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Sage Glendale Senior Living in Glendale, CA

Sage Glendale Senior Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Glendale, CA.

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Sage Glendale Senior Living in Glendale, CA

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  • Interior

    A modern living room with a stylish sofa, colorful pillows, and artistic wall decor.
  • Decor

    A modern dining area with tables, chairs, and artwork on the walls.
  • Living Room

    A modern living room with stylish lighting and comfortable seating.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with modern decor, featuring a neatly made bed with blue accents, artwork above the headboard, and a potted plant by the window.
  • Windows

    A modern dining room with elegant decor, featuring a central fireplace and contemporary artwork.
  • Dining

    A modern interior dining area or meeting room with circular lighting fixtures and stylish furniture.
  • Landscaping

    A modern apartment building with contemporary design, surrounded by urban landscape and featuring balconies and landscaped areas.
  • Lighting

    A modern dining area with comfortable seating and stylish lighting.
  • Garden

    A modern apartment courtyard with outdoor seating and a pergola under sunny skies.
  • Artwork

    A modern living room with stylish furniture and artwork.
  • Patio

    A sunny patio with tables and chairs shaded by large umbrellas.
  • Lobby

    A modern lobby with stylish lighting and decor.
  • Outdoor Seating

    A stylish outdoor seating area with comfortable chairs, cushions, and ambient lighting.
  • Seating

    A modern conference room with luxury seating arrangements and elegant interior design.

525 W Elk Ave, Glendale, CA 91204

To contact a resident: (818) 245-6378

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 29 reviews
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Sage Glendale Senior Living Costs & Pricing

Sage Glendale Senior Living offers a range of accommodation options, with costs reflecting the premium services and amenities provided. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay between $3,973 and $7,450 per month, notably higher than the average rates in Los Angeles County and California, which stand at approximately $3,349 and $3,333 respectively. In terms of private rooms, Sage Glendale charges $4,767, surpassing both the county's average of $4,197 and California's average of $3,939. Studio apartments are similarly priced at $4,995 to $5,164 - again above local averages of about $4,172 for the county and $4,145 for the state. The cost is even more striking for one-bedroom units at Sage Glendale, which come in at $6,595 compared to Los Angeles County's average of $4,603 and California's state average of around $4,340. These figures illustrate that while Sage Glendale may be on the higher end of the pricing spectrum for senior living accommodations in the area, they likely reflect a commitment to quality care and enhanced living environments tailored to their residents' needs.

Floor plansSage Glendale Senior LivingLos Angeles CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$3,973 to $7,450$3,349$3,333
Private$4,767$4,197$3,939
Studio$4,995 to $5,164$4,172$4,145
1 Bedroom$6,595$4,603$4,340

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Overall Review of Sage Glendale Senior Living

differentiator 8 reviews mention this

Care includes medication management

Residents describe hands-on care practices and day-to-day follow-through.

Several reviewers say they feel confident in care and that staff are attentive to residents’ needs. Medication management is specifically mentioned for a loved one, along with transportation to medical appointments. At the same time, one memory care reviewer describes delayed or missing check-ins after hours, and another respite-care reviewer reports problems coordinating discharge information and sparse communication afterward.

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Friendly, patient staff stand out

The most consistent praise is for staff who are friendly, patient, and respectful.

Across many reviews, residents and families describe staff as personable, warm, and helpful. Multiple reviewers mention dignity and respect in how staff treat loved ones, and several say staff communicate and check in with families. A minority of reviews raise concerns about staffing behavior and responsiveness, including one describing a caregiver who did not acknowledge them during a request for help.

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Activities are varied and busy

Residents have access to a full schedule of activities.

Reviews frequently point to varied activities that are described as well-run and optional, with many events and programs to keep residents engaged. Some reviewers also mention religious services and celebrations. One review notes that participation can be limited depending on a resident’s abilities, including during respite care.

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Dining quality draws strong reactions

Dining gets both strong praise and sharp complaints.

Many reviewers call the food and dining options good, including compliments on restaurant-style dining and a kitchen that works for a picky eater. Others report dissatisfaction, including criticism of the dining room hours and complaints about management and care around meals. Even with the negative comments, dining remains a recurring topic rather than a background detail.

  • A modern dining area with tables, chairs, and artwork on the walls.
  • A modern interior dining area or meeting room with circular lighting fixtures and stylish furniture.
  • A modern dining room with elegant decor, featuring a central fireplace and contemporary artwork.
caveat 5 reviews mention this

Cost concerns and price increases

Pricing is a recurring concern, with some calling it very expensive.

Several reviews describe the community as pricey, including comments about the sticker shock of the costs being discussed during tours. Another reviewer reports substantial increases in cost after a change of ownership. One negative review also frames issues around money and disputed value, which reinforces that cost expectations can be a sensitive point for families.

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Features

Housing

  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Party space Party space
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • TV room TV room
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (7 miles away) Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (7 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (16 miles away) Los Angeles International (16 miles away)
  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (23 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (23 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Glendale, California, offers a convenient and comfortable environment for senior living. With several pharmacies in close proximity, accessing necessary medications and healthcare services is made simple. Additionally, there are a variety of dining options ranging from fast food to more upscale establishments such as Din Tai Fung and Porto's Bakery & Cafe. For entertainment, there are theaters like AMC The Americana at Brand 18 and parks like Elysian Park and Lake Hollywood Reservoir nearby. In terms of healthcare, hospitals like Glendale Adventist Medical Center and Providence St Joseph Medical Center are easily accessible for any medical needs. Public transportation options such as Union Station and Universal City Metro Station provide convenient travel opportunities for seniors looking to explore the surrounding areas.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC The Americana at Brand 18 (0.7 miles)
  • AMC Burbank 16 (4.4 miles)
  • TCL Chinese Theatre (5 miles)
  • Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood (5.2 miles)
  • Alamo Drafthouse Downtown (5.9 miles)
  • Regal LA Live & 4DX (6.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Din Tai Fung (0.8 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (0.9 miles)
  • Porto's Bakery & Cafe (1.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.6 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2.3 miles)
  • Del Taco (2.9 miles)
  • Mohawk Bend (3.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Proof Bakery (1.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
  • Lamill Coffee Boutique (3.1 miles)
  • Starbucks Reserve (3.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.1 miles)

Parks

  • Glassell Park Recreation Center (2 miles)
  • Cleland Ave Bicentennial Park (3.2 miles)
  • Lake Hollywood Park (3.7 miles)
  • Lake Hollywood Reservoir (3.8 miles)
  • Elysian Park (3.8 miles)
  • Echo Park at the Lotus Festival (4 miles)
  • Hollywood Bowl Overlook (4.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Medical 2 unit (2.1 miles)
  • Glendale Adventist Medical Center (2.2 miles)
  • Providence St Joseph Medical Center (4.1 miles)
  • Usc-Norris Cancer Hospital (6 miles)
  • LAC+USC Inpatient Tower (6.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Union Station (5.6 miles)
  • Universal City Metro Station (5.8 miles)

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