Best Senior Living in Anaheim, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 10 senior living communities in Anaheim, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior living 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Walnut Village in Anaheim
IL
AL
MC
Anaheim (Southwest Anaheim)
334
Facility 334
CA AVG 168
Rank #31 / 409
B+Yes
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 59
Rank #355 / 638
11
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #87 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 15
Rank #84 / 402
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #271 / 361
Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meridian At Anaheim Hills
IL
AL
MC
RC
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 168
Rank #252 / 409
B-Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 59
Rank #286 / 638
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #165 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 15
Rank #209 / 402
65.8%
Facility 65.8%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #241 / 361
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Brookdale Nohl Ranch
IL
AL
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
266A-Yes 49 158-21 39.5% Blc Nohl Ranch LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Select Senior Care
IL
AL
RESC
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
6C-No 49 7227 83.3% Select Senior Care LLCPrivate Rooms
Anaheim Crest Nursing Center
IL
NH
SNF
Anaheim
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 168
Rank #226 / 328
B-No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 59
Rank #181 / 354
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94.5%
Facility 94.5%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #66 / 290
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European Christian Home II
IL
AL
RC
Anaheim (Southeast Anaheim)
6DNo 66 5124 100.0% Tlt Care Haven, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Villa Anaheim Senior Apartments
IL
Anaheim (Northwest Anaheim)
--Yes
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 59
Rank #145 / 638
------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Heritage Park Senior Apartments
IL
Anaheim
--Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 59
Rank #207 / 638
------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sterling Court Senior Apartments
IL
Anaheim (Southwest Anaheim)
--Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 59
Rank #207 / 638
------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hazelridge
IL
Anaheim
--Yes
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 59
Rank #109 / 638
------1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other CA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 10 analyzed for Anaheim. See how we rank facilities

Walnut Village in Anaheim

891 S Walnut St, Anaheim, CA 92802
Overview of Walnut Village in Anaheim

Situated in the charming neighborhood of South Walnut Street, Anaheim, CA, Walnut Village is an extraordinary senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features specially designed and cozy residences in variations of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans for seniors to enjoy comfort and security like no other. With its commitment to easing seniors’ worries, Walnut Village takes pride in a team of compassionate and well-trained professionals handling maintenance, housekeeping, and other household responsibilities.

Make the most out of your day with fun activities and enjoyable programs highlighting your interests and strengths. The community utilizes innovative technologies and holistic approaches to ensure individuals with dementia receive the right care and assistance. Walnut Village promotes a bright and friendly environment for seniors to spend their golden years happily.

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Meridian At Anaheim Hills

525 S Anaheim Hills Rd, Anaheim, CA 92807
Overview of Meridian at Anaheim Hills

Meridian at Anaheim Hills of the Aura Collection of Communities is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care support home for seniors outside of Los Angeles. Considered the premier retirement home in the city, the residences provide the best convenience and comfort for seniors who seek to explore new adventures and experience a redefined luxury senior living. The dedicated and compassionate care staff is driven by its unwavering commitment to enhance the quality of life for residents to retire with a lifestyle that they deserve.

Meridian at Anaheim Hills provides a range of opportunities that ensure residents live life to the fullest everyday. Through forward-thinking amenities and services, such as a restaurant-style dining hall, spacious outdoor areas, beautiful landscaped outdoors, personalized meal plans, exciting social events, and specialized memory care programs– each individual is guaranteed to grow, connect, and learn at Anaheim’s trusted choice for retirement.

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Overview of Brookdale Nohl Ranch

Based on three stunning acres in Anaheim Hills, California, Brookdale Nohl Ranch is a unique senior living community offering cozy and welcoming assisted living. Residents are guaranteed a safe and comfortable living space with thoughtfully designed apartments ranging from a studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community also provides personal assistance and easy access to plenty of parks, shopping centers, and cultural attractions, ensuring seniors enjoy a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle.

Brookdale Nohl Ranch aims to give seniors a cozy and stimulating environment with various on-site activities to complement their diverse interests and needs. Residents enjoy a personalized dining experience and access to various amenities, including a putting green, an arts and crafts studio, an on-site hair salon, a clinic, business centers, and a game room. At Brookdale Nohl Ranch, residents are treated like a family and surrounded by encouragement, support, and friendship.

