With its vibrant culture and warm, sunny climate, Pasadena is an appealing retirement option for seniors, who make up 14% of the city’s population. Located just north of Los Angeles at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, the city provides residents with scenic views, access to urban attractions and various senior-specific programs. The Dial-a-Ride service gives seniors low-cost curb-to-curb transportation, and Access Services provides ADA-compliant paratransit. Programs like Meals on Wheels and Union Station Community Meals offer food assistance. For seniors interested in communal living, Pasadena is home to more than 30 assisted living facilities.
To help seniors discover the most senior-friendly locations around the country, Caring.com conducted a new study, “The Best and Worst Places for Senior Living.” The Caring Senior Living Report analyzes and ranks 300 cities and 50 states on the quality of senior living in that area. The cities were graded using 46 metrics across five categories: Health Care, Senior Living & Housing, Affordability, Quality of life, and Transportation.
CARING STARS WINNER
200 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
4.8
(38 reviews)
"I've been using Home Instead - Pasadena, CA for over two years now. I was very fortunate that I got their best caregiver in their office because he has been really helpful with my husband. I am the full-time caregiver, but I have a Home Instead careg..."
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365 S Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
4.6
(119 reviews)
"They are doing a good job, but we just have not had a need for them to do very much. We just need companionship. I like that they are flexible and the caregivers have been easy to work with...."
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539 N Mentor Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106
4.7
(25 reviews)
"My father will be going into The Villas by Astoria Park. I didn't try their food, but one of the reasons why I didn't think it was necessary is because my father got the deluxe studio, which has a kitchenette, and he pretty much insists on making his..."
$3,795
CARING STARS WINNER
1575 E. Washington Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91104
4.5
(24 reviews)
"I toured Pasadena Highlands. Janine, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and informative. She gave us a complete tour. She was open to all our questions. She was new, so there were a few questions that we had that she wasn't sure of. However, she ..."
$4,700
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925 E. Villa Street, Pasadena, CA 91106
4.5
(24 reviews)
"Very nice place and attentive workers. Drinks in the cafeteria are very nice with little snacks for residents and visitors! Room is clean and comfortable...."
$3,795
255 S. Oak Knoll Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
4.6
(14 reviews)
"I was very happy with my mother's stay at Regency Park Oak Knoll. I was particularly happy with all the activities that they offered. My mother is still quite able-bodied, and they paired her with a group of similarly active people. Everyone on the s..."
$3,950
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21 Miller Alley Suite 210 , Pasadena, CA 91103
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Our family has used Pallus care for 1 1-2 years in the care for two elderly gentleman. Both suffer from dementia and care can be challenging at times. Pallus has provided excelling care giving services and has met their needs. Owner Jennifer D...."
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1055 E. Colorado Blvd. Ste. 250, Pasadena, CA 91106
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We are using TheKey - Central LA for my grandmother. It's just once a week that they come for about 5 hours. So far, they have helped my grandmother wash her clothes, give her company, and tidy around the house for her. The only issue I'm having is t..."
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124 S Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
4.6
(64 reviews)
"I don't drive, so they walk and do things that I can't do. They clean and help with the food. Depending on what I need, they help. ..."
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951 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena, CA 91105
4.6
(16 reviews)
"The tour I had at MorningStar of Pasadena was good. They were very nice. I looked at the 2-bedroom and the 1-bedroom apartments with balconies and no balcony. They were very nice and very clean. They all had kitchenettes. The common areas were all be..."
$4,800
2587 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107
4.5
(15 reviews)
"We went to The Terraces at Park Marino. The community relations director was very open and welcoming. The entire community felt like a family. They've got very nice, modern facilities, and very nice activities. Overall, it's a very nice place. The am..."
$3,300
650 Sierra Madre Villa Ave. Suite 201, Pasadena, CA 91107
4.7
(9 reviews)
"It is a Godsend. It has made an incredible difference because we able to do something without having to check every 5 minutes. Their affiliation with Calper's is very important. The management at BrightStar Care has always been available when I call..."
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842 East Villa St, Pasadena, CA 91101
4.5
(12 reviews)
"I'm on a wait list for Villa Gardens in Pasadena. I've talked to some residents. It's off the top of the chart, but it's also a buy-in community. It's very expensive. The rooms are beautiful. They've got waitstaff in the dining rooms. They've got bea..."
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171 North Altadena Dr., Pasadena, CA 91107
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I've had the privilege of experiencing the exceptional care provided by A Caring Place for both my parents over the past seven years. The compassion, dedication, and professionalism of their team have been a constant source of comfort and support dur..."
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2889 San Pasqual Street, Pasadena, CA 91107
5.0
(5 reviews)
"My parents lived at Monte Vista Grove Homes - The Hearth for many years. The location was very safe and the grounds were very beautiful. It's California-Spanish style. They had recently built a big fitness center and it was very nice. The organizatio..."
$5,430
1000 E. Walnut St #228, Pasadena, CA 91006
4.4
(9 reviews)
"I have one caregiver with Select Home Care and I'm very happy with her. I've gone through several agencies and caregivers that I didn't care for. My current caregiver is the best that I've ever had. She's reliable, punctual, helps me with everything ..."
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990 East Del Mar Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91106
4.5
(6 reviews)
"We checked out Del Mar Park, and all 3 of us children were absolutely blown away by the attention of the three women who interviewed us. I first met with a lady by the name of Paula. When I called her because I wanted to check out the facility, she w..."
$4,170
2954 E. Del Mar Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91107
4.5
(6 reviews)
"I feel like it's been a wonderful opportunity for my cousin to be a resident of The Oaks of Pasadena. She's in a one-bedroom in the same building where the food services are. They have washing machines and things like that available. I was able to st..."
$4,000
150 Bellefontaine St, Pasadena, CA 91105
4.5
(5 reviews)
"My father had cancer & this was his final home for 2 months. The nurses & management gave him the best care possible & helped my family navigate us through this difficult time. They are extremely great with nursing care, customer service, & rehabilit..."
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2500 E. Foothill Blvd. Suite 404, Pasadena, CA 91107
5.0
(3 reviews)
"1 Heart has been a huge part in transitioning my mom back home after her recent colon surgery. Rhea from 1 Heart has been kind, efficient, accommodating, caring, both to my mother and to me right from our first phone conversation. Her staff is excell..."
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