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Best Assisted Living in Santa Ana, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 7 assisted living communities in Santa Ana, CA using California Department 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: 60/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Santa Ana, 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: 112The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Santa Ana, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Town & Country
AL
IL
MC
NH
Santa Ana (East Memory Lane)
328
Facility 328
CA AVG 103
Rank #45 / 1657
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #830 / 2092
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1247 / 1401
23
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1242 / 1397
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #828 / 1164
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #21 / 1487
32.9%
Facility 32.9%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1355 / 1368
Christian And Missionary Alliance-
Ivy Park at Tustin – Santa Ana
AL
MC
Santa Ana
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 103
Rank #1001 / 1657
Yes
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 57
Rank #1679 / 2092
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1401
3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1391 / 1487
68.6%
Facility 68.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #877 / 1368
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Crescent Landing at Garden Grove Memory Care
AL
MC
Garden Grove (West Garden Grove)
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 103
Rank #981 / 1657
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 57
Rank #563 / 2092
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 81
Rank #688 / 1401
8
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #719 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1300 / 1487
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #756 / 1368
Welltower Tenant Group LLC And Oakmont Mgmt Group LLCPrivate / Shared Suite
Crescent Landing at South Coast
AL
MC
Santa Ana (South Coast Metro)
-No
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 57
Rank #805 / 2092
-------Suite
Clearwater at North Tustin
AL
MC
Santa Ana
124
Facility 124
CA AVG 103
Rank #540 / 1657
Yes
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 57
Rank #1693 / 2092
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 81
Rank #1022 / 1401
14
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #953 / 1397
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #953 / 1164
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1100 / 1487
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #269 / 1368
Clearwater At North Tustin, LLC: Csl Berkshire OpeStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
St. Francis Home
AL
Santa Ana (Santa Anita)
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 103
Rank #968 / 1657
No
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 57
Rank #486 / 2092
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 81
Rank #568 / 1401
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1397
-
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #106 / 1487
43.2%
Facility 43.2%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1310 / 1368
Franciscan Missionary Sisters-
A Touch Of Care Manor
RC
Santa Ana
6A Touch Of Care Manor LLC
Absolute Elderly Care,CORP.
RC
Santa Ana
61Absolute Elderly Care, CORP.
Agape Senior Homes LLC
RC
Santa Ana
6497Agape Senior Homes LLC
Bubbe & Zayde's Place II
RC
Santa Ana
63126Curkin, Bonnie R.
Bubbe & Zayde's Place IV
RC
Santa Ana
6423Curkin, Bonnie R.
Bubbe & Zayde's Place Vii
RC
Santa Ana
63113Bubbe & Zayde's Place, INC.
Bubbe And Zayde's Place, INC
RC
Santa Ana
6315Bubbe And Zaydes Place, INC.
Casa Palma
RC
Santa Ana
624Strong Tower, INC
Century Guest Home, The
RC
Santa Ana
631533Deocampo, Elena B. & Julius & Liezl, Gp's
Crossroads Elderly Care
RC
Santa Ana
64130Clayton, Michael A. & Patricia
Devoted Family Care Home
RC
Santa Ana
613Cjj Residential Care Facility INC
Flowers Family Care
RC
Santa Ana
624104Flowers Family Care LLC
Garden Of Joy Guest Home
RC
Santa Ana
638Jmc Community Care Facility INC
Garden Of Sage Guest Home
RC
Santa Ana
6Jrs Community Care Facility INC
Golden Senior Assisted Living I
RC
Santa Ana
61Golden Senior Assisted Living INC
Golden Tiara Guest Home
RC
Santa Ana
61Legacy Home Care, LLC
Grace's Home #2
RC
Santa Ana
6318V & V Enterprises, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes I
RC
Santa Ana
651220Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes II
RC
Santa Ana
6420Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes III
RC
Santa Ana
6420Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes IV
RC
Santa Ana
64120Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Hill Manor Elderly Care
RC
Santa Ana
6427Gpm Healthcare Management INC
Hills Of Highland, The
RC
Santa Ana
62Hills Of Highland, INC, The
Nothing Hills Guest Home LLC
RC
Santa Ana
6416Nothing Hills Guest Home LLC
Rose Garden Villa
RC
Santa Ana
6317Santa Ana Community Care Facility INC
Sunshine Days For The Elderly
RC
Santa Ana
656Valbi Group INC
Vass Senior Care
RC
Santa Ana
6416Vass, Agoston
Violet Residential Care 2
RC
Santa Ana
61Violet Residential Care 2
Overview of Town & Country

Located in the heart of Santa Ana, California, Town & Country is a distinguished non-profit Life Plan Community tailored to the needs of individuals aged 62 and above. This exceptional community offers various options, including active independent living, comprehensive assisted living, and the renowned five-star-rated skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation care. In 2021, Town & Country proudly introduced a cutting-edge memory care community known as Grace Gardens Memory Care, reflecting its ongoing commitment to providing innovative and compassionate care. One of the community’s standout achievements is being the sole free-standing skilled nursing facility in Orange County to hold a remarkable five-star rating across every category.

