Best Assisted Living in Pasadena, California
19 communities found
Pasadena offers 17 assisted living communities, all residential in setting, with an average rating of 4.3 across the 12 communities that have been rated. That rating draws on 307 reviews, giving families a fairly deep pool of firsthand accounts to weigh before visiting in person.
- 19communities
- 4.4average rating, 13 rated
- 327family reviews read
- 5small homes, 10 or fewer
The Terraces at Park Marino
Pasadena, California
4.7(39)
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Villa Gardens
Pasadena, California
4.7(34)
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Regency Park Oak Knoll
Pasadena, California
4.7(19)
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Del Mar Park
Pasadena, California
4.8(10)
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El Molino Rose Villa
Pasadena, California
5(6)
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Astoria Park Senior Living
Pasadena, California
4.5(68)
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Monte Vista Grove Homes
Pasadena, California
4.5(52)
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Pasadena Villa Assisted Living
Pasadena, California
4.5(17)
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Garfield Terrace
Pasadena, California
5(3)
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Pasadena Highlands
Pasadena, California
4.4(52)
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Ace Senior Care Manor, Inc.
Pasadena, California
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Con Carino Elder Care
Pasadena, California
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Best-rated assisted living in Pasadena
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.7 (39 reviews)· Assisted Living· 112 units
Staff know residents by name and support transitions into memory care, with families praising community relations director Sam's hands-on care.
- 2
4.7 (34 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living· 340 units
Families describe a lively, high-end community with attentive staff, plentiful activities, cultural outings, and a dedicated memory care area.
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4.7 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 206 units
Reviewers praise Regency Park Oak Knoll's calm, homelike memory care, patient caregivers, and decades of service to Pasadena.
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4.8 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living· 124 units
Most families call Del Mar Park comfortable and welcoming, though one review notes upkeep and staffing concerns since resolved under newer leadership.
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5 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living· 6 units
Families describe El Molino Rose Villa as a small, home-like residence run by owners who live on-site. Reviewers repeatedly praise the individual attention, regular updates to family, and skilled handling of Alzheimer's…
- 6
4.5 (68 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 220 units
Families praise the food and home-like feel at Astoria Park, though one account raises serious concerns about caregiver conduct and safety.
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4.5 (52 reviews)· Assisted Living· 66 units
Monte Vista Grove Homes is praised for its calm, garden-filled campus and strong memory care staffing ratios, despite one report of poor phone responsiveness.
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Pasadena Villa Assisted Living
4.5 (17 reviews)· Assisted Living· 97 units
Families consistently praise Pasadena Villa Assisted Living for attentive, communicative staff and a clean, family-like atmosphere under hands-on leadership.
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4.4 (52 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care· 245 units
Reviewers describe Pasadena Highlands as a warm, close-knit community where staff and nurses are consistently praised for compassionate, attentive care, including support through hospice and end-of-life transitions.…
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3.4 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living· 72 units
Bella Vista has a long local history, but limited reviews leave little basis for broader conclusions about daily care.
What families say about assisted living in Pasadena
Counted across the review summaries of 16 Pasadena communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Across 14 communities with review themes, 86% are praised for caring, attentive staff, and many families also point to activities, social life, and a warm, home-like feel. At the same time, 50% of communities draw concerns about communication with families and 43% about cost and billing, so it is worth asking directly how a community handles updates and invoices.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 88%
- Building and grounds 50%
- Activities and social life 44%
- Warm, home-like feel 44%
- Memory care 38%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 44%
- Cost and billing 44%
- Building and upkeep 31%
- Staff attitude 19%
“My grandfather was a Villa Gardens and he absolutely loved it! The staff was excellent and there were some many different activities he could participate in. The food was also great! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a community for their loved one.”
“My mother has been at the Highlands for over 6 years with needing progressive care overtime. The staff, especially Francine, has treated my mom with such care, compassion and respect. Thank you for giving me the peace of mind that my mom is nourished and cared for.”
“It’s so great to have a rapport with the staff that care for my family member. No questions go unanswered just more tacos on the menu From my favorite patient. 💝”
Assisted Living in Pasadena: the figures
- •Of the 19 with a known size, 5 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 12 have more than 60.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (13), wheelchair accessible (13), 24-hour staff (13), medication management (13), housekeeping (13), social activities (13).
How families pay for assisted living in California
Most families in California cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, in many cases, the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years earlier, can also help offset monthly fees, though coverage terms vary widely by policy and are worth reviewing closely before making a decision. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps pay for the cost of care, and it is worth checking eligibility early since the application process can take time.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in California.
Assisted Living near Pasadena
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Gabriel4 mi | 15 | 4.1 / 5 | 4 mi |
| Alhambra4.7 mi | 16 | 4.3 / 5 | 4.7 mi |
| Arcadia5.3 mi | 31 | 4.2 / 5 | 5.3 mi |
| Temple City5.3 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 5.3 mi |
| Rosemead6.2 mi | 8 | 4.3 / 5 | 6.2 mi |
| Monterey Park7 mi | 8 | 4.2 / 5 | 7 mi |
| Monrovia7 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 7 mi |
| Montrose7.5 mi | 10 | 4.3 / 5 | 7.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 19 communities listed in Pasadena, 327 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Pasadena ask about.
- Home Care in California: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Pasadena: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Pasadena, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 19 assisted living communities in Pasadena, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Pasadena are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include El Molino Rose Villa (5★, 6 ratings), Del Mar Park (4.8★, 10 ratings), The Terraces at Park Marino (4.7★, 39 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Pasadena?
Beyond assisted living, Pasadena has home health (76 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (11 communities), independent living (5 communities), memory care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Pasadena?
Families rate Pasadena assisted living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 327 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Pasadena assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 16 Pasadena communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 88%), building and grounds (mentioned for 50%), activities and social life (mentioned for 44%). The most common concerns are communication with families (44%), cost and billing (44%), building and upkeep (31%).
Are there small assisted living homes in Pasadena?
Yes. Of the 19 Pasadena communities with a known size, 5 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 12 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.