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Residential care homes in Santa Ana often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in Santa Ana is $3,654 per month. To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 490 care homes in Santa Ana and read 738 reviews of families’ experiences.

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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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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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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
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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.
The Astoria Retirement Residence is a residential care home located in the beautiful seaside city of Newport Beach, California. Our picturesque community features beautiful harbors and scenic views of the ocean with majestic shorelines. Newport Beach is a great place to live with an inviting...
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There is not one negative thing I can say about the care she received and the atmosphere that was created by the staff. Helpful, caring, fun & conscientious beyond belief & well beyond what was expected...
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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 I is located in Orange, CA in Orange County. This residential care home is located in a place that is full of things to do and see. Orange offers residents and guests the opportunity to check out Heisler Park, Crystal Cove State Park, Newport Beach, and more. This area is...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My mother was there for almost two years. She was very will taken care of. Loving owners and staff.
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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 is a senior care home located in the beautiful residential section of the city and county of Orange, California. Just miles from downtown Anaheim, residents of Nohl Ranch Elderly Care have convenient accessibility to a plethora of shopping, entertainment, and medical...
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I love this community it is just a few blocks from my house so I can visit often. It is always clean and kept up. The staff is kind, attentive, and patient. The director [Removed] has accommodated my mom's...
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.
The Heathers - Seaside Cottage provides residents with a fantastic level of care, with a team of caregivers and staff in long term positions, along with visiting medical professionals and therapists. Awake night staff, licensed for dementia care and bedridden hospice care, provide around the...
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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.
Exclusive Eldercare, Inc is family owned and operated by an RN, social work consultant and RCFE administrator with over 20 years experience.Our homes are luxurious assisted living facilities custom designed for up to 6 seniors and we offer a variety of living arrangements, amenities and services,...
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My brother and I knew instantly when we walked in that this was the right place for mom. The staff at The Amethyst Home were very efficient and friendly. It was the only facility I went to where people were...
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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.
Amethyst Home II is an unique place to live for the elderly with tons of amenities, located in Yorba Linda, CA. There are services offered such as assisted living, micro community, Alzheimer's care, hospice, and short term care. There is also a nearby hospital within 2 miles of the facility. Each...
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This is where you want your loved one to stay and enjoy their final days and months. A beautiful, quiet, lovely and tasteful home, with so many flowers and plants, a beautiful front and back yard, a...
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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.
Helpful Care Home, located at 506 N Royal Street in Anaheim, CA, was created to provide independent living for seniors according to their individual and social needs. It is a place that believes that they should receive high quality in-home, non-medical assistance while maintaining their...
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Our care home is very cozy, traditional, and serene. Located in the beautiful colonial district of Anaheim. This home was featured as a model home with the Dept. of Social Services. All rooms are furnished and move-in ready. Staff are friendly, very well experienced, and are fully trained in...
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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.
Kozy Quarters has 6 private rooms. We accept male and females.We have alarmed entry doors a gated backyard. A small area for gardening whether it be for flowers or vegetables. We have wild bird feeders and have seen Black phobes, Finches, sparrows. we love are norther Blue Jays. And of course we...
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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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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.
Oceanside Senior Home is community dedicated to offering seniors a nice place to live in their golden years. Not only is it a home, but it's a family that cares for and nurtures one another. Operated to assist with senior living, Oceanside Senior Home is a wonderful place for adult children to...
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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.
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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.
Addeline's Guest Home is located in Anaheim, California. We are an assisted living community that helps senior citizens live in a community that offers help to them when they need it. We help seniors enjoy life without having to live in a nursing home. Elderly and seniors live in our community...
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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.
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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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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
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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.
Cameo Turtle Rock II is peacefully nestled in the gorgeous Costa Meca, CA. We provide personalized care to meet your loved ones needs. There is a comfortable and relaxing home environment in every detail of the home. Our residents become easily adapted to their new home. This is especially...
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Newport Garden Villa is centrally located in the Newport Beach / Costa Mesa border. Supervised 24/7 care by well trained staff provides complete services for adult comfort lifestyles.Ocean breeze routinely create the pleasing comfort for lunch or afternoon tea in the outside patio. Community is...
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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.
Newport Heights Manor is a senior care home located in sunny Costa Mesa, California in Orange County. Located just east of Newport Beach and just south of Huntington Beach, the city of Costa Mesa is very close to many recreational areas as well as shopping venues. The city is just a couple...
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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.

