Oakmont of Fullerton
433 W. Bastanchury Rd., Fullerton, CA 92835
4.8
(9 reviews)
"I went to Oakmont of Fullerton. It was high-end. Very expensive. The place was immaculate. The staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful...."
READ MOREA neighborhood located within the South Bay and Harbor region of Los Angeles, San Pedro, CA, boasts a collective 609 assisted living facilities to support seniors' daily needs. The typical cost for these communities in the local area is $5,748 per month. This makes San Pedro a less expensive option than the California state median of $6,250, though local rates still exceed the projected national cost of $5,350.
This guide presents 2090 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in San Pedro. These locations earn an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars stars, showcasing the quality care options available in the area.
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433 W. Bastanchury Rd., Fullerton, CA 92835
4.8
(9 reviews)
"I went to Oakmont of Fullerton. It was high-end. Very expensive. The place was immaculate. The staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful...."
READ MORE2602 Ostrom Ave., Long Beach, CA 90815
4.8
(9 reviews)
"I can not thank Martin enough for the compassionate and kind care that he provided for my mother’s partner “John”. We were in a dire situation and needed to make the difficult decision to place her partner somewhere that met his physical and mental ..."
READ MORE393 Hospital Road, Newport Beach, CA 92663
4.8
(17 reviews)
"The caregivers in Atria Newport Beach are so sweet. They look after my diabetic management and we choose her because they could. Always kind and gentle especially the main nurse Leslie..."
READ MORE18922 Delaware Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
4.8
(16 reviews)
"Very nice facility with friendly and attentive staff. The rooms were beautiful, clean and multiple activities for residents. The food looked great! We attended a Luau at the facility which was very nice and loved by the residents that attended. T..."
READ MORE13617 Whittier Blvd., Whittier, CA 90605
4.8
(30 reviews)
"I toured Oakmont of Whittier. Everybody looked professional. They offered everything from a beautiful movie theater to a salon, and barbershop. They have a beautiful courtyard, a beautiful dining area, and they have a little coffee shop type of thing..."
READ MORE4889 Katella Ave., Cypress, CA 92024
4.8
(12 reviews)
"I toured this facility with my mother and found it to be very inviting! It's a newer facility and the rooms are beautiful/clean. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. My mother really liked that the rooms had full kitchens and washer/drye..."
READ MORE5321 La Palma Avenue, La Palma, CA 90623
4.8
(10 reviews)
"Our experience was good touring Ivy Park at La Palma. The person who I saw was very helpful. She could answer my questions. The facility looked clean. It's a good size. There were people around. I think that day, entertainment was already in there, l..."
READ MORE891 S Walnut St., Anaheim, CA 92808
4.8
(10 reviews)
"After my father passed away, my brother and I started looking for a facility for my mother to spend her remaining years. After visiting several places, we found Walnut Village in Anaheim, Ca. Our mother has been a resident now for 5 years. It is a ..."
READ MORE2353 251st Street, Lomita, CA 90717
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My aunt has been living alone since 1999 until she fell in 2019 and could no longer care for herself in her home without assistance. I managed to squeeze out 4 years in her home with lots of help, but it came time to get her into assisted living. I..."
READ MORE325 South Boyle Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90033
4.7
(29 reviews)
"Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles was very clean and the staff was very helpful. It's gated so it's very safe. I saw the dining hall and then a one-bedroom. It was nice. We are looking for a bilingual or more of a Japanese-speaking facility, and this per..."
READ MORE12315 Burgess Ave, Whittier, CA 90604
4.7
(9 reviews)
"It was very clean and very beautiful. It's got beautiful gardens and beautiful accommodations. The staff gave me a tour of the memory care. They were very, very knowledgeable. They have crafts, yoga, and different activities. The dining room was beau..."
READ MORE12151 Dale Street, Stanton, CA 90680
4.7
(27 reviews)
"I toured with my mother and the rooms were nice and clean. It was a big facility with lots of room to walk on the grounds and also a lot of social activities. I also liked that there is a medical clinic which allows residents to have nearby care if..."
READ MORE413 East Cypress Street, Glendale, CA 91205
4.7
(11 reviews)
"My mom was a resident of Leisure Vale Assisted Living. She was doing great. She played bingo, activity games, and movies. They have meals three times a day and they had snack meals. They had a happy hour. They had a party. They had Thanksgiving, East..."
READ MORE2226 North Euclid Street, Fullerton, CA 92835
4.7
(7 reviews)
"It was really nice. They had really nice facilities. There wasn't anything wrong with them. I highly would recommend them. The staff seemed friendly and attentive. They had activities and things to do. The layout was fantastic. The memory care was up..."
READ MORE1745 North Gramercy Place, Los Angeles, CA 90028
4.7
(14 reviews)
"Hollywood Hills, a Pacifica Senior Living Community is a wonderful facility. Mom is quite comfortable with it. We, as a family, are comfortable with the way they take care of her, the atmosphere there, and the facility as a whole, like the physical t..."
