Clearwater Newport Beach
101 Bayview Pl, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
" Discover Clearwater Newport Beach, a new senior living community where care and compassion come wrapped in luxury surroundings. This vibra..."
READ MOREFountain Valley is a welcoming suburban community in Orange County with over 57,000 residents, 20% of whom are retirement-aged. The city offers a range of amenities for its older residents, including a senior center and a dedicated public transportation service, making it an attractive option for those seeking long-term care. While its cost of living is comparatively high, crime is unusual, and health care is easily accessible.
Assisted living is a relatively affordable long-term care option in Fountain Valley, with seniors paying $5,250 per month for care. While this exceeds the national norm of $4,500 by several hundred dollars, it’s on par with what’s normal for the state. This long-term care option includes nonmedical personal care services, housing, daily meals and social and recreational activities, along with time-saving services such as transportation and housekeeping. Some facilities have upscale amenities, such as state-of-the-art fitness centers, multiple dining venues and spas, and many allow residents to keep pets.
This guide provides a more in-depth look at assisted living in Fountain Valley and highlights options seniors may have for paying for care. It also outlines rules facilities follow to ensure a consistently high standard of care for residents.
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101 Bayview Pl, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
" Discover Clearwater Newport Beach, a new senior living community where care and compassion come wrapped in luxury surroundings. This vibra..."
READ MORE555 E Memory Ln, Santa Ana, CA, 92706
4.5
(31 reviews)
"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 care facility there, so that's nice. The staff membe..."
READ MORE3411 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA, 92804
4.3
(32 reviews)
"I was impressed with my tour of Arbor Palms of Anaheim. We had a tour by a young lady named Stephanie, and we really liked that place. Right from the start, it had a very nice aesthetic. I noticed that the rooms and hallways were very large, so you c..."
READ MORE1640 Monrovia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
4.8
(22 reviews)
"I went to look at Vivante on the Coast. They have a swimming pool. It's a two building, where if you don't want the food where you are, you can go to the other building. It's a big community, so they have a variety of activities and entertainment for..."
READ MORE19191 Harvard Avenue, Irvine, CA, 92612
4.2
(27 reviews)
"My wife and I moved to Regents Point a little over four years ago. We knew that we were going to a very nice facility located near the UCI campus where we could easily walk to the shops that support the campus. What we didn't know was that we had a l..."
READ MORE17200 Goldenwest Street, Huntington Beach, CA, 92647
4.5
(15 reviews)
"My aunt is under assisted living at Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach because she is kind of dingy and needs help with her medication. Their price seems to be comparable with all the other ones I’ve looked at. I like the place. It is very new and v..."
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9011 Knott Avenue, Buena Park, CA, 90620
4.5
(11 reviews)
"Harvest Retirement was a very nice, clean community with nice rooms. It smelled very good. The staff was excellent. I looked around, but I didn't see anyone engaged in any activities. They showed me a room where people can sit and watch television an..."
READ MORE3952 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA, 90720
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The location of Katella Senior Living Community is very, very conducive for our family to visit. It's close to my three children, my house, and some of my husband's doctors. The staff seemed extremely friendly, supportive, and helpful. The apartment ..."
READ MORE5265 Canterbury Dr, Cypress, CA, 90630
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We've placed our Uncle there, and he really love the place, he's happy with it. Its a very small place around 8 people, they took very good care of him and he gets a lot of personal attention and that's what all we want. He likes it and it all work..."
READ MORE9511 Landfall Drive, Huntington Beach, CA, 92646
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I chose Oceanside Senior Home for my mom because it was more like a home than a facility. Their activities included bingo, cards, walking, etc. My mom really liked it there. Everything was great, we did not have any complaints. I would strongly recom..."
READ MORE11132 Fraley Street,, Garden Grove, CA, 92841
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I've been staying at Royal Home Care II for two months now. It's a very nice and small facility. There are only six residents who live here. The staff is good. We have three meals a day and you can have food in between if you want. There is no partic..."
READ MORE13092 Newland Street, Garden Grove, CA, 92844
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is at Good Hands Senior Care, and so far, the community is excellent. The place is very clean, and the staff is very good. I really like it, and my mother loves it. ..."
READ MORE466 E 16th Street, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is in Newport Heights Manor. Our experience is very good, and we are very happy. It is a nice place. It is not a hospital, but more than assisted living. What I like best is the level of care that they give. ..."
READ MORE2602 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..."
READ MORE7092 Bluesails Drive, Huntington Beach, CA, 92647
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The staff at Lotus Senior Care 1 was wonderful. The place was clean. They took care of my father-in-law's medications and any phone calls. So, the communication was good. I went over there today, even though it's been two months, to chat with the own..."
READ MORE436 N. Colorado St., Anaheim, CA, 92801
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father has moved into Colorado Residential Care Inc. The facility is very clean and very organized. It's safe for the residents there. The staff members are especially amazing and so caring. They listen. I just have really good communication with ..."
