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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.
Precious Moments RCFE is located in the beautiful, peaceful, prime neighborhood of Tustin/Foothill area. Precious Moments RCFE was established to fill the void in supplying quality care and dependability for the elderly. We take personal pride of our newly remodeled facility. Your loved ones will...
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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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My grandmother received wonderful daily care from Villa and all her amazing staff. Grandma was in a large assisted living facility until she needed more personalized attention. A nurse at a skilled nursing...
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.
John Villa's Home Care John Villa's Home Care is a senior care home located in the exclusive city of Costa Mesa, CA in Orange County. Our community enjoys the stunning views of the skyline and a beautifully sculptured plateau. Costa Mesa is home to world-class restaurants, performing arts venues,...
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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.
There comes a time in life when people get to a point where they are not physically or mentally able to live on their own. Grace’s Home offers the best possible alternative to people who are at that point in their lives. Our home provides a family environment for a smooth transition from...
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My spouse's first couple of weeks were rough. The director, [name removed], spent extra time with him, his doctor adjusted his meds, and he has settled in. We both like the staff and the meals are good. ...
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 Lincoln House, located in beautiful Orange County California, is part of a group of Alternative Senior Care homes. Alternative Senior Care, or ASL, was designed by a family when a loved one was diagnosed with dementia. After care became overwhelming and the loved one could no longer do any of...
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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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No place is going to be perfect but this home seems to really suite the needs of my father very well. The staff are friendly, patient and genuinely caring. Its a spacious, beautiful home that is open, bright...
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.
Jessica Manor is located in beautiful Fountain Valley, California and can be the ideal resting home for your elderly parent. In many cases, elderly parents require routine care that you might just not have the time to provide. Here at Jessica Manor, we pride ourselves in providing superior care...
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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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Wonderful care in a lovely home setting with impeccable care and delicious meals. Flor treats my mom with dignity and love even when she is having a bad day. Gorgeous backyard to get some sunshine. She keeps...
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.
When you make your home at Orangeville Guest Home, you become part of our extended family. You're among people who know and value you. Our staff and administration is dedicated and trained to provide safe, quality, and interactive care for our residents. It is our philosophy at Orangeville Guest...
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This home is clean and well taken care of. The food is homemade and good. I am greeted by everyone and I can pop in any time. She has some friends there. They offer activities and even take my Mother in...
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.
Tuyet-Nga (or Nancy) Tran is the current owner/administrator of OC Swidler Guest Home. She has a great deal of passion for people and providing care, especially the aging senior population. Nancy is very hands on and involved who loves providing personal care for her residents.OC Swidler Guest...
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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.
Cyecrest Guest Home is a senior care home situated in the great Orange City, California in Orange County. Our community consists of a well organized neighborhood, which has sufficient infrastructure to cater for health, transportation and social welfare of our seniors. Our residence is built in...
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My loved one is a resident at Fountain Valley Senior Care and everything has been great! It also doesn't cost as much as a Facility. They only house 5-6 residents. Right now, the residents are female and she...
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 Valley Senior Care is a beautifully landscaped residence where private and independent senior living is a priority. Our assisted living program is the answer for children who worry about elderly parents living alone. In conjunction with residents, families, administrators, caregivers...
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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.
Loving Care Senior Home Loving Care Senior Home is located in Fountain Valley, CA and serves Orange County. The residential care home is located just off the coast and a short distance from Santa Ana and Anaheim. Los Angeles is also just up the road from the region. This area of the country has...
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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.
95294 - Fountain Gardens #2 If you are looking for a senior care facility for your aging parents, check out Fountain Gardens # 2. The complex is located in beautiful Orange County, California, near the Fountain Valley Golf Club and Miles Square Park. At this assisted living facility,...
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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.
Irvine Cottage 9 is located in Newport Beach, CA in Orange County. The residential care home has a lovely setting with a relatively small population. This city is also the home to Newport Harbor and sometimes, seniors can hear the faint sounds of boats coming and going from the sea. The peaceful...
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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.
Assured Horizons' caring approach starts from the heart. We are dedicated to serve and care for each resident as a family member. That means kind, loving and professional care in a warm and comfortable home. Every detail of our care, the staff, our homes, the food, medication supervision,...
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Carnelian Villas was a wonderful assisted living facility for my mom. The care my mom received was amazing. The facility gave my mom excellent care, nourishing meals, companionship, and support during her...
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.
Going Above and Beyond We focus on providing high quality care in a relaxed, family-style environment. Wellness and peace of mind are of prime importance to us. We are flexible and cater to the needs of our residents while providing extended care and supervision
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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.
Now serving two locations in Orange County, California.   Call us today for more information or a facility tour!   Elvie Hawk, Licensed Administrator
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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.
Caring Partners Home Care Agency, LLC is an in home care service owned by registered nurses with over 20 years of experience. Caring Partners is dedicated to providing one on one attention and personalizing their service to meet your or your loved one's needs. Whether you are recovering from a...
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I like this nice commnity for the good care for my mom. We like the staff who are very attentive to her needs. The community is always clean and maintained. I like knowing that my mom is happy with the menu...
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.
Lifted Assisted Care is a senior care home located in the city of Huntington Beach, California in Orange County. Huntington Beach is a unique and interesting city full of a wide variety of recreation and cultural and historical sites. The city is best known for its white sandy beaches right on...
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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.
Brightwoods Home IBrightwoods Home I is located in Anaheim, CA in beautiful and lush Orange County. This residential care home provides you with a safe place to live in an area that is full of things to do and see. When you spend time in Anaheim you will find that the area has much to offer, and...
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So far things have gone well at Best Elderly Care! It's a nice looking residential care type facility, things are always clean and well kept. The staff have all been very friendly and personable and seem to...
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.
Best Elderly Care I is located in a beautiful and prestigious area of Villa Park city. This home has all private rooms at affordable prices and it is owned and administrated by a Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience. She worked in several hospitals in Orange County getting trained in...
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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.
New Era Guest Home II is senior care home located in the amazing Garden Grove, California, in Orange County. Our community is well positioned in an area that is tranquil oversees the beautiful nature surrounding it. This is exactly what any senior would dream of when it comes to a place to live....
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Santa Ana, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Ana is $3,936 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seal Beach, CA with an average of $3,895 per month.

