Assisted Living Communities in Huntington Beach, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Huntington Beach, CA below include 824 Assisted Living facilities with 2736 reviews. On average in Huntington Beach, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living in Huntington Beach, CA
"When faced with the daunting task to find a place where our loved one would receive the best possible care, we wanted to make a wise choice. We had visited a few places before having to decide and then a trusted friend in the medical field recommend..."
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The staff was great. They were friendly and caring towards the residents. The food always smelled good, and the house was always clean! Overall we were very satisfied with the quality of care our relative received. Activities were based on ..."
"My mother is going to be moving in. The administrator was very helpful and very informative. We got to see the facility, see the room that Mom's going to be in, and meet some of the caregivers. It was very positive. Mom hasn't actually lived there, b..."
"My dad is in the Diamond Manor. It's good. The most important thing for me is to be able to get feedback from my dad's condition, like I get a call right away, whether it's blood in his urinary catheter, or he's not eating as much, and whether he loo..."
"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..."
"Kensington is a wonderful assisted living memory care residence. The building is hotel-like, nicely appointed rooms & grounds include large garden w/ walking paths. Spacious dining areas & tasty meals; many daily activities for residents. But that's ..."
"Fullerton Rosewood was great. They were very helpful and explained how it all broke down. The staff was hands on and took the residents out on a daily basis and had activities, like exercise time. The place had a very nice homey, clean feel...."
"I chose Golden Groves Residential Care for my mother. It was the perfect fit for her because it's small. It only holds like four or five people, so it's a lot of one-on-one care. That's what we were looking for. I wasn't looking for a large facility ..."
"I've been staying at Royal Home Care II for two months now. It's a very nice and small facility. There are only six residents who live here. The staff is good. We have three meals a day and you can have food in between if you want. There is no partic..."
"The Rancho Palos Verdes area of Southern California is a place that is very familiar to our aunt, so it seemed logical that we would visit the Sea View Manor House assisted living facility.
We first became aware of the facility since it is just over..."
"Mom is in Walnut Villa. The care there is excellent, and I'm really happy with it. They’re very attentive, friendly, and provide her with excellent care. It’s perfect. The food is good, too.
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"We ended up putting mom at Cornerstone Homes. I love this board and care; they are amazing. The staff is fantastic. They don't offer activities everyday other than going for a walk because there are only 6 people, and they are mostly old. Once a week..."
"Patricia's Elder Care is nice and the people are friendly. I chose this place because I feel that my mom will be finally happy there and taken good care of. The dining area is nice, I haven't tried the food yet but it smells great. They showed me the..."
"My mom has been placed into Genesis Senior Living I. It's very clean, helpful, and caring. The staff are very helpful, very assuring and very loving. I have not tried their food, but I've watched my mom eat. She eats every meal every day, and she's v..."
"My mom is now at Rolling Hills Guest Home in Fullerton. The social worker from hospice hooked me up with these guys, and they are really good. I'm pretty happy I went with them.
It's pretty good. My mom is also on hospice and probably in her last da..."
"My wife was in Emerald Isle Assisted Living Calzada Home. They were satisfactory. I have nothing bad to say about them. The staff was very, very kind, and helpful, and very pleasant. Everything pretty much was inside the home they had, they had games..."
"Sunshine Board and Care has a very nice staff. They are very happy, friendly, and they really try to make you a part of their family. They have a lot of different things to do. They have games that they play and holiday events/parties where family me..."
"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..."
"My mother is at Good Hands Senior Care, and so far, the community is excellent. The place is very clean, and the staff is very good. I really like it, and my mother loves it.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Huntington Beach, CA and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey finds that assisted living facilities in Huntington Beach charge around $5,748 per month. This rate surpasses the national median by about $400 but offers potential savings of around $500 over California’s norm. Local rates run lower than costs in Santa Maria and San Diego, where facilities charge respective monthly rates of around $6,500 and $7,250.
Huntington Beach
$5,748
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Riverside
$5,324
San Diego
$7,250
Oxnard
$5,800
Santa Maria
$6,500
Paying for Assisted Living in Huntington Beach, CA
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Huntington Beach
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:
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Huntington Beach, CA
With rates near $5,748, assisted living ranks among the more cost-effective senior care solutions in Huntington Beach. This expense runs about $925 lower than the cost of in-home care and roughly $4,900 less than nursing home services. However, seniors save thousands of dollars by opting for adult day health care, which costs around $1,690.
