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Assisted living costs in Fountain Valley average about $4,088 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 274 communities in Fountain Valley. Our detailed directory has 2865 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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9.0
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21 reviews
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Its name says it all — known in the local community as “The Crown.” Crown Cove is truly a gem. The community is the perfect size — not too big, not too small — so residents never feel “lost” in the crowd....
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.
Crown Cove Senior Living has a very upscale rich living setting with abundant of amenities and attentive staff that ensures your every service needed guaranteed. Within our community you'll find staff and residents in love with what they do. Our staff is dedicated to providing quality service to...
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70 reviews
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The grounds were always well kept the staff was outstanding my mother was always clean and well taken care of. She loved the food, they had Christmas dinners, Thanksgiving dinner, we had barbecues on the...
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.
The only residential care facilities to be built with a uniquely designed floor plan for those with Alzheimer's disease and memory impairment. Each center extends over two acres of land and offers extensive walking paths, park-like rose gardens and sunny patios for the residents enjoyment. The...
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20 reviews
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I cannot say enough about how great [name removed] , [name removed] and the rest of the staff are. I could not have been able to transfer my mom from another state with advanced dementia and not have...
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.
Newport Beach Memory Care is a unique and charming community, where we specialize in memory care services. Our professional staff serves the needs of individuals living with Dementia, Alzheimer disease and various forms of memory loss. We offer 24/7 specialized skilled professionals, 3 balanced...
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8.9
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All staff members are very attentive and responsive. They make an effort to know all visitors by name. The smaller size was comforting to our loved ones and made it easier to get settled in. The food is...
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 Tustin is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a picturesque neighborhood within the city of Tustin. Just off of the I-5 or I-55, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Orange County Global Medical Center, a variety of scenic parks, bustling shopping centers and exquisite dining...
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The staff was so nice from the moment I arrived, during visits with my brother, and extremely caring and supportive when my brother passed. That continued when I returned to collect his belongings. I highly...
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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Staff were friendly - although they were constantly short staffed. They need more staff for patient support and care so you do not have to wait hours for help.
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.
Beautiful Pet Friendly Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Living Community Nestled in the East Side of exclusive Costa Mesa.Our award winning community creates a customized service and assistance plan for each resident with a variety of therapies and life enrichment activities. Our...
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In memory care where my FIL was, he received excellent medical care. The nursing staff was attentive and called me with updates on his medical care and needs. And the staff cared about him as a person and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ideally located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Orange County, Rowntree Gardens is one of the area’s only licensed, not-for-profit, faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). Available on one convenient campus, we offer Acacia Independent Living, The Cedars...
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Good place friendly only wish they would help [name removed] eat lots of times her food is all over her lap other then that it's good. [name removed] who's in charge of that community is really good!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ivy Park at Huntington Beach is a captivating coastal senior living community located in Orange County, California. Just off of the Pacific Coast Highway, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Huntington Beach Hospital, bustling shopping centers, a variety of coastal galleries, and trendy eateries....
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We chose Katella because of the location and size and beauty of the rooms. Nice community. I think the harder part was that my mom was a little combative and not an easy patient, and they only had so much...
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.
Katella welcomes you to a senior living community located within warm and sunny Los Alamitos in Southern California. Tastefully decorated in California Casual style throughout, Katella allows our seniors everything they need to flourish, all within comfortable and casual, yet elegant common areas...
Photo of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
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I love Merrill Gardens. I'm very happy with the place. The residents seem happy as they make eye contact with visitors and say hello, which did not happen at the other facilities i visited. Also you see...
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.
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach is situated between the San Diego Freeway and East Pacific Coast Highway in iconic Orange County. Enjoy being surrounded by parks providing ample outdoor recreation areas, near shopping and hospitals; not to mention being minutes away from the Pacific Ocean in...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Seal Beach
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
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70 reviews
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Provided transportation is limited. Administration listens to resident concerns. Entertainment is brought in regularly. Families are welcome. They have special events for holidays. Prices have gone up over...
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 Seal Beach is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a picturesque neighborhood within the city of Seal Beach. Just off of the 405, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Alamitos Medical Center, stunning ocean views, numerous golf clubs and exquisite dining options. Whether you’re...
