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Residential care homes in Santa Ana may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. Santa Ana care homes typically take in fewer residents, meaning older adults know each resident in the home and develop strong friendships.

Older-adult care homes vary more than other options for senior living in Santa Ana, so families can choose from a wide range of prices, amenities, and services. A Place for Mom will work with you to understand the cost of care homes. From there, we’ll help you find the right fit, whether you’re staying on a budget or searching for luxury retirement communities.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Anaheim Resort, Platinum Triangle and West Anaheim.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Orange, West Covina and Huntington Beach.

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Residential Care Home Facilities near Santa Ana, CA

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I thought the place did a real good job. We thought that by moving my mother to a place with more activities she would be more involved. She had a good friend where we moved her from. She found the move...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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 Liberty Home is a senior care home that is located in the seaside city of Huntington Beach, CA and in Orange County. Huntington Beach is in southern California and is famously named after an American businessman, Henry E. Huntington. The city is a short drive to the beautiful...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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: Residential Care Home
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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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My father resided here for nearly 3 years. He recently passed away before his 94th birthday. During his stay, he was treated with love and respect from all staff members. Because the capacity is for only 6...
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.
Astoria Retirement Residences is a 6 bed home care facility for the elderly. An impressive luxury home design for your comfort and security awaits you... Each of the six private rooms feature fine furnishings, hardwood floor treatments and a fire sprinkler system for safety.
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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: Residential Care Home
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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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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: Residential Care Home
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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.
Eve's Guest Home is a residential care facility for the elderly. We are located away from the main road in a quiet neighborhood, close to churches, parks and minutes away from the mall. Our facility is in close proximity to the following hospitals; Anaheim Memorial, Placentia Linda, Kaiser...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Primrose Residential Care is a senior care home located in the lively town of Anaheim, CA in Orange County. Our charming community is located near the foothills of the beautiful Santa Ana Mountains. Anaheim is a wonderful place to live and a great city full of entertainment for visiting family...
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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.
Joy's Open Arms is a 6 bed residential care facility for the elderly.  It is located near the freeways and close to  a shopping mall and park.  Newly remodeled and wheelchair accessible. Joy Muzic RN MSHCA is the Administrator/Owner.  Our goal is to provide your loved one both...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A warm breeze is ever present at Cameo Mariners. The friendly, beautifully appointed residence for senior citizens is located at the heart of the coastal community, Newport Beach. This is the original site where the founders of Cameo opened their first residential home for the elderly, and they...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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: Residential Care Home
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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: Residential Care Home
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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 Astoria Retirement Residence is a residential care home located in the beautiful seaside city of Newport Beach, California. Our picturesque community features beautiful harbors and scenic views of the ocean with majestic shorelines. Newport Beach is a great place to live with an inviting...
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There is not one negative thing I can say about the care she received and the atmosphere that was created by the staff. Helpful, caring, fun & conscientious beyond belief & well beyond what was expected...
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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.
Nohl Ranch Elderly Care I is located in Orange, CA in Orange County. This residential care home is located in a place that is full of things to do and see. Orange offers residents and guests the opportunity to check out Heisler Park, Crystal Cove State Park, Newport Beach, and more. This area is...
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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 mother was there for almost two years. She was very will taken care of. Loving owners and staff.
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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.
Nohl Ranch Elderly Care is a senior care home located in the beautiful residential section of the city and county of Orange, California. Just miles from downtown Anaheim, residents of Nohl Ranch Elderly Care have convenient accessibility to a plethora of shopping, entertainment, and medical...
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I love this community it is just a few blocks from my house so I can visit often. It is always clean and kept up. The staff is kind, attentive, and patient. The director [Removed] has accommodated my mom's...
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 Heathers - Seaside Cottage provides residents with a fantastic level of care, with a team of caregivers and staff in long term positions, along with visiting medical professionals and therapists. Awake night staff, licensed for dementia care and bedridden hospice care, provide around the...
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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.
Exclusive Eldercare, Inc is family owned and operated by an RN, social work consultant and RCFE administrator with over 20 years experience.Our homes are luxurious assisted living facilities custom designed for up to 6 seniors and we offer a variety of living arrangements, amenities and services,...
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My brother and I knew instantly when we walked in that this was the right place for mom. The staff at The Amethyst Home were very efficient and friendly. It was the only facility I went to where people were...
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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.
Amethyst Home II is an unique place to live for the elderly with tons of amenities, located in Yorba Linda, CA. There are services offered such as assisted living, micro community, Alzheimer's care, hospice, and short term care. There is also a nearby hospital within 2 miles of the facility. Each...

Cost of care homes in Santa Ana, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Ana is $3,539 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cypress, CA with an average of $3,462 per month.

Residential care home costs in Santa Ana, CA, vs. nearby cities

Santa Ana, CA
$3,539/mo
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Residential care home costs in Santa Ana, CA, vs. state and national averages

Santa Ana, CA
$3,539/mo
U.S. national average
$3,577/mo

Residential care home costs in Santa Ana, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,835/mo
Residential Care Home
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Residential care home costs in Santa Ana, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,023/mo
Private
$5,037/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Ana vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 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.
Residential Care Home$3,539/mo$3,624/mo$3,577/mo
Assisted Living$3,936/mo$4,369/mo$4,564/mo
Memory Care$4,835/mo$5,271/mo$4,801/mo
Independent Living$4,052/mo$4,505/mo$4,022/mo
Residential Care Home
Santa Ana, CA:$3,539/mo
California:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$3,577/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Ana, CA:$3,936/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Memory Care
Santa Ana, CA:$4,835/mo
California:$5,271/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
Independent Living
Santa Ana, CA:$4,052/mo
California:$4,505/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about residential care home in Santa Ana

Recent reviews for residential care home in Santa Ana

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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Adelya Senior Home in Yorba Linda, CA

5.0
It was just divine timing that a spot had opened up there just before I was able to look at facilities. It was the first place we saw and it just felt completely right. Nothing has changed from that initial impression for any of us- it is clean, warm, and friendly. The residents are very well ...
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AJ Huntington Home #3 in Huntington Beach, CA

5.0
My friend has been receiving exceptional care from everyone in the community. The meals are presented very well it makes them look really good. I feel the community has been kept very clean and organized. My friend is safe most importantly. I would highly recommend AJ Huntington Home to ...
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