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Regency Park Oak Knoll in Pasadena, CA

Regency Park Oak Knoll is an assisted living and memory care community in Pasadena, CA.

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Regency Park Oak Knoll in Pasadena, CA

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a green carpet, plaid sofa, and wooden furniture.

  • Outdoors

    A smiling elderly man and a woman posing together outdoors.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating, a bookshelf, and decorative elements.

  • Living Room

    A spacious living room with elegant furniture and a chandelier.

  • Bedroom

    A bright and cozy bedroom with a large bed and sofa.

  • Dining

    A well-lit dining area converted into an art station with easels set up for painting on a large table covered with a blue tablecloth.

  • Landscaping

    A serene outdoor patio area with seating, large umbrellas, and a pergola overlooking a landscaped garden.

  • Garden

    A cozy patio setting with white wrought iron furniture and a large umbrella, surrounded by greenery.

  • Chandelier

    A cozy restaurant interior with elegantly arranged tables and chairs, featuring a chandelier and warm decor.

255 South Oak Knoll, Pasadena, CA 91101

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

4.7 from 77 reviews
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Regency Park Oak Knoll Costs & Pricing

At Regency Park Oak Knoll, the monthly cost for a studio apartment is set at $5,250. This figure is notably higher than the average costs in Los Angeles County and across the state of California, which stand at approximately $4,172 and $4,145 respectively. While Regency Park's pricing reflects its commitment to providing premium services and amenities that cater to residents' needs, it also indicates a positioning within the higher end of the market. Potential residents should consider these costs in relation to the unique offerings that may justify the difference - a factor that plays an essential role in evaluating value and quality of life in this community.

Floor plansRegency Park Oak KnollLos Angeles CountyCalifornia
Studio$5,250$4,172$4,145

Overall Review of Regency Park Oak Knoll

differentiator 11 reviews mention this

Memory care is the whole focus

This community is described as entirely dedicated to memory care needs.

Several reviews describe the building or the entire property as memory care, including references to both facility-wide memory care and memory care programming. Residents and families also mention care tailored to dementia and related memory loss, and describe courtyards and activities within that memory care setting. One reviewer also flags a mismatch between how they saw it advertised online versus what they were told on the tour, though the same reviewer confirms it was presented as memory care during the visit.

common 10 reviews mention this

Dining and meals are consistently solid

Meals are repeatedly described as good, warm, and appropriately portioned.

Food comes up often in reviews, with multiple families and residents describing meals as good and regularly enjoyed. A few reviewers also mention details like healthy meals, dining room experiences, and that portions were appropriate. Several comments connect the meal experience with overall satisfaction, including support around dining needs and preferences.

  • A well-lit dining area converted into an art station with easels set up for painting on a large table covered with a blue tablecloth.
  • A cozy restaurant interior with elegantly arranged tables and chairs, featuring a chandelier and warm decor.
common 7 reviews mention this

Family communication eases transitions

Families describe clear communication that helps during the move.

Reviews frequently highlight support for families during the transition into care, especially through updates, guidance, and ongoing reassurance. A number of reviewers mention feeling welcome and informed during visits, and that staff helped their families navigate what to expect. Some also specifically call out communication efforts during COVID restrictions and the availability of additional family support.

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Pricing is a recurring concern

Cost stands out as a drawback compared with other options.

A handful of reviewers call out the community as very expensive and note that pricing was higher than other places they considered. One reviewer says price was the only reason they did not select the community, even while describing the facility positively. Another describes rent and care rates as higher in the area, while still noting the facility felt clean and friendly.

common 6 reviews mention this

Courtyards and outdoor spaces matter

Courtyards and outdoor areas are a frequent part of the experience.

Several reviews focus on outdoor areas, like courtyards and gardens, describing them as pleasant places for residents to spend time. A few reviewers also connect outdoor access with safety and comfort, including for residents who spend more time outside. Reviews that mention the grounds often pair that with descriptions of organized activities and a home-like atmosphere.

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Features

Housing

  • 206 resident community capacity 206 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite 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
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (13 miles away) Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (13 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (21 miles away) Los Angeles International (21 miles away)
  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (22 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (22 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Pasadena, California, is a convenient and accessible area for senior living. With multiple pharmacies such as Walgreens, Rite Aid, and CVS Pharmacy located within a short distance, residents have easy access to their medication needs. There are also a variety of restaurants nearby including fast-food options like Chick-Fil-A and McDonald's, as well as healthier choices like Urth Caff-Pasadena. In terms of healthcare facilities, there are several hospitals in the vicinity such as Huntington Memorial Hospital Nicu and Methodist Hospital of Southern California. Additionally, there are parks for seniors to enjoy outdoor activities like Lacy Park and Brookside Park. For those who enjoy grabbing a cup of coffee or pastry, there are cafes like Lavender & Honey Espresso Bar and Charlie's Coffee House close by. Places of worship such as Saint Rita's Catholic Church and physicians' offices like Doheny Eye Center are also readily accessible. Overall, this neighborhood offers convenience, entertainment options, healthcare amenities, and recreational facilities for seniors looking to reside in Pasadena.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Urth Caffé-Pasadena (0.3 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.3 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (3 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (3.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Huntington Memorial Hospital Nicu (1.1 miles)
  • Methodist Hospital of Southern California (5.4 miles)
  • Glendale Adventist Medical Center (5.4 miles)
  • Medical 2 unit (5.4 miles)
  • Usc-Norris Cancer Hospital (6.8 miles)
  • LAC+USC Inpatient Tower (7.1 miles)
  • Prado Center (7.2 miles)

Parks

  • Lacy Park (1.7 miles)
  • Brookside Park (1.8 miles)
  • Garfield Park (1.9 miles)
  • Arroyo Seco Park (2.5 miles)
  • Alhambra Park (3.2 miles)
  • Almansor Park (3.9 miles)
  • Hahamongna Watershed Park (4.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Lavender & Honey Espresso Bar (2.1 miles)
  • Charlie's Coffee House (2.9 miles)
  • Bopomofo Cafe (3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (5 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • San Marino Community Church Nursery School (2.1 miles)
  • Saint Rita's Catholic Church (5.1 miles)
  • Arcadia Chinese Baptist Church (5.8 miles)
  • First Evangelical Church Arcadia (7.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Doheny Eye Center (4.9 miles)
  • Santa Anita Medical Plaza (5.3 miles)
  • Healthcare Partners Medical Group (6.6 miles)

Theaters

  • 0206 Amc Bar Santa Ani (5 miles)
  • AMC The Americana at Brand 18 (6.9 miles)

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