The Best Senior Living Communities in Dana Point, CA

"I am amazed by the cleanliness of the facility. Residences look well cared for and happy."

"Serra Sol Memory Care didn't look like an institution. It was modern looking. The staff was so attentive. They showed me the rooms. I like the room. We already picked out a room for my husband, and I liked the amenities that they offered. It's memory care. It's new, it's only about a year old. We did meet the chef, and he seems to want to cater -- in fact, my husband's Hungarian. And he asked my husband, What kind of food do you like? And my husband says, Hungarian. And he says, " Oh, I'll have to get some recipes." So I was impressed with the chef. It was so clean with no smells, no odors at all. They had large outdoor living spaces for visiting. You can visit anytime, day or night. Another thing I loved about the place, at least five days a week. They take the residents out in the van and they'll either go to the beach or go somewhere, or even if they just drive around. So in the afternoons they get them out, they just don't let them stay there, not just have to stay there all day long. I put a deposit on a room and they hold that particular room for 30 days. So now I have to go to the doctor. He has to have the doctor fill out forms. They're going to send a nurse out to the house to evaluate him. And they haven't made that appointment yet, but they'll be doing that shortly. He doesn't have to go there. They'll come to our house and evaluate his condition."

"What I like about Capistrano Senior Living is how friendly the staff are with one another. They have someone who was conducting happy hour where they had snacks laid out. This person runs some of the groups. He was very friendly. When he was introduced to me, he started singing to me. He had a great voice and then on the way out, he was conducting a group and he introduced me to the group. Also, my friend, who was with me, just thought that the ambiance was not a place where you just go to die. It was friendly and it was very clean. The one bedroom was not 100% of the space that I would have liked, but it was certainly a place where I could put my things and feel comfortable. I didn't taste the food but I was impressed with how clean the facility was and it smelled good. I liked the way the room was laid out. I always preferred to be on the first floor, but they had two elevators: one in front and one in back. The place they showed me was across the way from the back elevator. So, it would have taken me right down to the dining room, the meeting room, and every place that I would have needed to go. They take the mail to the person in their room. It was decorated very nicely for Halloween, but also for the fall in the lobby. My friend and I both liked it. Everybody seemed very friendly and willing to help. I was introduced to the nurse who told us that she had two teams: one that gave out medication if that was necessary and another one did procedures that needed to be done like changing, dressing, or something like that. I've been to other places that had nonrefundable deposits anywhere from $3500 to $6000. At Capistrano Senior Living, it was $2000. They explained to me that they would hold it for 30 days for $500. Then if I moved in, they would apply that $500 to that $2,000 and I would only owe $1500. So, it sounded like they were reasonable in their rates and it was a place close to where my grandchildren's school was, where they went. It was across the street from a shopping center that had one of the restaurants I ordered Doordash from."

"My husband moved to MorningStar of Mission Viejo. The interior organization there, they communicate well with each other. The management style is excellent. They communicate well between each department, so it's a very soft touch, but they pay attention to the information about their clients. The facility is great. It's interesting. It's a small building. It's not one of the biggest, most extravagant buildings that I've seen, but the staff is great. The food is amazing. The food is excellent. They do a good job there. My husband is a little reserved. He's not quite interested in that part of things, but it looks like they have a lot going on. They have an outreach program where they're working with the Saddleback Emeritus programming, and they're introducing some classes at their facility through Emeritus."

