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10 Best Nursing Homes in Orange County, CA

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Orange County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 544 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Orange County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Orange County is about $5,833, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

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Photo of Palmcrest Grand Retirement
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They were helpful, kind and they listened when we had concerns. I would recommend Palmcrest and as a matter of fact a Place for mom.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Palmcrest Grand is a private retirement and Assisted Living Residence, as well as a separate newly renovated Memory Care Community. It is spacious, modern, licensed and offers a complete range of facilities that provide for the necessities and pleasure which make life comfortable and exciting....
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Desert Hill gets a 10+ in all the above. The staff treats our daughter well. You can tell that the staff love their residents. They also, open their arms to the residents family members. The residents are...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Desert Hills Alzheimer's Special Care Center is a free-standing, specialized community that is dedicated to providing a program of care and activity for persons with cognitive limitations related to Alzheimer's disease or other related dementia. We offer long-term care, short term respite stays...
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The tour was informative and the admin was great answering questions and concerns. Over the past few months the staff has been very attentive and has kept in touch if there are any concerns regarding my...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Endless PossibilitiesWhen you decide to make your home at our assisted living community in Murrieta, California, you are embarking on a new adventure full of endless possibilities. You can enjoy a beautiful private apartment, spacious common rooms and a community calendar that is practically...
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[name removed] led me there I toured a few and found that was the best for his price range and the activities were awesome not like any other facilities I saw. I would recommend and the staff each one of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our senior living community in Alta Loma, California, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you...
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Memory care apartments are very nice sized, have large closet, private full bathroom and mini fridge. The staff is absolutely wonderful, kind and friendly. I have spoken to a few assisted living residents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sun City Gardens is a peaceful and quaint community in a beautiful neighborhood of Menifee, California. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care options, Sun City's manicured grounds, sunny atmosphere, and inviting community are the perfect place to call home. Relax, unwind,...
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Food and cleanliness has been an issue. We are pleased we were able to secure a larger apartment for her. The staff is very attentive and having doctors and nurse that come on site has been a big relief for...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Vineyard Place awarded a "Great Place to Live" certification is a vibrant memory care community in the lovely Temecula Valley city of Murrieta. Approximately one mile from historical downtown Murrieta, Vineyard Place has been meticulously designed, with plenty of open spaces and sunlight, to...
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I give The Terraces a 5 on all categories. They were great and so kind and patient with my Mom even though she was so difficult and psychotic with her dementia. We would absolutely recommend this community...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Terraces at Via Verde in San Dimas provides compassionate care and dedicated support for those navigating the intricate paths of Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer’s, and other related dementias. We're located near Via Verde Plaza, which houses Vons, Century 21 Citrus Realty and more...
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The front staff are always great, sometimes it's hard to get ahold of someone to help with my questions about her care/cleaning. Communication seems to break down. Her room size is fine. She says she enjoys...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Peninsula Pointe by Cogir is a new boutique senior living community in the Rolling Hills Estates. At Peninsula Pointe, we empower residents to live life to the fullest in the heart of the peninsula. The 87 apartment Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers an elevated retirement...
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What I like the most about the community is the blackjack, food and a different movie in the theater every night. They have Blackjack is 3 times a week and only $1.00 to play.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
WellQuest of Menifee Lakes, Menifee’s premier luxury senior living destination opened in July of 2021. WellQuest offers refined Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in a spectacular resort-inspired environment. WellQuest of Menifee Lakes features upgraded apartment homes with...
Photo of Brookdale North Euclid
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I give them full marks for every category. Zero negatives from my perspective. Top names to mention as being awesome include: [names removed]
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Spend time on the things you really want to do and let us help with the rest.With our assisted living community in Ontario, California, you have choices for how to spend your time. Maybe you’ve always wanted to try Zumba or learn more about tech gadgets. Now you can. Make each day your own from...
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Photo of Hollenbeck Palms, a CCRC
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I've enjoyed living at Hollenbeck Palms for 17 years now. I like the fact that it's a one-off, not part of a chain. It's not-for-profit. I can go to the President/CEO's office and have a chat. It's like a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A Retirement Oasis Since 1890Hollenbeck Palms, set in a garden campus of eight and a half acres, is the premier retirement destination for seniors living in the Greater Los Angeles area. For over a hundred and thirty years, Hollenbeck has catered to the residential living, assisted living,...
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Overall, the administrative staff and nursing care team stand out positively and have been responsive and caring. I do not have any specific feedback regarding the therapy staff at this time. I would like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Convenient access to the greater Los Angeles area without the hustle and bustle of city living is what you will discover when joining the Ararat Gardens community. You can spend the day visiting the Los Angeles Zoo or the Descanso Gardens and then enjoy a quiet evening relaxing on your balcony....
