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3620 Lomita Blvd., Torrance, CA 90505
4.5
(15 reviews)
"Oakmont of Torrance was a good place. The place was very clean. The staff was professional, knowledgeable, and very welcoming. The patio and sitting area were nice and calm, too...."
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25535 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
5.0
(6 reviews)
"I toured Ivy Park at Palos Verdes. I did not try their food, but they do have a chef. I had cookies, which were a gift after we did the tour, and the cookies were delicious. The facility is very nice and very clean. The staff is very engaged with the..."
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3210 W. Sepulveda Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503
4.5
(11 reviews)
"Clearwater at South Bay was very good. They had medical staff onsite daily. That caught my attention, but the cost, you pay for it. The place was very welcoming. The memory care has its own area, so that's pretty good. It was a nice clean facility. T..."
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22547 Harline Court, Torrance, CA 90502
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Abad Group Home-Harline Court was nice. The nurse there was engaging. I was watching her with one of the residents when she was providing him with his breakfast/lunch. It was just warm and she was just very friendly as we were talking about their ser..."
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19917 Anza Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Anza Home Care is a residence. They can only take 6 people. My mother made the transition pretty well. She's very happy there. She likes the caregivers. It's relatively close to me, so I'm glad about that. It's very clean. It was one of the few place..."
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2513 West 168th Street, Torrance, CA 90504
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Evergreen Haven was situated in a nice community. It was a nice, well-kept, private home with an attendant who took care of the residents. It seemed like you can get plenty of help there. The house was very neat and comfortable with a cheerful settin..."
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2423 Santa Fe Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Golden Life Home Care VIII would probably have been my second choice. I like that the staff was friendly. I just didn't think that they were at the top. They were so-so. It was not as clean as the other one that I saw and I wasn't able to see any int..."
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2145 Johnson Court, Torrance, CA 90504
"Casa Tiara is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution for seniors who n..."
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1116 Cerise Ave, Torrance, CA 90504
"Golden Seasons Home Care is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution for..."
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17708 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90504
"Summerland Manor Home Care is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution f..."
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2033 W 231st Street, Torrance, CA 90501
"Home Care Services' goal is to keep our Seniors and their families together and continue the love and traditions they have enjoyed all their..."
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1644 W 222nd Street, Torrance, CA 90501
"Home Care Services' goal is to keep our Seniors and their families together and continue the love and traditions they have enjoyed all their..."
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4925 Ave B , Torrance, CA 90505
"We offer private and semi private rooms. On-going assessments of the residents needs to include assistance with medication management, s..."
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17219 Atkinson Ave, Torrance, CA 90504
"Morningside Terrace Care Home is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solutio..."
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17004 Atkinson Ave, Torrance, CA 90504
"Brent Wood Villa care home is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution f..."
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20900 Earl Street, Torrance, CA 90503
4.8
(10 reviews)
"I have selected Spring Senior Assisted Living for my dad. When I first walked into the place, it was inviting how the living room was set up. It was clean and orderly. They have individual rooms. The meals are flexible. Their dining area is a bistro ..."
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22711 South Vermont Avenue, Torrance, CA 90502
4.8
(5 reviews)
"South Bay Senior Living is nice. I like it. For those who can afford it, they should go there. They don't accept insurance, so that's the thing. I'm on Medicare and I apply for Medi-Cal, but they don't accept them because it's private pay. The dining..."
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23450 Madison Street, Torrance, CA 90505
3.9
(12 reviews)
"We placed our mother at the Villa Sorrento. Overall, we're very pleased. Her room was nice and fresh. They keep it pretty clean. The staff is very accommodating. I'm happy that we decided to put her there. We checked to make sure that the building wa..."
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20920 Earl Street, Torrance, CA 90503
3.7
(17 reviews)
"My mom was in Huntington Retirement Hotel for respite. The care was excellent. They were very attentive to my mom. My mom was very comfortable being there. The accommodations and the rooms were nice. The activities were great. She got to meet new fri..."
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Terry
3.0
Review of Villa Sorrento
I was at an assisted living place, Villa Sorento last year during my recovery from a stroke. It's a very lovely place. It was very well taken care of. The staff was really sweet, kind, and...
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Linda
4.0
Review of Villa Christa
My sister moved into Villa Christa three days ago. When we went there, the home was clean. It didn't smell bad. We have been to a couple of others that smelled pretty bad. And she knows one of the...
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Kim26
4.0
Review of Golden Life Home Care VIII
Golden Life Home Care VIII would probably have been my second choice. I like that the staff was friendly. I just didn't think that they were at the top. They were so-so. It was not as clean as the...
The cost of assisted living in Torrance is consistent with California’s average rate and several hundred dollars higher than the national median of $4,500. In Stockton, rates are about $1,600 lower at $3,649, and in Merced, residents pay $4,000. Seniors in El Centro pay $6,150 per month for care, and Santa Rosa seniors pay some of the highest assisted living rates in the state at $7,048.
Torrance
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Merced
$4,000
El Centro
$6,150
Stockton
$3,649
Santa Rosa
$7,048
In Torrance, assisted living facilities charge an average of $5,250 per month for housing and care.
Seniors who require financial assistance with an RCF can seek eligibility through the California Medicaid program. Low-income individuals who prefer to live in an RCF rather than a nursing home may also receive help through the Assisted Living Waiver Program.
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.
Assisted living is a relatively economical long-term care option in Torrance, with residents paying $5,250 on average. This is several hundred dollars cheaper than homemaker and specialized home health care services, which cost $5,911 per month. It’s also a budget-friendly alternative to nursing home placement, which costs $9,125 for shared rooms and $11,269 for private accommodations. Those who want to spend less might consider adult day health care services, which include personal care, meals and recreational activities in a daytime community setting for $1,652 per month.
Homemaker Services
$5,911
Home Health Aide
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Nursing Home (private room)
$11,269
Note: Care cost data for Torrance was not available, so data for the closest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
Seniors in Torrance get help with navigating their long-term care options through several nonprofit agencies and programs. Through the following resources, seniors can find options counselors, legal advisors and benefits specialists who help them consider their care needs and find ways to pay for assisted living.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| City of Torrance Senior Centers | (310) 320-5918 | The city's Community Services Department operates four senior centers within Torrance where older adults can enjoy congregate meals and participate in recreational activities. The department also provides free computer training for seniors and age-friendly fitness and dance classes. |
| Workforce Development Aging and Community Services | (888) 211-0644 | WDACS is the Area Agency on Aging for the Torrance region. This agency provides a range of supportive services for older adults, including assistance with applying for public benefits that may help them pay for assisted living. The agency also has a long-term care ombudsman program to protect the rights and interests of those in assisted living. |
| Center for Health Care Rights | (213) 383-4519 | The Center for Health Care Rights is a nonprofit organization that provides free Medicare, Medicaid and private health insurance counseling for Torrance residents. Seniors can contact an advisor for help with understanding their health insurance benefits, comparing Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans and determining whether they qualify for Medicare Savings Programs. |
| VA Los Angeles Regional Office | (800) 698-2411 | The Los Angeles regional VA office provides in-person and over-the-phone benefits counseling and assistance for older veterans in Torrance. Individuals can call the office to be screened for Aid and Attendance eligibility and to find out if they qualify for VA medical care or veterans’ home placement. |
| Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles | (800) 399-4529 | The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles is a regional nonprofit law firm that helps those aged 60 and over obtain civil legal services. Seniors can contact the organization for help with creating wills and managing their estate. LAFLA staff can also help with assigning powers of attorney, applying for public benefits and resolving issues such as public benefits overpayments. |
Torrance Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in CA are required to follow. Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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