vale Assisted Living in Glendale, CA
5.0
Facility seems a good place for [name removed], well organized and staff are accommodating.
Foothill Retirement in Tujunga, CA
4.4
What our family likes the most about the Foothill Retirement community is all the team work between the staff members working there. Friendly and staff that will help care for my mom's needed especially having the understanding to care for dementia seniors. Staff also understands family's ...
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Garden of Palms in Los Angeles, CA
5.0
Garden of Palms community is absolutely lovely. The meals and dining service is excellent, and they activities they have for the residents are also excellent. We would absolutely recommend this community to others.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews for Truewood by Merrill, West Covina and The Oaks of Pasadena highlight the cleanliness and comfort of their living spaces. Residents appreciate the pristine conditions of their rooms and the cleanliness of common areas such as dining rooms and lounges.
Excellent food and dining experiences. Food receives positive feedback in reviews for Truewood by Merrill, West Covina, Atria Covina, and The Oaks of Pasadena, with residents expressing satisfaction with the quality and variety of meals.
Supportive and caring staff. Several reviews from Truewood by Merrill, West Covina, Atria Covina, and Truewood by Merrill, West Covina mention the kindness and helpfulness of staff members, who go above and beyond to make residents feel at home and make sure their needs are met.
Wide range of activities. Residents at Truewood by Merrill, West Covina, Atria Covina, and The Terraces at Park Marino enjoy the various activities offered, such as games, arts and crafts, entertainment, and outings, which help them stay active and engaged.
Pet-friendly community. Reviews for Truewood by Merrill, West Covina and Merrill Gardens at West Covina show appreciation for the communities' pet-friendly policies, allowing residents to bring their beloved pets with them.
Reasonable pricing and flexibility. Several reviews from Truewood by Merrill, West Covina, Truewood by Merrill, West Covina, and Truewood by Merrill, West Covina mention the affordability and adjustability of the communities' pricing, making them an attractive option for seniors with various needs and budgets.
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Duarte independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Duarte independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Duarte, 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 Duarte 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 Duarte partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
46.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Duarte 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 Duarte communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
46.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Duarte 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 Duarte offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.2%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.8%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
51.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
34.9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.8%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga, Sunrise of Orange and Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Duarte, California. See full list of communities.
There are 47 independent living facilities near Duarte, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Duarte, California are Sunrise of Orange, Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga by Cogir and Sunrise of Yorba Linda. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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