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Best Memory Care in Santa Ana, CA

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Last updated
Dec 2025
We analyzed
5 homes in Santa Ana, CA

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

Compare Memory Care around Santa Ana

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

Ivy Park at Tustin – Santa Ana
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
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;Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
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 / 1657
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 57
Rank #1180 / 2092
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 81
Rank #1271 / 1401
29
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #1270 / 1397
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #953 / 1164
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #988 / 1487
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #265 / 1368
Fountain Valley Opco LLC;Sunshine Retirement Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Crescent Landing at Garden Grove 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.

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
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1300 / 1487
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #756 / 1368
Welltower Tenant Group LLC; Oakmont Mgmt Group LLCPrivate / Shared Suite
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 #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
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

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 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.

Contact Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care

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.

Contact Crescent Landing at Garden Grove Memory Care

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.

Contact Forever Young Memory Care

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.

Contact Clearwater at North Tustin

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