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Assisted living costs in Irvine average about $4,107 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 289 communities in Irvine. Our detailed directory has 1841 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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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living South Coast
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33 Floor plans available
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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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Photo of Loving Elderly Care Home
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[Name removed] and [Name removed] are most loving and caring individuals and we can't say how grateful and blessed we feel that they are caring for our Mama. They go above and beyond to provide best care...
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.
Do you have a loved one that is in need of a helping hand? If so, be sure to get in touch with our Loving Elderly Care Home. We are the best at what we do, and take pride in providing you with the loving care that you need and deserve. Regardless of what type of assistance your loved one needs,...
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Photo of The Ivy at Wellington
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My only comment is that if a senior needs a lot of assistance this is not the place to be. We are having to pay for outside additional caregivers to come in because he needs more help. He is in the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
"The Ivy at Wellington is a senior living community set on over 8 acres easily accessible from Interstate 5 and Highway 73. The location between the picturesque foothills of the Saddleback Mountains and the Pacific Ocean is only a short distance to many popular restaurants, golf courses and local...
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Photo of Clearwater at North Tustin
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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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Photo of Citrus Hills Senior Living
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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
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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.
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 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...
Photo of Ivy Park at Laguna Woods
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Cleanliness of the facility is a 4... but there are a lot of places under repair or with stained carpet which downgrades the look of the place a little right now. Presumably when they finish it will be a 5....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ivy Park at Laguna Woods is a senior living community centrally located and easily accessible from Interstate 5 and Highway 73. The location is one of Orange County’s most desirable with its natural beauty, multiple golf courses, scenic views of the Saddleback Valley, close proximity to the...
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My mom has been living there since May. It really is a wonderful place. There is nothing she needs that they don't have. She complains that if there is a medical issue the nursing staff is too attentive?!?!...
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.
Setting the standard for senior living for the past three decades, Regents Point is a full-service, continuing care retirement community of 400 residents in the heart of Southern California. Centrally located next to a 347-acre nature preserve and the University of California — Irvine, our...
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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.
Danberry Residential Care home is located in the bedroom community of Tustin, California located in the affluent Orange County. Tustin is a city of go-getters with an amazing 10% of the population holding start-up businesses. In 2009, Tustin made Forbes list of the top 25 towns in America to...
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My husband suffered rapid decline from memory loss / Alzheimer's, and I struggled to navigate the world of placement options for him. When I stumbled on Forever Young (his 3rd placement) and met the owner I...
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.
William Young, Owner and Memory Care Specialist at Forever Young Memory Care began his journey to build the perfect home where seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s can live purposeful lives in an environment designed to enhance their quality of life in every way. William’s vision started over...
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Photo of Lake Forest Country Home 2
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My mom lived here for 7 years, and it was just right for her needs. It was clean, safe, and well maintained. Mom liked to sit and read or work crossword puzzles, and she wasn't all that interested in...
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.
Lake Forest Country Home 2 is an assisted living facility located in Lake Forest, CA. We offer a lot of services available to our residents with the help of our professionally trained staff. We will provide our residents with three cooked meals a day that will also fit with their dietary...
Photo of Silverado Tustin Hacienda
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My loved one was recently in this community and I have no complaints of how things went for her while she was there. The staff where excellent to work with and I was very comfortable with the care they...
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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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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.
Lake forest Country Home is an assisted living facility located in the gorgeous Lake Forest, California. We are known for our 24 hour a day, 7 days a week, no matter what we'll be there service and care. There is no better place for senior living and senior care for senior citizens who wish to...
Photo of Clearwater Newport Beach
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My husband was in another facility which was just ok, with some specific concerns. The difference is like night and day with Clearwater. The staff is energetic, positive and willing to go over and above 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.
Discover Clearwater Newport Beach, a new senior living community where care and compassion come wrapped in luxury surroundings. This vibrant community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care with well-appointed amenities, Clearwater signature programs, and personalized care. Enjoy chef-driven...
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After searching all of the caregiving options available, Freedom Village by far was the best choice. I continue to appreciate the hardworking, kind and caring staff here. I believe that this is a good...
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.
Are you looking for peace-of-mind, safety and comfort within an environment offering a greater sense of well-being for yourself or a loved one? Freedom Village Assisted Living is open to the public and offers a loving, caring staff who provide assistance with personal care, medication...
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My father is doing great since his move into the Leisure Lodge. It is a good situation for him and we would recommend this home to anyone looking into it. They are taking good care of him.
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 are located in a nice and quiet neighborhood and have been taking care of seniors since 1996. We have 3 full time administrators for all 4 Leisure Lodges and a licensed nurse to oversee resident care. We are also a member of 6beds.org, a group who has been constantly doing good for 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.
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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After reading the other review, I felt I must write. My mom lived at Bonner House from March 2012 to January 2014 when she passed away. Our family's experience was very positive. The two main caregivers,...
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.
Living the Dream Care Home is a residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE) that provides a variety of essential amenities and services for the elderly. We truly stand behind our name and make you feel as if your loved ones are living a dream. From custom, meal plans, to our individualized...
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Our family had been very happy with the care our loved one has received since moving into Comfort & Care. They are very on top of her daily basic needs. The staff members are super super pleasant, they are...
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.
Welcome! At COMFORT & CARE FOR THE ELDERLY we provide more than just a comfortable home and caring environment. Our well trained, experienced caregivers patiently meet the individual needs of each of our residents, uplifting their spirits with kindness, love and compassion. Since our...
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They are very knowledgeable and helpful. I love everything about them. The only thing I can think of where they can improve would be to have a few more activities for the residents. They may have some...
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.
Our mission is to provide excellent care given in a safe, respectful and compassionate manner that maintains and improves the quality of life for elderly individuals and provide peace of mind to family members to their responsible parties. Our staff members have over 30 years combined experience...
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They make the transition easy for the family and the staff was very helpful and nice. They coordinated with the hospital. We had good communication between family hospital and ActivCare I would definitely...
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.
ActivCare Orange is a new full-service memory care community that provides specialized assisted living for those with Alzheimer's or related dementias.As pioneers in memory care, we have been enhancing life for those with memory loss for more than 30 years. It's our sole focus.Different Levels of...
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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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Its a good place. They provide a good service. My mother is really thriving there. The staff is very friendly. My loved one is picky but she seems to like it and say "it's good" and she is gaining weight....
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.
It is our steadfast desire to offer a truly exceptional community for seniors of Orange County, a goal we strive to meet every single day. Thanks to features such as: Dedication to resident satisfaction Outstanding care services Newly renovated apartment units Diverse programming and activities...
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This community was very easy to work with and they were very accommodating. this was a nice environment with nice staff but my loved one was only there for a limited time. The time we did have with this...
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.
Grand View Villas is located in the scenic area of Mission Viejo, with gorgeous views that residents enjoy year round. Bright and sunny rooms with plenty of windows provide natural light throughout the house and each room is exquisitely decorated. Two living rooms provide a room for relaxing and...
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My dad is doing very well in this nice community. I am pleased with all they do and they had everything he needed. He is staying busy with activities like doing wood work, sanding, and chop foods for 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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...

