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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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After searching all of the caregiving options available, Freedom Village by far was the best choice. I continue to appreciate the hardworking, kind and caring staff here. I believe that this is a good...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Are you looking for peace-of-mind, safety and comfort within an environment offering a greater sense of well-being for yourself or a loved one? Freedom Village Assisted Living is open to the public and offers a loving, caring staff who provide assistance with personal care, medication...
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there are 2 buildings one of them is closer to the road and it can get noisy. the units are roomy but communication is good and has been improving
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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.
Welcome to San Sebastian - an intimate enclave of brand new, finely appointed luxury condominiums for lease in an amenity-rich environment for those 55 and better. It's a destination for vibrant and engaging adults seeking a community of neighbors who appreciate sophistication and luxury.
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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.
Heritage Place at Tustin is a 55+ plus senior housing community located in Tustin, California. With the Interstate Five close by, residents are just a short drive to all the sun, sea, shopping and entertainment Orange County has to offer. Better yet, they enjoy the convenience of living within...
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They did a good job when we were there. The food is pretty bad though. That's why they get a four. Everything else would have been a five, except the food.
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.
At the Arcadian Aliso, we have a solid history of providing excellent memory care, dementia care, and Alzheimer’s care services in Orange County, California, and have made it our mission since 1998 to provide a stimulating and cheerful environment with all the comforts of home. We also encourage...
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What a gorgeous location! Unparalleled to any other community I have seen. My father stayed there shortly and then passed. The staff was amazing. As soon as you walk into the building it has a warm feeling....
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.
Crown Cove Senior Living has a very upscale rich living setting with abundant of amenities and attentive staff that ensures your every service needed guaranteed. Within our community you'll find staff and residents in love with what they do. Our staff is dedicated to providing quality service to...
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Its a good place. They provide a good service. My mother is really thriving there. The staff is very friendly. My loved one is picky but she seems to like it and say "it's good" and she is gaining weight....
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.
It is our steadfast desire to offer a truly exceptional community for seniors of Orange County, a goal we strive to meet every single day. Thanks to features such as: Dedication to resident satisfaction Outstanding care services Newly renovated apartment units Diverse programming and activities...
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An area the Heritage Pointe could improve on would be the food and management. The building, the gym and amenities are great. Also the new Sage for people needed extra care seems to be great. It is a...
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.
Founded more than 30 years ago, Heritage Pointe provides the highest quality assisted living and memory care services in Orange County, California. Welcoming to those of all faiths, Heritage Pointe is Orange County's only community rooted in Jewish culture, tradition and values.Our one-of-a-kind...
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The managers and staff have been wonderful and attended my needs and concerns in helping my sister. My sister has improved remarkably in her appearance, attitude and socialization. I would highly recommend...
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.
Mainplace Senior Living provides seniors with a safe and caring assisted living community to call home in Orange, Orange County, California. This community offers the memory care that seniors need and it provides a beautiful home to those who are looking to be surrounded by a caring and...
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We have never seen anything but clean at Overture and the staff members are very friendly. They do have a calendar with different types of meals and activities for different holidays and celebrations. It is...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience Orange County’s active adult, independent lifestyle at Overture Rancho Santa Margarita. This is where you can enjoy your lock and leave lifestyle to the fullest in our 55+ apartment homes. You’ll appreciate upscale amenities and a curated array of mind, body, and social programs at...
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We like the concept of memory care cottages with common garden area. Residents have their apartment and can freely walk outside cottage around the grounds without feeling locked in
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.
Park Terrace is Rancho Santa Margarita's only full-service rental retirement community. Your first indication of the excellence we promise comes the moment you set foot on our resort-like campus. Park Terrace is situated in the award winning master planned community of Rancho Santa Margarita,...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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One of the women I worked with lived here. She didn't get involved in all of the neighborhoody stuff because she's more of an independent soul, but she said there was a huge sense of community there, which...
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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.
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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.
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This is a nice community. We like the apartment very much that has a great view. The staff is nice and helpful. We like that we are able to cook.They do offer alot of nice activities. This community is...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
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I would tell others that it is a great community for independent living. It is very secure with a private gate. It is an upscale community. Our experience was during the pandemic. The staff are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
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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: Assisted 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
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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.
Welcome to FountainGlen FountainGlen managed communities offer a wide variety of spaciously designed one and two-bedroom floor plans. Sizable balconies and patios provide an idyllic setting for coffee and morning paper, or simply enjoy the outdoors from the privacy of your home. An active...
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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....
Cost of independent living in East Irvine, CA
The average cost of senior living in East Irvine is $4,333 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Yorba Linda, CA with an average of $3,887 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Irvine, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Irvine, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in East Irvine, CA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in East Irvine
Recent reviews for independent living in East Irvine
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews for various communities, such as Coastal Heights Senior Living, Town and Country Manor, and Park Plaza, praise the kindness and assistance provided by the staff. Residents and their families express gratitude for the caring nature of the caregivers and the friendly demeanor ...
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Variety of activities for socializing. Reviews for communities like Coastal Heights Senior Living, Brookdale Irvine, and Park Terrace highlight the diverse range of social activities offered, including poetry readings, movies, opera, conversation hours, and happy hours. These interactions help residents make new friends and sta ...
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Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Residents at Meridian at Anaheim Hills, Coastal Heights Senior Living, and Park Terrace appreciate the cleanliness and updated features of their living spaces, both inside their apartments and in the common areas, such as gardens and walking trails. The well-maintained facilities contribut ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Reviews for communities like Coastal Heights Senior Living, Atria Newport Plaza, and Park Plaza suggest that the quality of the food is a major factor in residents' satisfaction. Some communities, like Brookdale Irvine, even accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Safety and security within the community. Safety is a concern for many seniors, and communities like Coastal Heights Senior Living, Brookdale Irvine, and Park Terrace prioritize this need. Residents and their families mention feeling secure within their community, with safety features like emergency response systems and secure ent ...
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Individualized care and accommodation. Individualized care is crucial for addressing the unique needs of each resident. Reviews for Coastal Heights Senior Living, Meridian at Laguna Hills, and Park Terrace mention that staff members go above and beyond to make accommodations, providing personalized attention and care when neede ...
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East Irvine independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Irvine independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Irvine, 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 East Irvine 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 East Irvine partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Availability of select dining options in East Irvine 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 East Irvine communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Irvine 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 East Irvine offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Devotional activities on-site
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Outings / off-site activities
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Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
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Sunrise of Orange, Atria Golden Creek and Sunrise of Yorba Linda are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Irvine, California. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in East Irvine, California are Sunrise of Orange, Atria Golden Creek and Sunrise of Yorba Linda. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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