READ MORE1750 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, CA 90631
4.7
(7 reviews)
"My dad has just got there at Park Regency Retirement Center. I visited the location during my trip to California. It was quite busy at the time. Overall, I think the facility has a lot to offer. It's a very good and clean facility. During my visit, I..."
READ MORE2721 Willow Street, Burbank, CA 91505
4.7
(10 reviews)
"My friend has moved into Ivy Park at Burbank. It was a great experience from the beginning. The parking was easy and accessible to the main lobby. When we got to the main lobby, a welcome sign welcomed us for the tour. We had a wonderful tour. It was..."
READ MORE15441 West Sunset Boulevard, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
4.7
(10 reviews)
"I highly recommend Atria Park of Pacific Palisades! The community staff and residents have made my mom feel so welcomed and right at home. The food is wonderful, and the rooms are the perfect size for my mom. The Executive Director, Joe, really shows..."
READ MORE3570 E. Imperial Hwy., Lynwood, CA 90262
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My relative was a resident there. The staff was very helpful and caring. I can not tell you how grateful I was for the support that was given, especially by the administrator, Aaron. He went beyond the call of duty to offer assistance and to make sur..."
READ MORE5555 Playa Vista Drive, Playa Vista, CA 90094
4.6
(12 reviews)
"I toured Ivy Park at Playa Vista. It looks very high end like resort-style. They have multiple small rooms for reading and dining. It seems like a very nice place to live in for the elderly. It's new, too. The staff who gave the tour was pretty good...."
READ MORESeniors in the San Pedro area pay about $5,748 per month for assisted living, as reported by Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey. While residents of nearby Riverside save nearly $400 a month on care costs, monthly rates in Fresno exceed local rates by roughly $1,000. Additionally, costs in San Pedro fall well below the $7,250 that facilities charge in San Diego. Bakersfield serves as an affordable alternative at $4,595.
San Pedro
$5,748
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
San Diego
$7,250
Riverside
$5,324
Bakersfield
$4,595
Fresno
$6,750
According to the results of the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the typical fee for assisted living in San Pedro is $5,000 per month. The fee is the same as California’s average, although $700 above the U.S. median of $4,300.
Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in San Pedro through both the Medicaid 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver Program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
For seniors with low care requirements, adult day care proves the most affordable option at $1,690. In-home care and home health care, which afford seniors the opportunity to age in place at home, see rates slightly higher than assisted living. Both cost around $6,673 per month. Nursing homes, offering 24-hour care and skilled nursing support, see the highest monthly costs, starting at $10,646 for semi-private accommodations.
In-Home Care
$6,673
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$1,690
Assisted Living Facility
$5,748
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,646
Note: Since data for San Pedro is unavailable, we used data from the nearest city, Los Angeles, instead.
San Pedro’s seniors can benefit from many life-enhancing resources provided by state agencies and nonprofit organizations. This small sample includes ways to engage with the community and support more needy citizens, as well as where to get free and low-cost medical equipment and transportation.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Anderson Memorial Senior Citizen Center | (310) 548-7596 | The Anderson Memorial Senior Citizen Center is the hub of San Pedro's elder community. It's the place where they meet, socialize and participate in activities that improve fitness levels and challenge the mind. There are various exercise classes, including yoga, and an outdoor basketball court. The center is open Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
RSVP - Volunteer Opportunities | (323) 224-6510 | L.A. Works is a nonprofit organization that operates the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) in Los Angeles County. It connects seniors who want to volunteer their time and skills to community projects and nonprofits that rely on support to fulfill their purposes. Work covers a wide spectrum and may involve the volunteer utilizing skills acquired during their employment years. As it's an RSVP affiliate, L.A. Works can provide supplemental insurance during volunteer activities and offer seniors discounts from its business partners. |
The Durable Medical Equipment Aid Society | (818) 298-9893 | The Durable Medical Equipment Aid Society is a nonprofit organization that loans donated equipment to seniors and the disabled throughout Southern California. Most of the equipment is gently used, while some devices are new, with all available for loan free of charge to low-income adults residing in their own homes or assisted living facilities. Examples of equipment include manual and powered wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, support rails and bedside commodes. |
Cityride | (818) 808-7433 | Cityride enables adults aged 65 and older who are City of Los Angeles residents to use various transportation options in LA County for little or no cost. These include the paratransit service Dial-A-Ride, in addition to taxicabs permitted by the City of Los Angeles and DASH bus rides. Fares vary depending on distance and if it's a group booking. As of 2021, Dial-A-Ride fares range from $2 to $4 per one-way trip, taxicabs are between $4 and $20 per trip, and fixed bus routes are often free and never more than 50¢ per trip. |
San Pedro-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.