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10 Best Nursing Homes in Orange County, CA
Orange County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 46 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Orange County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Orange County is about $5,200, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1339 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Terra Cotta, Cypress and La Palma.
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I had found Crescent Landing after searching 11 other Memory care facilities around LA & OC for my mom who has Dementia/Alzheimer’s. I knew instantly that this was the right place for my mom. I was able to...
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.
Crescent Landing at Santa Ana is a Memory Care community specifically designed for loved ones who have been diagnosed with memory impairment related to Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Our community empowers residents with the physical and emotional support they need from experienced geriatric-care...
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My wife’s mother is 86 and likes her independence. She walks without a cane or walker, but there is pretty wall molding that also works as hand rails of needed and plenty of attractive padded “benches” to...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Ivy Park at Laguna Woods is a senior living community centrally located and easily accessible from Interstate 5 and Highway 73. The location is one of Orange County’s most desirable with its natural beauty, multiple golf courses, scenic views of the Saddleback Valley, close proximity to the...
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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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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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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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As most families we were hesitant and emotional about checking my parents into a facility. But, wow, has it been a blessing! The facility and staff at Ivy North Tustin are fantastic. My parents are...
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.
Ivy Park at Tustin is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a picturesque neighborhood within the city of Tustin. Just off of the I-5 or I-55, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Orange County Global Medical Center, a variety of scenic parks, bustling shopping centers and exquisite dining...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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My girlfriend went her for rehab after a fall. That was good. I liked that place. The care was great for her.
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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.
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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.
Do not worry about your loved one, entrust their care to us. Comprehensive program designed to create the best quality of life possible while meeting resident's medical needs. Our trained staff works closely with the physician to obtain maximum therapeutic results from the treatment programs. We...
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.
Cost of nursing homes in Orange County, CA
The average cost of senior living in Orange County is $5,200 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coronita, CA with an average of $4,813 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Orange County, CA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Orange County, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Orange County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Orange County
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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Orange County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orange County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orange County, 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 Orange County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Orange County 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
91.9%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.6%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
89.2%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
78.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Orange County nursing homes
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 Orange County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.2%
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.1%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orange County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Orange County 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
59.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
62.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Orange County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Orange County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
54.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orange County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Orange County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
81.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
86.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
89.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
73%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.3%
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Related senior services in Orange County, California
In Orange County, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
- South Orange County Vet Center https://www.va.gov/directory/guide/facility.asp?ID=5921
- Orange County Social Services Agency https://www.ssa.ocgov.com/health/
- Orange County Senior Financial Assistance https://www.ocgov.com/residents/financial/seniorasst
- Senior law attorneys https://www.naela.org/findlawyer?
Orange County, California is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Orange County include bus and rail transportation through the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). Seniors may receive fare discounts. Orange County has fair biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable in certain areas.
Orange County offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Hoag Hospital Irvine and UCI Medical Center.
Orange County houses a number of large cities and many renowned attractions from Disney California Adventure Park to Newport Beach. In this adventurous landscape, seniors have a wide range of activities to choose from. Whether strolling the manicured gardens at San Juan Capistrano or antiquing in historic Old Towne Orange, you’ll find countless opportunities for relaxation and exploration.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Orange County
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- La Palma, California
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- Los Alamitos, California
- Fullerton, California
- Garden Grove, California
- La Mirada, California
- Westminster, California
- Santa Ana, California
- Midway City, California
- Rossmoor, California
- East Whittier, California
- Marlboro, California
- Anaheim, California
- Lakewood, California
- Fountain Valley, California
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