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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 541 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 $5,833, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

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19 reviews
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19 reviews
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Overall care was great. She was booked in a ln apartment at first, but tried to walk the halls the first night so she was moved to the area they are more watched. I liked her being watched, but the rooms...
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...
Photo of Walnut Village
3434 Photos available
8.5
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13 reviews
8.5
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13 reviews
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We looked at five senior living places and chose Walnut Village. It was the only place that people looked up and greeted us as we walked through the facility. We were invited to stay overnight including...
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.
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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88 Photos available
8.5
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48 reviews
8.5
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48 reviews
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The staff is great, they always stay in contact with me and keep me updated on my moms health. My mom engages in all the activities, the staff wants them to be active and not alone in their rooms. She shares...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Live your life your way and never stop growing.Our community in Yorba Linda, California, is a continuing care retirement community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. With...
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11 Photo available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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15 reviews
8.5
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15 reviews
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Capriana at Brea is the best place to live for seniors - there is something for everyone. Besides the beautiful dining rooms, theater, library, spacious apartments, gardens, and pool area, there are events,...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Capriana is a luxury retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all within walking distance. Friends and neighbors appreciate our salon,...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.2
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88 reviews
8.2
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88 reviews
5 star
77%
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Staff were friendly - although they were constantly short staffed. They need more staff for patient support and care so you do not have to wait hours for help.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Beautiful Pet Friendly Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Living Community Nestled in the East Side of exclusive Costa Mesa.Our award winning community creates a customized service and assistance plan for each resident with a variety of therapies and life enrichment activities. Our...
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88 Photos available
8.2
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25 reviews
8.2
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25 reviews
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I would generally recommend this community, but the initial transition had some challenges. There were issues with coordination and communication early on, particularly around care routines. While things...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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1111 Photos available
8.2
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33 reviews
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33 reviews
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The building has been remodeled beautifully and the lobby and dining room are especially lovely. All the staff I have encountered have been so nice and helpful.
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.
Ivy Park of Wellington is a senior living community set in picturesque Laguna Woods. The location boasts coastal amenities and a temperate climate. It’s only a short distance to many popular restaurants and shopping centers. At Ivy Park our seniors are empowered to maximize their independence and...
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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
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I cannot say enough about how much our family appreciated all the warm care and consideration that Clearwater staff showed to my elderly aunt during her time there. From the moment you enter the premises,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Our assisted living and memory care community in North Tustin, CA offers compassionate care and meaningful services in a beautiful as well as comfortable setting to support seniors of varying needs. Our resident-centered approach to care helps seniors live as active and engaged as they want to...
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8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
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I have 2 parents in there now, my mom in Memory Care and my dad in Assistant Living I would give them a 5 on all. The staff is friendly and helpful they make sure my parents eat together and keep them busy...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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...
Photo of Oakmont of Huntington Beach
1818 Photos available
8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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12 reviews
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My only comment regarding #2 the cleanliness, is that is has been clean but there have been some plumbing problems that have caused overflow and smell. However, with that being said they have continued to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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Photo of Anaheim Villa
2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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82 reviews
8.0
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82 reviews
5 star
38%
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There is new ownership and it is no longer called Arbor Palms - Anaheim Villas is the new name. I've been very pleased. I chose this place because it was the overall combination considering all factors in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Arbor Palms Senior Living is the senior living community of choice in North Orange County, offering mature adults a lifestyle that is satisfying, secure, and active. Our surroundings and environment offer the opportunity to appreciate the advantages that comes from a superior quality of...
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66 Photos available
8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
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They mentioned when we moved in my mom that they were going to renovate - the place *really* needs it as it has a LOT of potential. My mom isn't really active or social so the kindness, patience and care of...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
The Cottage at Artesia Gardens is a beautiful family owned residential facility located in Buena Park, California. It is a clean, elegant facility providing a home like atmosphere with spacious rooms inside and beautiful gardens outside. Our facility is secure, so residents are free to enjoy and...
Photo of Katella Senior Living
1414 Photos available
8.0
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48 reviews
8.0
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48 reviews
5 star
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We chose Katella because of the location and size and beauty of the rooms. Nice community. I think the harder part was that my mom was a little combative and not an easy patient, and they only had so much...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Katella Senior Living welcomes you to a senior living community located within warm and sunny Los Alamitos in Southern California. Tastefully decorated in California Casual style throughout, Katella Senior Living allows our residents everything they need to flourish, all within comfortable and...
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Photo of Grace Retirement Village La Habra Villa
11 Photo available
8.0
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30 reviews
8.0
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30 reviews
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[name removed] and [name removed] really made my experience here at Grace Retirement enjoyable. The food was actually really good and tasty. The staff cared about my grandma. They speak Korean and serve...
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.
Well situated between Los Angeles and Orange County, La Habra Villa (LHV) is a beautiful community which provides independent, assisted living, and memory care to seniors in the area. Our team of professionally trained and courteous staff has been providing personal senior care at La Habra Villa...
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187 reviews
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187 reviews
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I was happy to finally find a place for mom where she feels comfortable and at home. She says the food is great and the staff are always friendly and helpful. Thank you [name removed] and crew for helping...
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.
Our community is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and our leasing office is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 7 days a week. In person tours daily. Nestled in the scenic foothills of southern California, The Villas at San Bernardino embodies the heart of exceptional senior living. Offering a...
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5757 Photos available
9.9
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51 reviews
9.9
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51 reviews
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We loved over a year. My sister felt the love and compassion from Day 1 and was excited to come here and try it. The first coupe of weeks were rough for her. But the staff was very patient and attentive and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Sunny Rose Senior Living is proud to be an approved Residential Care Facility participating in the Assisted Living Waiver Program. We offer assistance to Medi-Cal beneficiaries and also accept Medi-Cal and CalAim. Our guiding principle revolves around the notion that every resident is a unique...
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5555 Photos available
9.9
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100 reviews
9.9
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100 reviews
5 star
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We just rented a room for my Grandfather here. The tour was so nice they were doing a nail day that looked like alot of fun. On another visit they were having food tase test with the residents to see about...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Wildomar Senior Assisted Living has been a trusted provider of senior care for over 26 years. Since opening our doors, we have built a strong reputation for excellence, compassion, and reliability. Our dedicated team brings over 50 years of combined experience in senior care, ensuring each...
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1919 Photos available
9.9
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41 reviews
9.9
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41 reviews
5 star
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We brought our mother here at 101 , she’s now 103 and is doing great because of the staffs care. The management is very proactive and responsive. Much appreciated . Looking forward to more years to come
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.
Regency Fallbrook's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home, yet don't need...
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Photo of Menifee Senior LivingCommunity card badge
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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184 reviews
9.8
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184 reviews
5 star
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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.
Located in Menifee, California, Menifee Senior Living offers a full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, in a welcoming, home-like environment. Residents enjoy private apartments, beautifully designed common areas, and a variety of amenities that...
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6161 Photos available
9.8
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130 reviews
9.8
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130 reviews
5 star
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The staff seems to go through changes. The Dining Room very well maintained. Colorful and inviting. The three meals a day are good, snacks offered throughout the day. Coffee, tea and water station always...
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.
Astoria Park Senior Living has been providing exceptional assisted living and memory care for seniors since we opened our doors over 50 years ago. Our staff members have over 100 years of combined experience in senior care, ensuring that our senior residents receive the highest level of care...
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22 Floor plans available
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9.8
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297 reviews
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297 reviews
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Staff were great, room was good size, food looked good, room was cleaned most of the time. Did have a problem with ants at times.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Cottages at Hemet offers a warm, community-oriented living experience with a cottage-style layout that feels more like home than a typical senior facility. Consisting of six unique cottages, each with studio and one-bedroom apartments featuring en-suite baths, and a shared kitchen, living room,...
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2222 Photos available
9.8
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65 reviews
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65 reviews
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He is receiving good care. With many residents he of course doesn't get one on one care but seems to be getting the care he needs. I am happy with the care he is getting. There could always be better care...
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.
Our senior living community in Claremont, California, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you...
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9.8
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41 reviews
9.8
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41 reviews
5 star
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Thanks to A Place for Mom, I was introduced to Cadence Living, along with several other communities. After touring them, there was simply no comparison—Cadence Living stood out above the rest. From the...
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.
THE BEST OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA,RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR.Nestled in the foothills of the majestic San Gabriel Mountains, Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga is a remarkable retirement lifestyle community with an inspired approach to independent living, assisted living and memory care.Only open 2 years,...
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77 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.8
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111 reviews
9.8
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111 reviews
5 star
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The staff is caring and respectful and create a wonderful positive environment for the residents. They have so many activities daily to keep residents engaged and busy, if they choose to participate. The...
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.
Citrus Place offers the finest in senior living since 1980. Citrus Place offers individual studio and one bedroom apartments with plush carpeting. Each apartment has 2 full-size wardrobe closets, private bath and shower with safety hand rails and 24 hour call system. All apartments include a...
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3131 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.7
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48 reviews
9.7
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48 reviews
5 star
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Mom tells me that people really care and that they take care of her. She's always exited to take new classes, and she is having fun with Bingo. She's in good hands! The rooms are clean, and the c staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Harbor Terrace has been voted BEST ASSISTED LIVING in the entire SOUTH BAY by Daily Breeze readers for the past 13 years.We are proud to be family owned and several of our staff have been with us for 15+ years.We are walking distance from unique boutiques and shops, restaurants, theaters, banks...
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Cost of nursing homes in Orange County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Orange County is $5,833 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coronita, CA with an average of $5,873 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Orange County, CA
$5,833/mo

Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, vs. state and national averages

Orange County, CA
$5,833/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, vs. other senior living options

$7,659/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,833/mo

Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,811/mo
Private
$6,319/mo

Senior living costs in Orange County 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: Orange County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOrange County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,833/mo$6,177/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$5,926/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,659/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,101/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Orange County, CA:$5,833/mo
California:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Orange County, CA:$5,926/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Orange County, CA:$7,659/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Orange County, CA:$5,101/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Orange County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Orange County, CACA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Orange County, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Orange County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Orange County, CA$6,443/mo$6,104/mo+5.6%
California$6,446/mo$6,171/mo+4.5%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Orange County, CA
2024 average cost:$6,443/mo
2023 average cost:$6,104/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
California
2024 average cost:$6,446/mo
2023 average cost:$6,171/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Orange County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Orange County

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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Evergreen Retirement Residence in Burbank, CA

4.5
My father was a resident at Evergreen for just shy of two years. Unfortunately when he was diagnosed with dementia, we needed to move him to a residence with a higher level of care. He had one of the few one bedroom apartments available. The staff and caregivers were very attentive to his needs. ...
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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.
Orange County, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.7%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.6%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.3%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.4%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.8%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

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
55.1%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.4%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.2%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.6%
1.2%
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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.
Orange County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.9%
3.5%
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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
42.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
46%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.1%
0.7%
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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.
Orange County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.7%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.2%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
0.4%
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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:

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Golden Creek, Oakmont of Orange and Westminster Terrace Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Orange County, California. See full list of communities.
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