19041 East Mauna Loa Avenue., Glendora, CA 91740
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Mauna Loa Oaks Costs & Pricing
At Mauna Loa Oaks, residents can expect to pay $4,000 per month for a semi-private room, which is notably higher than the average costs in Los Angeles County at $3,349 and across California at $3,333. For those opting for a private room, the monthly fee is $4,500 - slightly above Los Angeles County's average of $4,197 but significantly higher than the state average of $3,939. These rates reflect the premium services and amenities provided at Mauna Loa Oaks, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment tailored to meet the needs of its residents.
| Floor plans | Mauna Loa Oaks | Los Angeles County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Private | $4,000 | $3,349 | $3,333 |
| Private | $4,500 | $4,197 | $3,939 |
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Overall Review of Mauna Loa Oaks
Pros
The facility feels like a home with a great outdoor space and a rose garden.- The interior is wheelchair-friendly and easy to navigate.
- The garden is described as beautiful, contributing to a serene environment.
- The staff are compassionate, caring, friendly, and knowledgeable.
- Families feel blessed to have found Mauna Loa Oaks, which provides a home-like setting.
- The environment is open, welcoming, and offers many activity options for residents.
- The facility is clean, comfortable, and feels like a family home.
- The leadership and staff are genuinely concerned about residents' happiness and well-being.
Cons
The facility was too expensive, more than memory care.- The starting price of $3,500 per month was a barrier, and they were not interested.
- They had to move their mother from a facility that was not prepared to care for her.
- Before finding Mauna Loa Oaks, many nearby facilities were not prepared to care for her.
- By the time the mother was transferred, she was sleeping day and night and did not last much longer.
Review
Mauna Loa Oaks is best suited for families seeking a warm, home-like assisted living experience where care feels intimate, personal, and rooted in a domestic atmosphere rather than a clinical setting. It serves seniors who value comfortable common spaces, easy indoor navigation for wheelchairs, and generous outdoor areas, gardens, brick walkways, and a rose garden, that invite residents to stroll or be wheeled about with minimal friction. This community shines for those who want a residence that resembles a family home, with staff who are visible, approachable, and genuinely invested in daily wellbeing. It is ideal for residents who thrive on a quieter, familia feel and who do not require highly structured medical routines or hospital-style supervision.
If memory-support needs or heavy clinical oversight drive the decision, alternatives deserve serious consideration. Several reviewers flagged price as a major hurdle, noting that the starting monthly rate is steep and more than typical memory-care offerings. For families operating within tight budgets or seeking more affordable options with comparable levels of basic care, Mauna Loa Oaks may not be the best fit. In short, a strong price sensitivity combined with a requirement for intensive memory-care programming points toward looking at other facilities that balance cost with targeted clinical services more aggressively.
The strongest positives hinge on atmosphere and caregiver ethos. Guests repeatedly describe the environment as open, friendly, and truly home-like, not “a care facility.” The staff come across as caring, compassionate, and capable, with families noting both the warmth of interaction and the staff’s willingness to support during difficult transitions. The sense that many team members are part of the broader family running the home translates into trust and reliability. That personal touch, paired with visible activity options, helps residents stay engaged and families feel confident their loved ones are surrounded by people who know them.
Environment and daily living details reinforce the decision to choose a home over a hospital setting. The campus design supports mobility and independence: an accessible floor plan for wheelchairs, a safe, pleasant backyard, and spaces that invite shared moments. A notable thread across reviews is the emphasis on the homey kitchen and domestic routines, which contribute to a feeling of normalcy and belonging. Cleanliness and care are also highlighted, underscoring a well-maintained space where residents can settle into daily life with a sense of routine and dignity.
Care quality is consistently framed as attentive and knowledgeable, with staff portrayed as experienced in home-based care. Families express appreciation for staff who approach care with competence and empathy, and several accounts imply a readiness to manage complex, non-institutional needs without sacrificing the warmth of a family setting. This combination, professional capability anchored in a nurturing, almost familial culture, creates a compelling case for families who want a supportive, less clinical environment that still delivers solid day-to-day care.
Ultimately, Mauna Loa Oaks represents a strong option for decision-makers who value atmosphere and personal connection as much as, or more than, formal memory-care protocols. The garden-centric, home-like vibe paired with compassionate staffing offers meaningful peace of mind for many families. However, the price point and the emphasis on a non-clinical setting mean alternatives should be considered when budget constraints or advanced memory-care requirements exist. For families who can prioritize the emotional and domestic comfort the community delivers and can absorb the cost, Mauna Loa Oaks stands out as a thoughtful, committed choice. For others, it is prudent to compare with options that balance lower price or enhanced clinical programming to avoid compromising essential care needs.
6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Activities off-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Private
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Ontario International (17 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Christian services
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