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

Santa Ana, CA
$3,936/mo
$3,967/mo

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

Santa Ana, CA
$3,936/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,936/mo
$4,835/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,454/mo
Private
$5,165/mo
Studio
$5,402/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,771/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,769/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,169/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Ana 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, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Ana, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,936/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,835/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,052/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Ana, CA:$3,936/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Santa Ana, CA:$4,835/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Santa Ana, CA:$4,052/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Santa Ana, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Santa Ana 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, CA$5,199/mo$4,980/mo+4.4%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Santa Ana, CA
2024 average cost:$5,199/mo
2023 average cost:$4,980/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
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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 Santa Ana, 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.

What families are saying about assisted living in Santa Ana

Recent reviews for assisted living in Santa Ana

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and approachability of the staff at various communities, such as Westminster Terrace Senior Living, Brookdale Valley View, and Brookdale Brookhurst. The friendly demeanor of the staff creates a welcoming atmosphere for residents and their families.
Thoughtfully planned activities. Activities are another key feature mentioned in numerous reviews, with residents and families expressing appreciation for the wide range of offerings at communities like Brookdale Anaheim, Belmont Village Aliso Viejo, and Brookdale Brookhurst. These activities help keep residents active, e ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food is a consistent theme, with residents at Brookdale Nohl Ranch, Citrus Hills Senior Living, and Atria Golden Creek expressing their enjoyment and appreciation for the meals. The chefs at these communities cater to individual dietary needs and ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. Communities like Sunrise of Yorba Linda, Westminster Terrace Senior Living, and Meridian at Anaheim Hills take pride in maintaining their facilities to provide a comfortab ...
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Dedicated and compassionate caregivers. Several reviews highlight the compassionate and dedicated nature of the caregivers at various communities, including Brookdale Nohl Ranch, Brookdale Brookhurst, and Park Plaza. Families and residents express their gratitude for the individualized attention and emotional support provided by ...
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Open and transparent communication. Families and residents appreciate the clear and consistent communication between them and the community staff, as mentioned in reviews for Sunrise of Yorba Linda, Carmel Village, and Brookdale Irvine. This open dialogue helps ensure that care needs are being met and that loved ones feel in ...
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Santa Ana review score based on 465 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 465 reviews of 232 Santa Ana assisted living 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 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 review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Santa Ana, CA232 facilities
8.3
Tustin, CA228 facilities
8.4
Fountain Valley, CA281 facilities

Review subcategories for Santa Ana 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 465 reviews of 232 Santa Ana assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Ana 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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Santa Ana assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Ana assisted living 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 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 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
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34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Ana 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 Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santa Ana, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Ana 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 partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Ana, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.2%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Ana 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 communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Ana, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
18.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Ana 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 offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Ana, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
11.2%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.9%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Santa Ana

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

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