Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Costa Mesa, CA below include 743 Assisted Living facilities with 2562 reviews. On average in Costa Mesa, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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743 Results
2619 Orange Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
4.2
(16 reviews)
"I toured Pacifica Senior Living South Coast. The place is spotless and very pleasant. All the residents there seemed very happy to be there. The staff was very professional and very kind to the residents. It was not a large area but it was very pleas..."
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2750 Lorenzo Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
4.0
(3 reviews)
"My husband will be moving into Heyday Senior Living. When I went there, it was like walking into a home. The facility was clean. There was no odor. I saw a regular bedroom. The bathroom is just across the hall, which makes it convenient. The living r..."
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1825 Samar Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
"Star Dust Home is locally owned assisted living care home with 6 residents. Star Dust Home is located in a beautiful quiet neighborhood. S..."
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236 E 20th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
"This lovely home is located on the "Eastside" of Costa Mesa near our Dover Shores home. This home has an upgraded kitchen, handicap accessib..."
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1640 Monrovia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
4.7
(22 reviews)
"in my 12 days visiting it was amazing the amount of personal attention given to the residents A few to mention was Tina , Monica, Fatima these were just a few of many i met who always had a smile and kind words. Never been to a living place as this..."
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340 VICTORIA STREET, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
3.5
(4 reviews)
"My father is living at Victoria. I just couldn't find another form of emailing in a compliment. The social worker there, Lisa, is a doll. I have to tell you that my dad was at five other facilities prior. All nightmares in my oppinion. Lisa has been ..."
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233 Wake Forest Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
4.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother is a resident of Eclc Wakeforest Villa. It's really lovely, it's a beautiful home, and they have roses in the front. The staff is wonderful, the lady that works there was a nurse at one time, and they're like a family. My mom loves food, so..."
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466 E 16th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is in Newport Heights Manor. Our experience is very good, and we are very happy. It is a nice place. It is not a hospital, but more than assisted living. What I like best is the level of care that they give. ..."
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138 EAST 18TH ST., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
3.3
(3 reviews)
"They took great care of my father. Just like family. Relaxing environment, personalized care, and thorough treatment. Convenient location, educated staff, and global menus. Extra appreciated the mix of indoor and outdoor space, private rooms, as well..."
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811 St Clair Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I stayed in John Villa for two months. The place is very clean. It was a very nice place and the food was very good. It's a small group of ladies (around 6 people) in the home so they paid a lot of attention to specials needs such as dietary requirem..."
READ MORE362 E. 20THST., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The Ashling's Residential Villa was in the same vicinity where we were visiting the area to look at possible places for our aunt to live in. The facility looked like it was well tended and the grounds were neat. The outside area is ample, with plent..."
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495 Ogle Stree, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Mom's experience at Newport Garden Villa has been good. She has a clean, medium-sized room. The whole place is clean and fairly bright. ..."
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673 Center Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
2.0
(3 reviews)
"Although this place needs a good face lift, the people here are so nice & caring. Not only for your loved one you place here but also for you. The Dr even called me up directly at home to talk about my Father's condition. He spent over an hour on the..."
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1103 Salvador St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
"Country Gardens Terrace IV is an assisted living home offering dementia and Alzheimer’s care. We are wheelchair accessible and welcome both ..."
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661 Center St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
"A Legacy of Caring Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center is a premier skilled nursing facility in Costa Mesa, California. We provide state-of-t..."
READ MORE1650 Monrovia Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
"Vivante is a new, award winning assisted living and memory care community created by local developers located on the border of Newport Beach..."
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3083 Madison Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
"Our Madison home offers safe and healthful living accommodations; personal assistance and care; observation and supervision; planned activit..."
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219 Hanover Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
"John Villa's Homecare is family owned assisted living care home with 6 residents. John Villa's Homecare is located in a beautiful quiet neig..."
READ MORE3141 Bray Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORE3080 Madison Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MOREThe average monthly costs of assisted living in Costa Mesa are the same as the California state average of $5,250 but much higher than the national average of $4,500. Seniors in San Diego pay slightly more, with an average monthly cost of $5,475. In the state capital of Sacramento, costs are similar to Costa Mesa at $5,225 per month. Some of the most expensive options in the state include Napa and El Centro, where costs are around $1,000 more at $6,300 and $6,150 per month, respectively. Those looking for more affordable options may want to consider Bakersfield, where costs average just $3,750.
Costa Mesa
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
San Diego
$5,475
Sacramento
$5,225
Napa
$6,300
El Centro
$6,150
Bakersfield
$3,750
In Costa Mesa, the average monthly cost of assisted living is $5,250. The exact cost charged by each facility will depend on its location and the amenities or services offered.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
In-home care costs in Costa Mesa are about $700 more than assisted living costs. Nursing home care is the most costly option at $9,125 for a semiprivate room, almost $4,000 more than assisted living. Adult day health care is the most affordable option.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Data for Costa Mesa was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
There are a number of free resources and programs for seniors in Costa Mesa. Some programs provide social and recreational activities for seniors, whereas others may offer information that may be of interest to seniors in or considering assisted living communities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa Senior Center | (714) 327-7550 | The Costa Mesa Senior Center offers a range of free programs, services and activities to seniors aged 50 and older. It runs a meal program that provides daily lunches to those partaking in activities and a pantry for those needing extra meals. Daily activities offered include art classes, fitness groups, bingo, computer classes and group outings. |
| OC Office on Aging | (800) 510-2020 | The OC Office on Aging is a government department that aims to help seniors enjoy a high quality of life. It provides free legal advice regarding estate planning and elder abuse. The department runs a long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for the rights of seniors in long-term care facilities. |
| Age Well Orange County | (949) 855-8033 | Age Well Orange County is a nonprofit organization that provides a range of services for seniors. These include meal delivery programs, case management, wellness education and transportation. |
Costa Mesa Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Debra
4.0
Review of Heyday Senior Living - Costa Mesa
Heyday Senior Living - Costa Mesa was a nice location. It was a nice home. The caregiver seemed very professional, very nice. She seemed very caring about her charges, but it was not the place for...
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Sandra
2.0
Review of Pacifica Senior Living South Coast
I visited Pacifica Senior Living South Coast. They were very unprofessional. It's a very small community. Their TV room was the size of one of their hallways. It was very small with one couch. You...
Provider response
We are sorry that the tour of the community did not meet your expectations. It sounds like you were looking for a more spacious environment. Our residents prefer to keep their doors open in a more...
Assisted Living
Dale
3.0
Review of Pacifica Senior Living South Coast
I toured Pacifica Senior Living South Coast. I like that it was a smaller facility, and it seemed fine. It was a little more institutional than the other place. The rooms seemed small. The...
Provider response
Hi Dale, thank you for sharing your experience with our community. Our community is designed to provide a comfortable, home-like setting that promotes independence while also offering support when...
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