READ MORE442 N. Syracuse St., Anaheim, CA, 92801
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We're very pleased with Queen Mary Home. It is easy to maneuver if you're in a wheelchair or walker. The rooms were nice, comfortable. There are only six residents that live there. The staff is attentive to the residents, has good food, and they are ..."
READ MORE8011 Sail Circle, Huntington Beach, CA, 92626
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My wife moved in here. It's good, and she's getting the care she needs. There are just five residents. It's a residential home in Huntington Beach. They have private rooms. The staff members are great. They do bingo and movie nights, but I don't thin..."
READ MORE8556 Barr Lane, Garden Grove, CA, 92841
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad stayed at MJ Home Care, which is a board and care home, for 11 days. I enjoyed it, and I think he enjoyed it. It's really good. I liked it. It had good people, and it was a good arrangement for him. He had his own private room with a bathroom ..."
READ MORE4000 Hilaria Way, Newport Beach, CA, 92663
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I love Vintage Newport, I thought it was very nice. Newport is a great place to live because you are very close to the hospital and it's close to all the nice shopping places, and a lot of other areas that you can visit. They have a wonderful chef an..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities in Fountain Valley are officially licensed as residential care facilities for the elderly, and they’re monitored by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. This department operates a regional office in Orange, about 10 miles from Fountain Valley, which seniors can contact at (714) 703-2840.
Assisted living facilities in Fountain Valley charge monthly rates of approximately $5,250 for care.
In Fountain Valley, assisted living costs $5,250 per month on average, though monthly rates may vary depending on a facility’s size and amenities. This is equal to the state norm but $750 over the national average. Rates in nearby San Diego are a little higher at $5,475, and in Oxnard, residents pay an additional $500 per month beyond Fountain Valley’s norm. Seniors seeking lower rates may consider Riverside or Bakersfield, where facilities charge $4,000 and $3,750, respectively.
Fountain Valley
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Oxnard
$5,750
Bakersfield
$3,750
Riverside
$4,000
San Diego
$5,475
Assisted living is a relatively cost-effective long-term care option in Fountain Valley, with rates coming in at $5,250. This is hundreds less than the cost of in-home care and home health care, which average $5,911 for a similar scope of services in the individual’s home. Nursing home rates start at $9,125, but adult day health care is an affordable alternative to assisted living at $1,652.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Data for Fountain Valley was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
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.
Fountain Valley seniors can get information and assistance from several local resources. Through the resources listed in the following table, older adults get help with navigating their long-term care options and finding social and recreational programming in the Fountain Valley region. The table also includes agencies that provide free financial and legal aid and information.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Founders Village Senior & Community Center | (714) 593-4446 | The local senior center provides recreational opportunities to city residents aged 55 and older. It offers a range of amenities including a library, a ballroom, a fitness room and public computers. |
OC Office on Aging | (800) 510-2020 | The OC Office on Aging has options counselors and benefits advisors who help seniors identify community-based services and financial assistance programs that may meet their needs. The office also provides transportation services and congregate meal programs. |
OC Veterans Service Office | (833) 480-6555 | Older veterans in the Fountain Valley region find in-person and over-the-phone benefits assistance and the OC Veterans Service Office, which is located in Santa Ana. The office can help qualified individuals apply for Aid and Attendance, which can help them afford assisted living costs. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 300-6222 | The long-term care ombudsman helps older adults find the right assisted living option for their needs, navigate the move-in process and identify ways to reduce costs or pay for services. The ombudsman can also represent residents’ interests in instances regarding substandard care or involuntary move-out orders. |
Community Legal Aid SoCal | (714) 571-5200 | Community Legal Aid SoCal provides free legal assistance to those aged 60 and over in the Fountain Valley region. Through this nonprofit agency, individuals can get one-on-one help with applying for federal, state and veterans’ benefits and understanding assisted living contracts and payment obligations. |
Retired Senior Volunteer Program | (714) 953-5757 | RSVP is a free nationwide program that provides volunteer opportunities exclusively to those aged 55 and over. Seniors in the Fountain Valley region may donate their time to local organizations such as donation centers, food banks, charities, veterans’ offices, schools and libraries. In-person and virtual opportunities may be available. |
DME Loan Closet | (818) 279-6580 | The DME Loan Closet provides free medical equipment loans to seniors in the Orange County region, including Fountain Valley residents. Through this community-based program, seniors can donate or borrow equipment such as bathroom safety items, wheelchairs, canes and walkers, which may enhance independence and reduce care-related expenses. |
Fountain Valley Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Shelley
5
Review of Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care
I toured Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care. It was really clean and bright. They had a lot of amenities like the salon, the nail place, and weekly housekeeping services. They had a...
Assisted Living
Daniel
5
Review of Carmel Village Retirement Community
We chose Carmel Village Retirement Community for my mother because it was in her price range. They offered the higher level of care that she needed after she broke her hip. There's a small...
Assisted Living
Mark
4
Review of Carmel Village Retirement Community
Carmel Village Retirement Community was very nice. The presentation was nice and I got everything from the week's menu, they handed it to me, and the other things there were very nice. It was also...