32 Independent Living Communities near Anaheim, CA
The Meridian at Anaheim Hills
525 South Anaheim Hills Road, Anaheim, CA, 92807
The Meridian at Anaheim Hills is located in a quiet area of Anaheim, California, a short distance from Anaheim Hills and East Santa Ana Canyon Road where there are a wide variety of shops, restaurants
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The Meridian at Anaheim Hills is located in a quiet area of Anaheim, California, a short distance from Anaheim Hills and East Santa Ana Canyon Road where there are a wide variety of shops, restaurants, cafes and medical facilities. Visitors are impressed by the community’s sophisticated design and state that it looks and feels like a resort. Residents enjoy the restaurant-style dining room and highly praise the meals that cater to individual dietary needs. The facility offers a wide variety of amenities and entertainment, such as newly remodeled rooms and sing-alongs with a visiting pianist.
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The Meridian at Anaheim Hills is located in a quiet area of Anaheim, California, a short distance from Anaheim Hills and East Santa Ana Canyon Road where there are a wide variety of shops, restaurants
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The Meridian at Anaheim Hills is located in a quiet area of Anaheim, California, a short distance from Anaheim Hills and East Santa Ana Canyon Road where there are a wide variety of shops, restaurants, cafes and medical facilities. Visitors are impressed by the community’s sophisticated design and state that it looks and feels like a resort. Residents enjoy the restaurant-style dining room and highly praise the meals that cater to individual dietary needs. The facility offers a wide variety of amenities and entertainment, such as newly remodeled rooms and sing-alongs with a visiting pianist.
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Emerald Court
1731 Medical Center Dr, Anaheim, CA, 92801
I like Emerald Court. As soon as I walked in, it felt airy, and I felt confident about the place. The staff is very cordial. I got a plate to take home after the tour, and it was good. The facility’s
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I like Emerald Court. As soon as I walked in, it felt airy, and I felt confident about the place. The staff is very cordial. I got a plate to take home after the tour, and it was good. The facility’s layout was also nice and clean. There were people outside having a little bird-feeding party, and everybody kind of acknowledged you.
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I like Emerald Court. As soon as I walked in, it felt airy, and I felt confident about the place. The staff is very cordial. I got a plate to take home after the tour, and it was good. The facility’s
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I like Emerald Court. As soon as I walked in, it felt airy, and I felt confident about the place. The staff is very cordial. I got a plate to take home after the tour, and it was good. The facility’s layout was also nice and clean. There were people outside having a little bird-feeding party, and everybody kind of acknowledged you.
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Villa Catalpa Senior Apartments
1680 W Catalpa Dr, Anaheim, CA, 92801
My ex-husband is doing pretty well in Villa Catalpa, he moved in last July. There are only 17 apartments in there and he’s in the first story. It’s very well maintained, very clean and always swept. T
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My ex-husband is doing pretty well in Villa Catalpa, he moved in last July. There are only 17 apartments in there and he’s in the first story. It’s very well maintained, very clean and always swept. The managers lived in the front apartment. He’s got a one bedroom with air-conditioning, a bathroom, a dishwasher, kitchen and a small dining area. They take care of everything including gas.
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My ex-husband is doing pretty well in Villa Catalpa, he moved in last July. There are only 17 apartments in there and he’s in the first story. It’s very well maintained, very clean and always swept. T
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My ex-husband is doing pretty well in Villa Catalpa, he moved in last July. There are only 17 apartments in there and he’s in the first story. It’s very well maintained, very clean and always swept. The managers lived in the front apartment. He’s got a one bedroom with air-conditioning, a bathroom, a dishwasher, kitchen and a small dining area. They take care of everything including gas.
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New Horizon Village
835 South Brookhurst, Anaheim, CA, 92804
I’ve been at New Horizon Village a couple of weeks. I like the place very much. Everything has been first class for me. I pay $895 a month here and it’s affordable for me. I find everyone is very
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I’ve been at New Horizon Village a couple of weeks. I like the place very much. Everything has been first class for me. I pay $895 a month here and it’s affordable for me. I find everyone is very courteous, very congenial and very cordial. I’m delighted to be here, and I would recommend it to anyone highly. The rooms are 575 sq. ft. It’s not that big.