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My only comment regarding #2 the cleanliness, is that is has been clean but there have been some plumbing problems that have caused overflow and smell. However, with that being said they have continued to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Oakmont of Huntington Beach is a lovely retirement community situated on a lush campus with lovely views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are also very close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. You’ll feel at home in our retirement...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Garden Grove Guest Home would love to assist you in finding the right place for your special loved one's long or short-term care needs. You are invited to visit us, tour our facility and be introduced to our dedicated staff through our various programs.We strive to help each resident achieve...
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I have 2 parents in there now, my mom in Memory Care and my dad in Assistant Living I would give them a 5 on all. The staff is friendly and helpful they make sure my parents eat together and keep them busy...
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.
Mainplace Senior Living provides seniors with a safe and caring assisted living community to call home in Orange, Orange County, California. This community offers the memory care that seniors need and it provides a beautiful home to those who are looking to be surrounded by a caring and...
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I cannot say enough how amazing the staff is at WV. From [name removed] in sales, especially, to literally the heads of each department we met. We had a medical setback just days before moving into an...
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.
In the heart of Southern California, there's a new concept in retirement living with an award-winning design that wraps cottages and residences around a shop-lined village square and garden courtyards. If you're attracted to that warm sense of belonging that comes from small-town living, you'll...
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I had a stroke i am limited in some things i can do as far taking care of myself,, showers are difficult,, But getting out with the activities, that the director her makes me feel much better about my...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Our community offers a range of lifestyle options so you can live the way you want to live. Our active seniors get to enjoy a large variety of personalized services and exquisitely tailored amenities. We know you will feel right at home. And even better than that, we provide all the benefits...
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I cannot say enough about how much our family appreciated all the warm care and consideration that Clearwater staff showed to my elderly aunt during her time there. From the moment you enter the premises,...
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.
Our assisted living and memory care community in North Tustin, CA offers compassionate care and meaningful services in a beautiful as well as comfortable setting to support seniors of varying needs. Our resident-centered approach to care helps seniors live as active and engaged as they want to...
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The staff here are very compassionate and it is very clean. I like that they have private rooms there. So he can enjoy the only things he has left like music and you don't have to worry about a roommate...
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.
NS Care is located in Fountain Valley, CA in Orange County. This residential care home provides you with a great place to live in a beautiful area. Fountain Valley offers many attractions including The Reptile Zoo, Mile Square Regional Park, Boomers! Fountain Valley, and more. Those who spend...
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They are caring for my mother very well at this community. We are very pleased with everything they have done for us. There is always someone cleaning, the community is pretty spotless. The staff is very...
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.
Since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens has been serving Huntington Beach with high quality assisted living in a residential environment. Our 8 homes are very clean and kept in tip top shape by a dedicated owner and with a staff of long standing employee caregivers who truly enjoy helping our...
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Super friendly, caring staff with multiple years of experience, most of the residents are pretty "with it" and they have activities
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Sea Cliff Assisted Living is a senior living community conveniently located in Huntington Beach, California. Our commitment is to provide a safe, comfortable environment, where assistance is available while maintaining your independent lifestyle. We offer private and semi-private accomodations,...
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I had found Crescent Landing after searching 11 other Memory care facilities around LA & OC for my mom who has Dementia/Alzheimer’s. I knew instantly that this was the right place for my mom. I was able to...
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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I'm real pleased with how things are working out with my sister at Meadowlark Gardens. My sister is doing well there. She keeps them on their toes. She is pleased with the food, she likes the people there....
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.
Since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens has been serving Huntington Beach with high quality assisted living in a residential environment. Our 8 homes are very clean and kept in tip top shape by a dedicated owner with a staff of long standing employee caregivers who truly enjoy helping our residents. This...
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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.
Country Gardens Terrace is located Costa Mesa, California only one mile from the beautiful Pacific Ocean. At Country Gardens Terrace we offer the best of care and assistance and we encourage and support an active lifestyle for each senior citizen. Country Gardens Terrace can bring peace of...
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My mother-in-law is currently staying at Meadowlark Gardens and from what I have seen they really keep a close eye on all the residents, make sure they are handled properly with great care. There is one...
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.
Since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens has been serving Huntington Beach with high quality assisted living in a residential environment. Our 8 homes are very clean and kept in tip top shape by a dedicated owner with a staff of long standing employee caregivers who truly enjoy helping our residents.This...
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They are doing a very good job and we are very happy with it. Nobody is perfect, and there is always room for improvement, but they are doing great. They are also pretty reasonable in price, it's about half...
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.
Since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens has been serving Huntington Beach with high quality assisted living in a residential environment. Our 8 homes are very clean and kept in tip top shape by a dedicated owner and a staff of long standing employee caregivers who truly enjoy helping our residents. This...

