Assisted Living Communities in Fountain Valley, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Fountain Valley, CA below include 833 Assisted Living facilities with 2823 reviews. On average in Fountain Valley, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living in Fountain Valley, CA
"I found Namuag Guest Home for dad last year, and he made it through till June. It was a wonderful experience all the way around. I was very nervous about finding him the right place that we could afford, and it all had to be done very quickly. It was..."
"Before moving into San Andres Home Care, my mom tried 2 other homes, and feels this home is the best. She receives gentle and loving care from the owners/staff and is made to feel part of the family. Quiet surroundings, great location. Both my broth..."
"We're very pleased with Queen Mary Home. It is easy to maneuver if you're in a wheelchair or walker. The rooms were nice, comfortable. There are only six residents that live there. The staff is attentive to the residents, has good food, and they are ..."
"My uncle was a resident at Amethyst Home #2. I loved this facility. I liked that it was private. He had his own room and his own TV. They were licensed for only six patients. The staff was very nice, loving, caring, patient, and compassionate, and th..."
"We went to a private residence, the Talega Terrace, and that was great. We enjoyed it; it was perfect. My parents were cared for very well; everything worked out fine. They provide meals, bathe the residents, and provide a hospice facility. They have..."
"We went with a board and care home called Loving Arms for my dad. So far, we love it. They're very communicative, and we are updated every day on how he is doing. They try to figure out ways to work with my dad and help us figure out how to best supp..."
"We have found a place for my mom, Aegean Hills Senior Living. It's a board and care facility. It's like a family-owned company but my mom needed a higher level of care than assisted living, so we had to go the next level up. It's very clean, it's in ..."
"My aunt was in this beautiful residence. I could NOT have asked for a more loving, caring , clean and small environment. She stayed her for hospice, it was beautiful - I would recommend this facility or one like this to anyone.
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"My mom is doing better, so we stopped looking around. The one in Glendora -- El Dorado Oaks -- was very nice. It was a nice, big, and clean facility.
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"My aunt stayed at Garden View Care Center for rehab. It's fine for me. The layout and the amenities were OK. The cleanliness was fine. It was COVID season, and I didn't hear any complaints from my aunt about the staff. For me, the staff was OK. They ..."
"Autumn Meadows III was a lovely, fabulous, clean place. I would highly recommend it. The residents looked very happy. The caregivers were wonderful people. I would have taken Mom there in a minute. It had six residents with private rooms with a priva..."
"My dad stayed at MJ Home Care, which is a board and care home, for 11 days. I enjoyed it, and I think he enjoyed it. It's really good. I liked it. It had good people, and it was a good arrangement for him. He had his own private room with a bathroom ..."
"My dad is in Golden Sunset Haven. I like that it is smaller. People are really attentive. There is a lot of one-on-one attention. It is just a good fit for him. The staff is amazing and great. The food is good also. They have just bedrooms, and it is..."
"I just had a very brief tour here. It's very roomy and homey. I really liked it. I liked the staff, the accommodations, and the attention that they provide to the residents. The apartments were clean. The lady we met was very helpful. She assisted me..."
"Jasmines Residential Care For Elderly is excellent. They're caring and the staff and the owners are all nice. My aunt's room is very comfortable. She is still recovering from being in a hospital so she only exercises every day, but they also have oth..."
"Nohl Ranch Elderly Care III is wonderful and it's a very good-sized facility. It's easy for the women to move around and it's great in every way. My mother-in-law has been there for two months now and she's very happy. The staff is wonderful, very ca..."
"The staff at Lotus Senior Care 1 was wonderful. The place was clean. They took care of my father-in-law's medications and any phone calls. So, the communication was good. I went over there today, even though it's been two months, to chat with the own..."
"South Bay Senior Living is nice. I like it. For those who can afford it, they should go there. They don't accept insurance, so that's the thing. I'm on Medicare and I apply for Medi-Cal, but they don't accept them because it's private pay. The dining..."
"I have selected Spring Senior Assisted Living for my dad. When I first walked into the place, it was inviting how the living room was set up. It was clean and orderly. They have individual rooms. The meals are flexible. Their dining area is a bistro ..."
"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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The Cost of Assisted Living in Fountain Valley, CA and Nearby Cities
In Fountain Valley, assisted living costs $5,250 per month on average, though monthly rates may vary depending on a facility’s size and amenities. This is equal to the state norm but $750 over the national average. Rates in nearby San Diego are a little higher at $5,475, and in Oxnard, residents pay an additional $500 per month beyond Fountain Valley’s norm. Seniors seeking lower rates may consider Riverside or Bakersfield, where facilities charge $4,000 and $3,750, respectively.
Fountain Valley
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Oxnard
$5,750
Bakersfield
$3,750
Riverside
$4,000
San Diego
$5,475
Paying for Assisted Living in Fountain Valley
Assisted living facilities in Fountain Valley charge monthly rates of approximately $5,250 for care.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fountain Valley
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Fountain Valley, CA
Assisted living is a relatively cost-effective long-term care option in Fountain Valley, with rates coming in at $5,250. This is hundreds less than the cost of in-home care and home health care, which average $5,911 for a similar scope of services in the individual’s home. Nursing home rates start at $9,125, but adult day health care is an affordable alternative to assisted living at $1,652.
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 Fountain Valley was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Fountain Valley
Fountain Valley seniors can get information and assistance from several local resources. Through the resources listed in the following table, older adults get help with navigating their long-term care options and finding social and recreational programming in the Fountain Valley region. The table also includes agencies that provide free financial and legal aid and information.
The local senior center provides recreational opportunities to city residents aged 55 and older. It offers a range of amenities including a library, a ballroom, a fitness room and public computers.
The OC Office on Aging has options counselors and benefits advisors who help seniors identify community-based services and financial assistance programs that may meet their needs. The office also provides transportation services and congregate meal programs.
Older veterans in the Fountain Valley region find in-person and over-the-phone benefits assistance and the OC Veterans Service Office, which is located in Santa Ana. The office can help qualified individuals apply for Aid and Attendance, which can help them afford assisted living costs.
The long-term care ombudsman helps older adults find the right assisted living option for their needs, navigate the move-in process and identify ways to reduce costs or pay for services. The ombudsman can also represent residents’ interests in instances regarding substandard care or involuntary move-out orders.
Community Legal Aid SoCal provides free legal assistance to those aged 60 and over in the Fountain Valley region. Through this nonprofit agency, individuals can get one-on-one help with applying for federal, state and veterans’ benefits and understanding assisted living contracts and payment obligations.
RSVP is a free nationwide program that provides volunteer opportunities exclusively to those aged 55 and over. Seniors in the Fountain Valley region may donate their time to local organizations such as donation centers, food banks, charities, veterans’ offices, schools and libraries. In-person and virtual opportunities may be available.
The DME Loan Closet provides free medical equipment loans to seniors in the Orange County region, including Fountain Valley residents. Through this community-based program, seniors can donate or borrow equipment such as bathroom safety items, wheelchairs, canes and walkers, which may enhance independence and reduce care-related expenses.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fountain Valley
Fountain Valley 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.
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We toured Carmel Village Retirement Community. It's 15 minutes away from me. The manager, David, is great. He impressed me, my brother, and my mom. The dimensions of the place were adequate. It was...
Review of Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care
I toured Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care. It was very modern-looking and very clean. The rooms were big and very beautiful. Your meals were included. They paid for gas, electricity...
Review of Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care
I toured Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care. It was really clean and bright. They had a lot of amenities like the salon, the nail place, and weekly housekeeping services. They had a...