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Photo of Adriana Elderly Care Home IV
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.
Activity Director: 'A LITTE BIT OF JOY' Some people are not physically or mentally able to live in their own homes. For these people, Adriana Elderly Care Homes, Inc (AECH.Inc) board and care offers the best available alternative option. We provide necessary assistance in a homelike...
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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 considering long term care, you should know that we're the cure for the proverbial care home cabin fever. It's just not a problem at Country Gardens Terrace. Unlike other small care facilities, we provide a much higher staff-to-resident ratio (1:3) needed tp enable our guests to participate...
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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.
Irving Cottage II is a micro community assisted living home in Irving, California. Irving cottage II is part of Irving Cottages, which owns and operates a system of 11 elder care micro-community homes providing the best possible care for Alzheimer's patients in all stages of need. Irving Cottages...
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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.
Dulce's Care Home is just what it sounds like. It's a care home for the elderly who want to live in a nurturing environment where they receive assisted living services and get the medical care they need as well. The aim of this home is to make sure that every resident feels comfortable in their...
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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.
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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.
Born from the need to provide the best care possible for our own aging father, Guardian Senior Homes now offers 24-hour care and assistance for seniors in a warm, safe and loving home environment. Our caring staff is available around the clock to help you with all aspects of daily living...
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Staff is amazing! Beautiful property. My mother in law gets to make her own meal plan and they make her whatever she wants. Lots of attention for my mom in law as well. Small place-only 4 patients. The owner...
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.
Comfort Cottages #1 is a senior care home located in perpetually sunny Orange county, Laguna Hills CA. The caring home provides assistance to seniors in a group home setting. The gorgeous views of Orange county are one of the reasons that historical Orange county is the third most populous city...
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I would have to say my favorite thing about this community is how accommodating the staff have been to my mother. They defiantly make sure to pay extra attention to her throughout the day and provide 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.
LR Care Home knows how important it is for you to have the best care available for your loved ones when they begin to experience changing health conditions that limit their ability to live on their own. We pride ourselves on providing state of the art, cutting edge senior care that stimulates...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our elderly home is managed and operated by a registered nurse with vast experience in elderly care. We follow-up with all medical appointments and orders and provide assistance for your loved ones activities of daily living. Our home is secure and safe with a huge yard to promote outside...
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Aurora Gardens provides excellent care including nutritious meals, well maintained home and caring providers. The owners are "by the book" for licensing which I appreciate.
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 gorgeous assisted living community known as Aurora Gardens is located in Mission Viejo, California. Aurora Gardens can be a wonderful community for your loved one because we pride ourselves in offering some of the very best amenities in the area. Your loved one will be able to live in their...
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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.
A Perfect Home is the perfect place to leave a loved one. This senior care facility has proven to provide quality care for all elderly individuals that reside here. The difference from this care facility compared to others is that the staff does everything in its power to cater towards 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.
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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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.
Photo of Shaline Care IV
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
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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.
Choosing the right facility for your loved one is one of the most important decisions that you will ever make. It is also often one of the most painful decisions that you will ever be forced to make in your life. There are a number of factors that should be considered when choosing a facility,...
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I fell in love with this place immediately. It was very clean and it actually smelled good. The staff is very friendly and caring. My mother just loves them so much. It would be nice if there were...
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.
Hi, This is Adriana and Vasile Crasnean, R.N. our Residential Care Facility for the Elderlyhas been in business since 1995, and since 2002 is serving Laguna Hills and Mission Viejo area. AAA Assistance Care Home is a (6) bed residential care home that will provide 24 hour per day, 7 days a...
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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.
A lot of people dream about living in Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, or Mission Viejo. The communities are wonderful and just a stone's throw from some of the best beaches and harbors in the world. Verona Court II is located in the heart of this area and provides senior assisted living to a...
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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.
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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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 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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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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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.
Neighborhood Suites is a warm and lovable group home setting located in Los Angeles, California. The apartment style, full-service senior care home has a hospital conveniently located in its vicinity. The grounds are specially structured to emanate a home like an ambiance all for the...
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Beautiful home, very kind caregivers, very helpful!
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 Heathers - Wintergreen 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 clock...
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The staff was very attentive, they listened and supported my father. My mother wanted to see him everyday and the staff accommodated her visits. Room was cleaned everyday and resident was attended to daily...
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 Irvine Cottages are located in Mission Viejo, California. We strive to treat each of our elderly residents with the respect and dignity we would give to our own loved ones. As a result, we have established a warm and compassionate home for our residents. We offer several degrees of care for...

Cost of assisted living in Orange County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Orange County is $3,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coronita, CA with an average of $3,867 per month.

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Orange County, CA
$3,963/mo
$3,977/mo
$3,967/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, vs. state and national averages

Orange County, CA
$3,963/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,963/mo
$5,023/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,261/mo
Private
$5,042/mo
Studio
$5,375/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,780/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,643/mo

Senior living costs in Orange County 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: Orange County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOrange County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,963/mo$4,287/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,023/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living$4,119/mo$4,434/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Orange County, CA:$3,963/mo
California:$4,287/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Orange County, CA:$5,023/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Orange County, CA:$4,119/mo
California:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Orange County, 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 Orange County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Orange County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Orange County

Blessings Senior Care in Anaheim, CA

3.9
Our father required 24 hr care and the finding a residential board & care facility is difficult. Blessings has truly been a blessing to our family! The staff truly cares for the residents as their own family While providing a place that is safe, clean and friendly,

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.

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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Orange County review score based on 300 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 300 reviews of 200 Orange County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Orange County 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

Orange County review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Orange County, CA200 facilities
7.9
Irvine, CA295 facilities
8.2
Tustin, CA228 facilities

Review subcategories for Orange County 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 300 reviews of 200 Orange County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Orange County 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.
Orange County, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Orange County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orange County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orange County, 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 Orange County 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 Orange County 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
46.6%
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
42.7%
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.8%
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.3%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
69%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.2%
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Orange County 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 Orange County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.9%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.7%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.4%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orange County 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 Orange County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.9%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.2%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
16.8%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.1%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Orange County 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 Orange County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.9%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.1%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orange County 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 Orange County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
13.4%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.9%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.9%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.2%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.3%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.9%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.6%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.8%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.8%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
17.2%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
8.6%
24.7%
Fitness center
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State regulations for assisted living in Orange County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Orange County protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Related senior services in Orange County, California

In Orange County, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Orange County, California is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Orange County include bus and rail transportation through the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). Seniors may receive fare discounts. Orange County has fair biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable in certain areas.

Orange County offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Hoag Hospital Irvine and UCI Medical Center.

Orange County houses a number of large cities and many renowned attractions from Disney California Adventure Park to Newport Beach. In this adventurous landscape, seniors have a wide range of activities to choose from. Whether strolling the manicured gardens at San Juan Capistrano or antiquing in historic Old Towne Orange, you’ll find countless opportunities for relaxation and exploration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Comfort Keepers Home Care, Rowntree Gardens and Blessings Senior Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Orange County, California. See full list of communities.

There are 280 assisted living facilities near Orange County, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Orange County, California are Rowntree Gardens, Blessings Senior Care and Crescendo Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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