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Photo of Ivy Park at Monterey
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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Now that my sister is in Ivy Park, I feel she is in a safe environment. She would not be safe living alone in her home. She couldn't walk or cook for herself. My sister's needs changed dramatically after...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
While Sunrise of Monterey opened in 2009, Sunrise Senior Living has been in business for over 30 years, serving as a pioneer in providing outstanding care in a home-like environment for seniors. At Sunrise of Monterey, we have several neighborhoods that allow us to serve the various needs of our...
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9.2
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23 reviews
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The staff is terrific and very caring. The food is wonderful, and the rooms are a nice size. The community is a nice location in Carmel.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you or a loved one is looking for the perfect place to rest and relax, then The Cottages of Carmel will offer you the best experience possibly if you are seeking memory or living care. Here at The Cottages of Carmel, we pride ourselves on giving your choices that will allow you to live your...
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My wife was lovingly cared for by a wonderful staff. I was there every day so I was able to observe what great care she was getting in addition to all the other residents. The women were always made to feel...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Del Rey Oaks Senior Paradise is nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the the beautiful, sunbelt of Del Rey Oaks (a small and safe, bedroom community).We cater to clients who are over 60, but young at heart. Activities and outings are offered to stimulate their mind and body.Please come meet us and...
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44 Floor plans available
6.8
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6.8
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The staff is absolutely amazing. They are attentive, knowledgeable and supportive. That includes ALL staff; administration, housekeeping, dining room and support staff. We have not met one cross or...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Sonia is very patient, helpful, kind, and caring. She was very helpful during my mother's stay there. My mother is no longer at the villa. She developed pneumonia which she did not have prior to entering...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Anjelica's Villa Assisted Residential Care Home is located in Seaside, California just east of Laguna Grande Regional Park. Our beautifully landscaped and gated grounds invite a pleasant and intimate home environment. Newly decorated and furnished private rooms offer comfort and privacy, while...
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6.3
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118 reviews
6.3
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118 reviews
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Park Lane is VERY convenient if you're still driving, to many different resources in Monterey. If you are not driving they provide chauffeurs to many different shopping areas. The BEST is I met a woman and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At The Park Lane, your days belong entirely to you. Spend time exploring the many Monterey Peninsula attractions such as Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row, the scenic Seventeen Mile Drive, Carmel art galleries or the vineyards of Carmel Valley. Enjoy gof at some of the most prestigious and...
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It's convenient for most people I would say. It's in a good location. The grounds around it are very pretty. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking. My friend seems to being doing quite well there.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Del Monte Assisted Residential CareDel Monte Assisted Residential Care is located in Pacific Grove "Butterfly Town," California, U.S.A. Pacific Grove is famous for being on the route of one of the largest annual monarch butterfly migrations. When you wish to leave the residences you can take...
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66 Floor plans available
9.5
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18 reviews
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Our apt is very nice, clean, comfortable. It's very quiet here, peaceful. On the other hand, everyone is so friendly. The staff is exceptionally friendly & helpful. They welcome pets, which is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Del Rey Oaks, CA

The average cost of senior living in Del Rey Oaks is $6,051 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hollister, CA with an average of $5,569 per month.

Assisted living costs in Del Rey Oaks, CA, vs. state and national averages

Del Rey Oaks, CA
$6,051/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Del Rey Oaks, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,051/mo
$6,997/mo

Assisted living costs in Del Rey Oaks, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,520/mo
Studio
$4,993/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,855/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,462/mo

Senior living costs in Del Rey Oaks vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Del Rey Oaks, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDel Rey Oaks, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,051/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,997/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,528/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Del Rey Oaks, CA:$6,051/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Del Rey Oaks, CA:$6,997/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Del Rey Oaks, CA:$4,528/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Del Rey Oaks, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Del Rey Oaks and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Del Rey Oaks, CACA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Del Rey Oaks, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Del Rey Oaks have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Del Rey Oaks, CA$6,219/mo$5,765/mo+7.9%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Del Rey Oaks, CA
2024 average cost:$6,219/mo
2023 average cost:$5,765/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
California
2024 average cost:$5,968/mo
2023 average cost:$5,628/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Del Rey Oaks, CA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Del Rey Oaks

Recent reviews for assisted living in Del Rey Oaks

Merrill Gardens at Monterey

5.0
I am currently a resident at Merrill Gardens at Monterey and everything has been great. I would recommend this facility to others.

Anjelica's Villa in Seaside, CA

5.0
Anjelica's Villa has a caring staff and an A+ Administrator. She involves the family in the care of their clients. She communicates the clients needs with you. And most importantly, she and the staff will listen to what you have to say. The facility is exceptionally clean and so are the ...
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Del Rey Oaks Senior Paradise in Del Ray Oaks, CA

5.0
My Loved One has been well cared for and lovingly treated at Del Rey Oaks Senior Paradise. The staff are always on top of every need. I couldn't give the same level of care of these fine people provide every day. My experience has been very positive and would whole heartedly recommend this ...
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Del Rey Oaks review score based on 341 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 341 reviews of 14 Del Rey Oaks assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Del Rey Oaks review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Del Rey Oaks review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Del Rey Oaks, CA14 facilities
8.5
Hollister, CA0 facilities
8.4
Santa Cruz, CA0 facilities

Review subcategories for Del Rey Oaks assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 341 reviews of 14 Del Rey Oaks assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Del Rey Oaks resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Del Rey Oaks, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
3.6
Friendliness
4.5
3.6
Care services
4.3
3.3
Staff
4.4
3.5
Meals & dining
4.2
3.2
Activities
4.3
3.2
Value for cost*
4.2
3.2
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Del Rey Oaks assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Del Rey Oaks assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Del Rey Oaks, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Del Rey Oaks assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Del Rey Oaks that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Del Rey Oaks, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45%
45.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.5%
29.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
93.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.6%
49.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.2%
26.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.2%
41.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.4%
45.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Del Rey Oaks assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Del Rey Oaks Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Del Rey Oaks, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.9%
44.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.2%
28.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.7%
35.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.5%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Del Rey Oaks assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Del Rey Oaks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Del Rey Oaks, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
23.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
32.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.8%
31.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.2%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Del Rey Oaks assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Del Rey Oaks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Del Rey Oaks, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.4%
27.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.1%
36.8%
Room service
Room service
34.8%
32%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.4%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Del Rey Oaks assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Del Rey Oaks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Del Rey Oaks, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
40.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22%
26.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.1%
26.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.3%
43%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
42.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.5%
45.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.4%
35.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.2%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.3%
33%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.2%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
40.7%
Dances
Dances
22.3%
26.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.9%
21.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.3%
39.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Del Rey Oaks

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Del Rey Oaks protect seniors.
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