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Compare Memory Care around Orange County The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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| Silverado Brea Memory Care Community |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Brea (Downtown Brea) | 70 | Yes | 67 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 61.4% | - | Silverado Brea Llc; Silverado Senior Living Mgt | Private Rooms |
| Silverado Newport Mesa |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Costa Mesa (East Side Costa Mesa) | 82 | Yes | 79 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 68.3% | - | Silverado Newport Mesa Llc;Silverado Sr Lvng Mgmt | Private Rooms |
| Silverado The Huntington Memory Care Community |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Alhambra | 62 | Yes | 72 | 5 | 23 | 7 | 14 | 91.9% | - | Subtenant 1118 N Stoneman; Silverado Sr Lvg Mgt | Private Rooms |
| Kirkwood Orange |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Orange (East Taft Avenue) | 66 | Yes | 81 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 81.8% | - | Kirkwood Orange Msl Llc; Msl Community Mgmt Llc | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Watermark Laguna Niguel |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Laguna Niguel | 135 | No | 53 | 2 | 3 | - | 2 | 45.2% | - | Us Alliance Holden Of Forbes Tenant Llc; Watermark | - |
| Newport Beach Memory Care |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Newport Beach (Superior Heights) | 42 | Yes | 77 | 4 | 18 | 3 | 10 | 59.5% | - | Corktree Holdings, Llc | Private Rooms |
| Walnut Village in Anaheim |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Anaheim (Southwest Anaheim) | 334 | Yes | 58 | 5 | 4 | - | 26 | 59.3% | - | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale Anaheim |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Anaheim (Northwest Anaheim) | 140 | Yes | 66 | 4 | 27 | 3 | 20 | 77.1% | - | Summerville At Fairwood Manor Llc; Emeritus Corp | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed |
| Forever Young Memory Care |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Santa Ana | 6 | No | 38 | 4 | - | - | 10 | 83.3% | A+ | Forever Young Senior Living | Private Rooms |
| Oakmont of Orange Assisted Living & Memory Care |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Orange | - | Yes | 51 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Preserve at Woodland Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Woodland Hills | 60 | No | 60 | 4 | 32 | 28 | 4 | 76.7% | - | Welbrook Woodland Hills Opco Llc;Woodland Hills Mc | Private Rooms |
| Brookdale Sunwest |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Hemet | 60 | Yes | 4 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 11 | 66.7% | - | Summerville At Cobbco Inc; Emeritus Corporation | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa |
| Brookdale Folsom |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Folsom | 130 | No | 69 | 5 | 26 | 12 | 11 | 51.5% | - | Emeritus Corporation | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Carmel Village |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fountain Valley (Colonia Juarez) | 220 | Yes | 70 | 3 | 33 | 2 | 40 | 83.2% | - | Voris, Kathleen S. | - |
Overview of Brookdale Sunwest
Greeting seniors and guests with a blissful environment, Brookdale Sunwest is an exceptional senior living community situated on North Lyon Avenue, Hemet, CA that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community offers a variety of well-designed floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments and villas. Enjoy independence and a maintenance-free lifestyle with genuine helping hands from Brookdale Sunwest.
The community strives to know every resident individually to provide them with carefully curated activities to hone their interests and interactions better. With residents’ dietary needs and preferences in mind, the community serves healthy and delicious chef-prepared meals all day while fostering a sense of belonging and familiarity for memory care residents with scheduled meal times. Brookdale Sunwest ensures seniors remain active and connected with a pet-friendly environment and wonderful amenities including a library, a beauty and barbershop, a theater, a game room, a fireside living room, beautifully manicured grounds, and serene walking paths.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 388 / 540 / 620 / 795 / 935 / 980 / 1,050 / 1,115 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
The Preserve at Woodland Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care
Providing top-tier care across Los Angeles, CA, the Preserve at Woodland Hills is a paradisal senior living community that focuses on assisted living and memory care. The community features an award-winning Spark research-based program, that ensures the residents feel needed and stay productive. Furthermore, the program highlights four fundamental needs such as social, skills-focused, procedural memory, and progression and goal setting. A beautiful and serene residence where seniors may spend their meaningful time.
The Preserve at Woodland Hills offers pleasing and spacious apartments with a range of floor plans including private rooms with private baths and private bedrooms with shared baths. The community serves special delicacies and gourmet dining that satisfy residents’ cravings. With the residents’ enjoyment and wellness in mind, the Preserve at Woodland Hills amenities include activity rooms, outdoor patios, relaxing walkways, a movie theater, and a grand piano.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 60 Years Old
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Overview of Brookdale Folsom
Burrowed in the heart of Folsom, California, Brookdale Folsom is a remarkable senior living community that promises its residents an exceptional senior living experience through their assisted living and memory care services. The community features various floor plans ranging from studios to one-bedroom or two-bedroom options, with ample storage, plenty of natural light, and convenient amenities.
With EngagementPlus, Brookdale allows residents to come together over shared interests to help create meaningful relationships. Brookdale Folsom’s convenient location provides residents easy access to shops, local attractions, and top-notch medical centers for residents’ healthcare needs. To ensure residents a comfortable and convenient life, the community also provides various concierge services and a personal solutions program for stocking residents’ necessities. Moreover, Brookdale Folsom also offers amenities like 24/7 assistance, salon services, transportation for various needs, and a wide range of daily activities to ensure that the residents’ holistic needs are met.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Overview of Carmel Village
Overlooking the beautiful neighborhood of Fountain Valley, CA, Carmel Village is a paradisal senior living community that offers three care levels, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents here enjoy a maintenance-free living in their impeccably designed accommodations near Huntington Beach, Mile Square Regional Park, and other local spots. Those needing extra care and support are provided with a 24-hour care team supervised by a licensed nurse and an array of care services, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and personal care assistance.
Residents live life to the fullest with a broad array of planned events and activities that provides plenty of opportunities for indulging their passions for arts, music, fitness, education, and other interests. Indulge in fine dining experiences with a daily selection of fresh, delicious meals served restaurant style in an elegant dining room. A wide array of delightful amenities are also available to foster activity, enjoyment, and leisure, such as a fully-equipped fitness center, clubhouse, card room, library, arts & crafts room, and a beauty parlor.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 360 / 390 / 440 / 550 sq. ft
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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.
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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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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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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
What services do you offer?
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care 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.
Does California Medicaid cover memory care?
California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 14 memory care communities in Orange County, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.
