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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.
Cameo Turtle Rock II is peacefully nestled in the gorgeous Costa Meca, CA. We provide personalized care to meet your loved ones needs. There is a comfortable and relaxing home environment in every detail of the home. Our residents become easily adapted to their new home. This is especially...
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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
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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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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.
Newport Heights Manor is a senior care home located in sunny Costa Mesa, California in Orange County. Located just east of Newport Beach and just south of Huntington Beach, the city of Costa Mesa is very close to many recreational areas as well as shopping venues. The city is just a couple...
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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.
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
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.
Meadowlark Gardens on CornellMeadowlark Gardens on Cornell is a senior care home located in Huntington Beach, California, in Orange County. Bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the Southwest, Huntington Beach is known for its 9.5 mile stretch of sandy beach, and its excellent surfing conditions....
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Vintage Newport West can provide the level of assistance needed to meet even the most challenging needs of our residents. Both Communities have caring long-term staff and a family atmosphere. Our delicious home-style cooking and professional capabilities provide each resident the opportunity to...
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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.
Since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens has been serving Huntington Beach with high quality assisted living. Our 8 homes are very clean and kept in tip top shape by a dedicated owner with a staff of long standing employee caregivers who truly enjoy helping our residents. This home features:6 private rooms
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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.
Cameo Turtle Rock I Cameo Turtle Rock I, located in Irvine, California, is a residential care home specializing in senior care, including dementia, memory, and cognitive care. Located within a regional park, Cameo Turtle Rock I, is centrally located between Santa Ana, San Diego Creek, and the...
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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.
Bronwyn Residential Care is a residential care home located in the lively and vibrant city of Anaheim, in Orange County, California. Our beautiful city has blue sunny skies all year round, perfect for residents and loved ones who enjoy outdoor recreational activities. Our city is also home to...
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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.
Cameo Lighthouse is located in the beautiful area of Corona Del Mar, CA. Here at the Lighthouse we cater to seniors who are still very active and alert and desire an intimate home setting, as well as those senior residents that have mild dementia. We encourage all of residents to stay active and...
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They've done a good job so far at Sunny Ridge Manor Home. It's a nice looking, well kept place, and the staff are all very friendly. They've been very kind to my loved one, and they seem to take great care...
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.
We offer a unique personalized service in a family home atmosphere. Our primary objective is to maintain the highest level of self-esteem and dignity, while advocating the needs to address your love ones special needs and concerns. To enhance social interaction, maintain physical conception and...
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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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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
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.
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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My mom was a resident here for eight years. [name removed] and everyone who worked there was truly amazing. The care they provided was loving and professional. As my moms dementia progressed, they modified...
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 Angel Guest Care Home is a clean and comfortable, small and privately owned assisted living center located in Anaheim, CA. Our specialized community and staff focus on individuals in need of daily Alzheimer's care and/or assistance. With licensed accommodations for only six senior citizens,...
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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.
Garden View VillaGarden View Villa is a residential care home located in the quiet residential town of Anaheim, CA in Orange County. Our charming community is situated in an upscale environment and it overlooks stunning theme parks. Visiting family members will find Anaheim to be relaxed and...
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The people are caring and hard working and barely take days off because they work around the clock to care for your loved ones. The only thing I didn’t like is that if the person that they are caring for...
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.
California Elderly Residential Care homes are located in the Anaheim, Buena Park and Cypress areas in Southern California. Our facilities have 6-bed capacities and are duly licensed by the State of California, Department of Social Services. We provide homes for seniors who need assistance in...
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The whole experience has been excellent. It has made a difficult decision easy to deal with. The facility seemed really clean to me. The staff has been very friendly and accommodating. They seem very caring....
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.
Reylyne Manor is located in Anaheim, CA in Orange County. This residential care home is available to those who are looking to live in an area that is full of opportunities for fun and adventure. Anaheim provides residents and guests with the chance to visit Disneyland Park, Yorba Regional Park,...
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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.
Alternative Senior Care of Santa Ysabell offers the best when it comes to a cozy, and relaxed senior living facility, where your loved one can and will feel at home on the next step of their journey. It's all about real quality care, where your loved one will feel at home, safe, and at peace with...
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Great friendly family own facility. Well oriented of the Dementia population. Caring people. Clean and affordable. Very reasonable and workable management
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Thank you for expressing interest in Karlton. We are a licensed 70-bed care center located in Orange County. Our facility has been designed for elderly persons requiring assisted living due to Alzheimer's Disease or other related disorders. We offer a secure environment with two patios and...
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Provides: Assisted 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.

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%
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 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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Friendliness
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Care services
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Meals & dining
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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
48.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69%
57.9%
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%
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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 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.
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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
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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
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36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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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
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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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