Situated in the heart of the Saddleback Valley at the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, Lake Forest sits in the northern region of South Orange County. As of 2024, the local median cost of...
By looking at feedback from current and past residents, we find that local assisted living facilities earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars. For insight into this rating see the 2107 reviews reviews in our directory.
2525 E. Hilda Place, Anaheim, CA 92806
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3148 W. Rome Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92804
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2582 E. Seville Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806
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16419 Vernon St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Adelya Senior Home II is located in Fountain Valley, CA, a suburban city in Orange County. The facility is within walking distance of the Mile Square Regional Park, where residents can go for golfing or leisurely strolls. Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center is also a few blocks away, and seniors can enjoy regular outings to the nearby Huntington Beach. Adelya Senior Home II is an assisted living community that provides 24-hour care and supervision to seniors who have some trouble living on their own. It provides Alzheimer's, dementia and hospice care programs for residents to meet their specific needs. Seniors receive assistance with their daily living activities, housekeeping, meal preparation, medication management and laundry so that they can enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. The staff members are versed in the usage of the Hoyer Lift for one-person transfers, and the facility accepts residents with behavioral issues. The community offers a plethora of amenities for seniors' physical and mental wellness, including social and recreational activities, such as board and card games, puzzles, daily exercises and live entertainment. Residents can enjoy relaxing and making new friends within a secure environment. Complimentary transportation to physician appointments or errands such as grocery shopping and local tours is also available.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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18667 San Felipe, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Al and Usha Villareal operate Golden Coast Senior Living. Golden Coast residents receive and benefit greatly from Usha Villarreal’s RN Nursing background. Michelle, Carissa and Michael lend a hand with the family owned and operated business Doctors provide home visits for Golden Coast residents. Podiatrist visits our residents every six days.Ophthalmic and Dental Services are also available at all our facilities. X-ray and blood work can be done at the facility, these services are provided by outside providers and billed to the residents health insurance. Physical therapy, Occupational therapy, Speech therapy and skilled nurse visits are ordered by the residents Doctor and provided to Golden Coast residents by carefully selected Home Health Agency. All Golden Coast Senior Living facilities are licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) for six residents per house. The Licenses include Dementia and Hospice Waivers and each home is subject to review by Community Care Licensing at any given time. We invite you to come and tour our facilities and meet our staff and residents. We offer 11 locations throughout Orange County. The homes are located close to hospitals, medical services, shopping, and senior community centers.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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26075 Arcada Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Al and Usha Villareal operate Golden Coast Senior Living. Golden Coast residents receive and benefit greatly from Usha Villarreal’s RN Nursing background. Michelle, Carissa and Michael lend a hand with the family owned and operated business Doctors provide home visits for Golden Coast residents. Podiatrist visits our residents every six days.Ophthalmic and Dental Services are also available at all our facilities. X-ray and blood work can be done at the facility, these services are provided by outside providers and billed to the residents health insurance. Physical therapy, Occupational therapy, Speech therapy and skilled nurse visits are ordered by the residents Doctor and provided to Golden Coast residents by carefully selected Home Health Agency. All Golden Coast Senior Living facilities are licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) for six residents per house. The Licenses include Dementia and Hospice Waivers and each home is subject to review by Community Care Licensing at any given time. We invite you to come and tour our facilities and meet our staff and residents. We offer 11 locations throughout Orange County. The homes are located close to hospitals, medical services, shopping, and senior community centers.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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3141 Bray Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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9152 Hyde Park Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Helen's Guest Home offers a home-like setting for when your loved ones are no longer able to care for themselves. We offer assistance with Activities of Daily Living. We take great pride in the care we offer, as treating seniors with dignity and respect is second nature to us. This is what sets us apart.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$2,700
22322 Savona, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