Town & Country’s unique identity is deeply rooted in Christian values, evident in its intentions and actions. The community embraces individuals of all faiths, fostering an inclusive environment where respect and support are extended to everyone. Positioned in a highly walkable neighborhood within central Orange County, Town & Country provides a dynamic and vibrant lifestyle within the serene confines of a picturesque garden setting. For nearly half a century, the community has been dedicated to delivering a superior living environment while maintaining exceptional value for its residents. Their dedication to excellence is further acknowledged by prestigious Medicare and the American Health Care Association (AHCA) awards, attesting to Town & Country’s unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of care and services.

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Ivy Park at Tustin – Santa Ana

12291 Newport Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Overview of Ivy Park at Tustin – Santa Ana

Ivy Park at Tustin 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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Overview of Crescent Landing at Garden Grove Memory Care

Formerly known as Valley View Memory Care, Crescent Landing at Garden Grove is a distinguished Memory Care community offering premier services to the vibrant senior community. With a specialization in Memory Care tailored for individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia-related conditions, Crescent Landing is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its senior residents. Situated less than 10 miles from renowned attractions, Crescent Landing offers a unique opportunity for residents to engage in a vibrant and diverse array of experiences.
Established in 1999, Crescent Landing at Garden Grove provides a nurturing and home-like environment that assures you that your loved ones receive the personalized care they deserve. Central to Crescent Landing’s mission is the celebrated SPARK program, an award-winning initiative that ensures your loved ones receive round-the-clock care, fostering a lifestyle that is not only content but also deeply fulfilling. They extend their care to Orange County and surrounding areas, including Anaheim, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Cerritos, La Mirada, Los Alamitos, Whittier, San Dimas, Stanton, and Long Beach.

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Overview of Bubbe & Zaydes Place

Bubbe & Zayde’s Place is a senior residential facility providing holistic care for the body and soul. The approach at Bubbe & Zayde’s Place is rooted in a comprehensive understanding of the ever-evolving needs of loved ones. They tirelessly strive to offer the utmost care, supporting residents in preserving their independence while fostering a strong sense of community. Located in Santa Ana, California, each of their homes is staffed around the clock, ensuring that residents’ healthcare needs are addressed promptly, day or night. Residents have the opportunity to age in place and remain within the community for the entirety of their lives.
Bubbe & Zayde’s Place is a non-medical facility. Still, it offers in-home medical services, including podiatry, mobile x-ray and laboratory services, medication supervision, and regular doctor visits. Moreover, the community possesses hospice and dementia waivers, signifying their unwavering commitment to ensuring that patients with dementia are never turned away. What sets them apart is the harmonious blend of culture, tradition, and premium senior services, all within a warm and familial setting that residents proudly call home. With a maximum of six residents per house, seniors can continue to follow their schedules, habits, and routines while benefiting from the personal attention and support they need.

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Overview of Crescent Landing at South Coast

Crescent Landing Santa Ana offers exceptional personal care for assisted living and memory care residents. A Frontier Management community, seniors can expect nothing but elegance and luxury. The cozy memory care living community performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff.

Crescent Landing’s lifestyle is all about satisfying each senior’s wellness; their personalized care includes daily health checks and medication management, scheduled local transportation is available upon request, and a calendar of activities is given to each resident, with a planned list of classes and outings. Their exclusive SPARK™ program focuses on individual care plans that help reach holistic wellness.

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Overview of Clearwater at North Tustin

A luxurious independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care facility at North Tustin, Clearwater, is a comfortable place that is inviting to all residents of different backgrounds. These are all created to ensure that residents can live a stress-free lifestyle and create a joyous experience in the community. The luxurious senior living community provides families with the belief that their loved ones are in great hands.

A member of the Clearwater group, North Tustin provides an array of upscale amenities and resort-like hospitality for residents of independent living, assisted living, and memory care.  Seniors can live a meaningful lifestyle through simple day-to-day living by its essential services such as housekeeping and laundry, transportation and concierge, and round-the-clock care.

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St. Francis Home

1718 West Sixth Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703
Overview of St. Francis Home

Founded over 85 years ago and RCFE-licensed since 1994, St. Francis Home is a 74-bed assisted living and memory care community at 1718 West Sixth Street in Santa Ana, California. Starting prices range from $2,000 to $5,000 monthly. Operated by the Franciscan Missionary Sisters under administrator Veronica Villalpando, the home serves women aged 62 and older who are ambulatory. Offered are assisted living, memory care, and respite care in a faith-based, mission-driven environment.

The inspection record is well above California’s average. Since 2022, St. Francis Home totaled 4 citations against a California average of 10, with zero complaints filed and zero complaint visits over the same period, compared to state averages of 14 and 13, respectively. The latest inspection was January 2026. No serious citations are on record. Registered nurse hours run 1h 18m per resident day, about 22 percent above California’s average, with weekend RN coverage at 57 minutes, 39 percent above state average.

Volunteer programs are active on-site.

St. Francis Home is built for ambulatory women 62 and older needing faith-centered assisted living or memory care in Orange County. It’s where a Franciscan mission, a clean four-year compliance record, and above-average nursing presence define the care environment.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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 Santa Ana, CA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Santa Ana, CA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Santa Ana, CA is approximately $6,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Santa Ana, CA?

Assisted living in Santa Ana, CA typically ranges from $5,000–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Santa Ana, CA?

Assisted living facilities in Santa Ana, CA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Santa Ana, CA?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~30–40 licensed assisted living facilities in Santa Ana, 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.