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Overview of Town & Country

Town & Country offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Santa Ana, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because Town & Country offers several care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 328 beds, and total nurse staffing is 5h 36m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Sara Modugno is the administrator, and Christian And Missionary Alliance operates the community.

A Walk Score of 67 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet at the community.

Starting Price $4,620/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Coastal Heights Senior Living

Coastal Heights Senior Living in the College Park neighborhood of Costa Mesa, California, provides independent living for seniors who do not require daily personal assistance. The property features private one-bedroom residences, allowing individuals to maintain their own personal space while accessing shared community offerings.

Residents have access to an outdoor courtyard, garden walking paths, and an on-site salon and spa, alongside pet-friendly guidelines. Programming includes religious services, organized community events, a dedicated Military Veterans Program, Elevate® Dining, and the Vibrant Life® program under the leadership of director Catherine Ratelle. A walk score of 79 makes the surrounding area highly walkable, enabling non-driving residents to run most daily errands nearby on foot.

Individuals interested in independent senior apartments in Costa Mesa can connect with Coastal Heights Senior Living to learn more about residency requirements or schedule a tour.

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Overview of Flower Park Plaza

Make every moment of your later years count with Flower Park Plaza, an astounding community set in the vibrant neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA, offering independent living. Here, residents find the accommodation that best suits their lifestyle with the community’s 198 cozy and specially designed studio and cozy one-bedroom floor plans. Equipped with full kitchens and individually controlled heating and air conditioning, residents can rest assured of enjoying comfort and convenience to its finest.

As a CCH owned- and operated community, the community offers a relatively affordable cost of living while providing the highest quality of life. Residents are also free to explore nearby attractions for leisure and have easy access to their needs with convenient public transportation. Community amenities also include a television lounge with library, a large community room, and an on-site laundry room, ensuring residents gain meaningful interactions and easily handle their chores.

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Overview of New Horizon Village Senior Apartment Homes

Make the most of your independence at New Horizon Village, an idyllic retreat in Anaheim, CA, offering independent living. Those 62+ can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with a variety of thoughtfully furnished one-bedroom floor plans. 24-hour emergency maintenance and management are also taken care of, ensuring older adults have a hassle-free lifestyle.

Here, residents can interact with their surroundings and live actively with cozy gathering spaces. Shopping, dining, and entertainment are available nearby, providing easy access to their necessities and leisure. Amenities include a gazebo, a library, a BBQ area, a clubhouse, and a putting green, creating the ideal setting for the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Coastal Heights

Coastal Heights is an independent living community in Costa Mesa, CA. Independent living here means private living with community services and no daily care, so it may suit someone who wants to manage daily routines independently while living in a community setting.

Located in the College Park neighborhood, the community offers a one-bedroom home with a separate bedroom. The area has a Walk Score of 79, placing it in the very walkable band, so a resident who no longer drives can still handle most errands on foot and get out independently. Pets are allowed, making it possible for a resident to keep a pet as part of the move.

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Overview of Casa Pacifica Senior Apartments

Live a blissful retirement at Casa Pacifica Senior Apartments, an astounding community in Santa Ana, CA, offering independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can ease their worries with on-site management and laundry spaces.

Residents enjoy various recreation sites and necessities with the community’s proximity to green spaces and delightful restaurants. A community kitchen is also available, ensuring residents have the nutrients they need to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is great for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its bright and friendly environment.

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Overview of Heritage Park Senior Apartments

Heritage Park Senior Apartments offers independent living in Anaheim, CA, within a 55+ affordable apartment community. It may suit adults 55 and older who want a private apartment without daily care. There are one-bedroom and two-bedroom options. The layouts can accommodate either one resident or a couple moving together.

Landscaped gardens and walkways give residents places to spend time outdoors. The clubhouse adds shared space for activities, with a full kitchen and library for gatherings and reading. Resident events and planned community activities create scheduled opportunities to participate without leaving the property.

Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet in their apartment. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that can make it possible to get out independently.

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Overview of The Inn at Woodbridge

The Inn at Woodbridge is an independent living community in Irvine, California, serving adults age 62 and older. Residents have private living spaces with community services rather than daily care, making it a possible fit for an older adult who manages daily tasks independently and wants a pet-friendly apartment.

In the Woodbridge neighborhood, the community offers studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, each with a fully equipped kitchen for preparing meals at home. A pool and personal garden spaces provide options for recreation and outdoor use, and transportation is available through the community. The area has a Walk Score of 74 and is very walkable, so most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, pharmacies or cafes independently.

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Overview of Woodbridge Manor

Surrounded by serene green spaces in Irvine, CA, Woodbridge Manor is an esteemed community that offers independent living. The community has cozy and specially designed one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents enjoy maintenance-free living with on-site management, laundry, and emergency maintenance.

Residents have quick access to plenty of recreation sites and natural spaces, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delightful restaurants are also set nearby, providing a variety of delightful dining options that cater to their needs and preferences. Here, pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness.

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Overview of Sage Park Senior Apartment Homes

In the Northwest Anaheim area of Anaheim, CA, Sage Park Senior Apartment Homes offers independent living for adults aged 62 and above. Independent living in this context means having your own apartment along with communal amenities, excluding any daily assistance, making it suitable for individuals who manage their own requirements.

The floor plans consist of one-bedroom or two-bedroom options. A one-bedroom is a personal area designated for an individual occupant. Two bedrooms are suitable for a couple relocating together or for someone wishing to have a companion.

The swimming pool, the spa, the fitness center, and the clubhouse are all available on the premises. A barbecue area and picnic area complete it, with opportunities for leisure and socializing with neighbors, and pets are also allowed.

Most errands can be accomplished by walking, as the Walk Score is 74, making it very walkable, allowing individuals who no longer drive to venture out independently. Each apartment includes a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave.

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Independent Living in Orange County at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 71/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Orange County, 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: 184The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Orange County, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90