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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A warm breeze is ever present at Cameo Mariners. The friendly, beautifully appointed residence for senior citizens is located at the heart of the coastal community, Newport Beach. This is the original site where the founders of Cameo opened their first residential home for the elderly, and they...
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I love this community it is just a few blocks from my house so I can visit often. It is always clean and kept up. The staff is kind, attentive, and patient. The director [Removed] has accommodated my mom's...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Heathers - Seaside Cottage provides residents with a fantastic level of care, with a team of caregivers and staff in long term positions, along with visiting medical professionals and therapists. Awake night staff, licensed for dementia care and bedridden hospice care, provide around the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Astoria Retirement Residence is a residential care home located in the beautiful seaside city of Newport Beach, California. Our picturesque community features beautiful harbors and scenic views of the ocean with majestic shorelines. Newport Beach is a great place to live with an inviting...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Newport Heights Manor is a senior care home located in sunny Costa Mesa, California in Orange County. Located just east of Newport Beach and just south of Huntington Beach, the city of Costa Mesa is very close to many recreational areas as well as shopping venues. The city is just a couple...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Meadowlark Gardens VIILocated in a quiet neighborhood in Huntington Beach, CA. Meadowlark Gardens VII is an intimate senior care home with a huge heart. Life here begins with glorious weather that allows residents a year full of opportunities to spend time outdoors whenever they please—the secret...
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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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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Family Choice 5Family Choice 5 is nestled within Huntington Beach, CA in Orange County. This residential care home in Southern California enjoys plenty of sunshine and warm weather all year long. The seaside city brings visitors year round as well since the beaches are inviting and there are...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Oceanside Senior Home is community dedicated to offering seniors a nice place to live in their golden years. Not only is it a home, but it's a family that cares for and nurtures one another. Operated to assist with senior living, Oceanside Senior Home is a wonderful place for adult children to...
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My father resided here for nearly 3 years. He recently passed away before his 94th birthday. During his stay, he was treated with love and respect from all staff members. Because the capacity is for only 6...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Astoria Retirement Residences is a 6 bed home care facility for the elderly. An impressive luxury home design for your comfort and security awaits you... Each of the six private rooms feature fine furnishings, hardwood floor treatments and a fire sprinkler system for safety.
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If you are looking for a place to put a loved one in, I would very highly recommend Fountain View Residential Care for the Elderly on San Francisco St. in Fountain Valley. They are the nicest people working...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Fountain View Care Home is a residential care home that is located in Fountain Valley, CA in Orange County. The calm and free from pollution location is not only a great haven for the seniors but also a great location for their visiting friends and families with plenty of decent and affordable...
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I like this nice commnity for the good care for my mom. We like the staff who are very attentive to her needs. The community is always clean and maintained. I like knowing that my mom is happy with the menu...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Lifted Assisted Care is a senior care home located in the city of Huntington Beach, California in Orange County. Huntington Beach is a unique and interesting city full of a wide variety of recreation and cultural and historical sites. The city is best known for its white sandy beaches right on...
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My loved one is a resident at Fountain Valley Senior Care and everything has been great! It also doesn't cost as much as a Facility. They only house 5-6 residents. Right now, the residents are female and she...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Fountain Valley Senior Care is a beautifully landscaped residence where private and independent senior living is a priority. Our assisted living program is the answer for children who worry about elderly parents living alone. In conjunction with residents, families, administrators, caregivers...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
95294 - Fountain Gardens #2 If you are looking for a senior care facility for your aging parents, check out Fountain Gardens # 2. The complex is located in beautiful Orange County, California, near the Fountain Valley Golf Club and Miles Square Park. At this assisted living facility,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Loving Care Senior Home Loving Care Senior Home is located in Fountain Valley, CA and serves Orange County. The residential care home is located just off the coast and a short distance from Santa Ana and Anaheim. Los Angeles is also just up the road from the region. This area of the country has...
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No place is going to be perfect but this home seems to really suite the needs of my father very well. The staff are friendly, patient and genuinely caring. Its a spacious, beautiful home that is open, bright...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Jessica Manor is located in beautiful Fountain Valley, California and can be the ideal resting home for your elderly parent. In many cases, elderly parents require routine care that you might just not have the time to provide. Here at Jessica Manor, we pride ourselves in providing superior care...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Leah Loving Elderly Care is a licensed residential care facility located in Fountain Valley, California, part of sunny Orange County. The family-owned Leah Loving Elderly Care senior living facility offers 24/7 tailored care services to meet the needs of its residents. We pride ourselves in...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Assured Horizons' caring approach starts from the heart. We are dedicated to serve and care for each resident as a family member. That means kind, loving and professional care in a warm and comfortable home. Every detail of our care, the staff, our homes, the food, medication supervision,...
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Things seem to be working out very well. They have someone come by and play music, and they have mentioned some outings to the park, so they do try to keep them entertained and engaged. There really isn't...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Residents of Fountain Valley may be wondering whether they can get assisted living care for their elderly relatives. At Assured Horizons VII, we pride ourselves on the level of service that we offer to senior citizens. Our center is set up to provide a community setting, that will be warm and...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We serve older adults with dementia or Alzheimer's disease in all stages of the disease. We offer mild, moderate and late stage homes in order to group each individual with those who are similar to themselves. We also offer: music therapy, art therapy, animal/pet therapy and video camera...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We serve older adults with dementia or Alzheimer's disease in all stages of the disease. We offer mild, moderate and late stage homes in order to group each individual with those who are similar to themselves. We also offer: music therapy, art therapy, animal/pet therapy and video camera...
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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.
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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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We serve older adults with dementia or Alzheimer's disease in all stages of the disease. We offer mild, moderate and late stage homes in order to group each individual with those who are similar to themselves. We also offer: music therapy, art therapy, animal/pet therapy and video camera...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Jana Marie Guest Home is located in Fountain Valley, CA and serves Orange County. This residential care home enjoys year round mild temperatures and occasional ocean breezes. It is a wonderful place to live and draws family members and friends in for visits as well. The smaller town is a quiet,...

