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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Orange County, CA

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Overall, it's been a positive experience, and I would recommend them. I have peace of mind that they are taking good care of my loved one. I think the staff are great. The only thing that's lacking is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Heathers - Seaside Cottage I provides residents with a fantastic level of care, with a team of caregivers and staff in long term positions, along with visiting medical professionals and therapists. Awake night staff, licensed for dementia care and bedridden hospice care, provide around the...
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Before Nina opened her care home she cared for my mother until her death. I can testify to her being one of the most caring kind person I have ever met. You and your parents will never regret choosing Nina...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Making the decision to move a loved one into a care facility is not always an easy one. The staff at Nina's Care Home understands this and will work with you and your loved one to make the transition as smooth as possible. Nina's Care Home is located in beautiful and historic Eureka,...
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So far it's okay. The care seems to be good. The staff is fine, they're friendly. I was a little bit worried about the level care a larger place would provide and what they would charge for that. I knew what...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We are a home health company that takes care of the elderly in southeast Michigan. We know how difficult it is when elderly loved ones develop health problems. At some point, everyone must deal with the issue including those of us in the health care field. That is why we work closely with...
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My mom is well taken care of here. The staff is very helpful. A nice environment for others. I would recommend this for other families.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Olivera Residential Home, located in Mission Viejo, CA provides the perfect setting for the beloved elderly people in your family. This is an assisted living residence that allows senior citizens who can no longer manage independent living to enjoy the assistance they need without sacrificing...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mission Viejo Care Cottages provide an elegant residential home care environment with care programs emphasizing optimal nutrition, hydration, mental simulation and physical activity. This program was developed to promote comfort, health, and well being. Our caregivers provide the highest...
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A truly exceptional place for my mom. The care she receives is wonderful. The staff makes her feel great. It has a home atmosphere that makes it feel like they haven't left...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Tucked away and conveniently located outside of Century City in Los Angeles, you will find the perfect location for your mom and/or dad. We have parents too so we know how important it is to make sure that they are safe and happy. We are known for having caring professionals who become family...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Granny's Place IIGranny`s Place II is a senior care home located in Mission Viejo, California, located in Orange County. The residential home care is built in a single-story structure to ensure easy accessibility. This is the best place to be and have family member due to the friendly environment...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Compassionate care by trained professional in a beautiful upscale residential setting. Highest staff ratio in Orange County. - A fresh shift of caregivers every 8hrs – 24hr awake staff to serve your loved ones needs.- Delicious and well balanced home cooked meals and snacks; special diets...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Aegean Hills Senior Living is a residential care home located in the beautiful city of Mission Viejo, in southern Orange County, California. Our city has sunny blue skies and warm weather all year round with a beautiful natural landscape and breathtaking mountainous regions, perfect for seniors...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Superior Elderly CareSuperior Elderly Care is a residential care home dedicated to serving seniors in Mission Viejo, California, along with southern Orange County and surrounding areas. If you love the picturesque scenery of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Mission Viejo is the place for you. ...
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My Mom came to this hime after being in large retirement facilities and had the best care! She had an incontinence issue and I never found her wet or bed unmade or dirty laundry and she never had any...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Thank you for you interest in Golden Coast Senior Living for your loved one! Golden Coast Senior Living, has five homes in Mission Viejo, each home is licensed for six residents. Our Mission is to provide care that enables your loved to experience quality living and afford you the peace of mind...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of Adriana Elderly Care Home IV
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Activity Director: 'A LITTE BIT OF JOY' Some people are not physically or mentally able to live in their own homes. For these people, Adriana Elderly Care Homes, Inc (AECH.Inc) board and care offers the best available alternative option. We provide necessary assistance in a homelike...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
When considering long term care, you should know that we're the cure for the proverbial care home cabin fever. It's just not a problem at Country Gardens Terrace. Unlike other small care facilities, we provide a much higher staff-to-resident ratio (1:3) needed tp enable our guests to participate...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Irving Cottage II is a micro community assisted living home in Irving, California. Irving cottage II is part of Irving Cottages, which owns and operates a system of 11 elder care micro-community homes providing the best possible care for Alzheimer's patients in all stages of need. Irving Cottages...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Dulce's Care Home is just what it sounds like. It's a care home for the elderly who want to live in a nurturing environment where they receive assisted living services and get the medical care they need as well. The aim of this home is to make sure that every resident feels comfortable in their...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Born from the need to provide the best care possible for our own aging father, Guardian Senior Homes now offers 24-hour care and assistance for seniors in a warm, safe and loving home environment. Our caring staff is available around the clock to help you with all aspects of daily living...
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I would have to say my favorite thing about this community is how accommodating the staff have been to my mother. They defiantly make sure to pay extra attention to her throughout the day and provide her...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
LR Care Home knows how important it is for you to have the best care available for your loved ones when they begin to experience changing health conditions that limit their ability to live on their own. We pride ourselves on providing state of the art, cutting edge senior care that stimulates...
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Aurora Gardens provides excellent care including nutritious meals, well maintained home and caring providers. The owners are "by the book" for licensing which I appreciate.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The gorgeous assisted living community known as Aurora Gardens is located in Mission Viejo, California. Aurora Gardens can be a wonderful community for your loved one because we pride ourselves in offering some of the very best amenities in the area. Your loved one will be able to live in their...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our elderly home is managed and operated by a registered nurse with vast experience in elderly care. We follow-up with all medical appointments and orders and provide assistance for your loved ones activities of daily living. Our home is secure and safe with a huge yard to promote outside...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A Perfect Home is the perfect place to leave a loved one. This senior care facility has proven to provide quality care for all elderly individuals that reside here. The difference from this care facility compared to others is that the staff does everything in its power to cater towards the...

