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Best Assisted Living in Placentia, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 26 assisted living communities in Placentia, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 62/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Placentia, CA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 123The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Placentia, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Walnut Village in Anaheim
AL
IL
MC
Anaheim (Southwest Anaheim)
334
Facility 334
CA AVG 104
Rank #43 / 1644
Yes
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 57
Rank #1126 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1400
8
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #185 / 1497
61.7% Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Orange
AL
MC
Orange (East Lincoln Avenue)
139
Facility 139
CA AVG 104
Rank #443 / 1644
Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 57
Rank #356 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1400
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1219 / 1497
71.2% Sunrise Of Orange Opco LLC And Sunrise Senior Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Yorba Linda
AL
MC
Yorba Linda
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 104
Rank #827 / 1644
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1400
14
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #337 / 1497
84.9% Szr Yorba Linda LLC And Sunrise Senior Living MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Bradford
AL
MC
Placentia
136
Facility 136
CA AVG 104
Rank #452 / 1644
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
100.0% Well Ivy 6 Tenant LLC And Oakmont Managmnt Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Walnut Valley Senior Living
AL
MC
Walnut
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1644
No
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 57
Rank #641 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
9
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
70.8% Walnut Acquisition LLC And Walnut Silver Town, IncStudio / 1 Bed
Capriana
AL
MC
Brea
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 104
Rank #152 / 1644
Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 57
Rank #804 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
10
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #493 / 1497
69.0% Well Oak Ccrc Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management GroupStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Brookdale Nohl Ranch
AL
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
266
Facility 266
CA AVG 104
Rank #74 / 1644
Yes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 57
Rank #1368 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
11
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #365 / 1497
39.5% Blc Nohl Ranch LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Brea
AL
Brea
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 104
Rank #641 / 1644
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 57
Rank #1048 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
10
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #401 / 1497
76.4% Brea Brea LLC And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed
Ivy Park at Fullerton
AL
MC
Fullerton (Sunny Hills)
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 104
Rank #879 / 1644
Yes
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 57
Rank #1674 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
2
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1397 / 1497
87.1% Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Fullerton
AL
MC
Fullerton
152
Facility 152
CA AVG 104
Rank #335 / 1644
Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 57
Rank #1420 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1219 / 1497
73.0% Well Oak Tenant LLC And Oakmont Managememt Group LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meridian At Anaheim Hills
AL
IL
MC
RC
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1644
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #887 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1400
11
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #669 / 1497
65.8% Hsre Meridian At Anaheim Hills Trs LLC And AnaheimSuite
Ivy Park at Tustin – Santa Ana
AL
MC
Santa Ana
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 104
Rank #995 / 1644
Yes
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 57
Rank #1674 / 2087
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1400
3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1397 / 1497
68.6% Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Beach Terrace
AL
MC
Stanton
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1644
No
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 57
Rank #767 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1400
2
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
- 48.3% Klmh Enterprises LLCSuite
Kirkwood Orange
AL
MC
RC
Orange (East Taft Avenue)
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 104
Rank #1028 / 1644
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #631 / 1400
8
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #996 / 1497
81.8% Kirkwood Orange Msl LLC And Msl Community Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Garden Grove
AL
MC
Garden Grove
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 104
Rank #418 / 1644
Yes
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 57
Rank #980 / 2087
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 81
Rank #1261 / 1400
22
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #1123 / 1386
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1159
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #185 / 1497
84.3% Summerville At Cobbco Inc And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed
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Walnut Village in Anaheim

891 S Walnut St, Anaheim, CA 92802
Overview of Walnut Village in Anaheim

Situated in the charming neighborhood of South Walnut Street, Anaheim, CA, Walnut Village is an extraordinary senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features specially designed and cozy residences in variations of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans for seniors to enjoy comfort and security like no other. With its commitment to easing seniors’ worries, Walnut Village takes pride in a team of compassionate and well-trained professionals handling maintenance, housekeeping, and other household responsibilities.

Make the most out of your day with fun activities and enjoyable programs highlighting your interests and strengths. The community utilizes innovative technologies and holistic approaches to ensure individuals with dementia receive the right care and assistance. Walnut Village promotes a bright and friendly environment for seniors to spend their golden years happily.