I’m finding that most of the places that we go to where we have events and conferences are closer. I’m close to the Eagles Stadium. I’m a big baseball fan and close to the Christ Cathedral. It’s more centrally located for the things that I’m involved in, much to my pleasant surprise. Where I go on a semi-regular basis, that would take me 40 minutes. Now it’s taking me 20 to 25 minutes. It saves me a lot on transportation cost. There are little things that they can improve on but I think, overall, it’s fine.
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I’ve been at New Horizon Village a couple of weeks. I like the place very much. Everything has been first class for me. I pay $895 a month here and it’s affordable for me. I find everyone is very
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I’ve been at New Horizon Village a couple of weeks. I like the place very much. Everything has been first class for me. I pay $895 a month here and it’s affordable for me. I find everyone is very courteous, very congenial and very cordial. I’m delighted to be here, and I would recommend it to anyone highly. The rooms are 575 sq. ft. It’s not that big.
I’m finding that most of the places that we go to where we have events and conferences are closer. I’m close to the Eagles Stadium. I’m a big baseball fan and close to the Christ Cathedral. It’s more centrally located for the things that I’m involved in, much to my pleasant surprise. Where I go on a semi-regular basis, that would take me 40 minutes. Now it’s taking me 20 to 25 minutes. It saves me a lot on transportation cost. There are little things that they can improve on but I think, overall, it’s fine.
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Acaciawood Village Senior Apartments
1415 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA, 92802
There are no activities to enjoy..no interaction with staff. Maybe a hello
There are no activities to enjoy..no interaction with staff. Maybe a hello
Rowntree Gardens
12151 Dale Street, Stanton, CA, 90680
Located in Stanton, California, Rowntree Gardens is nestled next to Premier Park and the Playa Galleria Shopping Center. Residents and their families praise the facility’s friendly staff, homelike i
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Located in Stanton, California, Rowntree Gardens is nestled next to Premier Park and the Playa Galleria Shopping Center. Residents and their families praise the facility’s friendly staff, homelike interior and landscaped garden, which has a gazebo and picnic area. Visitors compliment the clean, spacious and well-appointed accommodations. Residents appreciate Rowntree Gardens’ two on-site dining rooms, one of which has a fireplace with the other which provides garden views. The community gets top marks for scheduling bridge games, craft-making projects and holiday celebrations. It also receives rave reviews for having plenty of amenities, including a chapel, fitness center and library.
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Located in Stanton, California, Rowntree Gardens is nestled next to Premier Park and the Playa Galleria Shopping Center. Residents and their families praise the facility’s friendly staff, homelike i
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Located in Stanton, California, Rowntree Gardens is nestled next to Premier Park and the Playa Galleria Shopping Center. Residents and their families praise the facility’s friendly staff, homelike interior and landscaped garden, which has a gazebo and picnic area. Visitors compliment the clean, spacious and well-appointed accommodations. Residents appreciate Rowntree Gardens’ two on-site dining rooms, one of which has a fireplace with the other which provides garden views. The community gets top marks for scheduling bridge games, craft-making projects and holiday celebrations. It also receives rave reviews for having plenty of amenities, including a chapel, fitness center and library.
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The Palms
13001 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, CA, 90638
The Palms was a very well presented place. The furnishings and the layout were appealing, and some of their apartments had nice little private entrances around the sides. Some of them were in differen
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The Palms was a very well presented place. The furnishings and the layout were appealing, and some of their apartments had nice little private entrances around the sides. Some of them were in different shapes and sizes, and they were nice. The dining room looked well put together, and was a nice size. The one who gave me the tour was really knowledgeable, not just for that location, but other locations too. So, I was really glad that I got her as my contact person.