In-Home Care
$6,673
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$1,690
Assisted Living Facility
$5,748
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$10,646
Note: Since data for Huntington Beach is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Huntington Beach
Seniors living in Huntington Beach can use the following resources to help with long-term care planning and wellness promotion.
As the local Area Agency on Aging, this organization offers social services, including health insurance counseling, case management and long-term care referrals. In addition, it provides a wide range of healthy aging classes to promote fitness, balance and cognitive health in the aging population.
This agency runs the office of the Ombudsman, who is a volunteer advocate for residents of long-term care homes. State Ombudsmen educate seniors about their rights and help them resolve concerns about their welfare. This council also offers fraud protection resources and an art therapy program for mental health.
This pro bono law firm connects seniors with expert representation to help resolve financial issues, housing disputes and allegations of elder abuse. In addition, volunteer attorneys can help seniors gain access to health care and health insurance. This nonprofit organization also offers free self-help legal information and forms.
At senior centers throughout the city, this organization offers low-impact exercise classes and social activities designed to help seniors stay social and entertained. The HBCOA also runs a resource center and care management program that can connect seniors with trusted local services.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Huntington Beach
Assisted living facilities in Huntington Beach and the rest of California are governed by the state Department of Social Services. Its Senior Care Licensing Program conducts regular assessments of long-term care homes to ensure that the health and safety of residents is held at the highest priority.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Huntington Beach
Residents of Huntington Beach have access to health care at a lower cost than the national average. The city also has more physicians than many American cities, at 249 per 100,000 people compared to the median of 205 per 100,000.
The city has a high cost of living, at 83.8 points above the U.S. median of 100, with housing the most expensive factor. Fortunately for seniors, assisted living prices in the area are on par with the state average.
Unfortunately, the state is not very tax-friendly to retirees, as it fully taxes pensions and retirement income. However, a tax exemption is available for Social Security benefits.
The water quality in Huntington Beach is 10 points better than the national average of 65, which is ideal for active adults who would like to spend time on the city’s beaches and wetlands.
Huntington Beach has a sunny climate that many seniors find ideal. The city gets 281 sunny days per year compared to the national average of 205, and it has no snow in the winter.
California is part of the AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. This means that the state has committed to becoming friendlier to seniors by increasing public services such as transportation, recreation and education for older adults.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
The crime rate, which is used as an indicator of how safe a particular area is, in Huntington Beach is 196, which is below the national average of 323.
There is heavy traffic congestion with a below average crash rate of 7.
At $2,077, the average cost of housing in Huntington Beach is above the nationwide average of $1,442
Huntington Beach offers a poor job market for older adults. There are typically less than 1 job available per worker and the rate of income inequality in the area is 0.47.
In Huntington Beach, 64.2% of public transportation stations and vehicles are ADA-accessible. Which is below the national average of 78.28%. On average, there are 4 local transit vehicles per hour. This is less than the national average of 8.
Patient satisfaction, which is a key indicator of the quality of health care in an area, averages 64.7% in Huntington Beach – this is lower the national average patient satisfaction. Additionally, there are 95 primary care physicians for every 100,000 people, which is more the national average of 82.
According to Caring.com’s 2022 Senior Living Report which graded 300 cities using 46 metrics across 5 categories, Huntington Beach ranked in the bottom of the pack. It’s overall rank was 224th, and it scored the best in Health Care, while it’s lowest score was for Transportation.
In Huntington Beach, the number of parks is more than the national average. Additionally, the number of cultural, arts, and entertainment options is above the average.
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Review of Huntington Terrace
Huntington Terrace was a nice facility. We were greeted with a reserved spot with my name on it. When we walked into the facility, I got another sign saying "Welcome to us." They took us back to...
Provider response
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your visit and hope you'll be back!
I went to look at Huntington Terrace. I like it a lot. They were incredible. Everybody there, like the nurse and head person, was fantastic. If my mom needed the service, that's probably the place...
Provider response
Thank you so much for your kind feedback about our community! We appreciate you taking the time to visit us and for leaving such a lovely review.
I went to Sea Cliff Assisted Living. They were very nice, but it's a little too inconvenient. It's not near the freeway. It was clean. They had activities going on, which I love. Their activities...