Colonial Home Care Services
1224 E. Katella Ave, Suite 101, Orange, CA, 92867
"When a loved one needs help at home, an often difficult and stressful situation can present itself to families. Whether help is needed becau..."
READ MOREMission Viejo, CA, makes the cut as one of the best places to retire, according to Caring’s 2024 Senior Living Report, with appealing characteristics including a compact, master-planned city design, high-quality hospitals and designated as one of the safest cities in the state. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors in Mission Viejo typically pay $5,911 per month for home care, which provides personal care support for seniors who want to remain at home but doesn’t include medical care. Seniors have access to many specialties at Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo to supplement home care services if they face medical situations.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Mission Viejo area – complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
1224 E. Katella Ave, Suite 101, Orange, CA, 92867
"When a loved one needs help at home, an often difficult and stressful situation can present itself to families. Whether help is needed becau..."
READ MORE1442 Irvine Blvd , Suite 104, Tustin, CA, 92780
"There are so many things that make a house a home, but it's the familiar surroundings and comfort that makes a home special. This is why whe..."
READ MORE1070 Marina Village Pkwy. Ste 102B, Alameda, CA, 94501
"Comfort Keepers® caregivers travel to clients' homes to provide care services and living assistance. Our work allows seniors and disabled in..."
READ MORE2030 E 4th St, Suite 156G, Santa Ana, CA, 92705
"Senior Helpers was established in 2001. We are one of the largest franchised non-medical home care providers in the nation. We are all indi..."
READ MORE24591 Del Prado , Suite 201, Dana Point, CA, 92629
"Serving Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, San Clemente, CA and other Beach Cities Communities Visiting Angels Senior Care in Dana Point, CA can ..."
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8175 E. Kaiser Blvd. Suite 217, Anaheim Hills, CA, 92808
"Providing premier in home care services with our professionally trained caregivers backed by over 30 years of in-field experience, Homewatch..."
READ MORE1181 Puerta Del Sol , San Clemente, CA, 92673
"SYNERGY HomeCare Coastal Cities is here to provide high quality in-home care to you and your family in the South Orange County area. This is..."
READ MORE22431 Antonio Parkway, Suite B160-406, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
"The Griswold Difference Compassion Is Our Passion. Caring Is Our Profession. Griswold Home Care is unlike any other home care company i..."
READ MORE19762 MacArthur Boulevard. Suite 120, Irvine, CA, 92612
"LivHOME is a compassionate home care solution that brings comfort and safety into your loved one’s home. We offer the highest quality care..."
READ MORE6 Upper Newport Plz, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
"We are a licensed home care organization looking to establish ourselves in the Orange County area by providing the utmost quality of care an..."
READ MORE24811 Weyburn Dr,, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
17644 palo Verde Avenue, Cerritos, CA, 90703
"Morning Angel Home Care LLc ,is committed to providing high quality and affordable Home Care services to its clients to assist them to lead ..."
READ MORE16130 Malaga Ave, Fontana, CA, 92336
"Welcome to Warm & Reliable Care, LLC The company where you can trust and rely the care for your loved one. The company that can give you..."
READ MORE23 Corporate Plaza Drive Suite 150 , Newport Beach, CA, 92660
26050 Acero Suite 401, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
4695 McArthur Court Suikte 1100, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
27285 Las Ramblas Suite 100 , Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
Home care in Mission Viejo has a median cost of $5,911 per month. That’s almost $1,000 more than the national average but a little less than the California median cost of $6,101. Compared to nearby cities, Mission Viejo falls near the middle. It’s more expensive than Bakersfield by $405, and Oxnard, which averages $96 less. Mission Viejo is more affordable than Riverside with its median cost of $6,101 per month and San Luis Obispo, where it typically costs $7,150.
Mission Viejo
$5,911
California
$6,101
United States
$4,957
Bakersfield
$5,506
Oxnard
$5,815
Riverside
$6,101
San Luis Obispo
$7,150
Home care with its median cost of $5,911 is just one care option for Mission Viejo seniors. Home health care includes skilled nursing services and usually costs about the same as home care. Seniors who choose adult day health care can save significantly, with median costs of $1,652 per month. Assisted living is another option that’s more affordable, often costing $661 less than home care. Nursing home care is the most expensive option. Seniors can expect to pay about $3,214 more than home care rates for semiprivate accommodations in a nursing home.
Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living
$5,250
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Data for Mission Viejo was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
While home care can be costly, seniors in Mission Viejo have access to several agencies that offer free or low-cost programs that can make it more affordable. Many of these organizations connect seniors with different benefits or financial aid options. They might also provide services such as discounted transportation and meals. The following resources are options for seniors looking into home care.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Orange County Office on Aging | (800) 510-2020 | Focusing on low-income ethnic minorities, the Orange County Office on Aging serves residents 60 and older. It offers advocacy and administers several programs, including congregate meals, elder abuse prevention, legal advocacy and long-term care ombudsman services. |
Senior Dial-A-Taxi Program | (949) 470-3062 | Mission Viejo residents 60 and over can use the Senior Dial-A-Taxi Program for discounted taxi rides within a limited area. Rides to city buildings are free. This senior transportation service is available 24/7 and is designed for self-sufficient seniors or those with personal care attendants for basic transportation. |
Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center | (949) 470-3062 | At the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, Mission Viejo seniors can participate in free and fee-based classes and activities. Classes for seniors cover a variety of topics, including exercise, art and technology. |
Age Well | (949) 855-8033 | Age Well supports Orange County seniors through several programs, including Meals on Wheels, senior center lunches and Senior Cuisine Delivered. The agency also offers care management, non-emergency medical transportation and health and wellness resources. |
Council on Aging - Southern California | (714) 479-0107 | The Council on Aging - Southern California offers free services to seniors to support independence and health. Some of the programs include concierge care navigators to help make health care decisions, friendly visitor program for companionship, educational seminars and a long-term care ombudsman to handle complaints about long-term care facilities. |
Community Legal Aid SoCal | (714) 571-5200 | Community Legal Aid SoCal has a special Seniors Unit serving seniors in Orange County who are 60 or older. Qualifying seniors receive free legal services related to several areas, including elder abuse, small claims, bankruptcy, wills, powers of attorney and government benefits. |
Veterans and Military Family Resource Center and City Direct Services | (949) 470-8412 | The city offers several resources for veterans, including the Resource Center, which connects veterans with Veterans Administration, California Department of Veterans Services and several other agencies serving veterans. Direct city services include benefits services, mental health resources and pro bono legal services. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.Contains flex elementsImage width (percent):85
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.Contains flex elementsImage width (percent):85