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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Costa Mesa, CA

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Memory care in Costa Mesa offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Costa Mesa is about $7,629 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 452 communities, read 13783 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Long Beach, Corona and Irvine.

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Photo of The Hacienda Mission San Luis Rey
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The staff is very nice and friendly! Very caring. The amount of activities is unbelievable and the assortment is very diverse - something for everyone. For the food it is like going to a lovey restaurant...
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.
Your New Lifestyle AwaitsNo chores, housework, or upkeep—only bright, rich days in a coastal paradise. Sound too good to be true? Welcome to The Hacienda Mission San Luis Rey, where you can finally have your day in the sun.Explore Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term...
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They could improve on nothing, it is fantastic. What we like the most about Ardent Care is that it is a small friendly community and very clean and active and we would recommend them to other families
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.
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After visiting many memory care, facilities, we are very happy with Welbrook. My sister is very well cared for. She is always well dressed, clean, well fed, entertained, and has a nice room. The caregivers...
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.
Welbrook Senior Living is a relatively new provider of Residential and Nursing Care.We are however, collectively considered by many to be experts in this field.We are not a public company rather we are a group of husbands, wives, sons and daughters who want to earn our livings making a difference...
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MorningStar of Mission Viejo has been a wonderful community from everything I've experienced with my loved one. The staff are caring, professional, and truly dedicated to the residents. The Executive...
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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My dad is doing very well in this nice community. I am pleased with all they do and they had everything he needed. He is staying busy with activities like doing wood work, sanding, and chop foods for the...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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Our family toured this community four times and we are so excited to have our parents move here. The staff members are so welcoming and it is just night and day compared to our loved ones previous community.
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.
Vivante is one of Orange County's newest and most prestigious retirement community that is dedicated to providing residents with a healthy and active lifestyle that promotes a feeling of security, independence and peace of mind. We offer a variety of sizes, views and locations, with your choice...
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Super friendly, caring staff with multiple years of experience, most of the residents are pretty "with it" and they have activities
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Sea Cliff Assisted Living is a senior living community conveniently located in Huntington Beach, California. Our commitment is to provide a safe, comfortable environment, where assistance is available while maintaining your independent lifestyle. We offer private and semi-private accomodations,...
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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...
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Good place friendly only wish they would help [name removed] eat lots of times her food is all over her lap other then that it's good. [name removed] who's in charge of that community is really good!
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.
Ivy Park at Huntington Beach is a captivating coastal senior living community located in Orange County, California. Just off of the Pacific Coast Highway, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Huntington Beach Hospital, bustling shopping centers, a variety of coastal galleries, and trendy eateries....
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Photo of Willow View Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Its a good place. They provide a good service. My mother is really thriving there. The staff is very friendly. My loved one is picky but she seems to like it and say "it's good" and she is gaining weight....
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.
It is our steadfast desire to offer a truly exceptional community for seniors of Orange County, a goal we strive to meet every single day. Thanks to features such as: Dedication to resident satisfaction Outstanding care services Newly renovated apartment units Diverse programming and activities...
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Photo of Silverado Tustin Hacienda
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My loved one was recently in this community and I have no complaints of how things went for her while she was there. The staff where excellent to work with and I was very comfortable with the care they...
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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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Great - regarding staff and cleanliness. Room was adequate. Can't really speak about food and activities. Generally we were very happy with the care and communication we received! Would recommend!
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.
Garden Grove Guest Home would love to assist you in finding the right place for your special loved one's long or short-term care needs. You are invited to visit us, tour our facility and be introduced to our dedicated staff through our various programs.We strive to help each resident achieve...
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In memory care where my FIL was, he received excellent medical care. The nursing staff was attentive and called me with updates on his medical care and needs. And the staff cared about him as a person and...
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.
Ideally located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Orange County, Rowntree Gardens is one of the area’s only licensed, not-for-profit, faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). Available on one convenient campus, we offer Acacia Independent Living, The Cedars...
