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Assisted living costs in Orange County average about $5,926 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 1177 communities in Orange County. Our detailed directory has 16090 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Long Beach, Irvine 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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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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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.
Abbey Elder Care is nestled in the luxurious neighborhood of Emerald Crest in South Corona. The house has a big kitchen, dining room, a family room and a game area.  There are 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. There are 4 single occupancy bedrooms and one shared room.  House is beautifully decorated and is...
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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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We moved my mom into Anaheim Care Guest Home a few months ago. We were so impressed with the Administrators and how welcoming they were when we went in for our initial discussion before deciding to move her...
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.
Anaheim Care Guest Home is situated within Anaheim, CA as a part of Orange County. The residential home care enjoys beautiful California weather with medium temperatures all year long. The sunshine draws visitors to the area and family and friends enjoy the activities the region provides as well....
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They have been really good. I am pretty happy with them so far. They are having a birthday party for a couple of the ladies in there, and we are going to that. I really don't have any major complaints at...
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.
Now you can relax, while your loved one does the same in our beautiful, Agape Senior Living. We offer quality care with dignity and respect!We have a Hairdresser that comes to the home. Doctor that makes house calls ( depending on insurance)
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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.
This facility contains four bedrooms as well as a large backyard. Three of the four rooms are shared by the clients, while the fourth is for the caregivers. All of the rooms are non-ambulatory. There are two full bathrooms inside the facility. There is a living room with several couches and a TV...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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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.
Alternative Senior Care of Santa Ysabell offers the best when it comes to a cozy, and relaxed senior living facility, where your loved one can and will feel at home on the next step of their journey. It's all about real quality care, where your loved one will feel at home, safe, and at peace with...
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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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It is run by two people who take care of the five people there and they are very attentive. They help my wife manage her diabetes and provide a high level of care. They offer a good amount of activities...
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 highly trained staff is committed to the well being of your loved ones! Providing individual care each resident requires.Our safe and secure environment grants families "peace of mind" you deserve.
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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 Rochelle Manor
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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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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: 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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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.
Madison Home Care is located in the personal homes of the residents in Madison county, North Carolina. We even cover surrounding areas such as Buncombe and Yancey counties. There is nothing more comfortable than being in your own home and having care come to you. The type of care that is offered...
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The home was always clean. They took excellent care of my mom, making sure to keep her from staying in one spot too long and put her in her chair every day for part of the time. She was there for eight...
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 to Alternative Senior Care we have been caring for the seniors for over 11 years. At ASC we provide 24 Hour care and supervision for seniors in a Residential home setting. We have multiple facilities located throughout Orange County. Our care programs range from short term stays to long...
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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.
Primrose Residential Care is a senior care home located in the lively town of Anaheim, CA in Orange County. Our charming community is located near the foothills of the beautiful Santa Ana Mountains. Anaheim is a wonderful place to live and a great city full of entertainment for visiting family...
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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.
Bryant Ranch Guest Manor in Orange County's Yorba Linda, CA (once a small agricultural community) is an energetic senior residency where new friends can be made through a network of events and activities. There is never a lack of help here at Bryant Ranch Guest Manor as we offer around the clock...
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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.
We are located in Orange County, city if Garden Grove in a very convenient location close to Senior Center, hospitals, malls, shopping centers, freeways-22 and 405, 10 minutes from Disneyland and Knots Berry Farm, 15 minutes from beach. Our facility is on a cul de sac street, very quiet, a secure...
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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.
Mirabel by the Sea III is located in a quiet and safe neighborhood of Garden Grove, Orange County, CA. It is a mere 30 minutes from the Pacific Ocean. It is close to shopping and Southern California attractions. Their caring, specially trained staff provides top quality care for their senior...
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My mother-in-law is staying here. She is really happy and is thriving. The caregiver has a degree in geriatrics and she is really knowledgeable about how to deal with the elderly. She's so good with getting...
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.
Huntington Beach California is a lovely area with moderate temperatures, friendly people, and many opportunities to get involved with public activities. The neighborhoods are well kept and boast a comfortable way of living in a serene atmosphere. Parks are located throughout the area and offer...
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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.
Sunset Homes was established in September 1990 and is a privately owned company comprised of three homes, located in Dana Point and Laguna Niguel. Each home may accommodate a total of six residents. Two Care Providers are assigned to each home in order to provide lots of individual and personal...
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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.
Cheerful Heart Home Care is an assisted living community located in Garden Grove, California, in Orange County. A vibrant community where you will be treated with the care and respect you deserve, Cheerful Heart Home Care is the perfect choice for your new home. Garden Grove is an exciting city...
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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.
Silver Lining Manor is a residential care home located in the vibrant and diverse city of Anaheim, in Orange County, California. Our beautiful city has so much to offer our residents and their loved ones, with attractions such as the Disneyland Resort, Angel Stadium, Honda Center, and Anaheim...
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My dad is doing very well and I have no complaints and I have not heard anything negative from him. He has the biggest room next to dining room, activity room, and everything else. It is a fantastic room...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
As a well-established retirement community in Fullerton, Acacia Villas provides a warm, family-like environment in a comfortable, homey atmosphere. Acacia Villas features 66 apartments, two large living rooms with a large-screen television, an attractively landscaped central courtyard, and a...

Cost of assisted living in Orange County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Orange County is $5,926 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Riverside County, CA with an average of $5,284 per month.

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Orange County, CA
$5,926/mo

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

Orange County, CA
$5,926/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,926/mo
$7,659/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,227/mo
Studio
$5,204/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,338/mo

Senior living costs in Orange County 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: Orange County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOrange County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,926/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,659/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,101/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Orange County, CA:$5,926/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Orange County, CA:$7,659/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Orange County, CA:$5,101/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Orange County, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Orange County 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Orange County, CA$5,818/mo$5,459/mo+6.6%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Orange County, CA
2024 average cost:$5,818/mo
2023 average cost:$5,459/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
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 Orange County, 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 Orange County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Orange County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Orange County

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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Ramada Ranch in Yucaipa, CA

5.0
very quickly we found a place for my sister-in-law, and it was everything we needed during this difficult time.

Orange County review score based on 2,307 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 2307 reviews of 1177 Orange County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Orange County 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

Orange County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Orange County, CA1177 facilities
6.8
9.0

Review subcategories for Orange County 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 2,307 reviews of 1,177 Orange County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Orange County 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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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Orange County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orange County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orange County, 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 Orange County 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 Orange County 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
48.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
65%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.8%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.4%
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Orange County 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 Orange County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orange County 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 Orange County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.2%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.2%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Orange County 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 Orange County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.4%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orange County 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 Orange County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Orange County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.3%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.4%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
28.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.7%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Orange County

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

Related senior services in Orange County, California

In Orange County, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Orange County, California is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Orange County include bus and rail transportation through the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). Seniors may receive fare discounts. Orange County has fair biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable in certain areas.

Orange County offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Hoag Hospital Irvine and UCI Medical Center.

Orange County houses a number of large cities and many renowned attractions from Disney California Adventure Park to Newport Beach. In this adventurous landscape, seniors have a wide range of activities to choose from. Whether strolling the manicured gardens at San Juan Capistrano or antiquing in historic Old Towne Orange, you’ll find countless opportunities for relaxation and exploration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Goodmornings Home Care, Buena Park Elder Care and Atria Golden Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Orange County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 1177 assisted living facilities near Orange County, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Orange County, 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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