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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Laguna Niguel, CA

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Assisted living costs in Laguna Niguel average about $6,338 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 1104 communities in Laguna Niguel. Our detailed directory has 15867 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Irvine, Laguna Beach and Fountain Valley.

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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I have been a resident at The Granville Place in Calimesa for over 3 years. I have found the level of care and the friendliness of the staff to be excellent. Food is very good and well prepared. 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.
We offer a family home atmosphere as a superior alternative to nursing homes. Our caring staff will assist your loved one with all of his or her daily needs. Our first class care includes:- Assistance with daily needs- Laundry- Home cooked meals- Housekeeping- Incontinence care- 24 hour...
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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.
North Haven Care Facility is located in San Bernardino, CA in San Bernardino County. This residential care home provides a comfortable home in an area that offers much to see and do. Those who spend time in San Bernardino enjoy visiting the San Bernardino National Forest, the San Bernardino...
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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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Laguna Niguel, CA

The average cost of senior living in Laguna Niguel is $6,338 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Riverside, CA with an average of $5,284 per month.

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

Laguna Niguel, CA
$6,338/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Laguna Niguel, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,338/mo
$7,629/mo

Assisted living costs in Laguna Niguel, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,492/mo
Studio
$5,198/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,852/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,843/mo

Senior living costs in Laguna Niguel 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: Laguna Niguel, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLaguna Niguel, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,338/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,629/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,717/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Laguna Niguel, CA:$6,338/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Laguna Niguel, CA:$7,629/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Laguna Niguel, CA:$4,717/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Laguna Niguel, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Laguna Niguel have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Laguna Niguel, CA$5,992/mo$5,640/mo+6.2%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Laguna Niguel, CA
2024 average cost:$5,992/mo
2023 average cost:$5,640/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
California
2024 average cost:$5,968/mo
2023 average cost:$5,628/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Laguna Niguel, 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 Laguna Niguel.

What families are saying about assisted living in Laguna Niguel

Recent reviews for assisted living in Laguna Niguel

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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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

Warm and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and friendliness of the staff at various communities, such as at San Clemente Villas, where they go above and beyond to provide excellent care and make loved ones feel welcomed. The staff at Belmont Village Aliso Viejo have been praised for their warm and ca ...
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Variety of activities for socializing. Reviews for several communities, like Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano, highlight the wide range of activities offered, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more, that help residents stay engaged and active. At Meridian at Laguna Hills, the social atmosphere is a sig ...
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Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Many reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Atria Newport Plaza, where the facilities are described as clean and comfortable, and the private rooms are spacious and updated. At Meridian at Laguna Hills, the grounds are beautiful and peaceful, with plenty of greene ...
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Excellent communication between families and staff. Clear and effective communication between families and communities' staff is a common theme in many reviews, like those for San Clemente Villas, where the staff are praised for their helpfulness and responsiveness in answering questions and addressing concerns. At Atria Golden Creek, the sta ...
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Exceptional food and dining experiences. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities, as evidenced in reviews for Belmont Village Aliso Viejo, where the excellent food is a highlight, and at Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano, where the meals are described as nutritious and delicious. The f ...
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Secure and supportive environment. Reviews for communities like Meridian at Laguna Hills mention the sense of safety and security that residents and their families feel, with friendly and attentive staff ensuring the well-being of residents, like at Atria Del Sol, where the staff are praised for their hard work and dedication ...
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Laguna Niguel review score based on 2,258 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 2258 reviews of 1104 Laguna Niguel assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Laguna Niguel 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

Laguna Niguel review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Laguna Niguel, CA1104 facilities
8.4
Los Angeles, CA612 facilities
8.7
Riverside, CA242 facilities

Review subcategories for Laguna Niguel 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 2,258 reviews of 1,104 Laguna Niguel assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Laguna Niguel 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.
Laguna Niguel, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.4
Friendliness
3.7
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.1
Staff
3.6
3.3
Meals & dining
3.3
3.0
Activities
3.3
3.1
Value for cost*
3.3
3.1
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Laguna Niguel assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Laguna Niguel assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Laguna Niguel, 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 Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Laguna Niguel, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
63%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.2%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.1%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Laguna Niguel, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.7%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.7%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Laguna Niguel, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.2%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.2%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Laguna Niguel, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.3%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Laguna Niguel, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
25.2%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.1%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.3%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.6%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.4%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
28.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
17.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.3%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.4%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Laguna Niguel

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Crestavilla, Watermark Laguna Niguel and Goodmornings Home Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Laguna Niguel, California. See full list of communities.
There are 1104 assisted living facilities near Laguna Niguel, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Laguna Niguel, California are Villas At San Bernardino, Atria Golden Creek and Sunny Rose Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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