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Overview of Sunrise of Orange

Operating for three years, Sunrise of Orange is an assisted living community on East Lincoln Avenue in Orange, California, managed by Sunrise Senior Living. The two-story residence offers 139 studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments and currently maintains a 71% occupancy rate.

The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 82, allowing older adults and visiting families to reach many shops, services, and everyday destinations on foot. Its location along the Lincoln Avenue corridor also provides convenient pedestrian and transit access.

The community has been found in compliance with infection control, food supply, and safety equipment requirements, as per state inspections.

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Overview of Sunrise of Yorba Linda

Sunrise of Yorba Linda is a one-of-a-kind senior living community in Yorba Linda, CA, offering compassionate care tailored to individual needs. Offering both Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term Stays, the community ensures personalized attention through dedicated care managers. Residents delight in forging friendships and participating in a vibrant array of activities such as trips to Pechanga Casino, gardening, coffee gatherings, and outings to Angels games.

At Sunrise of Yorba Linda, they enrich the lives of each resident by fostering a sense of community and well-being. The community boasts award-winning status, recognized for excellence in memory care and service quality. Residents benefit from comprehensive medical services including physical therapy and podiatry, ensuring comfort and convenience right within the inviting community. A chef prepares daily meals using fresh ingredients, while an on-site Certified Validation Teachers cater to those with memory loss and Alzheimer’s, promoting a supportive environment where every resident can thrive.

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Ivy Park at Bradford

1180 N Bradford Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
Overview of Ivy Park at Bradford

Nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Bradford Avenue, Placentia, CA, Ivy Park at Bradford is a blissful senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Featuring private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, alongside companion suites and private suites at Evergreen at Ivy, the community provides spacious and comfortable residences. Ivy Park at Bradford ensures comfort and safety with round-the-clock care from kind, compassionate, and well-trained individuals.

With its Whole Living Approach. Ivy Park at Bradford delivers a holistic approach to care for its residents. Collaborating with the seniors and their families, the community strives to provide care and assistance tailored to their unique needs and preferences. Residents enjoy all-day dining with freshly prepared healthy meals. To ensure its residents’ wellness and leisure, Ivy Park at Bradford is well-equipped with wonderful amenities including a fitness center, an activities studio, a bistro, a club room, a library, an outdoor courtyard fireplace, a full-service salon, beautiful gardens, and spacious indoor and outdoor lounge areas.

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Overview of Walnut Valley Senior Living

Operated by Walnut Acquisition LLC and Walnut Silver Town, Inc., Walnut Valley Senior Living is a 120-bed residential community in Walnut, California. It is led by administrator Donghyun Moon. The two-story community has served older adults for four years, providing personalized support with daily living. Its location on Colima Road is in a very walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 73. Residents and visiting family can reach many nearby shops and services while walking.

State inspections have reported no deficiencies. The community met requirements for infection control, staffing, resident rights, and safety. Complaints received in 2025 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated. Annual reviews since 2023 have shown consistent compliance with state licensing rules and operating standards.

The community offers one-bedroom apartments for residents. Families interested in Walnut Valley Senior Living are encouraged to visit in person. A tour provides them the opportunity to see the community, explore the living spaces, and talk with staff about the care and support available for their loved one.

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Capriana

460 La Floresta Dr, Brea, CA 92823
Overview of Capriana

Get immersed in luxurious retirement experience at Capriana, an elegant senior living community in Brea, CA, offering retirement living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides bright and airy studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments, providing a haven of elegance and comfort to residents. Residents have access to various care services, including personal care assistance, medication management, medical care coordination, home maintenance, room service, and an on-site nurse.

Capriana offers their Traditions Memory Care program to help residents dealing with memory impairments live full, joyful, connected, and engaged lives. The community also provides an array of amenities designed for residents’ comfort and enjoyment, such as a heated swimming pool, beautiful garden and courtyard, cozy movie theater, and exciting bar and lounge. Executive chefs and a talented culinary team work together in preparing exquisite meals using fresh ingredients, ensuring residents experience an exceptional dining experience that nourishes their body and makes them happy.

