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Best Memory Care in Santa Ana, CA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Dec 2025

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and California Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $5,750
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $4,500–$7,000
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: 1:5–1:8
National average: 1:6

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

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Park View Estates 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.

Fountain Valley
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 103
Rank #256 / 1658
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 57
Rank #1181 / 2093
29
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 11.6
Rank #1270 / 1397
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3.2
Rank #953 / 1164
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 11
Rank #844 / 1365
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
CA AVG 73.6%
Rank #253 / 1289
Fountain Valley Opco LLC;Sunshine Retirement Et Al Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Clearwater at North Tustin
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.

Santa Ana
124
Facility 124
CA AVG 103
Rank #542 / 1658
Yes
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 57
Rank #1694 / 2093
14
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 11.6
Rank #953 / 1397
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3.2
Rank #953 / 1164
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 11
Rank #946 / 1365
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
CA AVG 73.6%
Rank #258 / 1289
Clearwater At North Tustin, LLC: Csl Berkshire Ope Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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
67Agape Senior Homes LLC
Bubbe & Zayde's Place II
RC
Santa Ana
626Curkin, Bonnie R.
Bubbe & Zayde's Place IV
RC
Santa Ana
623Curkin, Bonnie R.
Bubbe & Zayde's Place Vii
RC
Santa Ana
613Bubbe & Zayde's Place, INC.
Bubbe And Zayde's Place, INC
RC
Santa Ana
65Bubbe And Zaydes Place, INC.
Casa Palma
RC
Santa Ana
64Strong Tower, INC
Century Guest Home, The
RC
Santa Ana
633Deocampo, Elena B. & Julius & Liezl, Gp's
Crossroads Elderly Care
RC
Santa Ana
630Clayton, Michael A. & Patricia
Devoted Family Care Home
RC
Santa Ana
63Cjj Residential Care Facility INC
Flowers Family Care
RC
Santa Ana
64Flowers Family Care LLC
Garden Of Joy Guest Home
RC
Santa Ana
68Jmc 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
618V & V Enterprises, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes I
RC
Santa Ana
620Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes II
RC
Santa Ana
620Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes III
RC
Santa Ana
620Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Guardian Angels Homes IV
RC
Santa Ana
620Guardian Angels Homes, INC.
Hill Manor Elderly Care
RC
Santa Ana
67Gpm Healthcare Management INC
Hills Of Highland, The
RC
Santa Ana
62Hills Of Highland, INC, The
Nothing Hills Guest Home LLC
RC
Santa Ana
66Nothing Hills Guest Home LLC
Rose Garden Villa
RC
Santa Ana
67Santa Ana Community Care Facility INC
Sunshine Days For The Elderly
RC
Santa Ana
66Valbi Group INC
Vass Senior Care
RC
Santa Ana
66Vass, Agoston
Violet Residential Care 2
RC
Santa Ana
61Violet Residential Care 2
Overview of Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care

Park View Estates is an inviting senior community dedicated to offering continuing care for its residents. They offer assisted living and memory care services to seniors in the Orange County, California area. With its Assisted Living and Memory Care suites, the community sets the stage for resort-style living intertwined with exceptional personal care.

In its commitment to providing personalized and adaptable Care & Wellness programs, the team at Park View Estates endeavors to nurture independence within a private and secure setting, ensuring each resident receives the tailored care they require. Park View Estates’ mission revolves around fostering a warm, safe environment that instills a sense of independence, safety, and engagement in its residents. Assisted Living and Memory Care residents can select from an array of suite layouts, including studios, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom companions.

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Overview of Forever Young Memory Care

Living with Alzheimer’s and dementia is a unique set of challenges to daily living, but, with Forever Young, memory care services espouse purposeful living and compassionate care. To provide the best experience, a warm and professional staff gets to know each resident, their unique personalities, history, to personalize the ideal care plan.

At Forever Young, residents receive the full range of assistance daily, including three nutritious meals, grooming, and physician visits. Stimulating activities are also conducted to make your new life at this memory care home a comfortable experience such as gardening, bird feeding at Forever Young’s custom aviary, ice cream socials, music therapy and more.

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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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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 Memory Care in Santa Ana, CA

What is the average cost of memory care in Santa Ana, CA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Santa Ana, CA is approximately $5,750. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Santa Ana, CA?

Memory care in Santa Ana, CA typically ranges from $4,500–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Santa Ana, CA?

Memory care communities in Santa Ana, CA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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 3 memory care communities in Santa Ana, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.