OC Kaigo Homes is located in Laguna Hills, California. Laguna Hills is a small city of 30,000, named for the nearby Laguna Canyon and Laguna Beach. In addition to visiting these natural attractions, residents often make the 1-hour drive to San Diego or Los Angeles. OC Kaigo Homes is a residential care facility with an emphasis on mental health care. WanderGuard capability and a secured premise help handle symptoms such as wandering and disorientation, and the staff is trained to handle behavioral issues including aggression and suicidal ideation. Other services include colostomy, respite, catheter and hospice care. Visiting dentists, nurses and other specialists provide their services to all residents on a regular basis. Many religions are accommodated at OC Kaigo Homes, with on-site and off-site devotional services for Christian, Islamic, Rastafari and Buddhist services. Transportation to these services is complimentary, while transportation at cost is available for other trips. Residents enjoy the services of an on-site beautician and access to a hot tub and swimming pool. Meals are complimentary, and authentic Japanese food is available by request. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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8791 St. Andrew'S Avenue, Westminster, CA 92683
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2221 Downie Place, Santa Ana, CA 92706
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1652 Maple Hill Rd., Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Diamond Bar RCFE assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, home setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home, yet don't need 24-hour, complex medical supervision. Our approach provides the ideal solution for seniors who need some help with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and medication reminders. We focus on wellness and keeping Residents as independent as possible by providing a tailored plan of assistance. Our Residents enjoy beautifully appointed living spaces, delicious meals, engaging social activities, transportation, and personalized assistance and care.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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9131 Healey Dr, Garden Grove, CA 92841
Missy's Guest Home is located within a 15-minute walk from Magnolia Memorial Park and Hare School Park in Garden Grove, California. This large city is home to over 170,000 people, over 13% of whom are seniors. To support its older population, the city operates the H. Louis Lake Senior Center, which is located just 3 miles from Missy's Guest Home, and its public transportation system provides reduced fares for those over age 60. Missy's Guest Home is a six-bed care home for senior women. It is comprised of private and shared suites, and it has a trained staff that provides assistance with the activities of daily living, including bathing and personal grooming. Housekeeping and maintenance are provided for a carefree lifestyle. Missy's Guest Home provides daily meals in a comfortable dining room, with special accommodations for residents who are diabetic or require low-sodium options. It features indoor common areas where residents can socialize with one another and guests, and residents can enjoy their favorite television shows and movies in the media area. Social activities and off-site outings are provided to keep residents engaged. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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2547 E. Norm Place, Anaheim, CA 92806
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3911 Calle Mayo, San Clemente, CA 92673
Harbor View Estate is located in a residential district in San Clemente, CA. Near the waterfront, it offers seniors the chance to visit multiple beaches and ocean-themed recreational activities, including whale watching tours. Businesses lining the nearby San Diego Freeway ensure that residents have plenty of stores and restaurants to explore during outings with family and friends. A senior care home that offers assisted living, memory care, hospice and respite stay services, Harbor View Estate has trained staff members awake 24 hours a day to help with personal needs. Residents can choose rooms that are private or shared, and the facility has walk-in and wheelchair-accessible showers. Management regularly cleans the residences and washes laundry so seniors can enjoy their living space being neat and fresh. The smoke-free community offers residents three meals and a bedtime snack each day with a variety of dietary selections such as ethnic meals, gluten-free and low-sugar or low-salt options available. The yard features a scenic garden and is fully fenced with door alarms to protect the safety of residents with wandering and exit-seeking tendencies. Parking spaces are provided for residents and guests, which makes it easy for family to visit.
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12192 Nutwood Street, Garden Grove, CA 92840
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15311 Cascade Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Allied Senior Care is an assisted living facility located in a peaceful and quiet neighborhood in Huntington Beach, California. This facility has a capacity of six residents, so the staff-to-resident ratio is very low and staff can spend quality time with each resident ensuring that their unique needs are met. Allied Senior Care is focused on improving the quality of life for every resident they serve, and they offer activities and opportunities that engage residents' physical, psychological and social needs. Family and residents experience peace of mind due to the high-quality care this facility offers.