Cost of assisted living in Costa Mesa, CA

The average cost of senior living in Costa Mesa is $4,113 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seal Beach, CA with an average of $4,015 per month.

Assisted living costs in Costa Mesa, CA, vs. nearby cities

Costa Mesa, CA
$4,115/mo

Assisted living costs in Costa Mesa, CA, vs. state and national averages

Costa Mesa, CA
$4,115/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,115/mo
$5,183/mo

Assisted living costs in Costa Mesa, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,012/mo
Private
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Studio
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
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Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,526/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.
Assisted Living$4,115/mo$4,506/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,183/mo$5,459/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$4,396/mo$4,698/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Costa Mesa, CA:$4,115/mo
California:$4,506/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Costa Mesa, CA:$5,183/mo
California:$5,459/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Costa Mesa, CA:$4,396/mo
California:$4,698/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Costa Mesa, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living 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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Assisted living cost trends in Costa Mesa, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living 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 median 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$5,288/mo$5,359/mo-1.3%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Costa Mesa, CA
2024 average cost:$5,288/mo
2023 average cost:$5,359/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Costa Mesa, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Costa Mesa.

What families are saying about assisted living in Costa Mesa

Recent reviews for assisted living in Costa Mesa

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

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Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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Monterey Peninsula III in Corona, CA

3.8
My dad's only been there about a month and a half. Overall, I'd have to say a four out of five. There were a lot of factors taken into account: location, convenience. I am very happy with their helpfulness and their ability to answer questions Their patients, including my father, are ...
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Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, making residents and their families feel welcome and supported. At Brookdale Brookhurst, for example, the staff were praised for their responsiveness and accommodating nature, while at Atria Golden Cr ...
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Delicious and customized meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food offered at senior living communities stood out as a significant factor in overall satisfaction. At Brookdale Irvine, for instance, the chef accommodated dietary restrictions, while at Atria Golden Creek, residents looked forward to their meals ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Activities and social events were highlighted as important factors in creating a positive living experience for seniors. At Brookdale Irvine, residents mentioned enjoying a range of activities and outings, while at Brookdale Brookhurst, the Scan Embrace program provided opportunities for doc ...
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Individualized care and accommodation. Residents and their families expressed appreciation for the personalized care and attention they received at various communities. At Brookdale Garden Grove, for example, staff went above and beyond to help residents with daily tasks and transitions, while at Park View Estates Transitional Ass ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of facilities were consistently noted in reviews, with residents praising the pristine living spaces and common areas. At Huntington Terrace, for instance, the renovated patio and dining room were appreciated, while at Brookdale Brookhurst, residents mentioned the ...
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Thoughtful communication and support. Residents and their families valued clear and frequent communication from staff, ensuring everyone was informed and care needs were addressed. At Brookdale Brookhurst, for example, the community director held regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtu ...
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Costa Mesa review score based on 330 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 330 reviews of 163 Costa Mesa assisted living 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 assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Costa Mesa review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Costa Mesa, CA163 facilities
8.4
Fountain Valley, CA274 facilities
8.4
Newport Beach, CA159 facilities

Review subcategories for Costa Mesa assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 330 reviews of 163 Costa Mesa assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Costa Mesa resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
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Costa Mesa assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Costa Mesa assisted living 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 assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Costa Mesa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.4%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.3%
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.2%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Costa Mesa assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Costa Mesa Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Costa Mesa, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Costa Mesa assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of 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
16%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.9%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
22.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Costa Mesa assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Costa Mesa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Costa Mesa, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Costa Mesa assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Costa Mesa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Costa Mesa, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
23.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
12.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Costa Mesa

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Costa Mesa protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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