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 views of waves crashing on the beach, Dana Point harbor, and boats sailing off into the horizon. And when the sun sets in an orange blaze, the city lights take the stage with their own spectacle. This completely renovated mansion provides every amenity including enormous bedrooms with walk-in closets and bath/shower options. The diversity of plans and size allow single or double occupancy in any suite. Our 24-hour live-in concierge will provide an unparalleled experience. The menu, the ambiance, the pace is all up to you. You are in charge. DAILY: All day nutritious snacks Three(3) fine dining meals All utilities paid except telephone Housekeeping Dry cleaning and laundry Internet/WiFi Transportation arranged 24 hours concierge Local and regional outings Wheel chair accessible rooms Furnished room with linens ACTIVITES: Beach walks Art, sewing, music, web surfing Book Club Local and regional trips Restaurant binging Museums, galleries, plays, concerts Guest chef and musicians' visits Wide screen TV in lift recliners S'mores at the fire pit Gardening Shopping Sunset celebrations OPTIONAL: In home physician visits In home dental visits CSL Wheelchair Van rides For unexpected medical events requiring more assistance, temporary or permanent, our sister assisted living home is five(5) minutes away.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search

"We were at Aegis Living Dana Point just to see the area. It's very, very expensive compared to everywhere else. It's lovely, just very expensive. It's beautiful but I'm not putting my mom somewhere beautiful, I need her to get the best care she can get. The facility is top-notch, it's clean with friendly staff. It looks amazing and the food looks and smells wonderful. We also looked at the activities room, they were having an activity at the time and doing a little exercise. The rooms were on the smaller side but very clean and comfortable-looking. There's no furniture in it, but we sawa nice end-of-the hallway room and it had a view of the garden. We saw a bus there that takes the assisted living people places."

"We're now at San Clemente Villas by the Sea. My wife and I are perfectly healthy, and we just moved in because we're getting old. The facility is excellent. It's a nice location. The staff is wonderful. They're very caring and pleasant. The apartment itself is very nice. It's 600 square feet, and it's just big enough for two people. It's clean. They provide a theater, they provide an exercise room, they provide tours if you want to go on a tour, and they provide happy hours, so it's very good. The food is wonderful. They have a nice selection, and it's very healthy."

"None of us wants to be looking at Assisted Living facilities…but the need, too often, is unavoidable. As I looked at several in this area, I was most impressed with Ivy Park at Mission Viejo. From the first meeting, we were impressed. JP gave us the ultimate tour. He was patient with our kabillion questions and easily answered all. Everyone we met, from the Receptionist to the Director, the Activity Director and the Nurse, had a smile for us. Meeting up with caregivers along the way was also a positive experience. The Dining Room was very impressive - the food looked amazing with 3 specials daily, including a Vegetarian, as well as breakfast all day, sandwiches, salads, special diet offers - and great hamburgers and sweet potato fries! When you’re in the DR, you also observe how staff interacts with residents - respectful, light hearted, helping people find an open table, etc. The Wait Staff knows people by name and are very patient, as residents try and decide what they want to eat… The Facility, as a whole, is beautiful, clean and very well maintained - both inside and outside (Outside just got a new coat of paint). The rooms are a good size and prepared with a fresh coat of paint, etc for each new arrival. There’s an Activity list of the Day, which people have a choice of participating in or not. There are well-stocked additional rooms that include a library, art room, etc. etc. There are so many amenities. I am a frequent visitor and have never seen a negative interaction or situation. Staff is genuinely kind and compassionate. We have been very very pleased with the care. Assisted Living facilities are definitely expensive and you need to choose the one that works best for you and your family member. We would highly recommend Ivy Park at Mission Viejo. We definitely made the right choice for my husband."

"My mom will have lived at Heritage Pointe for 8 years now. She started in Assisted Living and has transitioned to Memory Care. The staff, many of whom have been there for many years, are all caring, professional and attentive. My mom loves Heritage Pointe, and we feel grateful that she’s so well taken care of. Heritage Pointe welcomes those of all faiths, but they do have a synagogue in the building and a wonderful Rabbi."

