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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fountain Valley, CA

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Memory care in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley is about $7,629 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 453 communities, read 13576 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Long Beach, Torrance and Corona.

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Photo of North Lake Villa
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My mother lives at No. Lake Villas & I can attest to the care being consistently above the norm. I’ve managed my mother’s health for over 12 years, as her memory declined, & have moved her to several...
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.
North Lake Villa is located in a quiet neighborhood, surrounded by the beautiful Altadena mountains, overlooking the lush scenery of the city of Pasadena. Our facility has been providing custodial care and supervision for 30 ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents since 1975. Our experience and...
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Number one is the friendliness, professionalism, and enthusiasm of the staff. Secondly, is the thoughtfulness that went into the design and entire facility and how the residents would interact with the...
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.
The Leonard on Beverly is a full-service Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Support community located in Los Angeles just minutes from Beverly Hills. Our holistic approach to resident-centered care and whole-person wellness supports seniors of varying needs to live as active and...
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There's a tremendous sense of community between the residents and staff. The staff is very involved in hosting recreational 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.
Boutique Assisted LivingWhere boutique-style residences meet a luxury lifestyle in Beverly Hills. Just minutes from Rodeo Drive, explore Boutique Assisted Living and Short-Term Stays designed just for you.We’ve thought of everything, so you don’t have to.Discover how great life can be when you’re...
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I would rate all categories a 5. We have been very pleased with Glen Terra. My mother in law has been there 1 year now and we have been very happy with Glen Terra. We have had great interaction with staff....
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.
Glen Terra Assisted Living is a newly remodeled assisted?living facility in Glendale, CA with an array of engaging activities, spacious and well-designed apartments, a full-scope wellness program, and amenities that enhance daily life. Not only are we dedicated to providing high-quality senior...
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I’m so impressed with how caring and cognizant the staff is. Even the periphery employees knew my friend after only a couple of weeks. Management always had time to talk with me. I didn’t have many meals...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 of Burbank, California is located in the beautiful Burbank Hills residential area, with convenient access to healthcare facilities, places of worship, the main Burbank library, quaint cafes and shops along tree-lined streets. Just three blocks from the Belmont senior living...
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My brother loves the food. They have a restaurant quality kitchen. Nice variety, good portions they always have a choice of homemade soup or salad with dinner and dessert. The cook who is Mexican learned how...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Lighthouse is a premier assisted living community located in the sunny southern California town of Toluca Lake. Residents enjoy a wondrous view of the towering tree-covered Mount Olympus. Other nearby attractions like Universal Studios and the Los Angeles Zoo make the Lighthouse an ideal...
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I found they were knowledgeable and authentically cared about the welfare of my mother-in-law. We thought the room size was ample and they had a number of valuable activities to offer.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My Mom has been with Our Countryside Resort for the past year. She has adjusted very well while there and is much happier and calmer since being there. The staff is very kind, compassionate, and attentive...
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.
At Our Countryside Resort we are dedicated to creating a home for elderly individuals with Alzheimer's and Dementia. We offer a safe, loving, and comfortable environment that they can continue to thrive and enjoy the highest quality of life.
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Staff great , residents friendly, variety of activities, great special events My main complaint is with the dining experience. The food is ok at best but almost never hot. The food will never be good unless...
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.
Discover a spectacular retirement living right in your own backyard. Set in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, at The Village at Sherman Oaks you’ll enjoy Independent and Assisted living services as it should be: A beautiful setting with all of the features and amenities you could hope for...
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All was fine. This was our first experience putting a family member into assisted living. He's still adjusting...our situation was sad but necessary. All good overall. They have Spectrum for basic cable &...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
WellQuest of Murrieta is a beautiful community offering many common areas for families to enjoy. We are located on Jackson Ave. just off Cal Oaks. We are conveniently close to doctor offices, hospitals, shopping and the freeway.Our management and staff come with industry experience and strive to...
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Photo of Kirkwood Orange
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.9
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33 reviews
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1. They had a single bed room and my brother is used to living alone. 2. The staff there were very nice. 3. There were a lot of activities going on and they had an ice cream bar area. My brother loves ice...
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.
Centrally located in California's famed Orange County just a short drive from the excitement of Los Angeles and the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, Kirkwood Orange is a well-equipped Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering a full range of supportive care services. Our rare blend of modern...
