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Newport Mesa Senior Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Costa Mesa, CA
Front entrance of a senior living facility with landscaping Exterior view of Newport Mesa Senior Living with landscaping Exterior view of the Newport Mesa Senior Living facility Common area with comfortable seating and decor Dining area with elegant table setup and decor Cozy resident room with two beds and a TV Outdoor seating area with a fountain and greenery Elegant dining room set up for a meal Bright common area with comfortable seating and plants Interior of a cozy lounge area with seating Outdoor dining area with table and chairs Common area with comfortable seating and decor Covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs Outdoor patio with a dining table and chairs Common area with seating and decorative wall art Cozy twin bedroom setup with nautical decor Reception area with flowers and decor Garden area with fountain and seating Dining area with wooden furniture and decorative plants Outdoor dining area with tables and decorations Outdoor seating area with plants and umbrella Interior view of a common area with tables and chairs A well-decorated shared resident room with two beds

Newport Mesa Senior Living

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Costa Mesa, CA
2891 Bear St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Newport Mesa Senior Living

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Located in Costa Mesa, California, Newport Mesa Senior Living is a premier senior living community. Their unique care routines are thoughtfully crafted to offer those living with memory-related conditions a secure and comfortable environment, enhancing their quality of life.

Their senior living options encompass a host of amenities, including chef-prepared dining, housekeeping services, and specialized memory care programs. Renowned for their award-winning memory care services, this community specializes in providing exceptional care to individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory-related conditions.

Facility Direct Line (844) 302-3730
Facility Direct Line (844) 302-3730
Bed community size
40-bed community Rank #1198 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1198th out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
12 years in operation Rank #575 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 575th out of 1497 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 80 / 100 Rank #416 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 416th out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
60%
Rank #1185 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1185th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
24 / 40
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJune 1, 2014
CountyOrange
RCFE NumberLic # 306004640

Ownership & Operating Entity

Newport Mesa Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica Newport Mesa LLC and Newport Mesa Mgr LLC, and administered by Melvin Galloway.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Julie Walke, Associate (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Salon
Restaurant-Style Dining Room
Manicured Outdoor Spaces
Gardens
Patios
Walking Paths
Activity Schedule
ActivitiesResidents have a variety of activities including exercise classes, beauty hour, arts & crafts, cooking classes, and movie nights
Specific ProgramsFinancial Planning
Operating HoursMonday-Sunday: 00:00-23:59

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 10 citations 14 total visits 4 complaint visits 4 official inspections 3 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

5 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #946 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 946th out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 76 out of 100. Letter grade C. 5 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Total citations (at CA avg)
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (79% below)
• Total visits (13% below)
• Complaint visits (69% below)
• Other visits (14% below)
• Complaint investigations (70% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1010 This facility has total citations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #829 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 829th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 64 This facility has 50% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.73.3 This facility has 79% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 79% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1416 This facility has 13% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 13% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 413 This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #526 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 526th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 67 This facility has 14% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 14% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 310 This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on October 21, 2025 substantiated a complaint due to a malfunctioning door alarm that allowed a resident to exit unsupervised, posing an immediate safety risk.
  • The facility had multiple prior deficiencies including failure to maintain safe hot water temperatures above 126°F and incomplete resident signal systems, with some corrections delayed past due dates in 2025.
  • Complaints in early 2025 substantiated failures in medication administration and diet compliance, resulting in resident harm, though some corrective training and plans of correction were later accepted.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Newport Mesa Senior Living is located in Costa Mesa, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Newport Mesa Senior Living

What neighborhood is Newport Mesa Senior Living in?

Newport Mesa Senior Living is in the Mesa Del Mar neighborhood of Costa Mesa.

Who is the owner of Newport Mesa Senior Living?

Newport Mesa Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica Newport Mesa LLC and Newport Mesa Mgr LLC, and administered by Melvin Galloway.

Is Newport Mesa Senior Living in a walkable area?

Newport Mesa Senior Living has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Newport Mesa Senior Living?

Newport Mesa Senior Living's occupancy is 60%.

How long has Newport Mesa Senior Living been in business?

Newport Mesa Senior Living has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Newport Mesa Senior Living?

Yes, Newport Mesa Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Newport Mesa Senior Living?

Melvin Galloway is the administrator of Newport Mesa Senior Living.

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