Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Tustin, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 33 memory care providers in Tustin, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in CA
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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Vivante Newport Center
MC
AL
IL
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 116
Rank #238 / 1,021
No
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #509 / 1,105
A-11
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #446 / 926
-Vivante Newport Ctrr LLC And Integral Sr. Lvg Mgt LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Fountain Valley
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 116
Rank #179 / 1,021
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #602 / 1,105
B+53
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #861 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #168 / 926
-Fountain Valley Opco LLC And Sunshine Retirement Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silverado Newport Mesa
MC
AL
RC
Costa Mesa (East Side Costa Mesa)
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 116
Rank #627 / 1,021
Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 56
Rank #242 / 1,105
B+19
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
68.3%
Facility 68.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #594 / 926
-Silverado Newport Mesa LLC And Silverado Sr. Lvng MgmtPrivate Rooms
Clearwater at North Tustin
MC
AL
Santa Ana
124
Facility 124
CA AVG 116
Rank #384 / 1,021
Yes
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 56
Rank #880 / 1,105
B-22
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #612 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #172 / 926
-Clearwater At North Tustin, LLC: Csl Berkshire OpeStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Garden Grove
MC
AL
Garden Grove
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 116
Rank #296 / 1,021
Yes
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #494 / 1,105
B-35
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #750 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
84.3%
Facility 84.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #255 / 926
-Summerville At Cobbco Inc And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed
Orange Grove
MC
AL
Laguna Hills
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 56
Rank #880 / 1,105
B+4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #468 / 974
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #619 / 926
-Joyful Home CorporationPrivate / Shared Rooms
Carmel Village
MC
AL
IL
Fountain Valley (Colonia Juarez)
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 116
Rank #85 / 1,021
Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #370 / 1,105
B+56
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #878 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
-Wellquest 625 Fountain Valley LLC-
Pacifica Senior Living South Coast
MC
AL
Costa Mesa (East Side Costa Mesa)
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 116
Rank #549 / 1,021
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #509 / 1,105
C-28
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #696 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 12
Rank #416 / 974
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #611 / 926
A+Pacifica Orange County LLC And Costa Mesa OperationsStudio / Suite
Kirkwood Orange
MC
AL
RC
Orange
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 116
Rank #701 / 1,021
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 56
Rank #205 / 1,105
C+11
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #337 / 926
-Kirkwood Orange Msl LLC And Msl Community Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Newport Mesa Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Costa Mesa (Mesa Del Mar)
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 116
Rank #803 / 1,021
Yes
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 56
Rank #222 / 1,105
D+14
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 12
Rank #325 / 974
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #753 / 926
A+Pacifica Newport Mesa LLC And Newport Mesa Mgr LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Silverado Newport Mesa

Silverado Newport Mesa is a highly rated memory care community in Costa Mesa, CA, offering specialized care for Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a nurturing and home-like environment. Residents also experience a maintenance-free lifestyle, with 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and household services. Through an evidence-based brain health program, the community strives to enhance residents’ cognition. 

Sensor-stimulating activities, light exercises, and social events help residents maintain holistic well-being and have fun. Specially designed rooms and accessible amenities also ensure residents’ relaxation and safety. Situated near major highways in the lively neighborhood of Costa Mesa, the community ensures residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. This memory care community is a great choice for senior living in California, as it has high standards of care and top-notch amenities. 

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Overview of Vivante Newport Center

Treat yourself to a lifetime vacation with the prominent senior living community of Vivante Newport Center which resides on the harmonious coasts of San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. The community features snug and sophisticated accommodations in variations of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring seniors have a relaxing and safe retirement. With its dedication to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Vivante Newport Center strives to deliver the highest quality of care and assistance from a compassionate team available around the clock.

Participate in engaging activities and enjoy fun programs to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. Mealtimes are something to anticipate with delightful and well-balanced meals that cater to nutritional needs and preferences. Vivante Newport Center is a haven for seniors seeking to enjoy their best years with proper support in its vibrant and welcoming spaces.

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Overview of Brookdale Garden Grove

If you’re seeking a vibrant lifestyle with a perfect balance of independence and support, Brookdale Garden Grove in Garden Grove, California, could be the right senior living community for you. Brookdale Garden Grove offers assisted living and memory care in well-designed studios and one-bedroom apartments. The community’s compassionate caregivers provide assistance with daily living for assisted living residents while their memory care neighborhood receives a person-centered memory care program provided by a highly skilled and nurturing team of professionals.