Cost of assisted living in Fountain Valley, CA

The average cost of senior living in Fountain Valley is $4,088 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seal Beach, CA with an average of $4,015 per month.

Assisted living costs in Fountain Valley, CA, vs. nearby cities

Fountain Valley, CA
$4,088/mo

Assisted living costs in Fountain Valley, CA, vs. state and national averages

Fountain Valley, CA
$4,088/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,088/mo
$5,206/mo

Assisted living costs in Fountain Valley, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,841/mo
Private
$6,064/mo
Studio
$5,853/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,323/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,364/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,729/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.
Assisted Living$4,088/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,206/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,436/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Fountain Valley, CA:$4,088/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Fountain Valley, CA:$5,206/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Fountain Valley, CA:$4,436/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Fountain Valley, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living 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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Assisted living cost trends in Fountain Valley, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living 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 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
Fountain Valley, CA$5,270/mo$5,218/mo+1.0%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Fountain Valley, CA
2024 average cost:$5,270/mo
2023 average cost:$5,218/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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 Fountain Valley, CA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Fountain Valley

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fountain Valley

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
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

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff, making residents and their families feel at home. At Sunrise of Yorba Linda, several families mention the long-term friendships they've developed with staff members, such as the Executive Director and activities director.
Variety of engaging activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered, which cater to their diverse interests. Examples include musical performances, crafts, bingo, and outings to local attractions. At Brookdale Brookhurst, residents enjoy weekly Scan Embrace program visits from doctors and nurses.
Access to comprehensive care services. Several communities, such as Pacifica Senior Living South Coast, offer on-site medical care, making it easier for residents to manage their health and receive necessary treatment. This level of care, along with the support of attentive staff, has led to positive experiences for many families.
Consistently clean and well-maintained spaces. Many reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, ensuring residents live in a comfortable and inviting environment. Examples include the facilities at Atria Golden Creek and Meridian at Anaheim Hills, where residents appreciate the well-appointed apartments and maintained ...
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Thoughtful and individualized care. Some families share that their loved ones receive personalized attention and care, tailored to their unique needs. At Brookdale Valley View, staff members accommodate dietary restrictions and ensure residents receive meals and assistance that meet their individual requirements.
Accessible and responsive communication. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is essential for ensuring residents' care needs are being met. At Sunrise of Orange, the Director of Sales and Executive Director are praised for their approachability and willingness to address concerns promptly and compassionately. ...
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Fountain Valley review score based on 450 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 450 reviews of 214 Fountain Valley assisted living 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 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

Fountain Valley review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Fountain Valley, CA214 facilities
8.4
Huntington Beach, CA198 facilities
8.5
Costa Mesa, CA213 facilities

Review subcategories for Fountain Valley 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 450 reviews of 214 Fountain Valley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fountain Valley 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.
Fountain Valley, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Fountain Valley assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fountain Valley assisted living 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 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 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
51.9%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
59.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fountain Valley 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 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
15.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
24.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
21%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fountain Valley, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
23.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
12.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fountain Valley

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 Fountain Valley protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living 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 Atria Golden Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fountain Valley, California. See full list of communities.
There are 274 assisted living facilities near Fountain Valley, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Fountain Valley, California are Palos Verdes Villa, Atria Golden Creek and Blessings Senior Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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