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If your loved one needs memory care in Fountain Valley, A Place for Mom can help. With 80 memory care facilities in Fountain Valley, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Fountain Valley incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Fountain Valley memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Fountain Valley, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of Ivy Park at Tustin
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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43 reviews
8.9
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43 reviews
5 star
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All staff members are very attentive and responsive. They make an effort to know all visitors by name. The smaller size was comforting to our loved ones and made it easier to get settled in. The food is...
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.
Just minutes from I-5 and I-55 and north of Old Town Tustin, Sunrise at Tustin is nestled in the foothills of Tustin. We pride ourselves in our ability to provide exceptional care in a cozy, home-like environment. We have a well-known reputation for providing excellent care to our residents.Step...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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88 reviews
8.7
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88 reviews
5 star
77%
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Staff were friendly - although they were constantly short staffed. They need more staff for patient support and care so you do not have to wait hours for help.
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.
Beautiful Pet Friendly Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Living Community Nestled in the East Side of exclusive Costa Mesa.Our award winning community creates a customized service and assistance plan for each resident with a variety of therapies and life enrichment activities. Our...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Huntington Beach
1919 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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62 reviews
8.5
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62 reviews
5 star
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Good place friendly only wish they would help [name removed] eat lots of times her food is all over her lap other then that it's good. [name removed] who's in charge of that community is really good!
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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8.4
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48 reviews
8.4
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48 reviews
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We chose Katella because of the location and size and beauty of the rooms. Nice community. I think the harder part was that my mom was a little combative and not an easy patient, and they only had so much...
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.
Katella welcomes you to a senior living community located within warm and sunny Los Alamitos in Southern California. Tastefully decorated in California Casual style throughout, Katella allows our seniors everything they need to flourish, all within comfortable and casual, yet elegant common areas...
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1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.4
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29 reviews
8.4
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29 reviews
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The staff was so nice from the moment I arrived, during visits with my brother, and extremely caring and supportive when my brother passed. That continued when I returned to collect his belongings. I highly...
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.
Centrally located in California's famed Orange County just a short drive from the excitement of Los Angeles and the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, Kirkwood Orange is a well-equipped Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering a full range of supportive care services. Our rare blend of modern...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.3
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42 reviews
8.3
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42 reviews
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I love Merrill Gardens. I'm very happy with the place. The residents seem happy as they make eye contact with visitors and say hello, which did not happen at the other facilities i visited. Also you see...
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.
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach is situated between the San Diego Freeway and East Pacific Coast Highway in iconic Orange County. Enjoy being surrounded by parks providing ample outdoor recreation areas, near shopping and hospitals; not to mention being minutes away from the Pacific Ocean in...
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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
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71 reviews
8.2
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71 reviews
5 star
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Provided transportation is limited. Administration listens to resident concerns. Entertainment is brought in regularly. Families are welcome. They have special events for holidays. Prices have gone up over...
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.
Among its other living and care options, Ivy Park at Seal Beach offers full size Assisted Living apartments if desired, complete with a kitchen, dishwasher, stackable washer/dryers, and designated resident parking spaces.
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8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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12 reviews
5 star
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My only comment regarding #2 the cleanliness, is that is has been clean but there have been some plumbing problems that have caused overflow and smell. However, with that being said they have continued to...
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.
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77 Photos available
8.0
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73 reviews
8.0
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73 reviews
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In memory care where my FIL was, he received excellent medical care. The nursing staff was attentive and called me with updates on his medical care and needs. And the staff cared about him as a person 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.
Ideally located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Orange County, Rowntree Gardens is one of the area’s only licensed, not-for-profit, faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). Available on one convenient campus, we offer Acacia Independent Living, The Cedars...
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Photo of Mainplace Senior Living
1313 Photos available
8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
5 star
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I have 2 parents in there now, my mom in Memory Care and my dad in Assistant Living I would give them a 5 on all. The staff is friendly and helpful they make sure my parents eat together and keep them busy...
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.
Mainplace Senior Living provides seniors with a safe and caring assisted living community to call home in Orange, Orange County, California. This community offers the memory care that seniors need and it provides a beautiful home to those who are looking to be surrounded by a caring and...
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Photo of Walnut Village
3434 Photos available
8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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12 reviews
5 star
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I cannot say enough how amazing the staff is at WV. From [name removed] in sales, especially, to literally the heads of each department we met. We had a medical setback just days before moving into an...
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.
In the heart of Southern California, there's a new concept in retirement living with an award-winning design that wraps cottages and residences around a shop-lined village square and garden courtyards. If you're attracted to that warm sense of belonging that comes from small-town living, you'll...
