Pacifica Senior Living Newport Mesa
2891 Bear St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
4.3
(11 reviews)
"This is a great, intimate community and you can tell they care about their residents...."
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2891 Bear St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
4.3
(11 reviews)
"This is a great, intimate community and you can tell they care about their residents...."
READ MORE454 S. La Floresta Dr., Brea, CA 92823
4.1
(18 reviews)
"Villagio at Capriana is a great community, but we have been going through some issues with addressing Mom's medications and agitation. Other than that, the staff has been attentive and very easy to communicate with. I've tried the food only when they..."
READ MORE1455 Superior Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663
4.2
(14 reviews)
"Although my mother was only at Atria since March 2024, until her recent passing, she could not stop talking about how wonderful the place was. She had a studio apartment that was so cute, and the atmosphere there was so cheerful. The staff was always..."
READ MORE7401 Yorktown Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
4.5
(7 reviews)
"We had a very nice tour and we liked the feel of the place. It was very comfortable and very homey. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. The rooms were very nice. We saw a couple of rooms and we liked the bigger room that they showed us...."
READ MORE1301 E Lincoln Avenue, Orange, CA 92865
4.7
(4 reviews)
"My stepmom moved to Sunrise of Orange. It gives off a nice vibe. They're very caring, and the staff goes above and beyond. I was able to taste the food, and it was very good. The building is very clean and brand new. They offer painting, reading, pia..."
READ MORE2025 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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1261 Montevideo Ave., Placentia, CA 92870
4.3
(6 reviews)
"In R Great Hands - Montevideo was a very nice place. They have very nice people there that show you around and give you all the information about the place. The rooms were super clean. Everything's updated. They follow all the protocol, wear masks, s..."
READ MORE12291 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 ..."
READ MORE6041 Kingman Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90621
4.4
(5 reviews)
"The Cottage at Artesia Gardens was a good place. I had a good experience with the lady who gave me the tour. She was very nice and very understanding. They serve three meals and snacks. The rooms were clean. There were studio rooms and shared rooms...."
READ MORE351 E Palm Dr, Placentia, CA 92870
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Mom is moving here. We liked the security for the memory side of it. The young lady who gave us the tour was very open and very honest about other things. We liked the cleanliness of the facilities, and the cleanliness of the people that work there. ..."
READ MORE300 Freedom Lane, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I toured Belmont Village Aliso Viejo. I like that they had a pool. It was a large facility. I did an unscheduled tour, and they were happy to accommodate me, but it was not during mealtime. The apartments seem to be a reasonable size. They had a nice..."
READ MORE3730 S Greenville St, Santa Ana, CA 92704
4.6
(3 reviews)
"We had to start looking for a place for my mother-in-law due to her dementia. Wishing that I could take care of her that she needed to be in a place where they could watch Her 24. And I having 2 jobs wouldn't be able to take care of her. I wanted her..."
READ MORE317 N. Richman Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832
4.2
(4 reviews)
"My mother was at Richman Gardens in Fullerton for over 3 years and has just past away at the age of 88. She had dementia, COPD, and heart problems. I can't say enough about this facility, the workers were always friendly and very helpful and always ..."
READ MORE12282 Beach Blvd., Stanton, CA 90680
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Beach Terrace Assisted Living & Memory Care. It was bright with lots of natural sunlight. The interior, the way it was decorated was beautiful. The common space was huge. It just feels so welcoming. I saw the menu and it looked like a menu a..."
READ MORE3901 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625
5.0
(2 reviews)
"If we decided to go somewhere, I think it would be here. It's five miles from the house, so we wouldn't have to take all our clothes. Plus, it's a beautiful place, and you're sitting there looking at the ocean. The staff were very nice. We stayed in ..."
READ MORE700 Madison Way, Brea, CA 92821
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Nice rooms. Great food. Caring staff. It is very beautiful. I have my aunt there, but I would not hesitate to live there myself. It's like living on a cruise ship...."
READ MORE5912 Midiron Circle, Huntington Beach, CA 92649
4.5
(2 reviews)
"I'm very happy with Meadowlark Gardens I. It's a board and care home with a total of 6 patients, and for my mom's care, I think it's wonderful. The room is lovely, and they take excellent care. It's a lovely facility with a lovely patio. Everybody ha..."
READ MORE2750 Lorenzo Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
4.0
(3 reviews)
"My husband will be moving into Heyday Senior Living. When I went there, it was like walking into a home. The facility was clean. There was no odor. I saw a regular bedroom. The bathroom is just across the hall, which makes it convenient. The living r..."
