Our memory care directory in Orange County, California includes 148 communities with 1576 reviews from seniors and their loved ones.
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CARING STARS WINNER
1180 N. Bradford Ave., Placentia, CA 92870
4.9
(22 reviews)
"My mom stayed at Ivy Park at Bradford and we still go back there quite often. They've invited my mom to come for music since once a week they have music and happy hour. Everybody knows my mom there. She doesn't remember them as much, but they remembe..."
$3,895
CARING STARS WINNER
12151 Dale Street, Stanton, CA 90680
4.7
(29 reviews)
"My stepmom is a resident of Rowntree Gardens, and what I like most is the responsive and caring staff. It is a Christian community, and it has many activities. The people that are living there are very nice. It's a wonderful community. It has an atri..."
$2,545
21952 Buena Suerte, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
4.7
(28 reviews)
"I have toured Park Terrace and I liked everything about it. The rooms, the cleanliness, the atmosphere, it was a wonderful place. The staff was friendly, informative, and caring. They have a variety of things that they offer, and they have activities..."
$4,687
CARING STARS WINNER
33 Creek Road, Irvine, CA 92604
4.7
(25 reviews)
"We came to have lunch with sister and brother in law. So wonderful!!! Joseph set us up in the smaller dining room as we had 6 people, and Sandra made sure we had everything we needed. She is excellent. From salads to dessert, she made sure each of us..."
$5,995
18922 Delaware Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
4.8
(16 reviews)
"Very nice facility with friendly and attentive staff. The rooms were beautiful, clean and multiple activities for residents. The food looked great! We attended a Luau at the facility which was very nice and loved by the residents that attended. T..."
$5,395
CARING STARS WINNER
393 Hospital Road, Newport Beach, CA 92663
4.7
(19 reviews)
"I have wanted to move my 91 year old mother to a closer memory care (originally 2 hours away) for awhile but have been so nervous for change at her age. Honestly moving her to the Atria was the best thing that I could have done for her. She has bee..."
$5,200
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CARING STARS WINNER
27356 Bellogente, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
4.8
(15 reviews)
"It was very nice. My godmother didn't like it as soon as they said they don't celebrate Christmas and they don't put up Christmas trees. The staff member who gave us the tour was really nice and friendly. The dining area was nice and clean. They serv..."
$4,630
525 S Anaheim Hills Rd, Anaheim, CA 92807
4.5
(56 reviews)
"I visited The Meridian at Anaheim Hills and toured their memory care for my mom. It was nice and organized, and everybody was very caring. It seemed like it had good activity programs. The memory care was clean and well-organized. They had a dining a..."
$4,000
630 The City Drive, Orange, CA 92868
4.8
(14 reviews)
"My father moved into Oakmont of Orange. When I first went for my appointment, they had a wonderful sign welcoming me for the tour. I met with the marketing director who sat with me and answered all my questions and introduced me to the wellness direc..."
$5,395
CARING STARS WINNER
32353 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
4.5
(29 reviews)
"I am amazed by the cleanliness of the facility. Residences look well cared for and happy...."
$3,495
CARING STARS WINNER
1525 E Taft Ave, Orange, CA 92865
4.5
(33 reviews)
"I toured Kirkwood Orange, and it was nice, clean, and organized. The people who work there are pleasant and welcoming. I liked it. They have shared rooms with dividers in between. Most of the residents were watching movies when I was there, but they ..."
$3,595
CARING STARS WINNER
31741 Rancho Viejo Rd., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
4.5
(28 reviews)
"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 introduc..."
$3,700
460 S. La Floresta Drive, Brea, CA 92823
4.7
(16 reviews)
"Oakmont of Capriana is relatively small, like 100 people, and it's a CCRC, which is what we're looking for. In the independent living, the apartments were relatively large with high ceilings and they had nice views (the place we're looking at has a v..."
$4,700
660 Camino De Los Mares, San Clemente, CA 92673
4.9
(11 reviews)
"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..."
$5,000
CARING STARS WINNER
15302 Brookhurst St., Westminster, CA 92683
4.4
(33 reviews)
"Mom was at Brookdale Brookhurst for respite care. We chose this place because they were one of the few places that had a two-week stay, which was exactly what we wanted and mom's primary care doctor had a couple of patients who had moved in there per..."
$3,645
4889 Katella Ave., Cypress, CA 90720
4.8
(12 reviews)
"I toured this facility with my mother and found it to be very inviting! It's a newer facility and the rooms are beautiful/clean. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. My mother really liked that the rooms had full kitchens and washer/drye..."
$5,835
23792 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
4.3
(49 reviews)
"Atria Del Sol was very lovely. The staff showed us everything, including the dining hall and the little workout area where they do PT. This lady was absolutely just a great gal. She had really good energy and made us feel good. The bedroom that we sa..."
