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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
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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
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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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.
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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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...
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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
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.
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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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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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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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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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.
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 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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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.
Thank you for choosing Patchwork Quilt Gues Home as your next place of residence. Here, you will be provided with loving and excellent care in a home-like setting. Our wonderful staff will assist you in all your daily living needs in a stimulating atmosphere that cultivates and maintains...
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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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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.
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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.
Our goal is to assist our clients. We try to help the elderly achieve the highest quality of life that is possible. We want to allow them to retain his or her independence and dignity. We are known for supplying old fashioned personal service, which is accompanied by the latest modern health...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
The owners are HOME HEALTH AIDE CERTIFIED by the State of California Dept. of Health Services after the completion of special programs in the nursing Dept. at Saddleback College. ( cert#148398 &148399).Owner operated / owner lives in the facility – European background, trained in the field of...
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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.
Laguna Cottage #2 is located in perpetually sunny Orange county, Laguna Nigel, CA. This is a senior care home where loving caregivers provide assistance to seniors in a group home setting. The home is in a hilly basin within the area of the San Joaquin Hills. The climate is Mediterranean. The...

Cost of assisted living in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

The average cost of senior living in Rancho Santa Margarita is $4,128 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Meadowbrook, CA with an average of $3,680 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. nearby cities

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$4,128/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. the state and national average

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$4,128/mo
U.S. national average
$4,630/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Margarita vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,128/mo
$5,549/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,845/mo
Private
$5,588/mo
Studio
$5,899/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,351/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,267/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Margarita over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rancho Santa Margarita

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rancho Santa Margarita

Westminster Terrace Senior Living

5.0
It's been a much better experience than I thought. Mom has been happy with the food, activities, and staff. Yes, I'd absolutely recommend to others.

Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano

5.0
We love the classic, intimate 2 story design, and semi-hidden location. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend Ivy Park at San Juan to other families.

Discovery Commons 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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and caring nature of the staff at various communities, including Watermark Laguna Niguel and Sunrise of Mission Viejo. Residents and their families appreciate the warm greetings and helpful attitudes displayed by the community's team members.
Quality dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the importance of good food stands out as a major factor in overall satisfaction with the communities. For example, at Atria Golden Creek and Meridian at Laguna Hills, residents look forward to their meals and comment on the accommodation of dietary restrictions.
Engaging activities. Communities offer a wide range of activities for residents, as mentioned in reviews for Atria Golden Creek and Meridian at Laguna Hills. These activities include social events, educational programs, and fitness classes, allowing residents to stay active and engaged.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness and upkeep as a priority, with some commenting specifically on the private rooms and group areas. For example, at Belmont Village Aliso Viejo and Ivy Park of Wellington, residents appreciate the pristine environments and updated features.
Effective communication between families and staff. Families and residents value clear and open communication, as mentioned in reviews for Atria Golden Creek and Meridian at Laguna Hills. Staff members are responsive and keep families informed about their loved ones' care and well-being.
Sense of community and friendliness. Several reviews mention the welcoming atmosphere and sense of community among the residents at their specific communities, including Capistrano Senior Living and Belmont Village Aliso Viejo. Many residents and families note that it feels like a large, caring family.
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Rancho Santa Margarita review score based on 144 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 144 reviews of 134 Rancho Santa Margarita assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rancho Santa Margarita 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

Rancho Santa Margarita review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA134 facilities
7.8
Mission Viejo, CA231 facilities
7.9
Lake Forest, CA224 facilities

Review subcategories for Rancho Santa Margarita 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 144 reviews of 134 Rancho Santa Margarita assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rancho Santa Margarita 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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4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Rancho Santa Margarita assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rancho Santa Margarita assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Rancho Santa Margarita 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
41.8%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.8%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
44%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.6%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Rancho Santa Margarita 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
61.2%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.7%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Rancho Santa Margarita 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
7.5%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.4%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.2%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.2%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Rancho Santa Margarita communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.4%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
11.2%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.2%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Rancho Santa Margarita offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
10.4%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.7%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
17.2%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
8.2%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.5%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
15.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
8.2%
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Fitness center
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24.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rancho Santa Margarita

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 Rancho Santa Margarita protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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Wildomar Senior Assisted Living, Sunrise of Orange and Atria Golden Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rancho Santa Margarita, California. See full list of communities.

There are 200 assisted living facilities near Rancho Santa Margarita, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, California are Wildomar Senior Assisted Living, Sunrise of Orange and Atria Golden Creek. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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