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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lake Forest, CA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Lake Forest, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Lake Forest or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Lake Forest.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Lake Forest for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 226 assisted living facilities in the Lake Forest area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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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.
Orange County has long been one of the most livable places in the United States. It is safe, friendly, and the sea breeze moves gently inland into the hills on a daily basis. For someone who has worked hard their entire life and is now spending their golden years in increasing discomfort...
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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.
A Verona Court IV is a senior home living community located in ten different locations in the Laguna Niguel and Laguna Hills areas covering the Orange County of California. Each of the senior living homes offers the most upscale, quick, reliable and responsive services to maintain their stance as...
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.
Candlewood Care Home III is located in North Tustin, California and offers senior residents an assisted living environment that strives to make them feel comfortable. Six fully furnished spaces have an independent apartment feel, which gives each resident as much privacy and independence as they...
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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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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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This is a very nice community for my mom. The staff is really nice and caring. The food is very good and nice variety. They do offer my mom activities. I would highly recommend this community for others for...
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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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[Name removed] and her group do an amazing job! They all work very hard and take such good care of the residents in the home. We couldn’t be happier to have our Mother in this home.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Laguna Niguel Care Home is a residential care home located in Laguna Niguel, California in the Orange County. Our home is located in an area with great weather conditions which provide a comfortable stay to our seniors. The location is quiet to provide a peaceful environment for the...
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Cost of assisted living in Lake Forest, CA
The average cost of senior living in Lake Forest is $4,029 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coronita, CA with an average of $3,885 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake Forest, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake Forest, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Lake Forest, CA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lake Forest, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Lake Forest
Recent reviews for assisted living in Lake Forest
Carmel Village in Fountain Valley, CA
4.5
Clean facilities, great social activities, food seemed good! My Dad really liked his apartment ! Caregivers are awesome, but in my opinion may be overworked. I think my Dad just needed a little bit more attention/care but not necessarily memory care. He had a series of falls which led to his ...
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Blessings Senior Care in Anaheim, CA
3.9
Our father required 24 hr care and the finding a residential board & care facility is difficult. Blessings has truly been a blessing to our family! The staff truly cares for the residents as their own family While providing a place that is safe, clean and friendly,
Raincross at Riverside
5.0
It is a great place to live and yes I would recommend people to go there. The staff is wonderful and caring. My mother loves living there.
Lake Forest review score based on 212 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 212 reviews of 154 Lake Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lake Forest 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
Lake Forest review score compared against nearby cities
8.0
Lake Forest, CA154 facilities
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Review subcategories for Lake Forest 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 212 reviews of 154 Lake Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lake Forest 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.Lake Forest, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Lake Forest assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
46.8%
51.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.9%
33.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
42.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.7%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
79.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.9%
50.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
31.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.2%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.7%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.9%
39.3%
No sugar
No sugar
14.9%
36.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
34.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
12.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.4%
30.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11%
41.3%
Room service
Room service
11%
35.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
11.7%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.4%
30.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11%
29.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.2%
49.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
48.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
51.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.7%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.4%
33.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.9%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
15.6%
46%
Dances
Dances
7.8%
28.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.8%
23.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13%
44.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lake Forest
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lake Forest protect seniors.
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