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I had a stroke i am limited in some things i can do as far taking care of myself,, showers are difficult,, But getting out with the activities, that the director her makes me feel much better about my...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our community offers a range of lifestyle options so you can live the way you want to live. Our active seniors get to enjoy a large variety of personalized services and exquisitely tailored amenities. We know you will feel right at home. And even better than that, we provide all the benefits...
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My sister was just placed in this facility, she has symptoms of dementia. I was very impressed with the kind, friendly staff. They are attentive to the clients' needs. For instance, there are always staff...
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.
It's Simple. We Know Memory Care.We’re dedicated to the care of our residents andhere to provide a sincere, quality approach withour Journey Program which includes the activitiesof daily living, community interactions, and dining.Residents benefit from our personalized careplans, which celebrate...
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They make the transition easy for the family and the staff was very helpful and nice. They coordinated with the hospital. We had good communication between family hospital and ActivCare I would definitely...
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 Orange is a new 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 of...
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I have had a peace of mind since my husband has recently made the move into this community. He has been getting great quality of care and has really been adapting well into his new living environment. He has...
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 Anaheim, CA, not too far from Knott's Berry Farm and Disneyland, Family Choice Senior Living provides senior adult with assisted living in a home-like setting. Our mission is to serve our residents with the love and dignity we would provide to a member of our own family. We are offer...
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They have been great. They are really working with us, with the insurance company. They have been so patient and so helpful. They are taking really great care of her. The staff is so wonderful, we are really...
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.
We believe, very strongly, that 'happier, healthier seniors live longer and more meaningful lives.' We try to use this philosophy to determine and prioritize everything we do. Lifestyle: For our residents to be happy, we recognize the need to create an environment that promotes activities,...
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After searching all of the caregiving options available, Freedom Village by far was the best choice. I continue to appreciate the hardworking, kind and caring staff here. I believe that this is a good...
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.
Are you looking for peace-of-mind, safety and comfort within an environment offering a greater sense of well-being for yourself or a loved one? Freedom Village Assisted Living is open to the public and offers a loving, caring staff who provide assistance with personal care, medication...
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My father didn't have a lot of money for his care and for the money it was clean, he was well fed and taken care of. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other...
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.
Retirement Inn of Fullerton is located in a residential community known for its historic buildings and family-oriented events. Nearby conveniences include shopping centers, banks, churches and several medical centers. The two-story building houses 67 studios in various sizes and floor plans. All...
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This facility/staff is very caring for the patients and residents- it is reasonably priced, when money is definitely a budget factor. Not the most fancy, but clean and caring. When time is a factor for...
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.
Kaego's Richman Gardens Community Centers were the first in California to be built with a specially designed floor plan for those with Alzheimer's disease and memory impairment. Each care center is spread across two acres of land and offers extensive walking paths, beautiful rose gardens, and...
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The staff and director are excellent. The corporate entity is too concerned with how things look. Budgets for flowers and balloons and white table cloths instead of quality food. Has not increased 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.
"Oakmont of Fullerton is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with beautiful views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also within walking distance of shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. In our retirement community,...
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My mom has been here for at least 10 years. Everyone who works here is always so friendly, helpful, nice and kind, not only to mom but to me as well. My mind is at ease when I am not with my mom. I...
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.
Park Vista Assisted Living has a total of 54 apartments with 7 distinctive floor plans, some with lovely garden views, others with a private balcony overlooking the courtyard fountain.Customized care adapts to the needs of your loved one...Park Vista provides a home for your aging family members,...
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ActivCare has been a lifesaver for my husband. Considering all the places I visited this was the best to serve his needs. The staff is amazing by keeping me informed and caring. I would totally recommend...
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 Yorba Linda is a new 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.Purpose-built for Memory...
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The staff is friendly and helpful. They are good with [name removed]. [name removed] seems to in good spirits. The main rooms are clean and kept up. They follow through on the things I talk to them about but...
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.
Glen Park Healthy Living at Long Beach is a full service Assisted Living community located very close to the shops, restaurants, and excitement of downtown. We are also 4 blocks from the Beach. And with our social activities and community outreach programs, we love to take advantage of our...
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Cost of memory care in Costa Mesa, CA