The facility was in very good condition. I liked that it did not look worn out. It looked fresh and didn’t have any weird smells as I came in. Everybody seemed pretty happy, and it was just great, and a really well-maintained place. I wouldn’t mind being there if I was an elder in the right time and place.
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The Palms was a very well presented place. The furnishings and the layout were appealing, and some of their apartments had nice little private entrances around the sides. Some of them were in differen
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The Palms was a very well presented place. The furnishings and the layout were appealing, and some of their apartments had nice little private entrances around the sides. Some of them were in different shapes and sizes, and they were nice. The dining room looked well put together, and was a nice size. The one who gave me the tour was really knowledgeable, not just for that location, but other locations too. So, I was really glad that I got her as my contact person.
The facility was in very good condition. I liked that it did not look worn out. It looked fresh and didn’t have any weird smells as I came in. Everybody seemed pretty happy, and it was just great, and a really well-maintained place. I wouldn’t mind being there if I was an elder in the right time and place.
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Town & Country Manor
555 E Memory Ln, Santa Ana, CA, 92706
Town and Country Manor is located in a prime location of Santa Ana, cozily tucked away with the view of the lush woods on one side of the community, while still being just a short distance from a near
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Town and Country Manor is located in a prime location of Santa Ana, cozily tucked away with the view of the lush woods on one side of the community, while still being just a short distance from a nearby shopping mall and medical facilities. Residents highly praise the luxurious facility and its high-quality care, from the restaurant-style fine dining options, to the grand architecture of the building, to the staff who provide the best care possible. The facility offers many activities like bingo, arts, games, and movies as well as trips to museums, shopping malls, gardens, beaches and aquariums.
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Town and Country Manor is located in a prime location of Santa Ana, cozily tucked away with the view of the lush woods on one side of the community, while still being just a short distance from a near
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Town and Country Manor is located in a prime location of Santa Ana, cozily tucked away with the view of the lush woods on one side of the community, while still being just a short distance from a nearby shopping mall and medical facilities. Residents highly praise the luxurious facility and its high-quality care, from the restaurant-style fine dining options, to the grand architecture of the building, to the staff who provide the best care possible. The facility offers many activities like bingo, arts, games, and movies as well as trips to museums, shopping malls, gardens, beaches and aquariums.
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The Grove at Cerritos
11000 New Falcon Way, Cerritos, CA, 90703
I liked The Grove at Cerritos very much. It was a very nice environment, it had been remodelled, the facilities seemed to be newer, and overall, it was a good experience. The apartments were big, very
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I liked The Grove at Cerritos very much. It was a very nice environment, it had been remodelled, the facilities seemed to be newer, and overall, it was a good experience. The apartments were big, very nice, and it’s a very good facility for the price. The staff was very nice, we felt very welcome, and they answered all our questions. Overall, I had a good feeling about the place.
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I liked The Grove at Cerritos very much. It was a very nice environment, it had been remodelled, the facilities seemed to be newer, and overall, it was a good experience. The apartments were big, very
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I liked The Grove at Cerritos very much. It was a very nice environment, it had been remodelled, the facilities seemed to be newer, and overall, it was a good experience. The apartments were big, very nice, and it’s a very good facility for the price. The staff was very nice, we felt very welcome, and they answered all our questions. Overall, I had a good feeling about the place.
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Sunnycrest Senior Living
1925 Sunny Crest Drive, Fullerton, CA, 92835
Sunnycrest Senior Living in Fullerton, California offers what residents call a caring, inclusive atmosphere in a well-maintained building. Large common rooms provide space for getting out and about to
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Sunnycrest Senior Living in Fullerton, California offers what residents call a caring, inclusive atmosphere in a well-maintained building. Large common rooms provide space for getting out and about to socialize. Residents and guests have said the dining room is open 12 hours daily. Visitors note that the facility is clean, and the staff is congenial, compassionate and helpful. Located across from a major hospital, this facility puts residents close to expert medical care if the need arises. Trips to local stores, located just a short walk away, and on-site parties and activities give residents options to stay active.
