Compare Assisted Living around Orange County
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Sunrise of Orange | AL MC | Orange (East Lincoln Avenue) | 139
Facility
139
CA AVG
104
Rank
#444 / 1648 | Yes |
82
Facility
82
CA AVG
57
Rank
#356 / 2087 | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#108 / 1399 | 6 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#210 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1215 / 1494 | 71.2% | Sunrise Of Orange Opco LLC And Sunrise Senior Et Al | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Orchards Health Center | AL MC NH RC SNF | Mission Viejo | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
104
Rank
#845 / 1648 | No |
6
Facility
6
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1998 / 2087 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1399 | 4 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1160 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#994 / 1494 | 56.7% | The Orchards Hc LLC | - |
| Kirkwood Orange | AL MC RC | Orange (East Taft Avenue) | 66
Facility
66
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1030 / 1648 | Yes |
81
Facility
81
CA AVG
57
Rank
#383 / 2087 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1399 | 8 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#588 / 1388 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1160 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#994 / 1494 | 81.8% | Kirkwood Orange Msl LLC And Msl Community Mgmt LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Orange Healthcare & Wellness Center, LLC | AL HOS NH PC RC SNF | Orange | 112
Facility
112
CA AVG
104
Rank
#631 / 1648 | No |
58
Facility
58
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1126 / 2087 | - | - | - | - | - | 82.8% | - | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Mainplace Senior Living | AL MC RC | Orange | 153
Facility
153
CA AVG
104
Rank
#330 / 1648 | Yes |
69
Facility
69
CA AVG
57
Rank
#767 / 2087 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1300 / 1399 | 40 | 48
Facility
48
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1343 / 1388 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
3
Rank
#951 / 1160 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#899 / 1494 | 79.1% | Orange Senior Living Inc | - |
| Raya‘s Paradise San Clemente | AL MC | San Clemente | 80
Facility
80
CA AVG
104
Rank
#913 / 1648 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1240 / 2087 | 62
Facility
62
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1270 / 1399 | 12 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1142 / 1388 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1011 / 1160 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1215 / 1494 | 41.3% | Rp Of Sc Inc | - |
| Oakmont of Orange Assisted Living & Memory Care | AL MC | Orange | - | Yes |
51
Facility
51
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1321 / 2087 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Signature Resident Care, Inc. | AL | Laguna Hills | - | No |
14
Facility
14
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1908 / 2087 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Single / Double Rooms |
Signature Residence – Laguna Hills is a luxurious assisted living community in Laguna Hills, CA, offering personal care. Featuring newly renovated rooms in a warm and home-like setting, the community ensures older adults can live comfortably in their later years. Three nutritious meals daily, daily housekeeping, and 24-hour supervision are among the exceptional services that aim to help residents maintain their independence with ease. Through personalized care plans, residents also receive the utmost attention and care tailored to their unique needs and habits.
Exercises, pet therapy, and holiday celebrations foster engagement and encourage residents to live actively. Cozy living rooms and spacious outdoors also ensure residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated in the peaceful residential area of Laguna Hills, residents experience a laid-back retirement. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this assisted living community ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Orange County, 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 11 assisted living facilities in Orange County, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Orange County, 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 Orange County, 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 Orange County, 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.
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