
The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sierra Madre, CA for 2023
There are 59 Assisted Living Facilities in the Sierra Madre area, with 3 in Sierra Madre and 56 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Sierra Madre is $4,500 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,860. Cheaper nearby regions include Arcadia with an average starting cost of $2,995.
To help you with your search, browse the 235 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Sierra Madre. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Sierra Madre 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Monrovia with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Sierra Madre, CA
Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care He...
The British Home in California Ltd
Pasadena Highlands
Glen Park of Monrovia
Sunrise of San Marino
Brookdale Monrovia
The Terraces at Park Marino
MorningStar of Pasadena
Monte Vista Grove Homes
Astoria Park Senior Living
California Mission Inn
Santa Teresita Assisted Living Cottages
El Molino Rose Villa
Del Mar Park
Arcadia Living
Henrietta's Leven Oaks
Prospect Manor
Evergreen by Serenity Care Health - S...
Harmony Villa
Royal Oaks
Westminster Gardens
Villa Gardens
Eaton Canyon Villas
Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel
North Lake Villas
Brookdale Alhambra
Parkview Manor
Arcadia Retirement Village
The Arcadian Retirement Center
Santa Anita Retirement Center
Vista Cove at San Gabriel
Arbor Vista
Garfield Village
Pasadena Villa Senior Living
Jasmin Terrace at El Molino
Bella Vista
Evergreen Senior Care
San Gabriel Valley Training Center
Baldwin Gracious Living
Garden House By Three Sycamores, The
St. Judes Homes For The Elderly Ii
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Sierra Madre
Sierra Madre is a small hillside community on the north side of Pasadena. Home to just 11,000 people, 20 percent of Sierra Madre's residents are seniors age 65 and over. The area in and around Sierra Madre has 56 assisted living facilities that provide independent senior living for seniors who need help with the normal activities of daily living (ADLs). Sierra Madre's assisted living facilities, like all residential communities in the state, are licensed through the California Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Sierra Madre
- Sierra Madre's weather is dry and generally very warm. Summers here see average high temperatures of 91 degrees, which can make a few days a year problematic for heat-sensitive seniors. Winters make up for it with very mild lows averaging 47 degrees overnight. Sierra Madre gets an annual average of 21 inches of rainfall, though twice a decade the area undergoes severe droughts that raise irritating dust in the surrounding hills.
- The cost of living in Sierra Madre is very high for homeowners and others who live independently, though seniors in assisted living can find good savings here and there. The overall cost in Sierra Madre is two and a half times the national average, with a median home cost of over $1 million. Healthcare, on the other hand, costs just 85 percent the national average in Sierra Madre.
- Sierra Madre's crime rate is very low. Across categories of reported crime, rates here are less than 40 percent the national average. Violent crime is even less common, making Sierra Madre one of the safest communities in the Los Angeles basin.
- The Los Angeles Metro Authority operates Sierra Madre's Gold Line, which serves Sierra Madre and the northern Pasadena area and offers discount fares for seniors age 60 and over. Within Sierra Madre, dial-a-ride services are provided by Access Services, which operates ADA-compliant vehicles and disabled ride on demand.
- The Sierra Madre area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Methodist Hospital and Monrovia Memorial Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Los Angeles County is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning that its elected leadership “has made the commitment to actively work toward making their town, city or county a great place for people of all ages,” according to AARP.
Paying for Assisted Living in Sierra Madre
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Sierra Madre start around $4,500 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Sierra Madre and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Sierra Madre
Seniors in Sierra Madre who qualify for Medicaid may be eligible for a Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver. This waiver helps many seniors in Los Angeles County pay some of the cost of assisted living.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.


More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Sierra Madre
Sierra Madre and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Sierra Madre, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Sierra Madre
Sierra Madre-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.


Other Options in Sierra Madre, CA
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Sierra Madre
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Review of Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health
I visited Evergreen Cottage. It was a group home with only six residents. It wasn’t a good fit for Mom and Dad. They did not have enough space for them, and I felt that they were a little bit low o... Read more
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Review of Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health
My dad is at Evergreen Cottage. I like the price and the care. The house is clean, very comfortable, cozy, and more homelike with good, homemade food. The rooms, bathroom, and shower facility are g... Read more
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Review of Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health
My dad was at Evergreen just a few days before he passed away. Their care was fine. I don't have any complaints. It was nice because it was convenient for me because it was near my work. It's a boa... Read more
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