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Photo of Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano
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I was the family that dropped off my uncle and just from the brief time I was there I felt that it was very pretty and welcoming upon arrival. The staff were very kind and the location was perfect for his...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 San Juan Capistrano is a senior living community set on a beautiful piece of property easily accessible from Interstate 5. The location boasts lovely walking paths and gardens and is near many regional nature trails and parks. It’s only a short distance to many popular restaurants and...
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My dad has been at two facilities prior to this, and has never had a team as caring and attentive to his needs as the team at Regency has been. We've both been so happy with the experience so far, and are...
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.
Located on Oak Knoll Avenue, a beautiful tree-lined residential street between Cordova and Del Mar, Regency Park Oak Knoll exemplifies the best in retirement living for seniors. Our goal is to provide a positive setting with an emphasis on quality of life, activity and socialization. One of Oak...
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When resident and family acknowledge workers, they are extremely friendly and wonderful. Care services is a 3 either resident or family member need to speak up is something is not getting done, then it will...
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 Raincross at Riverside, you'll find yourself surrounded by beautifully manicured grounds and resort-style amenities, such as a restaurant style dining, social activities and a full service beauty salon. Located nearby are restaurants, shopping, medical centers and houses of worship for your...
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The Culinary and Food Services Department, led by Amy Lebrun, also deserves extraordinary recognition. Planning, ordering, preparing, serving, and cleaning up after three healthy meals a day, 365 days a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Discover Clearwater Newport Beach, a new senior living community where care and compassion come wrapped in luxury surroundings. This vibrant community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care with well-appointed amenities, Clearwater signature programs, and personalized care. Enjoy chef-driven...
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Photo of The Ivy Wellington
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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.
"The Ivy at Wellington is a senior living community set on over 8 acres easily accessible from Interstate 5 and Highway 73. The location between the picturesque foothills of the Saddleback Mountains and the Pacific Ocean is only a short distance to many popular restaurants, golf courses and local...
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Photo of Sunrise of Beverly Hills
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Very happy with Sunrise! The apartment size (what they call a 1 bedroom) is bright and a good size for a den and a bedroom. Nice view of Crescent drive. The food works great for my mom. She has no complaints...
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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1) My father is happy there and has no complaints. 2) Reasonably clean 3) Staff and residents are very friendly 4) All his needs are met. 5) Friendly & Receptive 6) Good food and plenty of it 7) Always...
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.
Here, you’ll never stop growing.If you’re looking for an Assisted Living community where you can redefine your independence, then our community in Tarzana, California, might be the right fit for you.  Take control of your time and do the things you want to do. Whether that’s connecting with...
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Having your own room is good. The time it takes for care givers to get to my mom is awful. Sometimes it takes 30 minutes to an hour for them to get to her to take her to the bathroom and it could take that...
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.
When you turned 70, did your passions fade? We didn’t think so. Family. Hobbies. Travel. If anything, age strengthens those interests. But as you get older, you sometimes need a little help. At our Assisted Living community in Whittier, California, just southeast of Los Angeles, you’ll have...
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The staff is very kind, caring, and attentive, and the facility is clean and well-maintained. We experienced a few minor issues related to medication management, but overall we've been happy with the care...
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.
Crescent Landing at Santa Ana is a Memory Care community specifically designed for loved ones who have been diagnosed with memory impairment related to Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Our community empowers residents with the physical and emotional support they need from experienced geriatric-care...
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Our mom is a thriving resident of Ivy Park at Fullerton and has lived there for 6 months. Ivy Park is truly a special place that offers a wonderful, caring and kind environment. The director and her staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 Fullerton is a vibrant senior living community nestled in the lively city of Fullerton. Just off the I-5 and 91 freeway, Ivy Park is within minutes from St. Jude Hospital and it’s surrounding medical centers. Residents at Ivy Park enjoy the city’s picturesque parks, historic buildings...
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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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The management team makes it very easy to integrate. They are very responsive to individuals requests and needs. They have continued to do so over the months going on a year. They have persons available on...
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 Santa Monica is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a picturesque neighborhood within the city of Santa Monica. Located between the Pacific Coast Highway and Wilshire Boulevards, Ivy Park is just minutes from the UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, stunning ocean views,...
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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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Cost of memory care in Fountain Valley, CA

