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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Ana, CA
Assisted living costs in Santa Ana average about $4,006 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 298 communities in Santa Ana. Our detailed directory has 2919 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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My loved one was recently in this community and I have no complaints of how things went for her while she was there. The staff where excellent to work with and I was very comfortable with the care they...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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After reading the other review, I felt I must write. My mom lived at Bonner House from March 2012 to January 2014 when she passed away. Our family's experience was very positive. The two main caregivers,...
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.
Living the Dream Care Home is a residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE) that provides a variety of essential amenities and services for the elderly. We truly stand behind our name and make you feel as if your loved ones are living a dream. From custom, meal plans, to our individualized...
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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.
Danberry Residential Care home is located in the bedroom community of Tustin, California located in the affluent Orange County. Tustin is a city of go-getters with an amazing 10% of the population holding start-up businesses. In 2009, Tustin made Forbes list of the top 25 towns in America to...
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The staff here are very compassionate and it is very clean. I like that they have private rooms there. So he can enjoy the only things he has left like music and you don't have to worry about a roommate...
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.
NS Care is located in Fountain Valley, CA in Orange County. This residential care home provides you with a great place to live in a beautiful area. Fountain Valley offers many attractions including The Reptile Zoo, Mile Square Regional Park, Boomers! Fountain Valley, and more. Those who spend...
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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.
Country Gardens Terrace is located Costa Mesa, California only one mile from the beautiful Pacific Ocean. At Country Gardens Terrace we offer the best of care and assistance and we encourage and support an active lifestyle for each senior citizen. Country Gardens Terrace can bring peace of...
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My husband suffered rapid decline from memory loss / Alzheimer's, and I struggled to navigate the world of placement options for him. When I stumbled on Forever Young (his 3rd placement) and met the owner I...
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.
William Young, Owner and Memory Care Specialist at Forever Young Memory Care began his journey to build the perfect home where seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s can live purposeful lives in an environment designed to enhance their quality of life in every way. William’s vision started over...
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They are caring for my mother very well at this community. We are very pleased with everything they have done for us. There is always someone cleaning, the community is pretty spotless. The staff is very...
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.
Since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens has been serving Huntington Beach with high quality assisted living in a residential environment. Our 8 homes are very clean and kept in tip top shape by a dedicated owner and with a staff of long standing employee caregivers who truly enjoy helping our...
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Overall, it was a nice place. They kept it very clean. It was a spacious and large home. The care was mostly good. There were some personality clashes involved at times, but that can happen in any small...
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.
Royal RCFE is a senior care home located in Los Angeles County, California. We have redesigned our accommodations to provide absolute comfort and in a quiet and lovely group home setting. We have convenient access to a hospital that is a couple of minutes' drive away. Our neighborhood has an...
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When you are trying to find a care facility for your loved one, its very important that you get the best for them. We have found that with Advanced Care for Elderly. Our Mom has been there for almost 3 years...
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.C.E is a residential care facility were you will find the ideal combination of a home environment, personal care and clinical experience to meet our residents' needs. This is a beautiful home with private rooms, and a big and secure back yard, as well as a gourmet kitchen where meals...
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They make the transition easy for the family and the staff was very helpful and nice. They coordinated with the hospital. We had good communication between family hospital and ActivCare I would definitely...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
ActivCare Orange is a new full-service memory care community that provides specialized assisted living for those with Alzheimer's or related dementias.As pioneers in memory care, we have been enhancing life for those with memory loss for more than 30 years. It's our sole focus.Different Levels of...
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I think they really integrated her well into the residents. They made her transition smooth and she loves the staff and the place! Thank you.
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.
Good Hands is the best private home in specialized assisting care for seniors who want a more private homey environment when they feel that their daily activities are not as easy for them as they used to be. At Good Hands home care, services and amenities are beyond the State's regulations. With...
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My dad is doing very well in this nice community. I am pleased with all they do and they had everything he needed. He is staying busy with activities like doing wood work, sanding, and chop foods for the...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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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.
In the heart of Southern California, there's a new concept in retirement living with an award-winning design that wraps cottages and residences around a shop-lined village square and garden courtyards. If you're attracted to that warm sense of belonging that comes from small-town living, you'll...
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My mom has been living there since May. It really is a wonderful place. There is nothing she needs that they don't have. She complains that if there is a medical issue the nursing staff is too attentive?!?!...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Setting the standard for senior living for the past three decades, Regents Point is a full-service, continuing care retirement community of 400 residents in the heart of Southern California. Centrally located next to a 347-acre nature preserve and the University of California — Irvine, our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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I'm real pleased with how things are working out with my sister at Meadowlark Gardens. My sister is doing well there. She keeps them on their toes. She is pleased with the food, she likes the people there....
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.
Since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens has been serving Huntington Beach with high quality assisted living in a residential environment. Our 8 homes are very clean and kept in tip top shape by a dedicated owner with a staff of long standing employee caregivers who truly enjoy helping our residents. This...
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I rarely review business but I felt compelled to share my family’s experience and more specifically my father’s time with Golden Way Care. My father’s health had been steadily declining over the last few...
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.