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My grandma is currently residing at Yorkshire Village and she/we love it! [name removed] and staff are best in the business! Staff is Very attentive and caring, and the food is good too! We have tried other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Yorkshire HouseAt Yorkshire, we will help you find the best living plan designed for you or your loved one. Whether they need Memory care, Assisted Living, Board and Care, Hospice Care and even Respite Care, we’re committed to providing the highest quality of life.Our MissionAt...
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Five on all counts. The Ivy was excellent. In every way, they were helpful. They were more affordable than other places, clean, attentive, caring really excellent in every way. We would recommend Ivy Park...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ivy Park at Culver City is a senior living community that is easily accessible from Venice Boulevard, the 10 freeway, and Interstate 405. It offers a boutique-style oasis and unique architectural charm in a quiet neighborhood adjacent to Mar Vista. The property is close to several independent...
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She wasn't there long enough to really determine all aspects of care. But the staff was attentive and sweet and patient. There were times when I thought she could've been changed more often but once I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
For a unique senior retirement living experience, choose Pasadena Highlands. We are one of the best retirement communities in California, due in part to our holistic approach to wellness and our breadth of activities and programs. Choose from assisted or independent retirement living, with easy...
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What we like the most about Sunrise of Canyon Crest is the staff continuity, care and their friendliness. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
About Sunrise at Canyon Crest Community & Location Highlights: Convenient location in central Riverside, CA Near Kaiser Permanente Health Care and Riverside Medical Center Beautiful views from resident apartments and common areas Near many cultural and historic activities for residents to...
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All of the staff are kind and helpful. The food is excellent. It is very clean. Administration is first rate. They are expensive.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Make a lifelong commitment to living well with Clearwater at South Bay, an assisted living & memory care community in Torrance offering well-appointed apartment homes with both private and shared living options. Our community encourages residents to live a purposeful life by offering...
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The overall experience has been wonderful. [name removed] is super kind and incredibly helpful. The whole staff has worked together to really help [name removed] acclimate. The room is clean and the whole...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Embrace Your Golden YearsSeniors of Whittier, California who are looking for an assisted living community with safe, comprehensive care and a wonderfully diverse calendar full of enriching activities and programs need look no further. Here you can immerse yourself in beautifully-decorated...
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Beautiful large 1 bedroom with kitchen, giant bath and living room/ dining Multiple activities through the day. Staff is amazing
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When the tasks of homeownership and activities of daily living become a burden to one’s quality of life, the benefits of relief, personalized care, and purposeful living can be found at Clearwater at Glendora. Conveniently situated off the 210 in Glendora, our assisted living and memory care...
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Facility is clean and well-kept. The response time from the staff is inconsistent though positive more often than not. The food is okay and the rooms are of a generous size.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ivy Park at Palos Verdes is a vibrant senior living community nestled at the corner of the Rolling Hills Estates. Paralleled to Route 1, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Torrance Memorial Hospital, the LAX, and a variety of exquisite dining options. Whether you’re taking a walk on Redondo Beach,...
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The head nurse is amazing and always takes good care of them. The dining area is great because they know my mom has gluten intolerance so they’re very good at making sure she avoids it. The caregivers and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Looking for the finest senior living Pasadena offers? Please consider MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena, a luxury 55+ community that has it all. With bright, spacious suites designed to meet the needs of residents, we offer 116 independent living & assisted living suites, and recently added...
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They are wonderful and caring with my mom. She is having so much fun with all the activities they offer and they make an effort to get all residents involved and socializing.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At the Aqua Ridge of Montclair, we know and care about our residents as unique individuals. We honor their past, present, and future. We know growing older is the part of life that is to be savored and celebrated. At Aqua Ridge of Montclair, we strive to create positive LIFE experiences every...
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The staff have been very helpful and provided assistance when it was requested. The facility is clean. The room are homely and nice that the residents can decorate with things that are important to them. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Leisure Vale Assisted Living — Compassionate Care in the Heart of GlendaleLeisure Vale Assisted Living has proudly served the Glendale community since 1990. We are an approved Residential Care Facility participating in California’s Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) Program, now supported through the...
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Our first impression of Alta Vista Senior Living was mixed but the more I saw and met the staff I became more comfortable with the overall facility. Of course the price was a big factor.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Alta Vista Senior Living in Vista, California offers a thoughtfully designed community where every day is balanced between activity, relaxation, and comfort. From the moment you visit, you will notice the calm and purposeful planning that guides life here, ensuring residents enjoy both structure...
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I really enjoy living here. There are only about 50 residents and that makes it quite diverse. The staff are really caring and dedicated but turnover is an on going reality. Turnover with residents is also...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
People Belong TogetherIt’s what we all feel instinctively – and science backs it up. A growing body of research shows that those who live in a caring, connected environment enjoy greater health and well-being than those who are isolated or neglected. At Buena Vista, we are dedicated to creating...
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Cost of nursing homes in Orange County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Orange County is $5,833 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coronita, CA with an average of $5,874 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Orange County, CA
$5,833/mo

Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, vs. state and national averages

Orange County, CA
$5,833/mo
U.S. national average
$5,853/mo

Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, vs. other senior living options

$7,684/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,833/mo

Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,811/mo
Private
$6,320/mo

Senior living costs in Orange County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Orange County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOrange County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,833/mo$6,177/mo$5,853/mo
Assisted Living$5,891/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,684/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$4,983/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Nursing Homes
Orange County, CA:$5,833/mo
California:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$5,853/mo
Assisted Living
Orange County, CA:$5,891/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Orange County, CA:$7,684/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Orange County, CA:$4,983/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Orange County, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Orange County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Orange County, CACA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Orange County, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Orange County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Orange County, CA$6,443/mo$6,104/mo+5.6%
California$6,446/mo$6,171/mo+4.5%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Orange County, CA
2024 average cost:$6,443/mo
2023 average cost:$6,104/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
California
2024 average cost:$6,446/mo
2023 average cost:$6,171/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Orange County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Orange County

Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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Evergreen Retirement Residence in Burbank, CA

4.5
My father was a resident at Evergreen for just shy of two years. Unfortunately when he was diagnosed with dementia, we needed to move him to a residence with a higher level of care. He had one of the few one bedroom apartments available. The staff and caregivers were very attentive to his needs. ...
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Bayshire Carlsbad

5.0
they are very interactive with the residence, responsive, and also very friendly and kind The rooms sizes feel a little small, My dad is happy with the food and it looks good. I would recommend this facility to others.

Orange County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orange County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orange County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Orange County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Orange County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.9%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.5%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.2%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.4%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.7%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.4%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Orange County nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Orange County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.1%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.6%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.3%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orange County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Orange County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Orange County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Orange County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Orange County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
46.3%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orange County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Orange County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Orange County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.8%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.2%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.9%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
52.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
35.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52%
0.4%
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Related senior services in Orange County, California

In Orange County, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Orange County, California is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Orange County include bus and rail transportation through the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). Seniors may receive fare discounts. Orange County has fair biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable in certain areas.

Orange County offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Hoag Hospital Irvine and UCI Medical Center.

Orange County houses a number of large cities and many renowned attractions from Disney California Adventure Park to Newport Beach. In this adventurous landscape, seniors have a wide range of activities to choose from. Whether strolling the manicured gardens at San Juan Capistrano or antiquing in historic Old Towne Orange, you’ll find countless opportunities for relaxation and exploration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Golden Creek, Oakmont of Orange and Westminster Terrace Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Orange County, California. See full list of communities.
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