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24422 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..."
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San Juan Capistrano is a vibrant city in the Los Angeles metro with a large senior community that accounts for a fifth of its 35,000 residents, fostering a welcoming environment for retirees. Low crime rates and pleasant weather appeal to active seniors considering this community for residential care, and amenities such as nearby hospitals and assisted living facilities make it a practical long-term option.
Assisted living facilities are ideal for seniors who don’t need regular medical support or monitoring but are unable to live alone safely or comfortably. These facilities feature private and semi private housing, often with apartment-style units, and have amenities such as fitness centers, hair salons and movie theaters. Residents can enjoy three meals daily and participate in engaging social and recreational activities throughout the week. On average, seniors in San Juan Capistrano pay $5,250 per month for this level of care, which is high compared to the national norm of $4,500 but in line with California's average rate.
This guide provides an overview of how assisted living costs in San Juan Capistrano compare to rates in other Southern California cities. It also outlines options for paying for care and resources available to current and prospective residents.
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24422 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 MORE30741 Paseo Del Niguel, Laguna Niguel, CA, 92677
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My father is a resident of Sunset Homes. We love it there for him. He has lived in probably 4 other places, which are larger and more assisted living/memory care places. When my sister and I found Sunset Homes, it was just a really good fit for my fa..."
READ MORE31742 Isle Royal, Laguna Niguel, CA, 92677
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The rooms are clean, the house is bright. The caregivers are very attentive and helpful to the residents...."
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 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 MORE27071 Aliso Creek Road, Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Adelanto Covenant Care is a board and care; not a nursing facility. It's been almost one month with my dad there. The home is basically brand new inside and out. The owner remodeled it, and everything is top of the line and super clean. They have ind..."
READ MORE25312 Ericson Way, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Nana's Garden 2 is a really good place. It's very clean, very neat, and tidy. It's a really nice home, and they have physical therapy that comes in for my friend. They can take up to six people. They have three ladies that are there now. They always ..."
READ MORE25011 Monte Verde Dr, Laguna Niguel, CA, 92677
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Autumn Meadows III was a lovely, fabulous, clean place. I would highly recommend it. The residents looked very happy. The caregivers were wonderful people. I would have taken Mom there in a minute. It had six residents with private rooms with a priva..."
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 MOREThe California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, licenses all assisted living facilities in San Juan Capistrano and the rest of the state. This department requires facilities to undergo a rigorous licensing process and conducts routine inspections to ensure a high standard of care for residents. It also fields and investigates complaints related to care quality.
In San Juan Capistrano, assisted living facilities charge monthly rates of $5,250.
Seniors in San Juan Capistrano pay approximately $5,250 per month for assisted living. While this monthly rate is in line with the state average, it exceeds national norms by about 17%. While care costs in Riverside are competitive compared to rates in San Juan Capistrano at $4,000 per month, other nearby cities typically charge higher fees for care. For example, in San Diego, rates are $225 higher per month than in San Juan Capistrano, and in Oxnard, seniors pay $5,750 for care. In El Centro, monthly rates are even higher at $6,150.
San Juan Capistrano
$5,250
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
San Diego
$5,475
El Centro
$6,150
Riverside
$4,000
Oxnard
$5,750
Monthly senior care costs in San Juan Capistrano vary considerably depending on the setting and the level of care provided. Assisted living is the most affordable residential option at $5,250 per month, which is about $3,900 below the cost of nursing home care. In-home care and home health care, which feature personal care services in private residences, cost about 13% more than assisted living. Only adult day health care, which doesn’t include living expenses, is more economically priced 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 San Juan Capistrano was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
Eligible seniors in the San Juan Capistrano area can help pay for assisted living with a variety of Medi-Cal programs, including the Assisted Living Waiver Program, as well as with Supplemental Security Income Category G.
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.
San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
San Juan Capistrano 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 ourAssisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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Lolly
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We came to tour Ivy Park for our grandparents. Naomi was our contact person. From phone calls to touring the facility she showed compassion and listened to our needs and concerns. We decided to...
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Hi Lolly, thank you for your kind words and this wonderful review! We're happy you found Naomi and our team to be so supportive during your experience here at Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano.
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