Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in Mission Viejo, CA, residents and their loved ones rate In Home Care agencies 4.9 out of 5 stars across the 76 options below.
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45-150 Club Drive, Indian Wells, CA, 92210
4.7
(172 reviews)
"We were in town for a few days with our mom who has dementia. We needed someone to care for her in the evenings at our hotel when she would be too tired to spend time with the rest of the family. We were able to describe the services we needed, and..."
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23421 South Pointe Drive, Suite 150, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
4.7
(16 reviews)
"My family's involvement with Right at Home began in 2011, as my elderly mother's health began to decline. The organization provided a series of daily caregivers in support of both my parents, mom and dad, in the management of their personal and in-ho..."
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881 Dover Drive, Suite 260, Newport Beach, CA, 92663
4.5
(18 reviews)
"Excellent caregivers and staff! My mother's caregivers have become part of the family, and love my mother's dearly! I have recommended this agency to friends and family. Caring Companions At Home has cared for my 75-year-old Mother since 2015. My Mo..."
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26381 Crown Valley Pkwy , Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
5.0
(7 reviews)
"I have been meaning to write this review for almost a year. My dad has heart and circulation problems and my mom has Alzheimer's. They still live alone in the family home. As my mom's Alzheimer's started to progress, my dad sort of hid how bad it was..."
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28570 Marguerite Pkwy, Suite 221, Mission Viejo, CA, 92692
4.8
(8 reviews)
"Professional owners, empathetic office staff, compassionate caregivers. For the past eight years the caregivers have provided exemplary companionship, delicious and nutritious meals, light housekeeping, travel assistance to medical appointments and s..."
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107 Retreat, Irvine, CA, 92603
"FirstLight Home Care of Orange provides private home care services that allow seniors and other adults to receive the support they deserve i..."
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4682 Chabot Drive Suite # 12167, Pleasanton, CA, 94588
16 Technology Dr Suite 207 , Irvine, CA, 92618
"Founded more than 25 years ago in Omaha, Nebraska, Home Instead provides individualized, compassionate care to aging adults with the goal of..."
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4000 Barrauca Parkway, Ste. 250 , Irvine, CA, 92604
"Since 1996, the compassionate caregivers from Always Best Care have helped thousands of families with non-medical in-home care needs. We pr..."
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1560 Brookhollow Drive Suite 100 , Santa Ana, CA, 92705
"Rainbow Home Care Services has been a trusted provider of in-home personal care services for over 28 years, specializing in support for the ..."
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29122 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite 102-A, San Juan Capistrano, CA, 92675
"At Greater Mission Viejo, we offer compassionate in-home care for those who want support to live where they love. With over four decades of ..."
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25255 Cabot Road Suite 221, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
"At Atiya Care, we believe in empowering individuals to live life to the fullest, regardless of age. Our holistic approach integrates persona..."
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3734 E. Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA, 92625
4.4
(78 reviews)
"We entered our relationship with this agency, in December 2020, with a good feeling based on the reviews. Don’t be fooled. We met with a good spokesperson for this agency, that is until things went wrong. Upon calling for help from her caregiver a..."
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18682 Beach Blvd. #225, Huntington Beach, CA, 92648
4.5
(47 reviews)
"Felicia goes above & beyond while caring for my Mother. She is compassionate and kind. If my Mother is confused or tired Felicia assists her in preparing a nap. My Mom is very comfortable with her. She takes initiative and confidently handles medic..."
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25283 Cabot Rd #212, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
4.7
(30 reviews)
23601 Moulton Pkwy, Suite 221, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
5.0
(15 reviews)
"I highly recommend using the caregiving services of Interim Healthcare. They helped me take care of my mom after a hospital stay and assisted with going to doctor appointments for several weeks after. They did a great job from start to finish. I am a..."
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33161 Camino Capistrano, Suite #B-1, San Juan Capistrano, CA, 92675
4.7
(18 reviews)
"I chose Home Helpers for my friend. They offer a whole variety of services for elderly, for mothers in the home, all kinds of different help. The caregivers are insured and bonded. I spoke with them on the phone and they had immediate and great follo..."
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1300 Bristol Street North Suite 100, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
4.9
(15 reviews)
"Optimal truly lives up to it's name. From the personal attention they gave us selecting a caregiver for my dad, to interactions with the supervisor Sheree and the company president Dan, to the day-to-day caregiving activities, they are top-notch. The..."
