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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mission Viejo, CA

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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to FountainGlen FountainGlen managed communities offer a wide variety of spaciously designed one and two-bedroom floor plans. Sizable balconies and patios provide an idyllic setting for coffee and morning paper, or simply enjoy the outdoors from the privacy of your home. An active...
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I would tell others that it is a great community for independent living. It is very secure with a private gate. It is an upscale community. Our experience was during the pandemic. The staff are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Discover the finest in housing at Fountainglen Laguna Niguel Apartments. Perfectly situated in the heart of beautiful Laguna Niguel, you'll discover everything that you love is conveniently close to home! Its ideal location places you minutes away from beaches, universities, commuter friendly...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Mission Viejo, CA

The average cost of senior living in Mission Viejo is $4,366 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Warm Springs, CA with an average of $3,471 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mission Viejo, CA vs. nearby cities

Mission Viejo, CA
$4,366/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mission Viejo, CA vs. the state and national average

Mission Viejo, CA
$4,366/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mission Viejo vs. other types of senior living

$5,394/mo
Independent Living
$4,366/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Mission Viejo, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,660/mo
Studio
$5,909/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,565/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,176/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,295/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Mission Viejo over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Mission Viejo

Recent reviews for independent living in Mission Viejo

Westminster Terrace Senior Living

5.0
It's been a much better experience than I thought. Mom has been happy with the food, activities, and staff. Yes, I'd absolutely recommend to others.

Clearwater at North Tustin

5.0
All 5's! But we had to take my dad out because he escaped from the fenced memory care area by going around a corner, dragging a bench to the fence and using it to climb over the fence. He is very spry. The found him wandering in the parking lot and ascertained what happened from security camera ...
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Atria San Juan in San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0
My Dad moved into Atria San Juan. The past year he has declined dramatically. Basically not doing anything at home. We moved him into a Studio. His life is back. He is out everyday. Sitting outside watching the golfers next door. Always sitting with other residents. Eating good meals. He lives ...
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Mission Viejo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mission Viejo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mission Viejo, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mission Viejo independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mission Viejo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
48.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Mission Viejo independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mission Viejo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mission Viejo, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
51.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mission Viejo independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Mission Viejo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
58.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
32.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.1%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Orange, Atria Newport Plaza and Sunrise of Yorba Linda are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mission Viejo, California. See full list of communities.

There are 36 independent living facilities near Mission Viejo, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Mission Viejo, California are Sunrise of Yorba Linda, Atria Golden Creek and Oakmont of Orange. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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