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Sunnycrest Senior Living in Fullerton, California offers what residents call a caring, inclusive atmosphere in a well-maintained building. Large common rooms provide space for getting out and about to
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Sunnycrest Senior Living in Fullerton, California offers what residents call a caring, inclusive atmosphere in a well-maintained building. Large common rooms provide space for getting out and about to socialize. Residents and guests have said the dining room is open 12 hours daily. Visitors note that the facility is clean, and the staff is congenial, compassionate and helpful. Located across from a major hospital, this facility puts residents close to expert medical care if the need arises. Trips to local stores, located just a short walk away, and on-site parties and activities give residents options to stay active.
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Park Plaza
620 S Glassell Street, Orange, CA, 92866
We were residents of Park Plaza. I liked it very much. It was small, but it was very friendly, with lots to do, and the people were coming and going. They try to keep you busy with different things in
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We were residents of Park Plaza. I liked it very much. It was small, but it was very friendly, with lots to do, and the people were coming and going. They try to keep you busy with different things in the afternoon, but there were not a lot of activities going on. We had a nice 1-bedroom apartment, and it was sufficient for us. The food was good, they had transportation for doctors’ visits, they took picnics over to Hart Park, and they did quite a bit considering most of the people were not too anxious to do much. It was a nice facility. The price was comparable; it was adequate. The facility is next to a catholic church, and were catholics, so that was a plus for us.
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We were residents of Park Plaza. I liked it very much. It was small, but it was very friendly, with lots to do, and the people were coming and going. They try to keep you busy with different things in
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We were residents of Park Plaza. I liked it very much. It was small, but it was very friendly, with lots to do, and the people were coming and going. They try to keep you busy with different things in the afternoon, but there were not a lot of activities going on. We had a nice 1-bedroom apartment, and it was sufficient for us. The food was good, they had transportation for doctors’ visits, they took picnics over to Hart Park, and they did quite a bit considering most of the people were not too anxious to do much. It was a nice facility. The price was comparable; it was adequate. The facility is next to a catholic church, and were catholics, so that was a plus for us.
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Oakmont of Huntington Beach
18922 Delaware Street, Huntington Beach, CA, 92648
My uncle says it was easy to meet people at his last residence. if there was some way for him to meet people he would enjoy oakmont better – either mixers or introductions would help.
otherwise he
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My uncle says it was easy to meet people at his last residence. if there was some way for him to meet people he would enjoy oakmont better – either mixers or introductions would help.
otherwise he likes oakmont just fine
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My uncle says it was easy to meet people at his last residence. if there was some way for him to meet people he would enjoy oakmont better – either mixers or introductions would help.
otherwise he
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My uncle says it was easy to meet people at his last residence. if there was some way for him to meet people he would enjoy oakmont better – either mixers or introductions would help.
otherwise he likes oakmont just fine
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The Groves at Tustin
1262 Bryan Ave, Tustin, CA, 92780
I didn’t care for The Groves at Tustin much. It looked kind of rundown and the fees were a bit higher than the others, which was surprising. The rooms were fine, but smaller. It didn’t look as well ke
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I didn’t care for The Groves at Tustin much. It looked kind of rundown and the fees were a bit higher than the others, which was surprising. The rooms were fine, but smaller. It didn’t look as well kept up. The activities were comparable, the things that were offered as support were pretty comparable, but the facility wasn’t as well kept up and the price for the same square footage was higher than others. I don’t believe they offered the 24/7 nursing care. All these facilities had a list of things that they normally offer that they don’t offer now because of Covid. Their community fee was higher and they would not do a rate lock on the rent or the annual increase, but the marketing people were just fine.
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I didn’t care for The Groves at Tustin much. It looked kind of rundown and the fees were a bit higher than the others, which was surprising. The rooms were fine, but smaller. It didn’t look as well ke
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I didn’t care for The Groves at Tustin much. It looked kind of rundown and the fees were a bit higher than the others, which was surprising. The rooms were fine, but smaller. It didn’t look as well kept up. The activities were comparable, the things that were offered as support were pretty comparable, but the facility wasn’t as well kept up and the price for the same square footage was higher than others. I don’t believe they offered the 24/7 nursing care. All these facilities had a list of things that they normally offer that they don’t offer now because of Covid. Their community fee was higher and they would not do a rate lock on the rent or the annual increase, but the marketing people were just fine.
