
The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Buena Park, CA for 2023
There are 185 Assisted Living Facilities in the Buena Park area, with 13 in Buena Park and 172 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Buena Park is $2,833 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,870.
To help you with your search, browse the 482 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Buena Park. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Buena Park 4.1 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Stanton with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Buena Park, CA
Integrity Guest Home
Buena Park Guest Home
Harvest Retirement
Coyote Hills Senior Care
Moms and Dads
LG Guest Home II
Brookdale Garden Grove
Brookdale Anaheim
Rowntree Gardens
Arbor Palms of Anaheim
Brookdale Brookhurst
Sunnycrest Senior Living
Ivy Park at Bradford
Emerald Court
Cambridge Court
Oakmont of Orange
Westminster Terrace Senior Living
Brookdale Valley View
Westmont of Cypress
Ivy Park at Cerritos
Ivy Park at Seal Beach
Golden Eden III
Oakmont of Fullerton
Golden Life Manor
Ivy Park at Fullerton
Ivy Park at La Palma
Advanced Care For Elderly
Cielo Vista Senior Living
New Horizon Senior Living
Arc Facility at Richman
Woodruff Care Home
Mary's Assisted Home Living
Rise N' Shine Villa
Loving Arms Residential Care II
Simla Villas Bellflower
Rise N' Shine Villa II
Harbor Heights
Meadowlark Gardens III
Gica's Home
Whittier Cottage
Whittier Cottage
Arc Facility at Camino 2
Lorraine Guest Home
Meadowlark Gardens VIII
Carnelian Villas Home Care
South Home Care
Cassidy's Home Care
Haven for Mom & Dad I
Arvilinh Home Care
Ocean Retreat
Cadence Brea
Glenwood Care
Whittier Place
Whittier Glen Assisted Living
Park Regency Retirement Center
Walnut Villa
Whitten Heights
Katella Senior Living Community
Camelot Residential Home
Fullerton Rosewood Assisted Living
Kamstra Care Home
Royal Home Care II
Spencer Gardens
Sunny Ridge Manor Home
Good Hands Senior Care - Garden Grove
Namuag Guest Home
Jasmines Residential Care For Elderly
Colorado Residential Care Inc.
Queen Mary Guest Home
MJ Home Care
Golden Eden 1 - CLOSED
Grace Blossom Care
Anaheim Crown Plaza
3K Home Care - CLOSED
Southland
Flamingo Care Home
Mt. Carmel Guest Home
Golden Eden II
Mom & Dad's House
Ardent Care
Artesia Christian Home
Norwalk Retirement Villa
Brea Retreat
Family Choice Senior Care
Jamber Residential Facility
Rochelle Manor
Paradise For The Elderly
Golden Tuscany Care
Diamond Manor II
Garden Grove Post Acute
Acacia Villas
Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Commu...
Palm Retirement Center
Gold Crest Retirement Center
Maureen Guest Home #2
Fullerton Residential Manor
Loving Care Facility for the Elderly
Las Palmas Home Care
Family Choice Senior Living
Diamond Manor
Premiere Cottages - Shinkle Cottage
Kozy Quarters 4 Seniors - CLOSED
Extraordinary Assisted Living of Anah...
Extraordinary Assisted Living of Hunt...
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Buena Park
Buena Park, named one of the “Most Fun Small Towns” in America by Rand McNally, is a city in Orange County, California, located 24 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles. Seniors make up 12 percent of the population and are served by 13 assisted living facilities in town. These communities are called Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) and are defined as facilities that provide room and board and care for seniors over 60. RCFEs in Buena Park are regulated by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Buena Park
- The climate in Buena Park is temperate and scores an of 87 out of 100 on Sperling's Comfort Index, which is good for active seniors. Rainfall averages 13 inches annually, a third of the U.S. average of 39 inches.
- Buena Park’s cost of living exceeds the U.S. average by 69.1 percent, which may be difficult for seniors on a budget. This is due mostly to housing although transportation is 33 points above the national median. Grocery costs are comparable to national averages while healthcare falls slightly below.
- Buena Park is a safe option for seniors as violent and property crime is relatively low at 23.8 and 36.5 out of 100 respectively. These scores are below U.S. averages.
- Orange County Transportation (OCTA) provides a bus system with routes running through Buena Park. OCTA’s Senior Mobility Program offers transportation for adults over 60 to activities at the senior center as well as medical appointments.
- Buena Park has plenty of fun things for seniors to do such as the famous Knott’s Berry Farm, Buena Park Historic District Tours and the Ralph B. Clark Regional Park. The Buena Park Senior Club offers seniors weekly meetings along with potluck dinners and monthly excursions. The city is also home to the Buena Park Senior Activity Center, which hosts classes, activities and volunteer opportunities.
- Social Security benefits are exempt from taxation in California, but the state taxes all income from pensions and retirement accounts. This may affect seniors looking to maximize their retirement income.
Paying for Assisted Living in Buena Park
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Buena Park start around $2,833 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Buena Park and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Buena Park
Seniors seeking financial aid for assisted living may apply through the Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver Program. While this program does not pay for room and board, it can help offset the cost of other services related to assisted living.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Buena Park
Buena Park and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Buena Park, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Buena Park
Buena Park-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.


Other Options in Buena Park, CA
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Buena Park
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Review of Harvest Retirement
The tour at Harvest Retirement was good. It was OK. They're saying that they're short-staffed, so that's kind of a red flag for me, like the care for the people there would be less than what's expe... Read more
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Review of Integrity Guest Home
I'm leaning towards Integrity Guest Home. The tour was wonderful. Kathy gave us the tour, she's the owner, and she did great. She showed us a room, and everything was clean. The clients were sittin... Read more
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Review of Buena Park Guest Home
I had a tour didn't like the place. Not too clean. The person in charge lacks English. Communication was difficult. Read more
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