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If you are looking for a place to put a loved one in, I would very highly recommend Fountain View Residential Care for the Elderly on San Francisco St. in Fountain Valley. They are the nicest people working...
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.
Fountain View Care Home is a residential care home that is located in Fountain Valley, CA in Orange County. The calm and free from pollution location is not only a great haven for the seniors but also a great location for their visiting friends and families with plenty of decent and affordable...
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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.
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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Love Coastside Senior Home! [names removed] held my hand as I took baby steps transitioning mom from independent living. Steps that led to a nurturing and caring lifestyle for mom where she feels and 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.
Coastside Senior Home is a senior living community located in Half Moon Bay, California. We pride ourselves in being one of the largest and most secured communities developed specifically for seniors living in the area. We have beautiful homes available for either rent or purchase so that you can...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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Writing about Anaheim Crown Plaza: my home As each month goes by , I’ve become more certain that this is my permanent residence. I’ve been President of Resident Council for 14 years and while people have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
The Anaheim Crown Plaza in Anaheim, California is here to make your loved one's journey into retirement a pleasant one. Dine on the shaded patio or take a stroll across our exquisitely landscaped yard for a breath of fresh air in this resort-like retirement community. Our staff are not only here...
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Cost of assisted living in Orange, CA

The average cost of senior living in Orange is $3,951 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coronita, CA with an average of $3,863 per month.

Assisted living costs in Orange, CA, vs. nearby cities

Orange, CA
$3,951/mo
$3,950/mo

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

Orange, CA
$3,951/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,951/mo
$4,839/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,223/mo
Private
$5,163/mo
Studio
$5,232/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,692/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,078/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,054/mo

Senior living costs in Orange 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, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOrange, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,951/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,839/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,880/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Orange, CA:$3,951/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Orange, CA:$4,839/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Orange, CA:$3,880/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Orange, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Orange 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Orange, CA$5,236/mo$4,890/mo+7.1%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Orange, CA
2024 average cost:$5,236/mo
2023 average cost:$4,890/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Orange, 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.

What families are saying about assisted living in Orange

Recent reviews for assisted living in Orange

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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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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Orange review score based on 407 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 407 reviews of 180 Orange assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Orange 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 review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Orange, CA180 facilities
8.5
Villa Park, CA216 facilities
8.5
Anaheim, CA264 facilities

Review subcategories for Orange 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 407 reviews of 180 Orange assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Orange 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
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.1
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.6
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
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Orange assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orange assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orange, 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 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 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
53.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.8%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
61.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.8%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.4%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Orange 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 Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Orange, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orange 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 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
17.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Orange 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 communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Orange, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
22.8%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orange 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 offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Orange, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
14.4%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Orange

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 protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Oakmont of Orange, Sunrise of Orange and Park Plaza are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Orange, California. See full list of communities.
There are 251 assisted living facilities near Orange, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Orange, California are Atria Golden Creek, Blessings Senior Care and Sunrise of Yorba Linda. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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