At Brookdale Garden Grove, residents find the care to fit their needs in one community. In addition to round-the-clock assistance, maintenance services, and housekeeping, residents enjoy deliciously prepared meals and participate in diverse activities such as fitness classes, shopping trips, and game nights. The community also provides various amenities for residents’ leisure and wellness, including a well-stocked library, a general store, a game room, beautiful outdoor areas, and wifi access for entertainment and long-distance communication with families and friends.

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Overview of Orange Grove

Orange Grove is a unique community surrounded by local amenities in Adamo, Laguna Hills, CA, that offers assisted living. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, helping with their daily living activities and other personal needs to ensure comfort and convenience like no other. With over 20 years of experience, residents can rest assured of receiving the finest care and assistance for their special needs.

Encouraging residents to remain well-engaged and active, fun activities and engaging programs are conducted for leisure and wellness. Medication assistance and monitoring of change in conditions are provided to ensure residents are well-cared for. Meals are also carefully prepared to meet dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those who need assistance in living their daily lives comfortably.

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Overview of Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care

Operated by Fountain Valley Opco LLC and Sunshine Retirement Et Al, Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care is a senior living community in Fountain Valley, California, offering assisted living and memory care in one location. Maria Arriaga serves as the administrator. The two-story community has been serving residents for 5 years and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites.

With 170 beds, Park View Estates is one of the larger senior living communities in the area. The community currently has 154 occupied beds, resulting in an occupancy rate of 91%. The community’s assisted living and memory care allow residents to remain in the same community if their care needs change.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 56, making it moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while most trips require a car. Residents who enjoy getting outside independently may want to consider how the surrounding area fits their daily routine.

State inspections conducted by the California Department of Social Services have addressed topics including staff response times to resident call systems, documentation related to resident care, and building maintenance, including elevator upkeep. Families touring Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care should ask how these areas are being today.

Contact Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care

Kirkwood Orange

1525 E Taft Ave, Orange, CA 92865
Overview of Kirkwood Orange

Kirkwood Orange offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Orange, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

Assisted living and memory care share one community. That may be a good fit for a resident whose care needs grow over time. Kirkwood Orange has 66 beds, with studios and one bedroom layouts available. A studio provides one private space, while a one bedroom layout offers a separate bedroom.

The area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet. Zehra Syed serves as the administrator, and Kirkwood Orange is operated by Kirkwood Orange Msl and Msl Community Mgmt.

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Newport Mesa Senior Living

2891 Bear St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Overview of Newport Mesa Senior Living

Located in Costa Mesa, California, Newport Mesa Senior Living is a premier senior living community. Their unique care routines are thoughtfully crafted to offer those living with memory-related conditions a secure and comfortable environment, enhancing their quality of life.

Their senior living options encompass a host of amenities, including chef-prepared dining, housekeeping services, and specialized memory care programs. Renowned for their award-winning memory care services, this community specializes in providing exceptional care to individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory-related conditions.

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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.

Contact Clearwater at North Tustin

Carmel Village

17077 San Mateo St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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.

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Overview of Pacifica Senior Living South Coast

Pacifica Senior Living South Coast offers assisted living and memory care in Costa Mesa, including the East Side Costa Mesa neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time.

The community has 98 beds, with studio and suite housing options. A starting price of $2,800 gives families an initial monthly figure for budgeting. A studio offers one private living space, while a suite provides the other available layout. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a companion animal when moving in.

A Walk Score of 61 places the area in a somewhat walkable band. Some errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. The fitness center, art studio, garden, and walking paths support exercise, creative activities, and outdoor time. The bistro and salon or spa provide places for dining and personal care within the community.

Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy, and transportation is available for trips beyond the community. Yaylene Mazariegos serves as the administrator. Pacifica Orange County and Costa Mesa Operations operates the community.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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.

  • 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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Memory Care in Tustin at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 59/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tustin, 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: 132The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tustin, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Tustin, 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 33 memory care communities in Tustin, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Tustin, 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 Tustin, 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 Tustin, 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.