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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.
Jana Marie Guest Home is located in Fountain Valley, CA and serves Orange County. This residential care home enjoys year round mild temperatures and occasional ocean breezes. It is a wonderful place to live and draws family members and friends in for visits as well. The smaller town is a quiet,...
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This is a nice community. The only issues I have is that they need more activities and more socializing. It's not good for them to be sitting around and watching TV. The other issue I have is that it needs...
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.
Our home-like and safe senior living home facility of Valley Guest Home II is located in the city of Fountain Valley, California within minutes of major hospitals and freeways. Our goal at Valley Guest Home II is to assure that your senior family members are provided with essential...
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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.
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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.
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It was the perfect place for my mother. The house was always clean and smelled good. All food that was served was fresh and organic. They puréed food for my mom since she had trouble swallowing. The...
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.
Beginning her career as a nurse in the Philippines before moving to California, Corazon Lopez opened her own residential care home, in 2000. Corazon and her staff love taking care of people and have extraordinary skills in helping those with memory care needs.Diamond Manor has four rooms (both...
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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.
    WHISPERING OAKS...a gentle, comfortable Home for Life, catering to older adults with memory loss     Three adorable, warm, family homes with 6-beds capacity, nestled in the heart of prestigious City of Irvine in close proximity to parks, doctor offices,...
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I really liked it there. I loved the caregivers, Susan and Mel, they are really really wonderful. I thought it was a great place. The only thing, financially there were some issues and my brother didn't like...
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.
   WHISPERING OAKS...a gentle, comfortable Home for Life, catering to older adults with memory loss     Three adorable, warm, family homes with 6-beds capacity, nestled in the heart of the prestigious city of Irvine in close proximity to parks, doctor offices, hospital,...
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My mother has been at Bubbe & Zayde's Place for 8 years. The owners and staff are the most caring, responsible, loving people in the world. They have become my family, all of them. So glad that I found...
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.
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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.
Cheerful Heart Home II is an assisted living community located in the beautiful city of Huntington Beach, California. Huntington Beach is a seaside city situated in Orange County and is known for its bustling downtown district, its large Central Park and its year-round activities and events. The...
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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.
Our highly trained staff is committed to the well being of your loved ones! Providing individual care each resident requires. Our safe and secure environment grants families 'peace of mind' you deserve.
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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.
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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.
The Little Company, Inc. - Amaganset The Little Company is a spacious, elegant senior care manor in Tustin, CA is perfect for those looking for assisted living that is a cut above the rest. Because we are so close to the Interstate 5, residents are always a short drive away from Orange County's...
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My mother-in-law is staying here. She is really happy and is thriving. The caregiver has a degree in geriatrics and she is really knowledgeable about how to deal with the elderly. She's so good with getting...
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.
Huntington Beach California is a lovely area with moderate temperatures, friendly people, and many opportunities to get involved with public activities. The neighborhoods are well kept and boast a comfortable way of living in a serene atmosphere. Parks are located throughout the area and offer...
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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.
Candlewood Care Home III is located in North Tustin, California and offers senior residents an assisted living environment that strives to make them feel comfortable. Six fully furnished spaces have an independent apartment feel, which gives each resident as much privacy and independence as they...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Bubbe & Zayde's Place is located in the lovely Santa Ana section of Orange County California. We believe that independence is important and offer quality care that is catered to the level needed by each resident. Our holistic approach to senior care ensures comfortable independent living for all...
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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.
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It is run by two people who take care of the five people there and they are very attentive. They help my wife manage her diabetes and provide a high level of care. They offer a good amount of activities...
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.
Our highly trained staff is committed to the well being of your loved ones! Providing individual care each resident requires.Our safe and secure environment grants families "peace of mind" you deserve.
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I was not able to give this care home a 5 as I think the residents spent to much time sitting. I think they could offer some exercise classes or more activities. They do take them for a walk every morning...
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 Golden Years Guest Home is conveniently located in the heart of Tustin, CA. It is a small family owned facility, with access to caregivers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your loved ones will be cared for by professionals. The owner, Zeny Deocampo, is a registered nurse with over forty years...
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She was only there for two weeks, but they are a five. They were amazing. She's in the late stages of Alzheimer's, and she bit the caregiver, so it didn't work out. We are Jewish, and they serve all Kosher...
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.
Bubbe & Zayde's Place IV is a small, warm senior living care center for Jewish families located in beautiful Santa Ana, California. We are known for our personal touch ù only six patients are admitted to our elderly care center at a time, which means our highly trained staff can give your parents...
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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.
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The home is in a lovely, residential neighborhood. It is bright, airy and very clean. I am so happy with my Dad's care. The caregivers are wonderful. They are caring , patient, empathetic and make sure to...
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.
At our Irvine Cottage 6 we care for your elderly loved one. We are located in beautiful Irving, California close to many medical facilities, shopping and many other off-site activities. Our residents are encouraged to socialize, keep busy and have fun. We even customize our outings and activities...
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This is a good community with good care. The staff members are very helpful and very patient. The food seems to be good. They do have activities for participation. This community comes highly recommended for...
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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.
There is nothing more assuring to you than knowing that your loved one is in the best care when you are unable to perform the needs that they require. You want to sleep peacefully knowing that they are comfortable, happy and healthy doing things that they love with others of the same community....
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We chose this community because it was less then a mile from were we lived. Hazel and Conrad are great people and great care givers. The meals looked really good and they were always very cheerful and seemed...
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.
Irvine Cottage 5 is beautifully located in Irvine, CA. We offer a senior living community in a cottage home. The beautifully landscaped grounds present a feeling of calmness and pleasantries. The surroundings, d?cor and amenities are just a few of the details that enhance the resident's style of...