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Photo of Citrus Hills Senior Living
88 Photos available
8.0
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21 reviews
8.0
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21 reviews
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I had a stroke i am limited in some things i can do as far taking care of myself,, showers are difficult,, But getting out with the activities, that the director her makes me feel much better about my...
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.
Our community offers a range of lifestyle options so you can live the way you want to live. Our active seniors get to enjoy a large variety of personalized services and exquisitely tailored amenities. We know you will feel right at home. And even better than that, we provide all the benefits...
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Photo of Clearwater at North Tustin
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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5 reviews
8.0
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5 reviews
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I cannot say enough about how much our family appreciated all the warm care and consideration that Clearwater staff showed to my elderly aunt during her time there. From the moment you enter the premises,...
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.
Our assisted living and memory care community in North Tustin, CA offers compassionate care and meaningful services in a beautiful as well as comfortable setting to support seniors of varying needs. Our resident-centered approach to care helps seniors live as active and engaged as they want to...
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Photo of Sea Cliff Assisted Living
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Super friendly, caring staff with multiple years of experience, most of the residents are pretty "with it" and they have activities
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.
Sea Cliff Assisted Living is a senior living community conveniently located in Huntington Beach, California. Our commitment is to provide a safe, comfortable environment, where assistance is available while maintaining your independent lifestyle. We offer private and semi-private accomodations,...
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Photo of Crescent Landing at South Coast
88 Photos available
7.0
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49 reviews
7.0
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49 reviews
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Everything is very good. My mom has slight dementia, most residents are moderate to severe. I understand having many regulations for safety but it is somewhat restrictive for my mom. They are very expensive...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Crescent Landing at Santa Ana is a Memory Care community specifically designed for loved ones who have been diagnosed with memory impairment related to Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Our community empowers residents with the physical and emotional support they need from experienced geriatric-care...
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Photo of Silverado Newport Mesa
66 Photos available
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My dad is doing very well in this nice community. I am pleased with all they do and they had everything he needed. He is staying busy with activities like doing wood work, sanding, and chop foods for the...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
Photo of Vivante on the Coast
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Our family toured this community four times and we are so excited to have our parents move here. The staff members are so welcoming and it is just night and day compared to our loved ones previous community.
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.
Vivante is one of Orange County's newest and most prestigious retirement community that is dedicated to providing residents with a healthy and active lifestyle that promotes a feeling of security, independence and peace of mind. We offer a variety of sizes, views and locations, with your choice...
Photo of Clearwater Newport Beach
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My husband was in another facility which was just ok, with some specific concerns. The difference is like night and day with Clearwater. The staff is energetic, positive and willing to go over and above to...
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.
Discover Clearwater Newport Beach, a new senior living community where care and compassion come wrapped in luxury surroundings. This vibrant community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care with well-appointed amenities, Clearwater signature programs, and personalized care. Enjoy chef-driven...
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Photo of Willow View Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Its a good place. They provide a good service. My mother is really thriving there. The staff is very friendly. My loved one is picky but she seems to like it and say "it's good" and she is gaining weight....
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.
It is our steadfast desire to offer a truly exceptional community for seniors of Orange County, a goal we strive to meet every single day. Thanks to features such as: Dedication to resident satisfaction Outstanding care services Newly renovated apartment units Diverse programming and activities...
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My sister was just placed in this facility, she has symptoms of dementia. I was very impressed with the kind, friendly staff. They are attentive to the clients' needs. For instance, there are always staff...
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.
It's Simple. We Know Memory Care.We’re dedicated to the care of our residents andhere to provide a sincere, quality approach withour Journey Program which includes the activitiesof daily living, community interactions, and dining.Residents benefit from our personalized careplans, which celebrate...
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1.5
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10 reviews
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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.
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Photo of Silverado Tustin Hacienda
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My loved one was recently in this community and I have no complaints of how things went for her while she was there. The staff where excellent to work with and I was very comfortable with the care they...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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My mom has been living there since May. It really is a wonderful place. There is nothing she needs that they don't have. She complains that if there is a medical issue the nursing staff is too attentive?!?!...
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.
Setting the standard for senior living for the past three decades, Regents Point is a full-service, continuing care retirement community of 400 residents in the heart of Southern California. Centrally located next to a 347-acre nature preserve and the University of California — Irvine, our...
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There is new ownership and it is no longer called Arbor Palms - Anaheim Villas is the new name. I've been very pleased. I chose this place because it was the overall combination considering all factors in...
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.
Arbor Palms Senior Living is the senior living community of choice in North Orange County, offering mature adults a lifestyle that is satisfying, secure, and active. Our surroundings and environment offer the opportunity to appreciate the advantages that comes from a superior quality of...
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I have had a peace of mind since my husband has recently made the move into this community. He has been getting great quality of care and has really been adapting well into his new living environment. He has...
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.
Located in Anaheim, CA, not too far from Knott's Berry Farm and Disneyland, Family Choice Senior Living provides senior adult with assisted living in a home-like setting. Our mission is to serve our residents with the love and dignity we would provide to a member of our own family. We are offer...
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Cost of memory care in Fountain Valley, CA

