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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Mission Viejo, CA

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Memory care in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo is about $7,603 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 435 communities, read 14299 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Irvine, Corona and Huntington Beach.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
We offer a specialized program providing assistance 24 hours a day by trained caregivers who care and understand the unique needs of an Alzheimer's resident. Maple Manor caters to residents who value their freedom and independence, yet need a helping hand due to memory loss. Personalized...
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My recommendation would be that GC is probably as good as it gets in this price range. Don't get old!
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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.
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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.
Nestled between the neighboring villages of Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe, La Vida Del Mar’s scenic coastal location features 105 spacious Independent Living residences. Honored as “One of America’s 50 Best Retirement Communities,” La Vida Del Mar offers a host of amenities including convenient...
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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.
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Victor Royale Adult living is an assisted living community in the lovely town of Glendale, CA. This beautiful community is situated within Los Angeles county, within easy driving distance of both the ocean and the mountains. Glendale is a great place to live with average temperatures in the 70s...
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This place is great! Have been here for a month and the food is so well planned and taste delicious. I love the way staff is right on time for my needs . The owner and family have been very helpful and ...
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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Mission Viejo, CA

The average cost of senior living in Mission Viejo is $7,603 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Bernardino, CA with an average of $6,178 per month.

Memory care costs in Mission Viejo, CA, vs. state and national averages

Mission Viejo, CA
$7,603/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

Memory care costs in Mission Viejo, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,603/mo

Memory care costs in Mission Viejo, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,620/mo
Studio
$7,953/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,201/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,997/mo

Senior living costs in Mission Viejo 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: Mission Viejo, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMission Viejo, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$7,603/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$6,464/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$4,752/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
Mission Viejo, CA:$7,603/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
Mission Viejo, CA:$6,464/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
Mission Viejo, CA:$4,752/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Memory care costs in Mission Viejo, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Mission Viejo 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mission Viejo, 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%
Mission Viejo, 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%
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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 Mission Viejo

Recent reviews for memory care in Mission Viejo

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.

Santianna in Carlsbad, CA

4.8
They did not do a good job onboarding but the staff is new and friendly and our loved one has settled in. It's rather expensive [fee removed] a month but it is brand new and very nice. Out of the other communities we toured Santianna is by far the nicest facility, and so far the care has been ...
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Mission Viejo review score based on 2,110 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 2110 reviews of 435 Mission Viejo memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mission Viejo 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

Mission Viejo review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Mission Viejo, CA435 facilities
8.3
Los Angeles, CA235 facilities
8.6
Riverside, CA90 facilities

Review subcategories for Mission Viejo 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 2,110 reviews of 435 Mission Viejo memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Mission Viejo 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.
Mission Viejo, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.7
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.4
3.4
Staff
3.6
3.6
Meals & dining
3.3
3.3
Activities
3.3
3.3
Value for cost*
3.3
3.4
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Mission Viejo memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mission Viejo memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mission Viejo, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.2%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.5%
47.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.9%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.4%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mission Viejo, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.9%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.4%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mission Viejo, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.8%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.7%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
54.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.2%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.9%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mission Viejo, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.6%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
52.4%
37.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mission Viejo, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.3%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.8%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.1%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.6%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
41.3%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.2%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Mission Viejo

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Mission Viejo, Atria Del Sol and Ivy Park at Mission Viejo are the top-rated memory care facilities near Mission Viejo, California. See full list of communities.
There are 435 memory care facilities near Mission Viejo, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Mission Viejo, 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 435 memory care facilities near you in Mission Viejo, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, California ranges from $$2,350 to $$16,700. The average Memory Care cost in Mission Viejo, California is $7,603. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Mission Viejo, California typically starts at $$2,350. 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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