$3,995
CARING STARS WINNER
4792 Lakeview Avenue, Yorba Linda, CA 92886
4.5
(23 reviews)
"My 96 yr old mother moved into Sunrise over 2 months ago and she says she should have done it sooner! The staff is amazing, caring, concerned and learned my mother’s name as well as us, her daughters very quickly. The staff made the move in so easy a..."
$6,840
25411 Sea Bluffs, Dana Point, CA 92629
4.5
(22 reviews)
"My mom moved into Sea Bluffs. So far, I very much like the place. My mom's room was nice, but they had limited availability. It's very clean. My mom can take a shower on her own, and they didn't have any more rooms available that had their own shower..."
$4,595
1262 Bryan Ave., Tustin, CA 92780
4.7
(12 reviews)
"The staff here was friendly. The facility was beautiful and there were a lot of interesting details and features that made it very special. The dining area was nice. The individuals can order off a menu, like at a restaurant. There were nice outdoor ..."
$3,595
In Orange County, as in the rest of California, memory care facilities follow regulations set by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. This division ensures quality care for residents by conducting regular inspections and criminal background checks of facility employees.
Orange County residents with dementia obtain residential memory care services in assisted living facilities that are specially licensed to provide this level of care. On average, dementia services cost 20-30% more than assisted living due to additional licensing requirements, caregiver training and dementia-informed programming. Nationwide memory care cost data isn’t available, so we add 25% to the assisted living rates in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey to estimate monthly costs.
In Orange County, memory care costs $6,563, which is equal to the state median but almost $1,000 higher than the national average ($5,625). Costs are significantly higher in San Francisco ($7,899) and Santa Rosa ($8,810). Memory care is much more affordable in Fresno ($4,875) and Stockton ($4,561).
Orange County
$6,563
California
$6,563
The United States
$5,625
Stockton
$4,561
Fresno
$4,875
San Francisco
$7,899
Santa Rosa
$8,810
Seniors in Orange County have multiple care options to choose from. Nursing homes charge the highest monthly rates of $9,125 for semiprivate rooms and $11,269 for private units. Assisted living costs $5,250, and seniors pay $5,911 for either basic home care and specialized home health care. Memory care is a little costlier at $6,563. Adult day health care is the cheapest option at $1,652.
Memory Care
$6,563
Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,652
Assisted Living
$5,250
Nursing Home (semiprivate)
$9,125
Nursing Home (private)
$11,269
Note: Data for Orange County was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
In Orange County, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.
Seniors in Orange County can get support and services from numerous nonprofit organizations and programs. Through the following resources, older adults and their families can connect with support groups, early-stage engagement programs and specialized services.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer’s Association Orange County Chapter | (949) 426-8544 | The Alzheimer’s Association administers a range of free supportive services and informational resources to seniors and families affected by dementia. Through the Orange County chapter, individuals connect with in-person and online support groups, free education classes and clinical trials. Seniors and families can also contact a 24-hour helpline for personalized assistance with finding resources in Orange County. |
| Alzheimer’s Orange County | (949) 955-9000 | Alzheimer's Orange County is a regional nonprofit organization that provides a variety of services including free classes and workshops, a specialized caregiving training program, family care consultations and support groups. It also has a free helpline, which individuals reach at (844) 373-4400 for personalized assistance and answers to questions regarding dementia and long-term care options. |
| UCI MIND | (949) 824-3253 | UCI MIND is home to an NIH-funded Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. Through this center, seniors with and without memory-related conditions can participate in clinical trials to help researchers better understand Alzheimer’s. The center also hosts free community programs to help Orange County residents understand how to recognize and manage dementia. |
| Alzheimer’s Family Center | (714) 593-9630 | The Alzheimer’s Family Center is a local nonprofit organization that offers various services to seniors with dementia. It operates an adult day facility that provides specialized dementia care, and it hosts group therapy sessions for those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s. |
| OC Office on Aging | (714) 480-6450 | Through the OC Office on Aging, seniors and families can connect with legal and financial experts who help them navigate issues related to dementia. The office also has health insurance counselors who provide free Medicare assistance to beneficiaries. |
Orange County Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
Annejlee
5.0
Review of Clearwater at North Tustin
I cannot say enough about how much our family appreciated all the warm care and consideration that Clearwater/Clearbrook's staff showed to my elderly aunt during her time there. From the moment...
Memory Care
Susan
2.0
Review of Kaego's Richman Gardens
I wasn't really impressed with the physical characteristics of Kaego's Richman Gardens. It was quite old looking, gloomy, and depressing. The staff was fine. She seemed knowledgeable about the...
Memory Care
Susan
4.0
Review of Crescendo Senior Living of Placentia
My husband has moved into Crescendo Senior Living of Placentia. I'm very happy with the workers. It's a relatively pleasant place. It's not as luxurious as some of them are, but the physical...
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