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Assisted Living in Irvine, California

As part of the Los Angeles metro area, Irvine is a modern, master-planned city that offers seniors easy access to world-class health care, eclectic entertainment and plenty of parks and recreation facilities. Irvine is home to just over 287,000 people, and about one in 10 residents are aged 65 and older. A number of high-tech companies and higher education institutions have facilities in Irvine, including the University of California, which operates the only academic health system in Orange County. The climate in Irvine is relatively dry and mild, with temperatures falling no lower than 40 degrees Fahrenheit during the winter and rarely exceeding 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer.

Assisted living communities offer a range of services to help seniors enjoy happy, healthy retirements. Trained staff members are on-site to provide around-the-clock assistance with daily tasks,  medication management, household chores and meal preparation. According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, seniors in Irvine pay an average of $5,250 per month for these services, which is higher than the national average of $4,500.

In this guide, you’ll find more information about assisted living in Irvine, from average costs to options for financial assistance. It also includes a list of free local resources that support seniors’ needs.

3 Assisted Living communities in Irvine, CA | 20 nearby communities

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1. Atria Golden Creek

33 Creek Road, Irvine, CA, 92604

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Brookdale Irvine

10 Marquette, Irvine, CA, 92612

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine

1 Witherspoon, Irvine, CA, 92604

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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20 matching communities nearby Irvine

1. The Meridian at Anaheim Hills

525 South Anaheim Hills Road, Anaheim, CA, 92807

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Brookdale Garden Grove

10200 Chapman Avenue, Garden Grove, CA, 92840

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Atria Del Sol

23792 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA, 92692

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Huntington Terrace

18800 Florida Street, Huntington Beach, CA, 92648

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Sunrise of Mission Viejo

26151 Country Club Drive, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Brookdale Anaheim

200 North Dale Avenue, Anaheim, CA, 92801

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Kirkwood Orange

1525 E Taft Ave, Orange, CA, 92865

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Park Terrace

21952 Buena Suerte, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Brookdale Brookhurst

15302 Brookhurst St., Westminster, CA, 92683

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Rowntree Gardens

12151 Dale Street, Stanton, CA, 90680

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Brookdale Nohl Ranch

380 S. Anaheim Hills Rd, Anaheim Hills, CA, 92807

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Heritage Pointe

27356 Bellogente, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Ivy Park at Bradford

1180 N. Bradford Ave., Placentia, CA, 92870

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Capistrano Senior Living

31741 Rancho Viejo Rd., San Juan Capistrano, CA, 92675

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Emerald Court

1731 Medical Center Dr, Anaheim, CA, 92801

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Carmel Village Retirement Community

17077 San Mateo, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Meridian At Laguna Hills

24552 Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Sunrise of Yorba Linda

4792 Lakeview Avenue, Yorba Linda, CA, 92886

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. Atria Newport Beach

393 Hospital Road, Newport Beach, CA, 92663

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. Westminster Terrace Senior Living

7571 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CA, 92683

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Irvine

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in California. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Irvine

Assisted living in Irvine costs an average of $5,250 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Irvine

Irvine has the same assisted living rates as the California state median, meaning it’s more expensive than the national average. Rates in the average American city are $750 less per month than in Irvine.

$5250

Irvine

$5250

California

$4500

The United States

Assisted living costs in Irvine are quite moderate compared to other California cities. Rates are $225 higher in San Diego ($5,475) and $500 higher in Oxnard ($5,750). Large cities, including San Jose and San Francisco, also have more expensive rates, with average costs that meet or exceed $6,000 per month. A few more affordable options include Riverside ($4,000) and Bakersfield ($3,750) where costs are more than $1,000 lower than Irvine.

$5250

Irvine

$5475

San Diego

$5750

Oxnard

$4000

Riverside

$3750

Bakersfield

$3900

Fresno

$6000

San Jose

$6319

San Francisco

Note: Data for Irvine was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Irvine

More ways to pay for assisted living in California

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in California.

Irvine Assisted Living Resources

ContactDescription
Council on Aging – Southern California(714) 479-0107As part of California’s network of Area Agencies on Aging, the Council on Aging is the local AAA for Orange County. Seniors and their family members can contact the Council to learn about local resources designed to help older adults retain their independence and access the services and supports they need. The Council administers the local health information counseling program, the long-term care ombudsman program and the friendly visitor program for isolated seniors.
Orange County Veterans Service Office(714) 480-6555Veterans, their families and survivors living in Irvine can contact the Orange County Veterans Service Office for free assistance with county, state and federal programs, including the VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound pension top-up programs. Veterans Service Officers provide up-to-date information on VA benefits, help vets and survivors with the benefit application process and can provide assistance with the VA claims appeals process.
Alzheimer’s Orange County(844) 435-7259Alzheimer’s Orange County is a nonprofit agency focused on supporting people living with Alzheimer’s, their family members and caregivers. The agency operates a number of day health programs in Orange County, as well as memory screening clinics, support groups and community education sessions.
Lakeview Senior Center(949) 724-6900The City of Irvine operates the Lakeview Senior Center, a community center for residents aged 50 and older. The center offers a variety of social, recreational and educational programs for older adults, including tai chi classes, preventative health screening sessions and a mobility equipment lending library.
Metrolink Transit(800) 371-5465The Southern California Regional Rail Authority operates the Irvine station, an ADA-compliant rail hub. Transit users can connect to numerous stations throughout the greater Los Angeles area on Metrolink, the regional rail network. The station is also served by Amtrak, and there is an on-site Amtrak ticket office.

Irvine Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Irvine area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in California