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..."
READ MOREAssisted living in Mission Viejo helps seniors who need assistance with daily activities but still have some level of independence, and costs an average of $5,250 a month. This covers the cost of room and meals, plus caregiver assistance. Costs are exactly in line with the $5,250 California state average, though they’re $750 a month higher than the national average of $4,500 seniors pay.
This guide helps seniors adjust to the cost of assisted living in Mission Viejo, and it lists helpful resources for healthy and comfortable aging in place.
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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 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 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 MORE22645 Via Tercero, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Home. The staff was great. They were friendly and caring towards the residents. The food always smelled good, and the house was always clean! Overall we were very satisfied with the quality of care our relative received. Activities were based on ..."
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 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 MORE25532 Althea Avenue, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother-in-law is already in a board and care facility -- Tender Leisure Care. They have been wonderful to her. They treat her like family and everything. She has dementia, she is in a wheelchair all the time, and she has gone blind. She is just at..."
READ MORE24301 Lysanda Drive, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father was 93 when he needed full time care. I looked at many places in Mission Viejo before deciding on Rainbow Cottage. Mel and May were the main care givers for the residents and they always were very caring and knew how Dad was doing. They ..."
READ MORE24672 Argus Drive, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Glorious Homes is a small, six-bed, assisted living facility. My mother in-law is with five other women her age, and they have a small, caring staff of four women. It’s bright, clean, quiet, and more suitable for her. She’s well taken care of, and me..."
READ MORE25475 Adriana Street, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
2.0
(1 reviews)
"When I toured the Seaside Terrace III, they were your normal people that were pretty much on hospice, and that wouldn't have been good for my wife. She was pretty active and wanted to talk to people. So that just wasn't the right fit. This was one of..."
READ MORE26291 Avenida Calidad, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
1.0
(1 reviews)
"I'm not happy with Seasons where my mother is staying. There are five to six bedrooms at the place, the helpers barely speak English, and every time I call the house, it goes to the answering machine. I have to check with the Sheriff to know how my m..."
READ MORE26851 La Sierra Drive, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
"At Arbor View we believe in promoting wellness through active living, social interaction and support. We understand the needs of seniors and..."
READ MORE25451 Adriana Street, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
"Al and Usha Villareal operate Golden Coast Senior Living. Golden Coast residents receive and benefit greatly from Usha Villarreal’s RN Nursi..."
READ MORESenior residential facilities in California are monitored by the California Senior Care Licensing Program. This program takes reports from the public about seniors’ health and safety, wellness and conditions at licensed facilities, then makes its findings available in a public database of all assisted living and other residential facilities statewide.
Seniors in Mission Viejo can expect assisted living to average $5,250 a month. This may be higher or lower than the final cost, depending on the facility’s location and the amenities offered.
Mission Viejo’s average cost of $5,250 a month is the same as what seniors elsewhere in California can expect to pay, though the state and city average is $750 more each month than the $4,500 national median. Other cities in California are close to Mission Viejo in price, such as Sacramento ($5,225) and San Diego ($5,475). San Francisco is an outlier for cost. The $6,319 average for assisted living there is $1,069 a month more than Mission Viejo’s figures.
Mission Viejo
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Sacramento
$5,225
Vallejo
$4,950
San Diego
$5,475
San Francisco
$6,319
Assisted living may not always be the best option for a senior. Adult day health care, for example, averages far less, at $1,652 a month in Mission Viejo. In-home care and home health care both average a bit more at $5,911 per month, while semiprivate rooms in nursing homes average $9,125 per month in the city and surrounding areas.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,650
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Data for Mission Viejo 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.
Seniors in Mission Viejo may need help living on their own or when transitioning into an assisted living community. Several free and low-cost resources are available from local agencies and nonprofits to help them, including information and referral service, nutrition support and legal aid. Seniors in Orange County can directly contact these agencies for the help they offer.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Orange County Office On Aging | (714) 480-6450 | The Orange County Office on Aging is dedicated to helping seniors with information and direct support. In addition to regular home-delivered meal service, the agency trains caregivers, organizes senior education classes and helps seniors with disaster planning, insurance information, appeals and case manager support for locating benefits. |
HICAP Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program | (714) 560-0424 | Orange County HICAP counsels seniors about their insurance options and helps to educate the public about the benefits older adults may be eligible to receive. Seniors in Mission Viejo can call for free, unbiased information and referrals for getting signed up with Medicare, Medicaid and several private supplemental programs. |
Orange County Adult Protective Services | (714) 704-8000 | Adult Protective Services responds quickly to complaints from anyone concerned for seniors' health or safety. Agents can inspect living conditions for signs of abuse or neglect, assist with safer placement options and report on issues relating to seniors' health and safety at specific facilities. |
Orange County Senior Citizen Legal Advocacy Program | (714) 480-6450 | The Orange County Senior Citizen Legal Advocacy Program helps seniors in Mission Viejo with numerous common legal issues for older adults. Consultations and filing assistance are available government benefits, health programs including Medicare and the VA, housing matters, asset protection and elder abuse issues. |
Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center | (949) 470-3062 | The Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center brings seniors and the community together for social events, sporting events and volunteer opportunities. Center members, who must be aged 55 or over, can meet for meals at a nominal price, or get home-delivered meals with check-in service from a team of volunteers. The center also hosts senior-focused educational events, such as regular Social Security seminars. |
Mission Viejo 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
Luanne
5
Review of Active Senior Home Care
My mother was fortunate enough to have found such a caring and professional staff. She has only been at Active Senior Home Care for 3 months and already feels at home. 24 hour care with meeting...
Assisted Living
Kimberly
5
Review of Sunrise of Mission Viejo
The staff is committed and friendly. There are many activities to stay busy and socialize. The food is good with lots of menu choices to select from.
Assisted Living
Megan
5
Review of Casa Doctora III
My grandmother has moved into Casa Doctora III. It's not specifically a memory care, but they deal with dementia. It's a room and board. The staff have been very helpful and attentive, and we've...
Provider response
Thank you for your review of Casa Doctora III it has been a pleasure knowing your Grandmother and you. The very best Paul & Estela Kramer