Owned and operated by a Registered Nurse, residents of our assisted living facilities have a comfortable living space and are able to maintain a level of independence while receiving the care and support they need. Our assisted living care includes help with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, as well as access to Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) services. Coloma Management Inc. provides specialized memory care services for individuals living with Alzheimers disease or other forms of dementia. Our dedicated team of caregivers understands the unique needs and challenges faced by individuals with dementia, and we work closely with each resident and their families to create personalized care plans that promote independence, dignity, and overall well-being. Our memory care program is designed to provide a safe and secure environment for our residents while also offering a wide range of activities and programs that continue to bring meaning, purpose, and joy to their daily lives. Our staff provides daily living services. Assistance with dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene tasks is provided. Residents are given three nutritious meals per day and we can accommodate special dietary needs. Assistance with medication administration, Licensed Nurse on call 24hrs a day. PERSONAL CARE: Our personal care is tailored to fit your personal needs perfectly. Coloma Management Inc. provides personal care services designed to provide seniors with the support they need to maintain their independence and dignity. Our caregivers are trained to provide assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and other personal care needs. We understand that personal care needs can change over time, so we work closely with our clients to ensure that their care plans are updated as needed. ACTIVITIES: We at Coloma know the importance of activities for the elderly. We know that it can improve emotional, intellectual, and physical wellness. The purpose of the activities staff is to improve the quality of life for these residents. It helps a resident realize that they are not alone and that there are others in the same situation. Similarly, we also focus on activities. Some of them include Light Exercise, Neighborhood walks, Gardening, Movie Nights, Arts and Crafts & Games.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search

Casa Grande Vista is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution for seniors who need some help with ADL (Activities of Daily Living), such as bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and medication administration. Our residents enjoy the benefits of personalized assistance and care with our high staff ratio. Casa Grande Vista offers a personal care that encourages independence and quality of life in a residential environment with increased level of assistance.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search

The Orchards offers 24-hour skilled nursing care in a beautiful, caring setting. Our services are supportive of those whose needs extend beyond assisted care; an individual recovering from orthopedic surgeries or injuries, cardiac procedures/diseases, strokes, pulmonary diseases, and other illnesses. The following skilled nursing services are available at The Orchards Healthcare Center: The on-site Medical Director coordinates and improves medical services Director of Nursing oversees all aspects of healthcare within the facility Individualized resident care plan treatments IV therapy Dementia care Wound care Enteral feeding program Catheter care Colostomy care Off-site dialysis Ileostomy care Nutrition and hydration programs Medication management and education Diabetic management and education Restorative nursing Pain management Hospice program Bowel and bladder programs Psychologist Audiology services Registered dietitian Laboratory testing and X-rays Transportation services

Assisted living is more than extending a helping hand; its about promoting overall well-being through a person-centered approach to promote living an active and fulfilling lifestyle. The Orchards is staffed with full-time wellness nurses, trained caregivers, and medication technicians 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist with all activities of daily living. We offer residents a wide array of amenities, a restaurant-style dining experience, and a full calendar of events and engaging opportunities as part of our Life Enrichment Program. The Benefits of The Orchards include: Private, comfortable and spacious apartments with kitchenettes Six distinctive apartment floor plans with garden view or a private balcony Inviting common areas, including lounge, library, theater and outdoor courtyard Thoughtfully planned activities Assistance with activities of daily living, including medication management 24/7 security and emergency response Restaurant-style dining Weekly housekeeping and personal laundry service We have created a secure and warm homelike environment where our residents thrive with a purpose. With a focus on person-centered care, each resident has a care plan uniquely customized to their individual needs. Our professional and memory-care trained staff believe in empowering the lives of our residents through life-enriching programs, social engagement, and setting personalized goals. The Orchards is focused on WHO they are and what they CAN do. The Orchards Memory Care Services Include: A brand-new secured memory care neighborhood All private studio and one-bedroom apartments featuring a full bathroom Restaurant-style dining Assistance with all activities of daily living Medication management Life enrichment ? mental and socially engaging opportunities to promote wellness Private courtyard with water feature Weekly housekeeping and personal laundry service Transportation Weekly entertainment To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search

Open floor plans, huge rooms with bath. Managed by nurses, 24 hour care with night supervision. Huge backyard to promote outdoor activities. Outings with staff supervision to senior center and mall.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search