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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Santa Ana, CA
If your loved one needs memory care in Santa Ana, A Place for Mom can help. With 87 memory care facilities in Santa Ana, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Santa Ana incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Santa Ana memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Santa Ana, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Anaheim, Anaheim Resort and Hansen.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Whittier, La Mirada and Huntington Beach.
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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.
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I think they do a great job overall at Knott Avenue Care Center. I really appreciated how much they were able to work with me when I came to finances. They really focus on the customer service and care here....
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.
Knott Avenue Care Center is a top rated senior care nursing facility located in beautiful Buena Park, California. We pride ourselves in offering the very best in around the clock sub acute, post acute, and medically complex care. Our expert staff has the training, knowledge, and friendliness...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Santa Ana, CA
The average cost of senior living in Santa Ana is $4,837 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brea, CA with an average of $4,704 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Santa Ana, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Santa Ana, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Santa Ana vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Santa Ana, CA by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Santa Ana over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Santa Ana
Recent reviews for memory care in Santa Ana
Westminster Terrace Senior Living
5.0
It's been a much better experience than I thought. Mom has been happy with the food, activities, and staff. Yes, I'd absolutely recommend to others.
Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano
5.0
We love the classic, intimate 2 story design, and semi-hidden location. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend Ivy Park at San Juan to other families.
Arbor Palms Senior Living in Anaheim, CA
5.0
We have had no issues at all with Arbor Palms it has been a great experience, our family is really happy and our loved one seems to be very happy. He is enjoying being able to be around other residents and the staff do a good job keeping our loved ones room really clean. Based on our experience ...
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Santa Ana review score based on 484 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 484 reviews of 74 Santa Ana memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Santa Ana 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
Santa Ana review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Santa Ana 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 484 reviews of 74 Santa Ana memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Ana 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.Santa Ana, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Santa Ana memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Ana memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
77%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.1%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.9%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.2%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.8%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.4%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.9%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.4%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.8%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
56.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.2%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
51.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
67.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.5%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.2%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.6%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.1%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
63.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rowntree Gardens, Crescendo Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care and Palos Verdes Villa are the top-rated memory care facilities near Santa Ana, California. See full list of communities.
There are 87 memory care facilities near Santa Ana, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Santa Ana, California are Rowntree Gardens, Crescendo Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care and Palos Verdes Villa. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 87 memory care facilities near you in Santa Ana, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, California ranges from $750 to $16100. The average Memory Care cost in Santa Ana, California is $4,837. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Santa Ana, 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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