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Photo of A Verona Court VII
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.
Verona Court VII is a little piece of heaven in Mission Viejo, California that welcomes all of the young at heart. We are a five star establishment with an excellent Medicare rating. The comfort of our patients is of highest priority. Verona Court is a small facility with apartment-style housing....
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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.
Photo of Jo Anne's Retirement Manor III
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.
Photo of Jilmar Golden Manor
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.
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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.
Joyful Home II, located on Camberwell Street in Laguna Hills, California, is one of the area's top elderly care facilities. Private rooms help residents create their own homes in our building, and we encourage our residents to decorate and bring in some of their own furniture to create an even...
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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.
Joyful Home is located in Orange, California and offers board and care facilities to the elderly. As an RCFE facility, we are dedicated, devoted and loving toward each one of our residents. We strive to provide personalized services toward individual needs. Our staff are caring, loving and...
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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.
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My uncle is doing very well here. The staff is very friendly and they are able to communicate with him in his primary language which is Spanish. He is the most active one in the bunch of residents that 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.
Founded in 1992 the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan is the biggest service provider for people of all ages in the United States with over 27,000 residents. Our mission is to serve each and every resident in god's will to the best of our ability and to provide shelter and support for all...
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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.
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They are wonderful!! They have wonderful food, they cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and they do the shopping. They provide wonderful compassionate care. I am very pleased with them. They are really...
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.
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Photo of Spring House 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.
Spring House is a 6 bed home for the elderly, located in a beautiful residential quiet neighborhood. It is close to shopping, freeway, church and hospitals. The decoration is bright and cheerful. Several windows and patio doors allow sunlight in the house. Outdoor patio for entertaining is...
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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.
A Verona Court VIII is an assisted living facility that is located in Viejo, CA. What A Verona Court VIII specializes in is being an Alzheimer's Care provider. Along with that, there is also a dedicated memory care program here. Individuals who have dementia are will also be welcome while here....
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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.
A lot of people dream about living in Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, or Mission Viejo. The communities are wonderful and just a stone's throw from some of the best beaches and harbors in the world. Verona Court II is located in the heart of this area and provides senior assisted living to a...
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The home is immaculate and beautiful, the staff is very knowledgeable, caring and provide excellent services. Our first choice!
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.
Good Samaritan Retirement Center is a beautiful senior independent living community, located in El Cajon California. This Spanish mission styled facility boasts beautiful grounds and apartment with open floor plans. Kitchenettes and walk-in closets are just some of the lovely features available...
Photo of Del Sol II
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.
Del Sol and Del Sol Dos Residential Care for the Elderly's mission is to provide the best living accommodations in a real home environment. Each home is family owned and dedicated to giving personal loving care to our elderly. Our goal is to make quality multi-level service and supervision...
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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.
Allora Senior LivingAllora Senior Living is a newly established premium residential senior assisted living facility providing best in class care in Mission Viejo, CA. The facility is freshly renovated, technology enhanced, and awake staff ready. We welcome you to learn more about the services and...
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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.
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.
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We love Serene Valley Care Home. It is akways clean, my family member is always clean, they serve great meals & have the residents families come & visit at holiday times to have a meal together. My family...
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.
Serene Valley Care Home is located in gorgeous Lake Forest, California and is within driving distance to many residential homes and shopping centers. This is a prime location for anyone to have their elderly parent live. Here at Serene Valley Care Home, we pride ourselves in being one of the very...
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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.
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Since Mom has been at Basia Residential living,(about 1 1/2 months now), her health has improved a lot and keeps getting better. Her diabetes is under control, she is now able to use her walker with...
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.
When it comes to taking care of an elderly loved one, many people worry about their loved one being neglected in an overcrowded and understaffed senior care facility. Fortunately, there is a solution to the problem in the Lake Forest, California community. We at Basia Residential care offer a...
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The care at this community. My mom likes staff who are always caring for her needs of her special diet needs. The community is clean and very nice. The menu is what she is needed for her special. They offer...
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.
Serenity Senior Care Home Serenity Senior Care Home is a residential care home located in the charming city of Lake Forest, CA in Orange County. Our incredible community is situated between two lakes and it overlooks the Foothill Ranch and Portola Hills. In addition, Lake Forest was recently...
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I'm quite impressed with La Vida. It was hard for my mom to make the decision to move out of the family home which she had lived in for 50-years. [Name removed] and the staff were always very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Vintage Mission Viejo! Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Mission Viejo, California.Make yourself at home at Vintage Mission Viejo in Mission Viejo, California. It’s a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul....
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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.
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From the moment I walked into Brandon Manor I felt like my prayers had been answered. Lovely home with a feeling of serenity. Everyone that works there is very kind and competent. I'm grateful to have found...
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.
Mary Yepes, owner of Brandon Manor worked initially as a physical therapist for many years when the families of her patients began requesting her to help in caretaking. The word spread of her love and attention when she was inspired to begin caretaking full time. Mary now lives in the home with...
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Cost of assisted living in Mission Viejo, CA