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Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
17200 Goldenwest Street, Huntington Beach, CA, 92647
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach was a very impressive place with especially impressive staff. It had a very large, open environment, which I don’t think it was a good fit for my mom. It was a plac
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Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach was a very impressive place with especially impressive staff. It had a very large, open environment, which I don’t think it was a good fit for my mom. It was a place that I would recommend to a lot of people with a certain ability to be active and socialize. It was very clean, very new, and had a little bit of an institutional feel, although it was a very open type of facility where it’s very bright with a lot of natural light.
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Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach was a very impressive place with especially impressive staff. It had a very large, open environment, which I don’t think it was a good fit for my mom. It was a plac
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Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach was a very impressive place with especially impressive staff. It had a very large, open environment, which I don’t think it was a good fit for my mom. It was a place that I would recommend to a lot of people with a certain ability to be active and socialize. It was very clean, very new, and had a little bit of an institutional feel, although it was a very open type of facility where it’s very bright with a lot of natural light.
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Seasons at La Palma
7061 Walker Street, La Palma, CA, 90623
Seasons Senior is a little property, but it was really quiet, really private, and really felt like you were in a senior resort area. I think they were maybe a little larger than the other facility I w
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Seasons Senior is a little property, but it was really quiet, really private, and really felt like you were in a senior resort area. I think they were maybe a little larger than the other facility I went to. Everything is centrally located too, and that was fine for my mother-in-law. The staff was very pleasant, and they have called since we’ve got a place for my mom and with an availability for her, but we already got her a place.
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Seasons Senior is a little property, but it was really quiet, really private, and really felt like you were in a senior resort area. I think they were maybe a little larger than the other facility I w
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Seasons Senior is a little property, but it was really quiet, really private, and really felt like you were in a senior resort area. I think they were maybe a little larger than the other facility I went to. Everything is centrally located too, and that was fine for my mother-in-law. The staff was very pleasant, and they have called since we’ve got a place for my mom and with an availability for her, but we already got her a place.
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What to Expect in an Independent Living Community
Many seniors love how independent living communities reduce unwanted stress, hazards, and fatigue in their lives. Independent living communities take care of housekeeping, yard work and meals while still allowing residents personal space and the dignity of making their own choices. These communities usually provide seniors with an apartment that has a small kitchen, bathroom, living room, and one or more bedrooms. Those who want a small space may even find that some independent living communities offer studio-style apartments. Seniors can invite guests over and enjoy their rooms however they see fit.
Independent living communities often also include the following:
- Numerous opportunities for socializing and exploring new activities
- Easy access to public or community-provided transportation
- Meal plans for community dining as well as kitchens for seniors who like preparing their own meals
- The ability to keep small- and medium-size pets such as dogs and cats
- Housekeeping, laundry and groundskeeping services
- 24-hour staff on-site who can be contacted if a problem arises
For a more detailed look at common amenities, check out our guide to independent living communities.
What Couples Should Know About Independent Living in Anaheim, CA
Located approximately 10 miles from some of the best beaches Orange County has to offer, Anaheim has plenty of attractions, green spaces and arts and culture opportunities for retiring seniors. Couples can enjoy lively dinner theater experience at venues such as Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament or spend the day strolling around the outlet malls or shopping centers like the Center Street promenade. Seniors can also visit Disneyland Park for an enjoyable day with the grandkids. This area is also part of the greater Orange County parks and recreation system, which includes a total of 39,000 acres. Couples can go for hikes or biking trips along the 230 miles of trails, and there are golf courses and tennis courts perfect for an afternoon doubles match.