Cost of assisted living in Irvine, CA

The average cost of senior living in Irvine is $4,107 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coronita, CA with an average of $3,984 per month.

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

Irvine, CA
$4,107/mo
$4,098/mo

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

Irvine, CA
$4,107/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,107/mo
$5,272/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,101/mo
Private
$5,905/mo
Studio
$6,201/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,795/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,899/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$9,885/mo

Senior living costs in 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: Irvine, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIrvine, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,107/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,272/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,379/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Irvine, CA:$4,107/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Irvine, CA:$5,272/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Irvine, CA:$4,379/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Irvine, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Irvine, CA$5,831/mo$6,050/mo-3.6%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Irvine, CA
2024 average cost:$5,831/mo
2023 average cost:$6,050/mo
Percent change:-3.6%
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 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 Irvine.

What families are saying about assisted living in Irvine

Recent reviews for assisted living in Irvine

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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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities for socializing. Residents at various communities enjoy a diverse array of activities, including singing, games, and social events. For instance, at Sunrise of Yorba Linda, they have movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes to keep residents engaged and active.
Kind and caring staff. Several reviews mention the compassionate nature of the staff at their community. For example, at Westminster Terrace Senior Living, the kind and attentive staff have developed friendships with residents and their families.
Peaceful and well-maintained surroundings. Many residents appreciate the calming atmosphere and cleanliness of their community. As mentioned at Brookdale Irvine, the peaceful surroundings and the well-kept facilities contribute to a nice living experience.
Personalized care for individual needs. Communities like Sunrise of Mission Viejo offer personalized care for residents, accommodating their unique needs. For instance, they make quick and thoughtful adjustments to help residents and their families during the moving process.
Delicious and customizable meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Meridian at Laguna Hills, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes a highlight of the day.
Supportive and communicative staff. Families value clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff, ensuring care needs are being met. For example, at Sunrise of Yorba Linda, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
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Irvine review score based on 290 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 290 reviews of 200 Irvine assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The 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

Irvine review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Irvine, CA200 facilities
8.4
Tustin, CA222 facilities
8.1
Laguna Woods, CA243 facilities

Review subcategories for 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 290 reviews of 200 Irvine assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare 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.
Irvine, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Irvine assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Irvine assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 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 Irvine that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Irvine, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53%
33.8%
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
65.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.5%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in 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 Irvine Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Irvine, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in 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 Irvine partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Irvine, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
19%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in 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 Irvine communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Irvine, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
14.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in 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 Irvine offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Irvine, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
17%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
19.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in 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 Irvine protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Golden Creek, Brookdale Irvine and Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Irvine, California. See full list of communities.
There are 289 assisted living facilities near Irvine, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in 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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