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Overview of Brookdale Nohl Ranch

Based on three stunning acres in Anaheim Hills, California, Brookdale Nohl Ranch is a unique senior living community offering cozy and welcoming assisted living. Residents are guaranteed a safe and comfortable living space with thoughtfully designed apartments ranging from a studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community also provides personal assistance and easy access to plenty of parks, shopping centers, and cultural attractions, ensuring seniors enjoy a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle.

Brookdale Nohl Ranch aims to give seniors a cozy and stimulating environment with various on-site activities to complement their diverse interests and needs. Residents enjoy a personalized dining experience and access to various amenities, including a putting green, an arts and crafts studio, an on-site hair salon, a clinic, business centers, and a game room. At Brookdale Nohl Ranch, residents are treated like a family and surrounded by encouragement, support, and friendship.

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Overview of Brookdale Brea

Brookdale Brea is a top-rated assisted living community in Brea, CA, offering personal care. Here, older adults can feel at home, especially with a cozy and welcoming environment. Excellent services, including 24-hour support, housekeeping, laundry, and freshly-prepared meals, are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care for their needs. 

Fitness classes, games, and hobby clubs are among the many activities dedicated to helping residents stay active and have fun. Residents can also freely interact with their surroundings and relax, with state-of-the-art amenities like the library, bistro, and garden. With bus stops and shops in the area, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. Providing high standards of care for older adults’ well-being, this memory care community is one of the best options for senior living in California. 

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Ivy Park at Fullerton

2226 N Euclid St, Fullerton, CA 92835
Overview of Ivy Park at Fullerton

Ivy Park at Fullerton offers assisted living and memory care services– delivered by the staff’s compassionate and kind approach. They ensure that every resident can live a purposeful life every day and feel at home through the exceptional service and care they provide. Ivy Park is considerably one of the most welcoming and inclusive senior living communities, which would be ideal for you or your loved one who seeks a home secured with safety.

The lifestyle at Ivy Park ensures that everyone stays active, which is why they have wellness programs that help enrich their body and spirit. Community services and amenities include concierge services, arts and crafts, social activities, a full-service hair salon, and indoor and outdoor common areas.

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Oakmont of Fullerton

433 W Bastanchury Rd, Fullerton, CA 92835
Overview of Oakmont of Fullerton

Fullerton residents seeking assisted living or memory care can find Oakmont at 433 West Bastanchury Road in Orange County. The 152-bed community, licensed by California in January 2023, is operated by Well Oak Tenant LLC and Oakmont Management Group LLC under administrator Maria Kauten’s leadership.

Housing comprises studio, suite, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom floor plans spanning 445 to 1,099 square feet within a 3-story building. Pet-friendly policies and wheelchair-accessible design, including ground-floor units, accommodate diverse resident needs. Since 2022, zero citations have been recorded, compared to the California average of 10 violations. The most recent inspections illustrate this track record: on January 30, 2026, a complaint investigation yielded zero deficiencies, as did the November 2024 annual inspection, which specifically confirmed infection control and safety equipment in proper order.

Complaint investigations have found no substantiated allegations of neglect, improper charges, or resident mistreatment. The facility has experienced 54% fewer complaint visits and 70% fewer complaint investigations than typical California assisted living residences.

No federal penalties or fines have been assessed.

An in-house executive chef and culinary team deliver meals through a pub, café, and formal dining room. Recreational programming includes ballroom, billiards lounge, fitness center, computer and media center, and fireplace spaces. Round-the-clock staffing provides 24-hour availability of licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants. Memory care support services, respite care options, and transportation complete the service array.

Current occupancy reaches 73% of the 152-bed capacity.

The Walk Score of 47 reflects a somewhat walkable setting where some services are accessible on foot; most errands require transportation.

Oakmont of Fullerton suits Fullerton-area seniors and individuals with memory loss requiring assisted living support or specialized dementia care within a newly established, fully compliant community emphasizing culinary excellence and structured programming.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Placentia, CA

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?

Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does California Medicaid cover assisted living?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 26 assisted living facilities in Placentia, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Placentia, CA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Placentia, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Placentia, CA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.