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

Memory care costs in Fountain Valley, CA, vs. state and national averages

Fountain Valley, CA
$7,629/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Fountain Valley, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,629/mo

Memory care costs in Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley 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: Fountain Valley, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFountain Valley, 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
Fountain Valley, CA:$7,629/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Fountain Valley, CA:$6,338/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Fountain Valley, CA:$4,717/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Fountain Valley, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Fountain Valley 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
Fountain Valley, 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%
Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley

Recent reviews for memory care in Fountain Valley

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 attentive staff. Many reviews mention the caring and responsive nature of staff members at various communities. At Pacifica Senior Living South Coast, the staff provided emotional support to the reviewer during a difficult time. At Beach Terrace, staff members were attentive to residents' needs, checking on ...
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Wide range of enjoyable activities. Communities offer a variety of activities and outings to keep residents engaged and active. For example, at Newport Beach Memory Care, residents enjoy activities such as bowling, music and dancing. At Ivy Terrace at Garden Grove, regular outings to nearby parks and museums provide opportunit ...
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Thoughtfully designed spaces. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and beauty of common areas and private rooms. At Ivy Park at Seal Beach, residents appreciate the well-maintained gardens and outdoor spaces. At Sunrise of Yorba Linda, the homelike atmosphere and welcoming interior design contribute to a comfortabl ...
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Personalized care plans. Staff members tailor care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident. For instance, at Westmont of Cypress, staff accommodated a resident's love of dancing by organizing wheelchair accessible dance sessions. At Carmel Village, staff worked with families to ensure their loved ones receiv ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Communication between staff and family members is key to ensuring loved ones are well taken care of. At Ivy Terrace at South Coast, staff members frequently update families about their loved ones' activities and well-being. At Park View Estates Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care, f ...
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Customized meals and dining experiences. Meals and dining experiences are personalized to accommodate individual preferences and dietary restrictions. For instance, at Sunrise of Orange, the chef accommodates specialized diets, and residents look forward to delicious and nutritious meals every day. At Crescendo Senior Living Assiste ...
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AI generated from the text of family reviews

Fountain Valley review score based on 2,025 family reviews

8.4
Review score453 facilities2025 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2025 reviews of 453 Fountain Valley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fountain Valley 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

Fountain Valley review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Fountain Valley, CA453 facilities
8.3
Los Angeles, CA233 facilities
8.6
Riverside, CA90 facilities

Review subcategories for Fountain Valley 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 2,025 reviews of 453 Fountain Valley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Fountain Valley 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.
Fountain Valley, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.7
Friendliness
3.8
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

Fountain Valley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fountain Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.2%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.7%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.8%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.7%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.5%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.8%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.2%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.3%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.8%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
53.2%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.6%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.5%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.6%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.1%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.2%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40.2%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.6%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Fountain Valley

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 Fountain Valley protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Carmel Village, Park View Estates Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care and Villas At San Bernardino are the top-rated memory care facilities near Fountain Valley, California. See full list of communities.
There are 453 memory care facilities near Fountain Valley, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Fountain Valley, 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 453 memory care facilities near you in Fountain Valley, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, California ranges from $$3,000 to $$16,500. The average Memory Care cost in Fountain Valley, California is $7,629. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Fountain Valley, 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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