The average cost of senior living in Mission Viejo is $4,206 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Warm Springs, CA with an average of $3,843 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mission Viejo, CA, vs. nearby cities

Mission Viejo, CA
$4,206/mo

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

Mission Viejo, CA
$4,206/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Mission Viejo, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,206/mo
$5,620/mo

Assisted living costs in Mission Viejo, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,000/mo
Private
$5,886/mo
Studio
$6,189/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,891/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,634/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,795/mo

Senior living costs in Mission Viejo 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: Mission Viejo, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMission Viejo, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,206/mo$4,504/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,620/mo$5,459/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$4,608/mo$4,698/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Mission Viejo, CA:$4,206/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Mission Viejo, CA:$5,620/mo
California:$5,459/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Mission Viejo, CA:$4,608/mo
California:$4,698/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mission Viejo, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Mission Viejo 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
Mission Viejo, CA$5,979/mo$5,852/mo+2.2%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Mission Viejo, CA
2024 average cost:$5,979/mo
2023 average cost:$5,852/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
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 Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mission Viejo

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mission Viejo

Monterey Peninsula III in Corona, CA

3.8
My dad's only been there about a month and a half. Overall, I'd have to say a four out of five. There were a lot of factors taken into account: location, convenience. I am very happy with their helpfulness and their ability to answer questions Their patients, including my father, are ...
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Monterey Peninsula IV in Corona, CA

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

Priority Care Senior Living in Mission Viejo, CA

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff with a family like atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and caring attitudes of staff members at various communities, creating a family like atmosphere. For example, at Atria San Juan, residents and their families praise the staff's attentiveness and dedication to ensuring the happiness and well-being of th ...
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A variety of activities to encourage socializing. Residents find enjoyment in the many activities offered, with families praising the wide range of offerings. At Park Terrace, for instance, activities like playing the piano and enjoying live music stand out as popular pastimes.
Professionally maintained living spaces and grounds. Throughout reviews, the cleanliness and upkeep of the community are mentioned as important factors, with several communities boasting well-maintained interiors and beautiful outdoor areas. At Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano, for instance, the grounds are described as having rose gardens, green ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Consistent and honest communication between families and staff is valued by many residents and their families. At Atria Del Sol, for instance, staff members are praised for their willingness to listen and respond to concerns and provide regular updates on their loved ones.
Nutritious meals with individual needs accommodated. Residents often comment on the quality of the food offered at their communities, with many expressing appreciation for the accommodations made to dietary restrictions and individual preferences. At Meridian at Laguna Hills, for example, the chef caters to various dietary needs and preferences ...
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Supportive and accommodating care for varying needs. Reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers at different communities, with families expressing gratitude for the help and support their loved ones receive. At Atria Golden Creek, for instance, the staff is praised for going the extra mile to make the transition to assisted living ...
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Mission Viejo review score based on 220 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 220 reviews of 157 Mission Viejo assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mission Viejo 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

Mission Viejo review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Mission Viejo, CA157 facilities
8.2
Laguna Hills, CA247 facilities

Review subcategories for Mission Viejo 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 220 reviews of 157 Mission Viejo assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mission Viejo 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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3.8
Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Mission Viejo assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mission Viejo assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo 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
44.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
44.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.5%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.2%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.3%
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo 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
63.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo 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
9.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.9%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
15.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mission Viejo, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
13.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.2%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mission Viejo, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
13.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
17.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
10.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mission Viejo

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