Starting Price $3,495/Month

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Select Senior Care

1221 N Big Spring St, Anaheim, CA 92807
Overview of Select Senior Care

Experience a better quality of life at Select Senior Care, a group of trusted communities across Anaheim and Huntington Beach, CA, offering assisted living. The community is committed to residents’ welfare, providing top-notch care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Beautifully designed and cozy private rooms are also provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, so residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are also conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Three delightful and healthy meals are also served daily to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed to thrive in their golden years with the community’s dedicated services and extensive amenities. The community has three distinct locations, ensuring residents can easily access the care they need.

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Overview of Anaheim Crest Nursing Center

Anaheim Crest Nursing Center is a nursing home in Anaheim, CA, offering comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation. With its supportive setting, the community ensures older adults are treated well during their stay. A specialized Korean care unit, therapies, and well-balanced meals are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. Individualized care plans are also created for each resident to ensure their recovery and wellness.

Fun gatherings and recreational activities allow residents to make friends and gain meaningful experiences. Families are also encouraged to visit their loved ones to prevent loneliness. West Anaheim Medical Center, Anaheim Medical Plaza, and bus stops are also available in the area, providing residents with quick access to their necessities. Dedicated to older adults’ well-being, this nursing home is one of the best choices for senior living in California.

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Overview of European Christian Home II

Nestled in the vibrant community of East Puritan Lane, Anaheim, CA, European Christian Home II is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. Enjoy a worry-free retirement with a compassionate and highly trained team helping with residents’ with their daily living activities. The community is family-owned, fostering a warm and inviting environment for residents to eaily adapt to their surroundings.

Have fun in your later years with enriching activities and engaging programs tailored to your leisure and wellness. The community provides well-thought-of meal plans to ensure residents enjoy delightful meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, transportation arrangements, health services, and respite care are provided for residents’ comfort and convenience. Spend your golden years happily amidst the community’s vibrant setting.

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Overview of Villa Anaheim Senior Apartments

Enjoy the best of your golden years at Villa Anaheim Senior Apartments, an idyllic community in Anaheim, CA, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Pets are also welcome in the community to accompany residents and ease their loneliness.

Residents have quick access to leisure and necessities with the community’s proximity to shopping and recreation sites. The community also ensures residents experience maintenance-free living with laundry spaces and on-site amenities. Alongside its bright and friendly environment, residents can live comfortably with the community’s cozy amenities like the fitness center, TV lounge, community pool, club house, and serene walk-ups.

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Overview of Heritage Park Senior Apartments

Spend a blissful retirement at Heritage Park Senior Apartments, an idyllic 55+ community that offers independent living. The community features garden-style buildings with beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents also enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with the community’s 24- hour emergency maintenance and on-site management.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. With easy access to shopping and dining venues, Meals-on-Wheels, and feedback programs, residents are guaranteed to enjoy several dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years with ease.

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Overview of Sterling Court Senior Apartments

Live a worry-free lifestyle at Sterling Court Senior Apartments, a distinguished 62+ community that offers independent living. Residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. The community also provides on-site management and laundry rooms, so residents can enjoy maintenance-free living.

With a variety of fun recreational programs and enriching activities, residents can make new friends and gain meaningful experiences. Residents have easy access to public transportation and shopping centers for their leisure and necessities. This pet-friendly community has beautifully maintained gardens and a friendly environment, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe.

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Overview of Hazelridge

Live the retirement of your dreams at Hazelridge, a blissful retreat in Anaheim, CA, offering independent living. Prioritizing residents’ comfort and convenience, the community features cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans. This pet-friendly community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Residents have fun and make new friends with a variety of exciting events and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. The community is also conveniently located near restaurants and local amenities, providing residents with a variety of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a hot tub, a clubhouse, BBQ grills, and a pool, creating the ideal setting for residents to experience the best of their golden years.

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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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Senior Living in Anaheim at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 66/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Anaheim, 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: 136The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Anaheim, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Living in Anaheim, CA

What is senior living?

Senior living is an umbrella term covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — communities and services designed for adults aged 55 or older.

How many senior living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 10 senior living communities in Anaheim, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior living community in Anaheim, 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 Anaheim, 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 senior living communities in Anaheim, 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.