Occupancy rate
43%
41% lower than California averageCalifornia average: 73%
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Assisted Living in Orange County
Watermark Laguna Niguel
Assisted Living in Orange County
Watermark Laguna Niguel
Watermark Laguna Niguel offers a resort-style experience for seniors in the heart of Orange County. This exceptional senior living community introduces a unique blend of Assisted Living and Memory Care services to a city that’s cherished by its senior residents.
At Watermark Laguna Niguel, residents can savor the luxury of resort-style living. while receiving exceptional care, allowing them to embrace the life they’ve always wanted. The dedicated team at Watermark Laguna Niguel is committed to serving the seniors of this remarkable area. Nestled in a city known for its scenic parks, inviting trails, and vibrant community events, residents here revel in the good life all year round.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
135
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
43%
Residents per day
58
Occupancy rate
43%
Residents per day
58
135-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 53 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
41% lower than California averageOccupied beds
58 / 135
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 17, 2023
CountyORANGE
Watermark Laguna Niguel is legally operated by Us Alliance Holden Of Forbes Tenant Llc; Watermark.
Inspection History
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
3 visits
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
1 total complaint visit
2 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
Show Inspection Reports
1 complaint investigation
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
2 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
1 total citation
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
0 serious citations
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
1 moderate citation
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Latest inspection
Date
August 25, 2025
Annual Inspection1 deficiency
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 8 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Watermark Laguna Niguel
Most inspections found no deficiencies, including the most recent annual inspection on August 25, 2025, which was clean and found the facility compliant in all areas such as the physical plant, medication storage, and safety systems. Earlier reports, including the initial licensing inspections in 2023 and the August 12, 2024 annual inspection, also showed no issues and confirmed the facility was well-prepared and properly maintained. One complaint investigation in October 2023 was substantiated regarding the facility’s failure to promptly issue a $2,500 refund to a resident, which was processed but not delivered at the time of inspection. Aside from this isolated issue related to resident financial rights, no other deficiencies or enforcement actions were noted. The overall record shows improvement with recent inspections free of deficiencies and several complaint investigations unsubstantiated.
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3.3 miles from city center — 0.64 miles to nearest hospital (CHOC at Mission Hospital)
27762 Forbes Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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