READ MORE9401 Nautilus Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
4.5
(2 reviews)
"I toured Meadowlark Gardens VII. I like the cleanliness of that location and the ability for wheelchair accessibility. The location is very good, and communication within the staff. At that location, each has individual rooms, which was greatly appre..."
READ MORE2609 Santa Ysabel Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend moved into Bliss Care Home. This is a boarding place. The staff is very friendly. The rooms are very nice. Everything is very nice. It has a nice backyard, lots of fruit trees, an area where they can sit out, and a covered gazebo. Their liv..."
READ MOREIn Orange County, as in the rest of California, memory care facilities follow regulations set by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. This division ensures quality care for residents by conducting regular inspections and criminal background checks of facility employees.
Orange County residents with dementia obtain residential memory care services in assisted living facilities that are specially licensed to provide this level of care. On average, dementia services cost 20-30% more than assisted living due to additional licensing requirements, caregiver training and dementia-informed programming. Nationwide memory care cost data isn’t available, so we add 25% to the assisted living rates in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey to estimate monthly costs.
In Orange County, memory care costs $6,563, which is equal to the state median but almost $1,000 higher than the national average ($5,625). Costs are significantly higher in San Francisco ($7,899) and Santa Rosa ($8,810). Memory care is much more affordable in Fresno ($4,875) and Stockton ($4,561).
Orange County
$6,563
California
$6,563
The United States
$5,625
Stockton
$4,561
Fresno
$4,875
San Francisco
$7,899
Santa Rosa
$8,810
Seniors in Orange County have multiple care options to choose from. Nursing homes charge the highest monthly rates of $9,125 for semiprivate rooms and $11,269 for private units. Assisted living costs $5,250, and seniors pay $5,911 for either basic home care and specialized home health care. Memory care is a little costlier at $6,563. Adult day health care is the cheapest option at $1,652.
Memory Care
$6,563
Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living
$5,250
Nursing Home (semiprivate)
$9,125
Nursing Home (private)
$11,269
Note: Data for Orange County was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
In Orange County, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.
Seniors in Orange County can get support and services from numerous nonprofit organizations and programs. Through the following resources, older adults and their families can connect with support groups, early-stage engagement programs and specialized services.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Alzheimer’s Association Orange County Chapter | (949) 426-8544 | The Alzheimer’s Association administers a range of free supportive services and informational resources to seniors and families affected by dementia. Through the Orange County chapter, individuals connect with in-person and online support groups, free education classes and clinical trials. Seniors and families can also contact a 24-hour helpline for personalized assistance with finding resources in Orange County. |
Alzheimer’s Orange County | (949) 955-9000 | Alzheimer's Orange County is a regional nonprofit organization that provides a variety of services including free classes and workshops, a specialized caregiving training program, family care consultations and support groups. It also has a free helpline, which individuals reach at (844) 373-4400 for personalized assistance and answers to questions regarding dementia and long-term care options. |
UCI MIND | (949) 824-3253 | UCI MIND is home to an NIH-funded Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. Through this center, seniors with and without memory-related conditions can participate in clinical trials to help researchers better understand Alzheimer’s. The center also hosts free community programs to help Orange County residents understand how to recognize and manage dementia. |
Alzheimer’s Family Center | (714) 593-9630 | The Alzheimer’s Family Center is a local nonprofit organization that offers various services to seniors with dementia. It operates an adult day facility that provides specialized dementia care, and it hosts group therapy sessions for those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s. |
OC Office on Aging | (714) 480-6450 | Through the OC Office on Aging, seniors and families can connect with legal and financial experts who help them navigate issues related to dementia. The office also has health insurance counselors who provide free Medicare assistance to beneficiaries. |
Orange County Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
Lynette
5.0
Review of Bayshire Yorba Linda
My aunt and uncle moved to Bayshire Yorba Linda. They can accommodate a lot of things. The grounds are kept clean and the atmosphere is very inviting. It was very spacious. It didn't seem like...
Memory Care
Susan H
1.0
Review of Silverado San Juan Capistrano
This is a ideal lovely location but the management team is a different story. The team is well-trained for sales and marketing but once move in, one gets to see the very dark side of the profit...
Memory Care
Susan H.
1.0
Review of Silverado San Juan Capistrano
Worst place imaginable for dementia patients: - Poor hygiene small shared sink with toothbrushes, shavers and soaps all mixed together without private holder. - They don't monitor residents taking...