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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Santa Ana, CA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Santa Ana, A Place for Mom can help. With 87 memory care facilities in Santa Ana, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Santa Ana incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Santa Ana memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Santa Ana, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Anaheim, Anaheim Resort and Hansen.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Whittier, Huntington Beach and La Mirada.

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Photo of Newport Villa
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Newport Villa West
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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
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.
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
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.
Photo of Acacia Villas
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My dad is doing very well and I have no complaints and I have not heard anything negative from him. He has the biggest room next to dining room, activity room, and everything else. It is a fantastic room...
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.
As a well-established retirement community in Fullerton, Acacia Villas provides a warm, family-like environment in a comfortable, homey atmosphere. Acacia Villas features 66 apartments, two large living rooms with a large-screen television, an attractively landscaped central courtyard, and a...
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Provides: Memory Care
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.
Photo of VIP Adult Day Health Care Centers
Provides: Memory Care
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.
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I think they do a great job overall at Knott Avenue Care Center. I really appreciated how much they were able to work with me when I came to finances. They really focus on the customer service and care here....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Knott Avenue Care Center is a top rated senior care nursing facility located in beautiful Buena Park, California. We pride ourselves in offering the very best in around the clock sub acute, post acute, and medically complex care. Our expert staff has the training, knowledge, and friendliness...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of memory care in Santa Ana, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Ana is $4,837 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brea, CA with an average of $4,704 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Santa Ana, CA vs. nearby cities

Santa Ana, CA
$4,837/mo
$4,932/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Santa Ana, CA vs. the state and national average

Santa Ana, CA
$4,837/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Santa Ana vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,837/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Santa Ana, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,746/mo
Studio
$5,407/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,927/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,051/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,038/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Santa Ana

Recent reviews for memory care in Santa Ana

Westminster Terrace Senior Living

5.0
It's been a much better experience than I thought. Mom has been happy with the food, activities, and staff. Yes, I'd absolutely recommend to others.

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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Country View Assisted Living in West Covina, CA

4.3
They could use more staff. The existing staff are all super hard working and quality caregivers. The facility is old but clean. I go often, at least weekly and it is always clean. Some meals are done well, but too often I see hot dogs, or lunch meat on white bread and chips served at ...
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Santa Ana review score based on 469 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 469 reviews of 75 Santa Ana memory care 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 memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

8.5
Santa Ana, CA75 facilities
8.5
Tustin, CA50 facilities
8.5
Fountain Valley, CA80 facilities

Review subcategories for Santa Ana memory care

When memory care 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 469 reviews of 75 Santa Ana memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Ana resident and family memory care 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.
Santa Ana, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Santa Ana memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Ana memory care 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 memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Santa Ana that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Santa Ana, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.2%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.4%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.1%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.6%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.1%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Ana memory care

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 Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santa Ana, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.2%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.6%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.8%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.7%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Ana memory care

Memory care 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
42%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
51.9%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.5%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.3%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Ana memory care

Our memory care 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
46.9%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.4%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
48.1%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.4%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Ana memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care 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
61.7%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.5%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.4%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.3%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.1%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
27.2%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.2%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 87 memory care facilities near Santa Ana, California. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Santa Ana, California are Rowntree Gardens, Crescendo Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care and Palos Verdes Villa. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 87 memory care facilities near you in Santa Ana, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Santa Ana, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Santa Ana, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Santa Ana, California ranges from $750 to $16100. The average Memory Care cost in Santa Ana, California is $4,837. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Santa Ana, California typically starts at $750. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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