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Serento Casa in San Dimas, CA

Serento Casa is an assisted living and memory care community in San Dimas, CA.

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Serento Casa in San Dimas, CA

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  • Interior

    A cozy recreation room featuring a pool table with cue sticks and balls ready for a game.
  • Decor

    A cozy lobby area with a striped chair and a decorative fireplace.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room corner featuring a leather armchair next to a small side table and a window.
  • Building

    Aerial view of a large building complex with red roofs surrounded by roads and greenery.
  • Architecture

    Aerial view of a large building complex near a highway, surrounded by trees.
  • Bedroom

    A neatly made single bed with a nightstand beside it, featuring a tray on top of the bed in a cozy room.
  • Trees

    Aerial view of a building complex surrounded by hills and mountains with a road in the background.
  • Windows

    A sunny exterior view of a residential building with palm trees lining the entrance.
  • Landscaping

    A large building with a grand entrance surrounded by palm trees and neatly arranged flower beds.
  • Entrance

    A building with palm trees and an entrance featuring an American flag.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy lobby area featuring a fireplace, an armchair, and a computer desk.
  • Bookshelves

    A cozy library room with bookshelves, tables, and chairs for reading.
  • Nature

    A scenic aerial view showcasing a lake, highway, and surrounding hilly landscape with buildings.
  • Library

    A cozy reading room with bookshelves and tables.

1740 S. San Dimas Avenue, San Dimas, CA 91773

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4.1 from 33 reviews
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4 stars
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Serento Casa Costs & Pricing

Serento Casa offers competitive pricing compared to both Los Angeles County and the broader California market, particularly when it comes to studio and one-bedroom accommodations. For instance, a studio at Serento Casa is priced at $2,600 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $4,172 and state average of $4,145. Similarly, their one-bedroom unit at $3,200 is also a more economical choice against the county's average of $4,603 and California's average of $4,340. However, it's worth noting that the semi-private room at Serento Casa is listed at $6,500, which exceeds both the county ($3,349) and state averages ($3,333). Overall, while Serento Casa provides appealing rates for studios and one-bedrooms, potential residents should carefully consider their options regarding semi-private accommodations in comparison to other local offerings.

Floor plansSerento CasaLos Angeles CountyCalifornia
Studio$2,600$4,172$4,145
1 Bedroom$3,200$4,603$4,340
2 Bedrooms$5,600$6,164$5,270
Semi-Private$6,500$3,349$3,333

Overall Review of Serento Casa

common 20 reviews mention this

Staff support is a major theme

Residents and families frequently describe staff who are responsive and caring.

Many reviewers say staff members are kind, helpful, and attentive, including during move-in transitions and day-to-day routines. Several also note specific ways staff support comfort, such as assisting residents to dining and following through on requests. A few negative reviews criticize staffing availability and medical decision-making, so experiences can vary.

common 14 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Reviewers consistently mention a steady schedule of activities.

Across visits and early moves, residents and families describe a range of activities, from scheduled daily programming to group get-togethers. Some mention specific examples like bingo, wine social time, and exercises, and others describe day-to-day engagement such as residents joining in. Even where reviewers note gaps—like not seeing many residents outside—activities are still frequently part of the conversation.

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Dining is restaurant-style

Dining is described as restaurant-style with multiple meal options.

Dining stands out because multiple reviewers talk about the dining room setup and the quality of meals, including residents being able to attend meals comfortably. Several describe restaurant-style service and a menu with choices, while others specifically mention food being tasty and enjoyable. The community also appears designed around meal service and dietary support, which matches what residents describe about their meal experience.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Pricing runs higher than expected

Pricing is repeatedly described as more expensive than families anticipated.

More than a few reviewers say the overall cost was a shock or higher than they hoped, and at least one mentions monthly costs reaching very high figures. Others describe price as above other options they compared, which shaped their decision process. Because pricing is tied to care needs and evaluations, some families suggest getting a solid quote during an assessment.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Location and parking draw complaints

Some reviews mention drawbacks related to traffic and parking availability.

A reviewer who visited specifically disliked the location because it was on a busy street. Others mention convenience factors like being off the freeway, but parking comes up as a problem for visitors at certain times. Reviewers also point out that there are nearby conveniences, such as parks and common services.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Rooms can feel small

A couple of reviewers felt the rooms were on the smaller side.

Some families comment on room size, saying it didn’t match what they expected after touring. One reviewer also notes tradeoffs like sharing space in a specific situation, even while describing other parts of the community positively.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 131 resident community capacity 131 resident community capacity
  • 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
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

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
  • Continuing learning programs Continuing learning programs
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Ontario International (12 miles away) Ontario International (12 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • 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
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • 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 dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of San Dimas, California offers a variety of amenities and services that may be appealing for seniors looking to relocate. The area is home to several parks such as Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park, providing opportunities for outdoor recreation and leisurely walks. There are also numerous dining options nearby, including In-N-Out Burger, Chick-Fil-A, and Old Stump Brewing Co. For healthcare needs, there are several pharmacies and hospitals in close proximity, such as Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center and City Of Hope. Additionally, there are cafes like Starbucks and The Donut Man for social gatherings or relaxing afternoon outings. With transportation options like Pomona Station and Montclair Metrolink Station nearby, getting around the area is convenient. Furthermore, entertainment choices include Harkins Theatres Chino Hills 18 and AMC DINE-IN Montclair Place 12 for cultural enrichment and enjoyment. Overall, this part of San Dimas provides a well-rounded community with various resources tailored to the needs of seniors.

Parks

  • Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park (0.2 miles)
  • Pantera Park (4.7 miles)
  • Creekside Park (5.1 miles)
  • Chino Hills Community Park (7.6 miles)
  • Ruben S Ayala Park (8.6 miles)
  • Citrus Park (8.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Raging Waters (1.1 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (3.7 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (3.7 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (3.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.8 miles)
  • Old Stump Brewing Co. (3.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Real Life (2.2 miles)
  • Charisma Life Church (4.2 miles)
  • Calvary Chapel Golden Springs (5.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Casa Bonita (2.3 miles)
  • Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center (3.8 miles)
  • Rowland Convalescent Hospital (4.5 miles)
  • Kindred Hospital San Gabriel Valley (5.8 miles)
  • City Of Hope (9.5 miles)
  • Hope (9.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.8 miles)
  • The Donut Man (4 miles)
  • The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Foothill Dermatology Medical Center (3.4 miles)
  • Healthcare Partners (3.5 miles)
  • Chapparal Medical Group (3.9 miles)
  • The Robert & Beverly Lewis Family Cancer Care Center (4.1 miles)
  • Inland Neurosurgery Institute (4.3 miles)
  • Glendora Dentistry (4.5 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Diamond Bar Medical Offices (5.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Pomona Station (3.8 miles)
  • Montclair Metrolink Station (7.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Harkins Theatres Chino Hills 18 (6.4 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN Montclair Place 12 (7 miles)
  • AMC Puente Hills 20 (8.5 miles)

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