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1313 Photos available
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I moved from up North to be closer to my family. Little did I expect to build a new one here. I have happiness in my life I never expected. The place is nice, clean and the staff is wonderful.
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.
What makes Atria Golden Creek the best senior living option in Irvine? It's our commitment to enhancing the lives of today's seniors and future generations with energy-saving renovations, including a pursuit of LEED certification. We offer a beautiful community where you'll find a friendly and...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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89 reviews
9.6
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89 reviews
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I visited a friend who is a resident at Newport Mesa Senior Living, and I cannot express how I felt when I walked into the facility. The energy and the love I was getting from the staff. I am a very...
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.
Pacifica Newport Mesa is a secure private, gated community serving seniors with memory loss. We have a specifically designed building with no long hallways in which to become confused. Instead, we offer an atmosphere of home and comfort. We are proud of our experienced Nurse and care staff who...
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1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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133 reviews
8.7
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133 reviews
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The residents are all very friendly and approachable. The staff is very nice. I love that it is pet friendly. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
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.
Located in prestigious Anaheim Hills, California, The Meridian At Anaheim Hills is a full-service, resort-style retirement community. Whether you are rediscovering what retirement means to you, or looking for a home that provides continuing care, The Meridian At Anaheim Hills has innovative...
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1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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38 reviews
9.8
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We liked the friendliness of the staff, but our cousin really liked happy hour every Tuesday. He wasn't involved with any other activities, but I like that they were offered. Our cousin, whom we moved into...
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.
Located just blocks from historic downtown Orange, Park Plaza boasts an award-winning architectural design, and features studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Bright and plentiful common areas allow residents to move about freely, enjoying a variety of planned activities or simply relaxing in...
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9.8
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24 reviews
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The staff and management are very responsive to all concerns and needs. Very clean and well maintained rooms (dining, activities and bedroom). Lots of stimulating social and exercise activities.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Belmont Village Aliso Viejo provides the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The three-story community is nestled in the heart of Aliso Viejo in Orange County. It is surrounded by premier dining, shopping and entertainment, and just a short drive from major healthcare facilities....
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1212 Floor plans available
9.8
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49 reviews
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They have treated my dad like a person not a liability with a diagnosis- I've really appreciated that. The staff is very loving and kind. We've been very happy there
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Oakmont of Orange is the newest premier Senior Living Community in Orange County. Our lovely retirement community is situated on a lush campus with lovely views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are close to shopping, fine dining, the arts and world-class entertainment....
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9.4
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This is a wonderful place. Everyone we have met has been so friendly and attentive! My Mom is in a studio, it is sufficient space for her and is a very efficient layout. Amenities are top notch bc of the TLC
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Located near the I-5 freeway, just east of the OSO Parkway, Sunrise of Mission Viejo is nestled in the heart of Mission Viejo adjacent to the Mission Viejo Country Club with a variety of suites that offer a wonderful view of the golf course and surrounding valley. We pride ourselves in...
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9.6
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24 reviews
9.6
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All questions get a 5. Before finding this facility, they were at [community removed]. They told me they could handle them from assisted living until death. They grossly over sold their memory care division....
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.
ActivCare Laguna Hills is a full-service memory care community that provides specialized assisted living for those with Alzheimer's or related dementias.As pioneers in memory care, we have been enhancing life for those with memory loss for more than 30 years. It's our sole focus.Different Levels...
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Each floor has an ambassador which helps new residents. They helped to pull together a bridge group. And was invited to a bible study. Took 2-3 months but very happy now.
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.
MorningStar of Mission Viejo enjoys an amenity-rich neighborhood in southern Mission Viejo. This near-perfect site for senior housing has numerous restaurants, the Shops at Mission Viejo Mall and Providence mission Hospital all within one mile. Laguna Beach is less than 30 minutes away. Our...
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This is a very nice place to spend the rest of my life. The people are friendly the food is great and the experience is wonderful.
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.
Here you can do more of what you love.Located in Irvine, California, our assisted living community is where you can build friendships and redefine your independence.  You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can go live your life to the fullest. Here are just a few fun ways you...
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99 Photos available
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7.5
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84 reviews
7.5
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84 reviews
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We like the concept of memory care cottages with common garden area. Residents have their apartment and can freely walk outside cottage around the grounds without feeling locked in
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.
Park Terrace is Rancho Santa Margarita's only full-service rental retirement community. Your first indication of the excellence we promise comes the moment you set foot on our resort-like campus. Park Terrace is situated in the award winning master planned community of Rancho Santa Margarita,...
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9.4
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9.4
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Unfortunately, some of these have changed over the course of the past year. My ratings reflect where we are now. This is specifically about the memory care wing. Sometimes, communication with the staff is...
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.
Vintage Las Palmas is a gracious full-service retirement community nestled in pristine Laguna Woods that offers a continuum of care ranging from Independent and Assisted Living to specializing in Alzheimer's care.The Tuscan styling of Vintage Las Palmas combines an inviting atmosphere with the...
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Photo of Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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69 reviews