At Golden Tuscany, we care about our residents as unique individuals. We believe that growing older is not something we come to endure, but something to be celebrated, like life itself. Life at Golden Tuscany is like living in a resort, with all of the elegance, luxury, security, and fun you...
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I rarely review business but I felt compelled to share my family’s experience and more specifically my father’s time with Golden Way Care. My father’s health had been steadily declining over the last few...
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.
Nohl Ranch Elderly Care II is a senior care home located in Orange, California within Orange County. This lovely and beautiful city has much to offer those people who choose to reside there. Orange has a wide array of parks, both landscaped and wildlife parks. The regional wildlife parks offer...
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Our family toured this community four times and we are so excited to have our parents move here. The staff members are so welcoming and it is just night and day compared to our loved ones previous community.
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.
Vivante is one of Orange County's newest and most prestigious retirement community that is dedicated to providing residents with a healthy and active lifestyle that promotes a feeling of security, independence and peace of mind. We offer a variety of sizes, views and locations, with your choice...
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My mother-in-law is currently staying at Meadowlark Gardens and from what I have seen they really keep a close eye on all the residents, make sure they are handled properly with great care. There is one...
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.
Since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens has been serving Huntington Beach with high quality assisted living in a residential environment. Our 8 homes are very clean and kept in tip top shape by a dedicated owner with a staff of long standing employee caregivers who truly enjoy helping our residents.This...
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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.
Family Choice Senior Care is a 6-bed state licensed facility designed to provide compasionate care for our elderly residents within a loving home setting, giving special attention to each individual needs and a daily regimen consisting of assistance in all activities of daily living,...
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They have been great. They are really working with us, with the insurance company. They have been so patient and so helpful. They are taking really great care of her. The staff is so wonderful, we are really...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
We believe, very strongly, that 'happier, healthier seniors live longer and more meaningful lives.' We try to use this philosophy to determine and prioritize everything we do. Lifestyle: For our residents to be happy, we recognize the need to create an environment that promotes activities,...
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They are doing a very good job and we are very happy with it. Nobody is perfect, and there is always room for improvement, but they are doing great. They are also pretty reasonable in price, it's about half...
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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.
Since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens has been serving Huntington Beach with high quality assisted living in a residential environment. Our 8 homes are very clean and kept in tip top shape by a dedicated owner and a staff of long standing employee caregivers who truly enjoy helping our residents. This...
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It is a quality facility and the staff provide good care for the residents. We have had a few issues with the sales pitch promising services that in reality on the day to day cannot be achieved. On the...
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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.
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.
Oakmont of Huntington Beach is a lovely retirement community situated on a lush campus with lovely views, industry renowned dining, and endless on-site amenities. We are also very close to shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. You’ll feel at home in our retirement...
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This home care was where my mom stayed while on hospice. It was clean. It was safe. The caregivers were warm and kind. During the hardest weeks for my mom and I, the staff held our hands and helped us...
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 kind, warm-hearted staff is 100% dedicated to care for our residents. Our on-staff physician, administrators and caregivers strive to provide anurturing, cozy home away from home for our residents with special attention to health, nutrition and fitness. With our sincerity and companionship,...
Cost of assisted living in Santa Ana, CA
The average cost of senior living in Santa Ana is $4,006 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seal Beach, CA with an average of $3,957 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Ana, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Ana, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Santa Ana, CA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Santa Ana over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Santa Ana
Recent reviews for assisted living in Santa Ana
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.
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
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Engaging and diverse activities. Residents at several communities, including Sunrise of Yorba Linda, Brookdale Brookhurst, and Belmont Village Aliso Viejo, enjoy a wide range of activities that keep them active and socially engaged. From games and movies to art classes and outings, there is something for everyone.
Friendly and caring staff. Many residents express appreciation for the kind and attentive nature of the staff at their communities. Reviews for Atria Golden Creek, Atria Golden Creek, and Brookdale Brookhurst frequently mention the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with com ...
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Fresh and nutritious meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food is noted as a major factor in overall satisfaction with the communities. At Park Plaza, staff make accommodations for dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring residents look forward to mealtimes.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. Residents of Atria Golden Creek, Atria Golden Creek, and Westminster Terrace Senior Living comment on the pristine bathrooms, renovated patios and dining rooms, an ...
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Consistent and open communication. Residents and their families appreciate frequent and clear communication with community staff. At Belmont Village Aliso Viejo, for example, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, ensuring care needs are being met.
Peaceful and serene surroundings. The peaceful atmosphere of some communities is highlighted in several reviews. At Brookdale Irvine, the quiet surroundings contribute to a calm and relaxing environment for residents, allowing them to fully enjoy their daily lives.
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Santa Ana review score based on 513 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 513 reviews of 234 Santa Ana assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Santa Ana 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
Santa Ana review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Santa Ana 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 513 reviews of 234 Santa Ana assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Ana 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.Santa Ana, CA averageNational average
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Santa Ana assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Ana assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santa Ana, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.1%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.2%
13.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Ana, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.5%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Ana, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.9%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Ana, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
25.2%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
11.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Santa Ana
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 Santa Ana protect seniors.
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