Cost of assisted living in Orange County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Orange County is $3,966 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coronita, CA with an average of $3,866 per month.

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Orange County, CA
$3,966/mo
$3,980/mo
$4,203/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, vs. state and national averages

Orange County, CA
$3,966/mo
U.S. national average
$4,565/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,966/mo
$5,039/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,600/mo
Studio
$4,625/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,191/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,291/mo

Senior living costs in Orange County 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: Orange County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOrange County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,966/mo$4,371/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$5,039/mo$5,275/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living$4,134/mo$4,509/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Orange County, CA:$3,966/mo
California:$4,371/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Orange County, CA:$5,039/mo
California:$5,275/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Orange County, CA:$4,134/mo
California:$4,509/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Orange County 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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Assisted living cost trends in Orange County, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Orange County 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
Orange County, CA$5,802/mo$5,706/mo+1.7%
California$5,677/mo$5,370/mo+5.7%
National$5,379/mo$5,132/mo+4.8%
Orange County, CA
2024 average cost:$5,802/mo
2023 average cost:$5,706/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
California
2024 average cost:$5,677/mo
2023 average cost:$5,370/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,379/mo
2023 average cost:$5,132/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Orange County, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Orange County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Orange County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Orange County

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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Monterey Peninsula III in Corona, CA

3.8
My dad's only been there about a month and a half. Overall, I'd have to say a four out of five. There were a lot of factors taken into account: location, convenience. I am very happy with their helpfulness and their ability to answer questions Their patients, including my father, are ...
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Monterey Peninsula IV in Corona, CA

5.0
This community just worked our perfectly, our loved one was from Hawaii and they were familiar with the their food traditions which was nice. It was very clean. and the staff members were great, we thought it was a really good value and the care excellent.

Orange County review score based on 280 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 280 reviews of 191 Orange County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Orange County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Orange County review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Orange County, CA191 facilities
8.7
Irvine, CA295 facilities
8.3
Tustin, CA158 facilities

Review subcategories for Orange County assisted living

When assisted living 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 280 reviews of 191 Orange County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Orange County resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Orange County assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Orange County 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
50.3%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.4%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
51.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.7%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Orange County assisted living

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 Orange County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.8%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.5%
42%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orange County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Orange County 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
12%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.9%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.6%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Orange County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Orange County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.1%
36.2%
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orange County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Orange County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Orange County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.5%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.1%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
19.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
9.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Orange County

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

Related senior services in Orange County, California

In Orange County, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Orange County, California is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Orange County include bus and rail transportation through the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). Seniors may receive fare discounts. Orange County has fair biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable in certain areas.

Orange County offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Hoag Hospital Irvine and UCI Medical Center.

Orange County houses a number of large cities and many renowned attractions from Disney California Adventure Park to Newport Beach. In this adventurous landscape, seniors have a wide range of activities to choose from. Whether strolling the manicured gardens at San Juan Capistrano or antiquing in historic Old Towne Orange, you’ll find countless opportunities for relaxation and exploration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Goodmornings Home Care, Atria Golden Creek and Comfort Keepers Home Care II are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Orange County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 280 assisted living facilities near Orange County, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Orange County, California are Atria Golden Creek, Oakmont of Orange and Atria San Juan. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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