9.2
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Everyone is super helpful, the facility is extremely clean and organized, and conveniently located. Yes, we would recommend Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine community to other families based on the experience so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
ASSISTED LIVING/ENHANCED CARE/ MEMORY CARElocated in Woodbridge Irvine, close to shopping and freeways.ASSISTED LIVINGEnjoy more of what you love with personalized care and professional support at Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine. Our attentive and dedicated caregivers understand that every resident...
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9.5
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My Mom is very happy at Meridian. Lots of activities and she says the staff are "wonderful." They were very helpful and accommodating during the move in process. The other residents are also very friendly...
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.
Meridian at Laguna Hills is a full-service senior living community located in the heart of beautiful Laguna Hills in Orange County, California. We offer exceptional independent living and assisted living apartments, as well as skilled nursing care living options to those recovering from surgery...
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Mom is THRIVING at Ivy Park Mission Viejo ! I visit her regularly and other family members visit Mom daily. I am always very welcomed when I arrive and delighted to see how happy Mom is with all the social...
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.
Ivy Park at Mission ViejoA Passion for ExcellenceFor the best assisted living and memory care community in Mission Viejo, you’ve come to the right place. Our experienced leadership team manages over 60 retirement communities throughout California and Nevada with a commitment to creating the best...
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My only comment is that if a senior needs a lot of assistance this is not the place to be. We are having to pay for outside additional caregivers to come in because he needs more help. He is in the...
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.
Nestled in the Valley of the Saddleback Mountains, The Ivy at Wellington boasts 233 luxurious, full-service senior apartments. This luxury community is surrounded by eight acres of exquisitely manicured grounds and gardens featuring an Olympic-size pool, putting green, and several well-appointed...
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9.2
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My aunt became a new person after she arrived at The Groves. She is dressed out of her room every day (in her previous place, she spent the day in bed). The staff had always been kind and considerate. We...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Located in the heart of Tustin, the community offers spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments each with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, large walk-in closets and individual climate control. Our Memory Care program for those with memory impairments offers both private and semi-private...
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1010 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.6
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105 reviews
9.6
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105 reviews
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Everything is great: food, service, amenities. However, the room size is small. I would highly recommend it to others who are currently searching for a place. They've been wonderful and so welcoming to my...
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.
Atria Del Sol is an inviting senior living residence serving active older adults. In addition to independent and assisted living options, our thoughtfully designed community now offers Life Guidance, Atria's innovative memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of...
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The staff here are incredibly loving, caring and attentive. I highly recommend “A Place for mom” for anyone who is looking for loving and nurturing environment. Thank you everyone for all that you have done.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
WATERMARK LAGUNA NIGUELA premier destination for Assisted Living and Memory Care is NOW OPEN in Laguna Niguel.Inspired by the laid-back Southern California lifestyle, Watermark Laguna Niguel is a modern Assisted Living and Memory Care community that invites older adults to embrace resort-style...
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9.0
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The staff here are incredibly loving, caring and attentive. I highly recommend “A Place for mom” for anyone who is looking for loving and nurturing environment. Thank you everyone for all that you have done.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
WATERMARK LAGUNA NIGUELA premier destination for Assisted Living and Memory Care is NOW OPEN in Laguna Niguel.Inspired by the laid-back Southern California lifestyle, Watermark Laguna Niguel is a modern Assisted Living and Memory Care community that invites older adults to embrace resort-style...
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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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I cannot say enough about how much our family appreciated all the warm care and consideration that Clearwater staff showed to my elderly aunt during her time there. From the moment you enter the premises,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Our assisted living and memory care community in North Tustin, CA offers compassionate care and meaningful services in a beautiful as well as comfortable setting to support seniors of varying needs. Our resident-centered approach to care helps seniors live as active and engaged as they want to...
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66 Floor plans available
9.4
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39 reviews
9.4
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My parents love it!! Facility is beautiful, clean, and open. Staff is friendly and helpful. Amenities and activities are fun and engaging.
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.
In Laguna Niguel, California, Crestavilla – a Kisco Signature Residence – is a modern senior living community designed to make it easier for older adults to fully enjoy the natural beauty, relaxed spirit and effortless luxury of coastal living. Crestavilla is pursuing LEED® certification for...
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16 reviews
7.9
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16 reviews
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Cleanliness of the facility is a 4... but there are a lot of places under repair or with stained carpet which downgrades the look of the place a little right now. Presumably when they finish it will be a 5....
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.
Imagine a lifestyle where every day feels like a vacation. A home where you are surrounded by an extended family of friends and caring staff. Days filled with entertaining social activities. Or days of quiet relaxation in the privacy you desire. Finally, imagine all of this in a luxuriously...
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They did a good job when we were there. The food is pretty bad though. That's why they get a four. Everything else would have been a five, except the food.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At the Arcadian Aliso, we have a solid history of providing excellent memory care, dementia care, and Alzheimer’s care services in Orange County, California, and have made it our mission since 1998 to provide a stimulating and cheerful environment with all the comforts of home. We also encourage...
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My mom has been living there since May. It really is a wonderful place. There is nothing she needs that they don't have. She complains that if there is a medical issue the nursing staff is too attentive?!?!...
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.
Setting the standard for senior living for the past three decades, Regents Point is a full-service, continuing care retirement community of 400 residents in the heart of Southern California. Centrally located next to a 347-acre nature preserve and the University of California — Irvine, our...

