Despite Santa Ana's high cost of living, the city boasts a number of affordable assisted living options. It also has plenty of senior specific programs and educational opportunities.
Though Santa Ana's cost of living is 42% above the national average, the city's 80 assisted living options are not far out of line with the national average. According to a recent Genworth Financial "Cost of Care" survey, a stay in a one-bedroom assisted living facility in Santa Ana is $3,500 a month; the national average is $3,261. A private room in a nursing home is $217 a day.
Santa Ana has several senior centers. The Southwest Senior Center provides senior activities and classes including dance, cooking, exercise and fitness, sewing, computer, arts and crafts. The center also serves daily meals, has an HICAP counselor and Legal Aid representative on site and Meals are provided on a daily basis. A HICAP counselor and a Legal Aid representative are available on-site on a monthly basis. Preventive health care is available through a nurse on a monthly basis at the Senior Center. Another area program called "Seniors on the Go", takes seniors on trips to venues in and around the area. Most of the trips are free.
For seniors wanting to continue their education, the Santa Ana area has a number of senior specific resources. Huntington Beach Adult School provides senior classes, many of them free. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) provides two semesters of classes for one low fee. OLLI provides 2 semesters of learning for one low annual fee in subjects such literature, history, science, arts and travel. There is no homework of test taking. The Saddleback College Emeritus Institute offers classes in disciplines such as music, English literature, history, computer, physical exercise, art, health, Spanish and theater. UCLA and its Center on Aging offers memory training, community meetings featuring guest speakers, and a scholars program offers regular undergraduate classes to seniors at UCLA for discounted prices. For more information on these programs, click here.
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| Assisted living (state avg, monthly) | $3,510 |
|---|---|
| Nursing home, semi-private (monthly) | $6,810 |
| Nursing home, private room (monthly) | $7,830 |
| In-home homemaker (monthly) | $4,050 |
| In-home health aide (monthly) | $4,290 |
| Adult day care (monthly) | $1,670 |
No retirement communities are listed directly in Santa Ana yet. Here are the closest options within about 60 miles.
1455 Superior Avenue
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Newport Beach Plaza, located in the heart of the Gold Coast, one-half mile from the ocean, offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community.
641 S. Beach Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92804
Anaheim Crown Plaza is a retirement residence where we pride ourselves in serving the senior community and providing care and companionship to our residents who share similar backgrounds and interests. Come and...
1180 North Bradford Ave.
Placentia, CA 92870
Quality Independent Living, Assisted Living,Memory Care,Short Term Care
800 Morningside Drive
Fullerton, CA 92835
At Morningside, your life isn't just good. It's even better. e:
10337 Beach St.
Bellflower, CA 90706
Camelot Residential Homes is a residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE) located in a serene, quiet neighboorhood adjacent to Cerritos Auto Square and about 5 minutes away from Cerritos Mall. Camelot...
601 Sunset Blvd
Arcadia, CA 91007
Vista Cove at Arcadia is a beautiful independent and assisted living community for seniors or those needing assistance with daily life.
5801 Crestridge Road
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Experience the freedom of an active life in the lush, rolling hills of Rancho Palos Verdes. With the Pacific as a backdrop, The Canterbury’s ideal location is surpassed only by the opportunities it offers for living...
3628 Madison
Riverside, CA 92504
Beautiful Brand New Senior Living Apartments in great area of Riverside! Gated Community. 12 Unit Complex. Walking distance to Denny's and 24-Hour Fitness as well as other shops and restaurants. Private patios, BBQ...
3832 Palos Verdes Drive Nr.
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Senior Living Lifestyle Palos Verdes is a residential care home for senior living that offers many different levels of discreet care services tailored to your needs. We believe that a home-like setting is the best...
1801 Aviation Way
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
62+ SENIOR COMMUNITY!! 1.5 MILES FROM HERMOSA BEACH PIER!
2468 South St Andrews Place
Los Angeles, CA 90018
17050 Arnold Dr
Riverside, CA 92518-2813
Air Force Village West is a not-for-profit, public benefit retirement resort community serving the seven branches of the US military with the finest in retirement living.
746 South Main Ave. Ste. C
Fallbrook, CA 92028
GERIATRIC CARE MANAGERS & CAREGIVER/COMPANION SERVICES
725 Golden Lane
Fallbrook, CA 92028
"The Gold Standard for the Golden Years" Widespread excellence not found anywhere else. We personalize your experience as a member of our extended family, helping everyone feels as though they are in their own...
4490 Mesa Drive
Oceanside, CA 92056
Senior Living In Oceanside, California. Fairwinds – Ivey Ranch, Voted Us News & World Report's Best Senior Living, Offers High-quality Independent Lifestyle And Assisted Living Services In The Rancho Del Oro...
3140 El Camino Real
Carlsbad, CA 92008-2108
Brookdale Carlsbad, formerly Emeritus at Carlsbad is among the premier Carlsbad, CA Retirement Communities - providing assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing care. Set on acres of beautifully landscaped...
7945 Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Canoga Park, CA 91304
We are proud to offer our residents services unmatched in excellence and value. Topanga Park is designed to provide freedom combined with the support of a patient and competent staff to make the most of your retirement...
8138 Woodlake Avenue
West Hills, CA 91304
Fairwinds - West Hills, located in the San Fernando Valley, offers luxurious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. Nearby cities include Woodland Hills, Calabasas,...