Ranchos Palos Verdes is one of the myriad southern California communities with year-round sunshine, cool sea breezes and scenic views of the ocean. Home to just under 41,000 people, nearly 26% of the city's residents are seniors 65 and over. This bedroom community on the coast has golf, fine dining and long hiking trails winding through the nearby nature reserves. Rancho Palos Verdes seniors with medical needs are not far from Los Angeles' world-class hospitals, and multiple local senior centers help the large population of older adults stay connected with social programs and special events.
Several assisted living communities care for seniors in Rancho Palos Verdes. These communities are mainly for older adults who don't need extensive medical monitoring or care, but who could use help with activities of daily living. Assisted living in town costs an average of $5,250 a month, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey.Â
This guide gives the estimated cost of care for many types of senior living, including assisted living. It lists several ways to manage those costs and gives a rundown on the pros and cons of living in Rancho Palos Verdes.