The cost of living in this area is about 70% higher than the national average, but health care runs about 11% lower than the rest of the country, which can help seniors save money. The beautiful year-round weather is one of the biggest draws of Anaheim, with winter lows staying in the upper 40s and summer highs registering in the mid-80s. This area also sees 75 more sunny days on average than the rest of the United States.
Paying for Independent Living in Anaheim, CA
Seniors in Anaheim will have to pay a bit more for independent living, which could be a determining factor for those on a fixed income. While the average national cost of independent living is $2,550, the same type of care in Anaheim comes in at about $,3,150.
The annual cost of living in an independent living community can range anywhere from $12,000-$42,000, depending mostly on the amenities, room type and cost of living in the area. In addition to using personal retirement income, annuities, long-term care insurance, or cashing out an existing life insurance policy, some seniors can use Social Security funds, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments granted due to disability or low-income or HUD-provided housing assistance such as vouchers. Another route many seniors choose to fund their independent living stay is renting out or selling their homes that they won’t need once they move or taking advantage of a reverse mortgage.
Our guide provides a more in-depth look at independent living costs and solutions for those who want to learn more.
How to Choose an Independent Living Community
When choosing an independent living community, it’s best to consider many factors, including the community’s proximity to loved ones and medical care, the state of repair that the facility appears to be in, the attitude and efficiency of the staff, the cost of both rent and services, the facility’s pet policy and more.
Comparing multiple communities can help seniors and their families figure out what they value most in an independent living community. During tours of these communities, staff members should be available to answer questions. To help with the touring and comparison process, we’ve included a checklist full of pertinent questions that anyone can download and print for themselves.
Transitioning to Independent Living
Independent living communities, rather than memory care or nursing homes, are often the first place seniors move to when they realize they need a lifestyle change. The necessity of letting some possessions go and the reality of leaving a home and neighborhood after possibly decades of residence there can make transitioning to an independent living community difficult. These communities are often friendly places, but being in a new environment still initially triggers feelings of loneliness in many seniors.
Having a strategy for dealing with the challenges of moving can make the transition to an independent living community a positive experience. We’ve created a downloadable step-by-step guide for tips to making this transition as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
Independent Living Resources in Anaheim, CA
There are many other resources and activities for seniors in Anaheim. Use the table below to learn about the options available for older adults in the area.
| Resource | Phone Number | Description |
| Senior Mobility Program | (714) 765-4511 | This service provides seniors with transportation anywhere within 5 miles of their homes. This includes for grocery shopping, salon trips and doctors’ appointments, and residents only need to be at least age 60. While regular rides are available for a fee, but rides to Brookhurt and La Colonia senior centers are free. |
| Orange County 2-1-1 | 2-1-1 | Seniors who need help accessing human and health service programs in Anaheim can call the toll-free number 2-1-1 to talk to a representative 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. This service also has an online database for those who prefer to read or need to look up information for reference. |
| Anaheim Senior Citizens Club | (714) 765-4510 | At the Senior Citizens Club, seniors 50 and older can participate in bridge and bingo games and take trips on a monthly basis as part of the Travel Club. This resource also provides routine health screening, hosts health fairs and can connect seniors to resources for health care needs and in the greater Anaheim area. This group also keeps track of local zoning changes and issues which could impact seniors’ quality of life. |
| North Orange Continuing Education Older Adults Program | (714) 808-4645 | As part of its senior enrichment program, the North Orange Continuing Education facility provides classes and continuing education opportunities to seniors aged 50 and up. These offerings are focused around helping seniors maintain their independence and self-sufficiency as long as possible and include topics like improving mental and physical health, learning a new hobby or enjoying group discussions in classes like Great Literature and Living with Flair. Computer and technology seminars are also a popular choice for seniors as well as exercise classes including tai chi, mobility and yoga. |
| The Council On Ageing – Southern California | (714) 479-0107 | The Council On Ageing connects seniors to programs and services throughout Anaheim, including those related to understanding health insurance, legal and finance issues. Education seminars and programs like ReConnect encourage seniors to prioritize both physical and mental health, and there are also volunteer opportunities to help seniors stay connected and give back to the community. |