Mission Viejo Care Cottages I
24142 Delphi Street, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
"Mission Viejo Care Cottages is located in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. We are close to shops and restaurants, as well as parks and sch..."
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Laguna Niguel is a suburban city in the southeast corner of Orange County, only minutes from the Pacific coast. In this relatively laid-back city, 19.5% of the 64,000 residents are aged 65+, which is above the U.S. average. For its size, the city is awash with art galleries, museums, movie theaters and music venues and also hosts several art and culture festivals annually.
Numerous assisted living communities in Laguna Niguel offer personal care services to seniors unable to perform daily living tasks without support. Staff is on hand round-the-clock to help with tasks, such as toileting, and to ensure the right dosage of medications are administered on time. They also prepare meals and ensure personal living spaces are clean and tidy. The median monthly fee for assisted living in Laguna Niguel is $5,250, which is above the national average but equal to California's norm.
This guide considers the benefits and drawbacks of living in Laguna Niguel and the costs of assisted living in relation to other forms of care. It looks at ways to pay for care and lists some free and low-cost resources for seniors and their families.
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24142 Delphi Street, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
"Mission Viejo Care Cottages is located in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. We are close to shops and restaurants, as well as parks and sch..."
READ MORE25531 Althea Ave, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
"Mission Viejo Care Cottages is located in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. We are close to shops and restaurants, as well as parks and sch..."
READ MORE23036 Sonoita, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
"Lake View Home offers a home-like setting for when your loved ones are no longer able to care for themselves. We take great pride in the car..."
READ MORE27202 Paseo Peregrino, San Juan Capistrano, CA, 92675
"Located in San Juan Capistrano, and with two homes to choose from right in the area, this is a 5500 Sq Ft mansion that provides spectacular ..."
READ MORE25032 Woolwich St., Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
"At New Home Senior Care, we are dedicated to providing you compassionate assisted living and make you always feel like home. With 4 Care H..."
READ MORE24361 Augustin St., Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
"We are big-hearted and compassionate in our care. That is our primary focus in everything we do. Augustin Gardens is a 6-bed residential ho..."
READ MORE26582 Morena Drive, Mission Viejo, CA, 92692
"Owned and operated by a Registered Nurse, residents of our assisted living facilities have a comfortable living space and are able to mainta..."
READ MORE24422 Zandra Drive, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
"Providing You with Health Care at Home - Dignified, Quality Care for Seniors At Queen's Home, we provide a unique approach to serving se..."
READ MORE26545 Avenida Deseo, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
"Providing You with Health Care at Home - Dignified, Quality Care for Seniors At Queen's Home we provide a unique approach to serving seni..."
READ MORE28570 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA, 92692
"MorningStar of Mission Viejo provides safe and comfortable options for senior living that Mission Viejo families can count on. Resort-style ..."
READ MORE23442 El Toro Road, Lake Forest, CA, 92630
4.4
(29 reviews)
"Freedom Village is a well-established, stable community, with a remarkable staff - some of whom have been with the organization since it's founding 32 or so years ago. During the Covid 19 pandemic, the staff has performed heroically to keep resident..."
READ MORE3 Pursuit, Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
4.8
(16 reviews)
"The rooms at The Covington were nice, but very expensive. The staff was excellent. I saw that they have three courtyards, an exercise room, and a bar. I also some residents swimming. The staff was excellent. Their restaurant was the best so far...."
READ MORE26922 Camino De Estrella, Dana Point, CA, 92624
4.9
(9 reviews)
"I liked a lot at Aegis. It was very clean and very spacious, and the dining room was great. I ate there, and the food was excellent. The staff members were lovely, really nice, and really good. It was a little pricey but beautiful. This one was proba..."
READ MORE25342 Adriana Street,, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The home is very clean, spacious, nicely decorated, and comfortable. The staff is very conscientious and caring. Richard (the owner) is very professional, excellent medical knowledge, and is very timely in answering questions and requests. His wif..."
READ MORE25422 Marina Circle, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Lotus Senior Care was very professional and very compassionate. It was a small setting, but it was clean and well decorated, and there was good communication with the family. My father-in-law had his own private room. They had nice food and the careg..."
READ MORE24666 San Andres Lane, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Before moving into San Andres Home Care, my mom tried 2 other homes, and feels this home is the best. She receives gentle and loving care from the owners/staff and is made to feel part of the family. Quiet surroundings, great location. Both my broth..."
READ MORE25121 Bautista, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father, who has Parkinson's and advanced Alzheimer's, is receiving excellent care at this facility. The staff is very kind and knowledgeable, and ensures my father receives adequate nutritiion/hydration despite his swallowing difficulties. When I ..."
READ MORE24 Via Andaremos, San Clemente, CA, 92673
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We went to a private residence, the Talega Terrace, and that was great. We enjoyed it; it was perfect. My parents were cared for very well; everything worked out fine. They provide meals, bathe the residents, and provide a hospice facility. They have..."
READ MORE27052 Lost Colt Drive, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We ended up putting mom at Cornerstone Homes. I love this board and care; they are amazing. The staff is fantastic. They don't offer activities everyday other than going for a walk because there are only 6 people, and they are mostly old. Once a week..."
READ MORE25612 Adriana Street , Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is going to be moving in. The administrator was very helpful and very informative. We got to see the facility, see the room that Mom's going to be in, and meet some of the caregivers. It was very positive. Mom hasn't actually lived there, b..."
READ MORECalifornia's assisted living communities must be licensed by the Department of Social Services. To gain a license, the building must meet construction codes, the staff must be qualified to perform their roles and the facility must comply with fire safety and health and safety regulations. The department conducts surprise inspections and investigates complaints to ensure facilities are still license-worthy.
The median cost for assisted living in Laguna Niguel is $5,250 per month, although many factors, such as location, can result in higher or lower fees.
Although Laguna Niguel's median cost is $750 per month more than the national average, it is normal for California. For example, seniors in Oxnard pay an additional $500 per month for similar services, while their peers in San Diego pay $225 more. Inland cities are typically more affordable than Laguna Niguel. In Riverside, seniors save $1,250 per month, and in Bakersfield, the saving is $1,500.
Laguna Niguel
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
San Diego
$5,475
Riverside
$4,000
Oxnard
$5,750
Bakersfield
$3,750
Except for adult day care, which has a median fee of $1,652, assisted living is the most affordable type of care in Laguna Niguel, at $5,250. In-home care and home health care agencies both average a monthly fee of $5,911, but this is for 44 hours of care, not including meals and accommodation. Nursing home facilities provide the same care found in assisted living, with the inclusion of medical services, for $9,125, making them the city's costliest option.
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 Laguna Niguel was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
Medi-Cal will pay for assisted living facilities in Laguna Niguel when medically necessary, as it does for seniors across the state of California. Senior financial assistance is also available across the Orange County area, which is the Southern California county in which Laguna Niguel resides. This can range from utility bill assistance to food stamps to bus fare.
Low-income individuals who prefer to live in an ALF rather than a nursing home may also receive help through the Assisted Living Waiver Program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
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.
Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Laguna Niguel 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.
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