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2030 Main St. Suite 1300, Irvine, CA, 92614
4.9
(12 reviews)
"My mom had a rapid decline in health and needed care that we couldn't always provide her. Dan at Redan was quick to respond to all my questions. Within the week we had a caregiver to the house, she was kind but wasn't the right fit. Dan again was..."
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3144 G St. Suite. 125-209, Merced, CA, 95340
5.0
(9 reviews)
"The caregivers from A Step Above Caregiving, LLC pretty much do what we ask them to do. We have caregivers over during the night and they give her showers, wash her hair, and make sure she doesn't fall. They also check her blood sugar and give her sn..."
READ MOREHome care in Mission Viejo has a median cost of $5,911 per month. That’s almost $1,000 more than the national average but a little less than the California median cost of $6,101. Compared to nearby cities, Mission Viejo falls near the middle. It’s more expensive than Bakersfield by $405, and Oxnard, which averages $96 less. Mission Viejo is more affordable than Riverside with its median cost of $6,101 per month and San Luis Obispo, where it typically costs $7,150.
Mission Viejo
$5,911
California
$6,101
United States
$4,957
Bakersfield
$5,506
Oxnard
$5,815
Riverside
$6,101
San Luis Obispo
$7,150
Home care with its median cost of $5,911 is just one care option for Mission Viejo seniors. Home health care includes skilled nursing services and usually costs about the same as home care. Seniors who choose adult day health care can save significantly, with median costs of $1,652 per month. Assisted living is another option that’s more affordable, often costing $661 less than home care. Nursing home care is the most expensive option. Seniors can expect to pay about $3,214 more than home care rates for semiprivate accommodations in a nursing home.
Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living
$5,250
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Data for Mission Viejo was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
While home care can be costly, seniors in Mission Viejo have access to several agencies that offer free or low-cost programs that can make it more affordable. Many of these organizations connect seniors with different benefits or financial aid options. They might also provide services such as discounted transportation and meals. The following resources are options for seniors looking into home care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Orange County Office on Aging | (800) 510-2020 | Focusing on low-income ethnic minorities, the Orange County Office on Aging serves residents 60 and older. It offers advocacy and administers several programs, including congregate meals, elder abuse prevention, legal advocacy and long-term care ombudsman services. |
| Senior Dial-A-Taxi Program | (949) 470-3062 | Mission Viejo residents 60 and over can use the Senior Dial-A-Taxi Program for discounted taxi rides within a limited area. Rides to city buildings are free. This senior transportation service is available 24/7 and is designed for self-sufficient seniors or those with personal care attendants for basic transportation. |
| Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center | (949) 470-3062 | At the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, Mission Viejo seniors can participate in free and fee-based classes and activities. Classes for seniors cover a variety of topics, including exercise, art and technology. |
| Age Well | (949) 855-8033 | Age Well supports Orange County seniors through several programs, including Meals on Wheels, senior center lunches and Senior Cuisine Delivered. The agency also offers care management, non-emergency medical transportation and health and wellness resources. |
| Council on Aging - Southern California | (714) 479-0107 | The Council on Aging - Southern California offers free services to seniors to support independence and health. Some of the programs include concierge care navigators to help make health care decisions, friendly visitor program for companionship, educational seminars and a long-term care ombudsman to handle complaints about long-term care facilities. |
| Community Legal Aid SoCal | (714) 571-5200 | Community Legal Aid SoCal has a special Seniors Unit serving seniors in Orange County who are 60 or older. Qualifying seniors receive free legal services related to several areas, including elder abuse, small claims, bankruptcy, wills, powers of attorney and government benefits. |
| Veterans and Military Family Resource Center and City Direct Services | (949) 470-8412 | The city offers several resources for veterans, including the Resource Center, which connects veterans with Veterans Administration, California Department of Veterans Services and several other agencies serving veterans. Direct city services include benefits services, mental health resources and pro bono legal services. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.Contains flex elementsImage width (percent):85
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.Contains flex elementsImage width (percent):85
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Patricia
5.0
Review of Caring Companions Referral Agency of Southern California - CA
I had Caring Companions Referral Agency of Southern California - CA. I'm very happy with their caregivers. They're very good, and they're very capable. They took very good care of my spouse. I used...
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calboy
5.0
Review of Home Instead - Mission Viejo, CA
Professional owners, empathetic office staff, compassionate caregivers. For the past eight years the caregivers have provided exemplary companionship, delicious and nutritious meals, light...
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bigbirddog
5.0
Review of Home Instead - Mission Viejo, CA
The caregivers are providing care for my bed confined, terminally ill wife. They are punctual, kind, agreeable and responsive/adaptive to my household's needs as well as my wife's needs. They...
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