The average cost of senior living in Costa Mesa is $7,629 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Bernardino, CA with an average of $6,282 per month.

Memory care costs in Costa Mesa, CA, vs. state and national averages

Costa Mesa, CA
$7,629/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Costa Mesa, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,629/mo

Memory care costs in Costa Mesa, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,509/mo
Studio
$7,821/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,339/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,091/mo

Senior living costs in Costa Mesa 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: Costa Mesa, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCosta Mesa, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$7,629/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,338/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,717/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Costa Mesa, CA:$7,629/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Costa Mesa, CA:$6,338/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Costa Mesa, CA:$4,717/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Costa Mesa, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Costa Mesa and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Costa Mesa, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Costa Mesa have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Costa Mesa, CA$7,427/mo$6,998/mo+6.1%
California$6,924/mo$6,714/mo+3.1%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Costa Mesa, CA
2024 average cost:$7,427/mo
2023 average cost:$6,998/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
California
2024 average cost:$6,924/mo
2023 average cost:$6,714/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Costa Mesa

Recent reviews for memory care in Costa Mesa

Kirkwood Orange

5.0
My loved one received excellent, loving care from the Kirkwood family. I highly recommend this facility. The staff is very responsive to all my concerns. I highly recommend this facility. My loved one was very happy there.

MorningStar of Pasadena

5.0
I would give a 5 in every category. Morningstar of Pasadena is a beautiful facility with friendly, caring and professional staff. My mother has done very well there and we feel great peace of mind knowing she is in good hands. I would highly recommend the facility.

WellQuest of Murrieta

4.3
It was a good community while I was there. The room size was fair. the food was excellent and they had a variety. The staff was very friendly and efficient and communicated well. They were quick to respond if there were any issues I would recommend the community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and supportive staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities. For example, at Pacifica Senior Living South Coast, the Pacifica Senior Living staff provided guidance, education, and compassion during a difficult time for a family. At Sunrise of Orange, Sunrise of Ora ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Families appreciate the wide range of activities offered at different communities. For instance, at Pacifica Senior Living South Coast, Pacifica Senior Living organizes a variety of activities, including outings and specialized events. At Oakmont of Orange, Oakmont offers daily activities an ...
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Individually tailored care plans. Reviews consistently mention the importance of personalized care plans for residents in various communities. For example, at ActivCare Laguna Hills, ActivCare crafts individual care plans based on residents' unique needs and preferences. At Brookdale Brookhurst, Brookdale Brookhurst takes a ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Throughout the reviews, cleanliness and upkeep of the communal spaces and residents' rooms are frequently mentioned as key factors. For example, at Newport Mesa Senior Living, the facility feels like 'home' due to its cleanliness and great care. At Park View Estates Transitional Assisted Livi ...
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Communication between staff and families. Families value clear and consistent communication from staff in their loved ones' communities. For example, at Oakmont of Orange, the Oakmont team sets regular meetings with senior residents and their families, both in person and virtually to keep everyone informed. At ActivCare Laguna Hills ...
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Secure and accessible outdoor spaces. Reviews highlight the importance of secure and accessible outdoor spaces for the well-being of residents. For example, at Ivy Park at Huntington Beach, Evergreen Cottage at Ivy Park offers a separate cottage with an enclosed veranda, safe gardens, and a short fenced path. At ActivCare Laguna ...
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Costa Mesa review score based on 2,073 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 2073 reviews of 452 Costa Mesa memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Costa Mesa 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

Costa Mesa review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Costa Mesa, CA452 facilities
8.3
Los Angeles, CA233 facilities
8.6
Riverside, CA90 facilities

Review subcategories for Costa Mesa 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 2,073 reviews of 452 Costa Mesa memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Costa Mesa 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.
Costa Mesa, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.7
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.4
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.6
Meals & dining
3.3
3.3
Activities
3.4
3.3
Value for cost*
3.3
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Costa Mesa memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Costa Mesa memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Costa Mesa, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.8%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.5%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.7%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.1%
69.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Costa Mesa, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.3%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.5%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.6%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Costa Mesa, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.8%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.6%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
54.2%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.4%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.3%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Costa Mesa, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.5%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
53.3%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Costa Mesa, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.6%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.9%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.8%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.4%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.7%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Costa Mesa

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Costa Mesa protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Newport Mesa Senior Living, Pacifica Senior Living South Coast and Villas At San Bernardino are the top-rated memory care facilities near Costa Mesa, California. See full list of communities.
There are 452 memory care facilities near Costa Mesa, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Costa Mesa, California are Villas At San Bernardino, Atria Golden Creek and Sunny Rose Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 452 memory care facilities near you in Costa Mesa, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa, California ranges from $$3,000 to $$16,500. The average Memory Care cost in Costa Mesa, California is $7,629. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Costa Mesa, California typically starts at $$3,000. 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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