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811 Wildrose Drive, Brea, CA 92821
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1687 W. Beacon Ave., Anaheim, CA 92802
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2830 Antares Drive, Riverside, CA 92503
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Assisted Living
Randy W.
1.0
Review of Freedom Village Retirement Community
My mother was a resident of Freedom Village/ Lake Forest Ca. She passed away while residing in the assisted living facility of Freedom Village. Shortly after a fall she passed away. Before...
Provider response
Randy, we are disheartened to read your review. Your mother was a valued resident of Freedom Village and we mourned her loss when she passed away three years ago. Freedom Village is dedicated to...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#DT0327
2.0
Review of Leisure Lodge III
When I visited Leisure Lodge III, it was tight to fit the wheelchair through the doorways, but the rest of the house was okay. There are four bedrooms, two are private and two are shared. I met...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#DT0327
3.0
Review of Serene Valley Care Home
Serene Valley Care Home is a little bit better than the other place I saw, but I thought that the price was high for what they gave you for the facility. They say that there are no activities. One...
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors pay assisted living rates of around $5,748 per month in Lake Forest. Although this tracks about $400 over the national norm, it offers approximately $500 in savings over the California median. Lake Forest is an economical option compared to other cities in the region, including Santa Maria and San Diego, where respective fees fall near $6,500 and $7,250.
Lake Forest
$5,748
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Riverside
$5,324
San Diego
$7,250
Oxnard
$5,800
Santa Maria
$6,500
Low-income seniors residing in Lake Forest may be eligible to apply for government funding to help pay for assisted living. There are currently two programs available: the 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver program through Medi-Cal and Supplemental Security Income – Category G.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
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.
Assisted living residents in Lake Forest pay around $5,748 per month for care. This option costs about $925 less than in-home care and home health care, and it provides thousands of dollars in savings over the baseline nursing home rate of $10,646, highlighting assisted living as an economical option for those with custodial care needs. However, seniors may save around $4,060 every month by choosing adult day health care.
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 Lake Forest is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, instead.
Many government entities and nonprofit organizations offer a variety of free resources for seniors in Lake Forest and throughout Orange County. Services and programs may cover everything from transportation and legal services to nutrition and social activities to help seniors stay healthy and active.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Age Well Senior Services | (949) 855-8033 | Age Well in Lake Forest provides critical programs, services and resources to seniors throughout Orange County to support their independence and promote their health and well-being. Programs and services include case management, transportation, congregate and delivered meals, health and wellness programs, senior centers, online classes, legal assistance and exercise programs, among others. |
| OC Office on Aging | (714) 480-6450 or (800) 510-2020 | Orange County’s Office on Aging advocates on behalf of approximately 600,000 seniors aged 60 and older throughout the county. Programs and services focus on improving access to nutritious food, appropriate housing and transportation. The Office on Aging also strives to enhance the health and safety of the county's older adults while helping them remain active through social interactions. |
| Council on Aging Southern California | (714) 479-0107 | The Council on Aging Southern California is a nonprofit that offers free services to seniors aged 60 or older and their families. It provides programs, services and unbiased information to seniors across Orange County and four other SOCAL counties. Services include concierge care navigators, friendly visitor programs, long-term care ombudsman, educational seminars, volunteer opportunities, support groups, special events and senior protection programs, among others. |
| COASC Long-Term Ombudsman | (800) 300-6222 or (800) 231-4024 | COASC LTC ombudsmen advocate for residents of assisted living facilities, board and care homes and nursing homes. They mediate, investigate complaints and attempt to resolve issues. Ombudsmen also investigate suspected neglect and physical, emotional or mental abuse of residents and report serious facility violations to state licensing agencies. |
| The Clubhouse for Seniors | (949) 461-3408 | Lake Forest’s Clubhouse for Seniors is a free drop-in program with various activities and services for adults aged 50 or older. Programs and services include transportation, games, monthly tournaments, exercise classes, wellness lectures, book clubs, computer classes, movies and craft classes, among others. |
Lake Forest-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.
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