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New Hope Care Homes
7284 Cherokee Circle, Buena Park, CA 90620
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Assisted Living Communities in Lake Forest, California
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 assisted living falls near $5,748 monthly, saving residents around $500 over the statewide norm. Prospective residents have 17 communities to choose from within the city, and 623 more options sit nearby.
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 2096 reviews reviews in our directory.
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Astoria Retirement at Corona del Mar
3606 Catamaran Drive, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
"Our goal at Astoria Retirement Residences is to assist you or your loved ones to achieve emotional comfort, a healthier well-being, and the ..."
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Astoria Retirement at Dover Shores
1412 Santiago Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
"Our goal at Astoria Retirement Residences is to assist you or your loved ones to achieve emotional comfort, a healthier well-being, and the ..."
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A & A Home Care
3166 W Teranimar Drive, Anaheim, CA 92804
"A & A Home Care is a small assisted living facility located near Anaheim, California's resort district. Residents appreciate getting ass..."
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Danberry Residential Care
14611 Danberry Circle, Tustin, CA 92780
"Our mission is to provide our residents the utmost tender loving care in an environment where family, independence, self-worth and individua..."
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Madison Guest Home
219 E Madison Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870
"Madison Guest Home is a state licensed RCFE in the city of Placentia. We provide assistance with meals, medication management, laundry servi..."
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The Heathers Kent
1615 Kent Lane, Newport Beach, CA 92660
"We deliver compassionate care by a 24 hour wide awake staff in a safe, well appointed, cheerful and a secure residential setting. In-house p..."
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Del's Haven
29835 Andrea Way, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
"At Del's Haven, we create the comfort and safety of a loving home with 24/7 personal care to meet the needs of our residents. We pride ourse..."
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Maureen Guest Home I
9362 Maureen, Garden Grove, CA 92841
"We accept seniors with wide range of needs and functionality, from active seniors needing a little help with activities of daily living to t..."
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Care of Heart for Elderly in Orange
3342 E. Maple Avenue, Orange, CA 92869
"Care of Heart for Elderly in Orange is a family owned assisted living care home with 6 residents. Care of Heart for Elderly in Orange is loc..."
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Sunny Slopes at St. Agnes Home II
1081 Concord Way, La Habra, CA 90631
""Sunny Slopes at St. Agnes II is a small board and care home with a maximum 6 bed capacity. Haven For Mom & Dad I is located in La Habra, CA..."
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Leriza's Guest Home
4019 Via Manzana, San Clemente, CA 92673
"Leriza's Guest Home is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution for seni..."
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Chateau Francesca
33821 Via Cascada, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
"Chateau Francesca is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution for senior..."
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Sterling Senior Living 2
9608 Puffin Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Mirabel by the Sea V
249 Calle Empalme, San Clemente, CA 92672
"Mirabel by the Sea V is a modest 6-bed residential care home located in San Clemente, California. Mirabel by the Sea V is near Hospital as w..."
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West Glenn Manor
7242 WESTMINSTER BLVD., Westminster, CA 92683
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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Lighthouse Residential Care
21710 Pink Ginger Ct., Wildomar, CA 92595
"Caring Hearts... Touching Hearts... Helping You... Care For You At Lighthouse Residential Care we are dedicated to providing you compassion..."
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AssistaCare - CLOSED
3022 Salmon Dr., Rossmoor, CA 90720
"Assistacare Rossmoor is located in the heart of Rossmoor and offers a safe comfortable home for your loved ones. We have an experienced and..."
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Violet Residential Care, Inc.
12141 Ora Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92840
"This is a 6-bed facility that provides a standard of living that enables residents to recreate their lives. As such, our priority is to crea..."
READ MOREPremiere Cottages - Shinkle Cottage
14631 Shinkle Circle, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
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
Paying for Assisted Living in Lake Forest
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lake Forest
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.
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 Care
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Lake Forest
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. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lake Forest
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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Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Randy W.
1.0
Review of Freedom Village
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...