Cost of nursing homes in Lake Forest, CA

The average cost of senior living in Lake Forest is $5,225 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coronita, CA with an average of $4,718 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Lake Forest, CA, vs. nearby cities

Lake Forest, CA
$5,225/mo

Nursing homes costs in Lake Forest, CA, vs. state and national averages

Lake Forest, CA
$5,225/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Nursing homes costs in Lake Forest, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,210/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,225/mo

Nursing homes costs in Lake Forest, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,235/mo
Studio
$6,090/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,550/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,314/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Forest 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: Lake Forest, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Forest, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,225/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Assisted Living$4,019/mo$4,287/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,210/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living$4,184/mo$4,434/mo$3,951/mo
Nursing Homes
Lake Forest, CA:$5,225/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Forest, CA:$4,019/mo
California:$4,287/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Lake Forest, CA:$5,210/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Lake Forest, CA:$4,184/mo
California:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Lake Forest

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Lake Forest

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.

Atria Del Sol in Mission Viejo, CA

4.6
My mothers experience was good. She did have to stay on the second floor due to her diagnosis of dementia and that was not present for her...felt like a prisoner. The staff were very attentive and most of all she was safe so we could feel like we had a break from 24x7 care givers. She doesn't ...
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Raincross at Riverside

4.3
The front of the door/reception area staff and staff who work directly with clients/residents are wonderful. Great communication, caring, helpful. The staff who applicants work with initially to sign up are wonderful too - communicate quickly and helpful. However, once we signed up there was ...
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Lake Forest nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Forest nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Lake Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lake Forest, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.8%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.6%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
55.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Forest nursing homes

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 Lake Forest Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake Forest, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
74.1%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Forest nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lake Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Forest, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.9%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.9%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
51.9%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Forest nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lake Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Forest, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.9%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Forest nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Lake Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Forest, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
59.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Rowntree Gardens, Crescendo Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care and Atria Golden Creek are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Lake Forest, California. See full list of communities.

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