The average cost of senior living in Fountain Valley is $4,995 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fullerton, CA with an average of $4,711 per month.

Memory care costs in Fountain Valley, CA, vs. nearby cities

Fountain Valley, CA
$4,995/mo

Memory care costs in Fountain Valley, CA, vs. state and national averages

Fountain Valley, CA
$4,995/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Fountain Valley, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,995/mo

Memory care costs in Fountain Valley, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,813/mo
Studio
$5,477/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,962/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,955/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,169/mo

Senior living costs in Fountain Valley 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: Fountain Valley, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFountain Valley, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$4,995/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,963/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$4,224/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Fountain Valley, CA:$4,995/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Fountain Valley, CA:$3,963/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Fountain Valley, CA:$4,224/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Fountain Valley, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Fountain Valley 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Fountain Valley, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Fountain Valley 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 median 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
Fountain Valley, CA$6,896/mo$6,792/mo+1.5%
California$6,659/mo$6,395/mo+4.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Fountain Valley, CA
2024 average cost:$6,896/mo
2023 average cost:$6,792/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
California
2024 average cost:$6,659/mo
2023 average cost:$6,395/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Fountain Valley

Recent reviews for memory care in Fountain Valley

Kirkwood Orange

5.0
My loved one received excellent, loving care from the Kirkwood family. I highly recommend this facility. The staff is very responsive to all my concerns. I highly recommend this facility. My loved one was very happy there.

Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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Clearwater at North Tustin

5.0
All 5's! But we had to take my dad out because he escaped from the fenced memory care area by going around a corner, dragging a bench to the fence and using it to climb over the fence. He is very spry. The found him wandering in the parking lot and ascertained what happened from security camera ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the caring and responsive nature of staff members at various communities. At Pacifica Senior Living South Coast, the staff provided emotional support to the reviewer during a difficult time. At Beach Terrace, staff members were attentive to residents' needs, checking on ...
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Wide range of enjoyable activities. Communities offer a variety of activities and outings to keep residents engaged and active. For example, at Newport Beach Memory Care, residents enjoy activities such as bowling, music and dancing. At Crescent Landing at Garden Grove Memory Care, regular outings to nearby parks and museums p ...
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Thoughtfully designed spaces. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and beauty of common areas and private rooms. At Ivy Park at Seal Beach, residents appreciate the well-maintained gardens and outdoor spaces. At Sunrise of Yorba Linda, the homelike atmosphere and welcoming interior design contribute to a comfortabl ...
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Personalized care plans. Staff members tailor care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident. For instance, at Westmont of Cypress, staff accommodated a resident's love of dancing by organizing wheelchair accessible dance sessions. At Carmel Village, staff worked with families to ensure their loved ones receiv ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Communication between staff and family members is key to ensuring loved ones are well taken care of. At Crescent Landing at South Coast, staff members frequently update families about their loved ones' activities and well-being. At Park View Estates Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Car ...
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Customized meals and dining experiences. Meals and dining experiences are personalized to accommodate individual preferences and dietary restrictions. For instance, at Sunrise of Orange, the chef accommodates specialized diets, and residents look forward to delicious and nutritious meals every day. At Crescendo Senior Living Assiste ...
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AI generated from the text of family reviews

Fountain Valley review score based on 413 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 413 reviews of 66 Fountain Valley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fountain Valley review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Fountain Valley review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Fountain Valley, CA66 facilities
8.4
8.6
Costa Mesa, CA51 facilities

Review subcategories for Fountain Valley memory care

When memory care 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 413 reviews of 66 Fountain Valley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Fountain Valley resident and family memory care 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.
Fountain Valley, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Fountain Valley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fountain Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Fountain Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.3%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.6%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.8%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.9%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.2%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fountain Valley memory care

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 Fountain Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.1%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.3%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fountain Valley memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fountain Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
59.1%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.2%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.7%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Fountain Valley memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fountain Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.2%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.4%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fountain Valley memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Fountain Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
71.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.2%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.8%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.6%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
28.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Fountain Valley

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Fountain Valley protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Carmel Village, Park View Estates Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care and Atria Golden Creek are the top-rated memory care facilities near Fountain Valley, California. See full list of communities.
There are 80 memory care facilities near Fountain Valley, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Fountain Valley, California are Atria Golden Creek, Palos Verdes Villa and Harbor Terrace Retirement Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 80 memory care facilities near you in Fountain Valley, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fountain Valley, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Fountain Valley, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Fountain Valley, California ranges from $750 to $16100. The average Memory Care cost in Fountain Valley, California is $4,995. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Fountain Valley, California typically starts at $750. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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