Best Senior Living in Pasadena, California
32 communities found
Pasadena lists 105 senior living options, including 29 residential care communities and 76 home care agencies. Across 34 rated communities, families have left 2,221 reviews with an average rating of 4.4.
- 108options listed
- 4.5average rating, 36 rated
- 2,282family reviews read
- 5small homes, 10 or fewer
Camellia Gardens Care Center
Pasadena, California
4.8(69)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Terraces at Park Marino
Pasadena, California
4.7(39)
Assisted Living
Villa Gardens
Pasadena, California
4.7(34)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Pasadena Meadows Nursing Center
Pasadena, California
4.6(134)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Regency Park Oak Knoll
Pasadena, California
4.7(19)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Del Mar Park
Pasadena, California
4.8(10)
Assisted Living
El Molino Rose Villa
Pasadena, California
5(6)
Assisted Living
Foothill Heights Care Center - Pasadena Nursing Facility & Rehabilitation Center
Pasadena, California
4.6(21)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Rosewood Court
Pasadena, California
5(5)
Independent Living
Astoria Park Senior Living
Pasadena, California
4.5(68)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Monte Vista Grove Homes
Pasadena, California
4.5(52)
Assisted Living
From $7,395/moIndependent Living Pasadena
Pasadena, California
4.5(39)
Independent Living
Best-rated senior living in Pasadena
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.8 (69 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 80 units
Reviewers praise Camellia Gardens for attentive nursing care, cleanliness, and strong communication with families during rehabilitation and skilled nursing stays.
- 2
4.7 (39 reviews)· Assisted Living· 112 units
Families describe The Terraces at Park Marino as warm and personal, with staff who know residents by name and accommodate changing needs.
- 3
4.7 (34 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living· 340 units
Villa Gardens is described as lively and high-end, with attentive staff, plentiful activities, and a dedicated memory care area.
- 4
Pasadena Meadows Nursing Center
4.6 (134 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 130 units
Pasadena Meadows Nursing Center draws praise for rehabilitation therapy and friendly staff, though some families report neglect and medication delays.
- 5
4.7 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 206 units
Regency Park Oak Knoll is described as warm and attentive, with patient caregivers and a calm, homelike memory care environment.
- 6
4.8 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living· 124 units
Del Mar Park families mostly praise caring, attentive staff, though one review raised concerns about upkeep and staffing later addressed under new management.
- 7
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…
- 8
Foothill Heights Care Center - Pasadena Nursing Facility & Rehabilitation Center
4.6 (21 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 49 units
Foothill Heights Care Center holds a 4.6 rating from 21 reviews, though detailed information about daily life there is limited.
- 9
5 (5 reviews)· Independent Living
- 10
4.5 (68 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 220 units
Astoria Park Senior Living reviews are mixed, with praise for food and staff kindness alongside serious concerns about caregiver conduct and medication management.
What families say about senior living in Pasadena
Counted across the review summaries of 34 Pasadena communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted by 73% of 26 communities, and the building and grounds, mentioned by 58%. Complaints center on cost and billing, raised by 38%, and communication with families, cited by 35%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 68%
- Building and grounds 47%
- Medical and nursing care 41%
- Activities and social life 35%
- Cleanliness 32%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 47%
- Communication with families 29%
- Building and upkeep 21%
- Staff attitude 12%
“My mon is here for sub-acute care. The staff are all great with communication and care. The facility is clean and the attention to care details is amazing.”
“This is the second time that my friend has been admitted here in the past few years. Both experiences have been great! The staff is so kind and always willing to help.”
“Very clean facility... I've been visiting my client for the past 3 1/2 weeks. Friendly staff from the front desk receptionist to the Nurse, CNA, OT, Food Servers, Janitor, Maintenance and Case Workers. Nurse Appreciation Week was displayed perfectly!!! Definitely were a lot of smiles 😊”
Senior Living in Pasadena: the figures
- •Of the 30 with a known size, 5 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 22 have more than 60.
- •13 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.2 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 3 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (24), wheelchair accessible (24), 24-hour staff (24), medication management (24), housekeeping (24), social activities (20).
How families pay for senior 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: Senior Living in California.
Senior 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 108 communities listed in Pasadena, 2,282 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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Senior Living in Pasadena: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Pasadena, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 108 senior living communities in Pasadena, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Pasadena are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Atlantic Home Health Care (5★, 15 ratings), All For You Home Health Care (5★, 10 ratings), A1 Quality Health Care Inc. (5★, 8 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Pasadena?
Beyond senior living, Pasadena has home health (76 communities), assisted living (19 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 senior living in Pasadena?
Families rate Pasadena senior living communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 2,282 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Pasadena senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 34 Pasadena communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 68%), building and grounds (mentioned for 47%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 41%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (47%), communication with families (29%), building and upkeep (21%).
Are there small senior living homes in Pasadena?
Yes. Of the 30 Pasadena communities with a known size, 5 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 22 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Pasadena nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
13 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Pasadena carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.2 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 3 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.