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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Costa Mesa, CA
The cost of independent living in Costa Mesa is about $4,247 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 64 options. Read 1569 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Huntington Westminster is very serene and blessed with greenery and flowers. We have areas to share with neighbors and get to know everyone at the Sunroom Café, BBQ area, swimming pools, hut tub and clubhouse. Although, we only accept cats as pets, I hope you will see all the unique things our...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of independent living in Costa Mesa, CA
The average cost of senior living in Costa Mesa is $4,247 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Villa Park, CA with an average of $3,891 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Costa Mesa
Recent reviews for independent living in Costa Mesa
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.
Atria Del Sol in Mission Viejo, CA
4.6
My mothers experience was good. She did have to stay on the second floor due to her diagnosis of dementia and that was not present for her...felt like a prisoner. The staff were very attentive and most of all she was safe so we could feel like we had a break from 24x7 care givers. She doesn't ...
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Costa Mesa independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Costa Mesa independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Costa Mesa, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Costa Mesa independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Costa Mesa 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
34.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
39.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.6%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Costa Mesa independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Costa Mesa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
39.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Costa Mesa independent 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 independent living communities in Costa Mesa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.2%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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45.7%
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Rowntree Gardens, Crescendo Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care and Palos Verdes Villa are the top-rated independent living facilities near Costa Mesa, California. See full list of communities.
There are 64 independent living facilities near Costa Mesa, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Costa Mesa, California are Rowntree Gardens, Crescendo Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care and Palos Verdes Villa. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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