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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in East Irvine, CA

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Assisted living costs in East Irvine average about $4,123 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 285 communities in East Irvine. Our detailed directory has 1712 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Love Coastside Senior Home! [names removed] held my hand as I took baby steps transitioning mom from independent living. Steps that led to a nurturing and caring lifestyle for mom where she feels and is...
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.
Coastside Senior Home is a senior living community located in Half Moon Bay, California. We pride ourselves in being one of the largest and most secured communities developed specifically for seniors living in the area. We have beautiful homes available for either rent or purchase so that you can...
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I'm quite impressed with La Vida. It was hard for my mom to make the decision to move out of the family home which she had lived in for 50-years. [Name removed] and the staff were always very...
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.
Welcome to Vintage Mission Viejo! Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Mission Viejo, California.Make yourself at home at Vintage Mission Viejo in Mission Viejo, California. It’s a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul....
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Cost of assisted living in East Irvine, CA

The average cost of senior living in East Irvine is $4,123 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Ana, CA with an average of $4,069 per month.

Assisted living costs in East Irvine, CA, vs. nearby cities

East Irvine, CA
$4,123/mo
$4,119/mo
$4,109/mo

Assisted living costs in East Irvine, CA, vs. state and national averages

East Irvine, CA
$4,123/mo
U.S. national average
$4,718/mo

Assisted living costs in East Irvine, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,123/mo
$5,368/mo

Assisted living costs in East Irvine, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,002/mo
Private
$5,877/mo
Studio
$6,200/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,714/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,311/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$9,885/mo

Senior living costs in East Irvine 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: East Irvine, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Irvine, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,123/mo$4,515/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$5,368/mo$5,484/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living$4,421/mo$4,717/mo$4,175/mo
Assisted Living
East Irvine, CA:$4,123/mo
California:$4,515/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
East Irvine, CA:$5,368/mo
California:$5,484/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
Independent Living
East Irvine, CA:$4,421/mo
California:$4,717/mo
U.S.:$4,175/mo
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Assisted living costs in East Irvine, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in East Irvine 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 East Irvine, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in East Irvine 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Irvine, CA$5,738/mo$5,842/mo-1.8%
California$5,654/mo$5,349/mo+5.7%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
East Irvine, CA
2024 average cost:$5,738/mo
2023 average cost:$5,842/mo
Percent change:-1.8%
California
2024 average cost:$5,654/mo
2023 average cost:$5,349/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Irvine, 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 East Irvine.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Irvine

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Irvine

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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Monterey Peninsula IV in Corona, CA

5.0
This community just worked our perfectly, our loved one was from Hawaii and they were familiar with the their food traditions which was nice. It was very clean. and the staff members were great, we thought it was a really good value and the care excellent.

Priority Care Senior Living in Mission Viejo, CA

4.8
my sister had brain cancer...they were wonderful during her rough days! gave me peace of mind

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Comfortable and homely atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the communities, making them feel like a home for residents. For example, at Sunrise of Orange, the Executive Director goes the extra mile to ensure new residents feel welcome and at ease, while residents at Atria Newport Plaza en ...
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Delicious and diverse food offerings. Residents express their appreciation for the high-quality food and various options provided in the communities. At Brookdale Irvine, the meals are delicious and the on-site restaurant offers a range of menu choices to accommodate individual preferences, while Westminster Terrace Senior Living ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer an extensive range of activities for residents to stay engaged and active. At Belmont Village Aliso Viejo, residents enjoy a full activities calendar with options from art classes to musical entertainment, while Meridian at Laguna Hills praises the staff for their efforts i ...
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Compassionate and dedicated staff. Residents and their families consistently praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in the communities. At Park Plaza, the staff are described as warm and friendly, consistently going above and beyond to help residents, while Ivy Park at Tustin shares how the staff have made a signi ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating care. Communities provide individualized care plans to cater to the unique needs of each resident. At Pacifica Senior Living South Coast, nurses are praised for their attentiveness and dedication to their patients' well-being, while Atria Golden Creek expresses satisfaction with the responsiveness ...
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Conveniently located and easily accessible. Many communities are located in desirable areas with easy access to amenities and services. At Oakmont of Orange, residents appreciate the proximity to local attractions and conveniences, while Sunrise of Mission Viejo mentions the convenience of being close to their loved one's doctor's off ...
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East Irvine review score based on 222 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 222 reviews of 198 East Irvine assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Irvine 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

East Irvine review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
East Irvine, CA198 facilities
8.4
Irvine, CA289 facilities
8.3
Tustin, CA222 facilities

Review subcategories for East Irvine 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 222 reviews of 198 East Irvine assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East Irvine 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.
East Irvine, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.7
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.6
Activities
3.8
3.6
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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East Irvine assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Irvine assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Irvine, 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 East Irvine 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 East Irvine that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East Irvine, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
50.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.8%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Irvine 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 East Irvine Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Irvine, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.6%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.2%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Irvine 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 East Irvine partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Irvine, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.6%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.7%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in East Irvine 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 East Irvine communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Irvine, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.6%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.2%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
14.1%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Irvine 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 East Irvine offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Irvine, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.6%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.6%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.8%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.5%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.1%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.6%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.2%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
19.2%
47%
Dances
Dances
11.6%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Irvine

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 East Irvine protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Atria Golden Creek, Comfort Keepers Home Care II and Atria San Juan are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Irvine, California. See full list of communities.
There are 285 assisted living facilities near East Irvine, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in East Irvine, California are Atria Golden Creek, Blessings Senior Care and Sunrise of Yorba Linda. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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