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Assisted Living Communities in Irvine, California

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Irvine, CA below include 752 Assisted Living facilities with 2722 reviews. On average in Irvine, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Irvine, CA and Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities in Irvine charge $5,250 per month for services, which is the same as the state average but several hundred dollars more than the national median of $4,500. In San Diego, rates are a couple of hundred dollars higher at $5,475, and in Oxnard, facilities charge $500 more than those in Irvine, with fees coming in at $5,750. Seniors in El Centro pay considerably higher rates of $6,150, but in Riverside, facilities charge $4,000, over $1,000 less than in Irvine. 

Irvine

$5,250

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Oxnard

$5,750

San Diego

$5,475

El Centro

$6,150

Riverside

$4,000

Paying for Assisted Living in Irvine

Assisted living rates in Irvine are consistent with the rest of California, averaging an estimated $5,250 per month. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Irvine

The state of California’s Medicaid 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver will pay for the services provided by residential care facilities for eligible seniors who live in certain counties, including Orange County. 

California offers seniors an optional supplement to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) that can be used to help pay for room and board in residential care facilities. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.

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 Irvine, CA

In Irvine, seniors in assisted living pay $5,250 per month for care. This is hundreds of dollars cheaper than the cost of obtaining care in a private home, which costs approximately $5,911 for basic in-home care and specialized home health care. Nursing homes, which provide 24-hour medical monitoring and care for those with extensive needs, charge base rates of $9,125. Adult day health care is the only recorded option cheaper than assisted living, with monthly fees averaging $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 Irvine was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Irvine

While it can be challenging to find the best assisted living option, seniors in Irvine have access to a network of organizations that provide free assistance, including the local senior center, the Area Agency on Aging and the Aging and Disability Resource Connection. These organizations help older adults research local facilities and find ways to pay for services.

ResourceContactService
Senior Centers(949) 724-6600There are three senior centers in Irvine, including Lakeview Senior Center, Rancho Senior Center and Trabuco Center. At these locations, members participate in a range of activities, including games, art classes and fitness classes. Centers may also offer on-site amenities such as cafes, fitness centers and computer labs.
Orange County Office on Aging(714) 480-6450The county’s Office on Aging administers a range of free services to seniors in Irvine, including information and referrals for community-based services, congregate meal programs and health insurance options counseling. It also provides nonemergency medical transportation to supplement the transportation services available through assisted living.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(800) 300-6222The long-term care ombudsman visits assisted living facilities in Irvine and helps staff and residents find solutions to problems related to services and care planning. They can also help residents understand their rights and file complaints regarding substandard care.
Legal Aid of Orange County(714) 571-5200Community Legal Aid specializes in helping those aged 60 and over handle legal issues, such as aggressive debt collection practices, canceled health insurance policies or benefits overpayment. Seniors can also get help with filing applications for federal benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income, which can help pay for assisted living.
OneOC Retired and Senior Volunteer Program(714) 953-5757RSVP is a volunteer network that matches those aged 55 and over with volunteer opportunities that fit their interests and experience. Seniors can serve in a range of capacities in schools, libraries, museums and hospitals. In exchange, they may get benefits such as supplement insurance and recognition at annual events.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Irvine

Irvine 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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PattyB

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Atria Golden Creek

We came to have lunch with sister and brother in law. So wonderful!!! Joseph set us up in the smaller dining room as we had 6 people, and Sandra made sure we had everything we needed. She is...

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Sylvia

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Atria Golden Creek

Caring staff from top to bottom. Friendliness and efforts made by staff to include residents in a myriad of activities. Opportunities for OT and PT up to 4 times a week.

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Sonny

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Irvine

My parents will be moving into Brookdale Irvine. What I like best is the location, accessibility to stores nearby, which is a block away, and pathway to a park. That was the selling point. The...

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