Cost of care homes in Santa Ana, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Ana is $3,654 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Alamitos, CA with an average of $3,553 per month.

Residential care home costs in Santa Ana, CA, vs. nearby cities

Santa Ana, CA
$3,654/mo
$3,639/mo

Residential care home costs in Santa Ana, CA, vs. state and national averages

Santa Ana, CA
$3,654/mo
U.S. national average
$3,677/mo

Residential care home costs in Santa Ana, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,098/mo
Residential Care Home
$3,654/mo

Residential care home costs in Santa Ana, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,511/mo
Private
$5,744/mo
Studio
$5,550/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,211/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,167/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Ana vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Santa Ana, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Ana, CACaliforniaU.S.
Residential Care Home$3,654/mo$3,715/mo$3,677/mo
Assisted Living$4,078/mo$4,515/mo$4,706/mo
Memory Care$5,098/mo$5,484/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living$4,283/mo$4,717/mo$4,162/mo
Residential Care Home
Santa Ana, CA:$3,654/mo
California:$3,715/mo
U.S.:$3,677/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Ana, CA:$4,078/mo
California:$4,515/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Memory Care
Santa Ana, CA:$5,098/mo
California:$5,484/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Santa Ana, CA:$4,283/mo
California:$4,717/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
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What families are saying about residential care home in Santa Ana

Recent reviews for residential care home in Santa Ana

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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Adelya Senior Home in Yorba Linda, CA

5.0
It was just divine timing that a spot had opened up there just before I was able to look at facilities. It was the first place we saw and it just felt completely right. Nothing has changed from that initial impression for any of us- it is clean, warm, and friendly. The residents are very well ...
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AJ Huntington Home #3 in Huntington Beach, CA

5.0
My friend has been receiving exceptional care from everyone in the community. The meals are presented very well it makes them look really good. I feel the community has been kept very clean and organized. My friend is safe most importantly. I would highly recommend AJ Huntington Home to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Multiple reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at the communities, making residents and their families feel welcome and valued. At St. Francis Home for the Elderly, the manager and employees are described as hard working and nice, while the staff at Nikki's Loving Care H ...
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Home-like environment. Residents and families appreciate the cozy and personal feel of the small board and care homes featured in the reviews. At St. Francis Home for the Elderly, the community is described as a nice place for a loved one to live, while Loving Home Care is recommended for those seeking an affordab ...
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Delicious homemade meals. The quality of the meals offered at the communities is consistently praised, with several reviews mentioning that every meal is home made from scratch. At Quezon Home Care Villa, the meals were described as excellent, with both the daughter and mother who ran the facility being great cooks. At ...
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Personalized and attentive care. Several reviews mention the individualized attention residents receive at the communities, with caretakers going above and beyond to cater to specific needs. At Orange Hill Quality Care, the staff are committed to ensuring the best care is provided, while at Britta Care, the bedside manner o ...
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Engaging activities and socializing. Residents find enjoyment in various activities offered at the communities, providing opportunities to socialize and stay active. At Luther Crest, games and special meals are mentioned, while at Blessings Senior Care, residents enjoy music on the TV in the living room. At Alper's Care Home, ...
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Effective communication with families. Families appreciate the open and consistent communication between staff and themselves, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in the care of their loved one. At Comfort Keepers Home Care, the owners were praised for their involvement and responsiveness, while at Espiritu Guest Home #2 t ...
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