Cost of assisted living in Santa Ana Heights, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Ana Heights is $4,000 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seal Beach, CA with an average of $3,895 per month.

Assisted living costs in Santa Ana Heights, CA, vs. nearby cities

Santa Ana Heights, CA
$4,000/mo

Assisted living costs in Santa Ana Heights, CA, vs. state and national averages

Santa Ana Heights, CA
$4,000/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Santa Ana Heights, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,000/mo
$4,984/mo

Assisted living costs in Santa Ana Heights, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,555/mo
Private
$5,144/mo
Studio
$5,489/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,815/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,259/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,697/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Ana Heights 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: Santa Ana Heights, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Ana Heights, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,000/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,984/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,195/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Ana Heights, CA:$4,000/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Santa Ana Heights, CA:$4,984/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Santa Ana Heights, CA:$4,195/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Santa Ana Heights, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Santa Ana Heights 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
Santa Ana Heights, CA$5,288/mo$5,387/mo-1.8%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Santa Ana Heights, CA
2024 average cost:$5,288/mo
2023 average cost:$5,387/mo
Percent change:-1.8%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
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 Santa Ana Heights, 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 Santa Ana Heights.

What families are saying about assisted living in Santa Ana Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Santa Ana Heights

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

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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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Santa Ana Heights review score based on 324 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 324 reviews of 144 Santa Ana Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Santa Ana Heights 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

Santa Ana Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Santa Ana Heights, CA144 facilities
8.4
Costa Mesa, CA216 facilities
8.3
Newport Beach, CA162 facilities

Review subcategories for Santa Ana Heights 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 324 reviews of 144 Santa Ana Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Ana Heights 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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Meals & dining
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Santa Ana Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Ana Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Ana Heights, 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 Heights 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 Santa Ana Heights 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.8%
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
56.3%
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.3%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.3%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.4%
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Ana Heights 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 Santa Ana Heights 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
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Ana Heights 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 Santa Ana Heights 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
15.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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No sugar
No sugar
23.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Ana Heights 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 Santa Ana Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Ana Heights, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
18.1%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Ana Heights 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 Santa Ana Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Ana Heights, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Santa Ana Heights

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