Located about 10 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, Santa Ana sits within the Santa Ana Valley in southwestern California. In 2024, assisted living in this community costs about $5,748 per...
On average, local facilities earn a quality score of 4.5 out of 5 stars stars. To learn about this rating, refer to the 3003 reviews reviews in our directory.
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2025 North Bush Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706
4.3
(6 reviews)
"My mother is here. It's really nice and it looks more like a hotel than a senior living place. It's very clean and the people are very friendly. Her room is big, clean, very nice and updated. It's bigger than a hotel room even. They have arts and cra..."
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12291 South Newport Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705
4.1
(8 reviews)
"We went here. I would give them high marks across the board. They're clean, caring, they had a good menu, super friendly staff, and they were very helpful during COVID. My father-in-law was there. He was there for only five months, but it was during ..."
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555 E Memory Ln, Santa Ana, CA 92706
4.5
(33 reviews)
"Town & Country looks like it's new and clean. They have a lot of activities for people there. My interaction with some of the nurses was very good. The apartments looked nice. They are semi-private, which is basically two people sharing a bathroom. T..."
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11541 Highland Lane, Santa Ana, CA 92705
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Visited this place last saturday, My thoughts, 1. Location: Safe neighborhood. Quite. clean. 2. The staff: friendly 3. The house: recently renovated. Layout was nice. Felt like a spacious place. 4. Food/ meals: Didn't eat any of..."
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13382 Kootenay Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92705
5.0
(2 reviews)
"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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1718 WEST SIXTH STREET, Santa Ana, CA 92703
4.0
(2 reviews)
"St. Francis Home is quiet and clean. They cared for my Grandmother for a few years after she became unable to live on her own. She loved it and she loved the Sisters (Franciscan Nuns) who cared for her. The staff was wonderful and we loved that th..."
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2602 N. Grand Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad has been a resident here for over 7 years, I could not be more grateful for how well he is taken care of . He is always clean, fresh shaved and happy when I see him, The house is well kept and extremely clean , with no odors of urine like I ha..."
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1912 Maple Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707
"Good Hands is the best private home in specialized assisting care for seniors who want a more private homey environment when they feel that ..."
READ MORE1534 East 21st Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705
"Bubbe and Zayde's Place is a senior facility in Santa Ana, California. Caregivers provide care based on individual needs and support seniors..."
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13322 Prospect Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
"Grace's Home I is a care home in Santa Ana, California. This Orange Country suburb is well-known for its lively atmosphere, and world-famous..."
READ MORE2220 Concord Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705
"Mandel House offers senior services in a private, homelike setting. It is located in a beautiful neighborhood of Santa Ana, California, with..."
READ MORE2606 Olive Ln, Santa Ana, CA 92706
"Floral Park Assisted Living is located in a quaint neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA, just a short distance from the Santa Ana Freeway and River..."
READ MORE1529 E. 20Th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORE12091 Arroyo Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
"CrossRoads Elderly Care is located in the city of Santa Ana, California. As the second-most populous city in Orange County, Santa Ana is hom..."
READ MORE13901 Hewes Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
"Foothill Assisted Living is located in artsy Santa Ana, California. The town is nestled among major area green spaces, such as Loma Ridge an..."
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629 South Townsend, Santa Ana, CA 92703
"Stocker Group Homes is a small facility located in the beautiful Santa Ana, California valley. It offers a limited number of beds, which mea..."
READ MORE12911 Browning Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
"Tustin Ranch Villa I is located in Santa Ana, CA, in a convenient location close to a variety of interesting attractions, including the Lyon..."
READ MORE2221 Downie Place, Santa Ana, CA 92706
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORE1542 E. 21St Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705
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READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living residents in Santa Ana pay around $5,748 monthly. This tracks about $400 over the national median, but it compares favorably to the California norm of $6,250 and trends below rates in many nearby cities. For example, in Santa Maria, seniors pay higher rates of around $6,500, and in San Diego, facilities charge roughly $7,250.
Santa Ana
$5,748
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Riverside
$5,324
Oxnard
$5,800
Santa Maria
$6,500
San Diego
$7,250
Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Santa Ana through both the Medicaid 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver Program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).
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.
At around $5,748 per month, assisted living ranks among the more economical senior care solutions in Santa Ana. By comparison, seniors who choose in-home care or home health care pay about $925 more, and nursing home costs come in at around $10,646. Only adult day health care costs less at approximately $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 (semiprivate room)
$10,646
Note: Since data for Santa Ana is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, instead.
Many resource providers are dedicated to helping seniors live in Santa Ana. The following resources are a few examples of what’s available to the city’s older residents. They include where to get medical attention if they spent time in the U.S. military, how to get help if they can’t resolve a dispute with their care provider and how they can contribute towards their community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 300-6222 | The Council on Aging-Southern California is a nonprofit organization focused on helping seniors in the counties of Orange and Riverside. One of its services is the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, an advocate for residents in senior living communities. Residents and others can register complaints about care standards with the ombudsman, who will investigate and try to resolve their complaints with the facilities' owners and managers. The ombudsman also educates seniors on their rights. |
| RSVP - Orange County | (714) 953-5757 | RSVP is a nonprofit organization with many years of experience matching seniors with spare time and life skills to charities and government agencies that rely on the help of volunteers. Operating through OneOC, a local nonprofit, RSVP connects volunteers to suitable organizations. Examples of voluntary work include delivering fresh meals to homebound seniors, driving others to medical appointments and preparing food parcels for low-income families. Seniors with specific skills may also have the opportunity to mentor Orange County's younger residents. |
| Santa Ana Senior Center | (714) 647-6540 | The Santa Ana Senior Center, and Southwest Senior Center, are local hubs for adults aged 60+, enabling them to enjoy quality time with others in their age group. The centers offer recreational, educational and fitness programs designed to stimulate the mind and body, in addition to generating a welcoming social environment for seniors. |
| Santa Ana VA Clinic | (714) 434-4600 | Santa Ana VA Clinic is part of the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. It provides primary care for U.S. military veterans and their families. The clinic also specializes in mental health treatments and delivering care via telehealth programs. Other on-site services include radiology and audiology, optometry and podiatrist visits once per month. Patients needing greater levels of care get referred to the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center in Long Beach, which is approximately a 20-minute journey from the clinic. |
Santa Ana-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.
Assisted Living
Jennifer
5.0
Review of Town & Country
My dad is at Town & Country Manor. It's great. It's very clean. It's a big place, but it's easy to get around. There are dining rooms, and the staff is really friendly. They have a brand new memory...
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Reviewer#JM190822a
5.0
Review of Town & Country
I had an in-person tour of Town & Country Manor. I liked their nice green courtyard and putting green. The staff was friendly, helpful, and answered questions. The facility was clean, light, and...
Assisted Living
Carolyn
5.0
Review of Town & Country
I was able to tour Town & Country Manor. Their food menu looked very good and they have a varied menu. They had a very nice patio area where the guests can go outside, and I liked that area. The...
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