"INDEPENDENT LIVING: At Park Plaza, we promote a sense of community and friendship. Our community features a wide spectrum of individualized ..."
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The average cost of assisted living in the city is $3,500 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 17 Assisted Living Communities in Lake Forest and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Lake Forest, CA
- Assisted Living: $3,500
- Nursing Home Care: $7,559
- In-home Care: $4,481
- Adult Day Health Services: $1,668
Assisted Living Facilities near Lake Forest, California

Sunrise of Mission Viejo
26151 Country Club Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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"Sunrise of Mission Viejo has a passion for providing extraordinary care for our residents while offering a unique living experience and a va..."
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"Nestled into Irvine, Brookdale Irvine (formerly known as Inn at the Park) provides exceptional services and accommodations for assisted livi..."
READ MORECarmel Village Retirement Community
17077 San Mateo, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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"Carmel Village is a private residence designed to provide a comfortable and active lifestyle for seniors. Our commitment is to offer a lifes..."
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"Brookdale Garden Grove (formerly known as Emeritus at Garden Manor) offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional sta..."
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Ivy Park of Wellington - Laguna Woods, CA
24962 Calle Aragon, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
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"Set in picturesque Laguna Woods, Las Palmas boasts a coastal location and temperate climate. This much sought after retirement community of..."
READ MORE"For those seeking a vibrant Riverside senior living community where residents know their neighbors and can live, work and play, then you bel..."
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"Brookdale Murrieta (formerly known as Chancellor Place at Murrieta) provides exceptional accommodations and services for assisted living. We..."
READ MORE"Westmont of Cypress is pleased to offer a variety of living options to meet your individual needs and desires. Enjoy the carefree ambiance o..."
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"Located in the heart of Orange County, Sunnycrest Senior Living in Fullerton offers both independent senior living and assisted living servi..."
READ MOREWildomar Senior Assisted Living
32365 S. Pasadena Street, Wildomar, CA 92595
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"Wildomar Senior Leisure Community & Assisted Living is a gated community for seniors age 55 and better, offering both independent living..."
READ MORESan Clemente Villas by the Sea
660 Camino De Los Mares, San Clemente, CA 92673
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"Welcome to beautiful San Clemente Villas by the Sea in San Clemente, California. We specialize in Assisted Living and Memory Care services w..."
READ MORE"The quaint coastal town of Seal Beach is the gateway to Orange County, and centrally located among a variety of services, shopping and stunn..."
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"Brookdale Anaheim (formerly known as Emeritus at Fairwood Manor) offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff ..."
READ MORE"Our spacious apartments and caring staff make each day a joy. Whether you need assistance in managing your medications, help with bathing an..."
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"The Groves of Tustin (formerly Cranbrook Senior Living of Tustin) specializes in providing excellent assisted living care for seniors and th..."
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"Cambridge Court Senior Living was founded on a simple but innovative vision:to champion quality of life for all seniors. it begins with the ..."
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"Woodbridge Terrace has a bright and inviting Southern California feel, with Mission-style architecture, beautiful courtyards, lush landscapi..."
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"La Vida at Mission Viejo has a true resort-like feeling of tranquility. Each day at La Vida brings with it a new opportunity for inspiration..."
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"Take time to enjoy life's luxuries at The Regency. It is a unique retirement community with something for everyone. Enjoy the spa and heated..."
READ MORE"At Ivy Park at La Palma, our caring staff focuses on providing high-quality assisted living and memory care in a secure and friendly environ..."
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"At Walnut Village, we're here to facilitate your brand of retirement living, whatever that might be. We'll take care of all the day-to-day c..."
READ MOREAegis Living Dana Point
26922 Camino De Estrella, Dana Point, CA 92624
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"Aegis of Dana Point provides a beautiful setting for assisted living and memory care. Our community sits close to the picturesque Dana Point..."
READ MORE"At Nonno's Guest Home, we are dedicated to providing you compassionate assisted living in secure and inviting residential settings. Your ind..."
READ MORE"Oakmont of Fullerton is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Developed by Oakmont Senior Living, O..."
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"Brookdale Valley View (formerly Emeritus at Valley View) offers a homelike setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet..."
READ MORE"For those residents needing an extra helping hand with their activities of daily living, our Assisted Living CareGivers provide both full an..."
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"Located less than 20 miles from downtown Los Angeles, Vintage Cerritos is a charming senior community that provides first-class independent ..."
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Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano
32200 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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"At Ivy Park, our goal is to meet the needs and interests of each of our residents, with personalized care available for those who need it. W..."
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Map of Lake Forest, California
Assisted Living Costs in Lake Forest
According to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care study, Lake Forest’s average monthly cost for assisted living is $3,500 per month. This is $500 less than the national average and $1,000 less than the state average, making Lake Forest one of the more affordable places in California for assisted living. Residential care costs in Lake Forest are slightly more than the comparably sized city of Madera ($3,323) and the much larger city of Bakersfield ($3,150).
Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for Lake Forest, so data for the closest city, Riverside, was used.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Surrounding Areas
Lake Forest/Riverside Area
$3,500
National Average
$4,000
State Average
$4,500
Los Angeles Area
$4,500
Madera
$3,323
San Diego
$4,500
Santa Rosa
$5,500
Bakersfield
$3,150
Oxnard Area
$4,575
Care Cost Comparison
Senior care costs are influenced by location, the type of care needed and the number of service hours required. In Lake Forest, skilled nursing care in a semiprivate room is more than double the cost of assisted living, while in-home care, such as home health aides and homemaker services, are significantly more than assisted living per month. Residential care costs typically include living expenses such as rent, utilities and food, while in-home care does not. Seniors should take these expenses into account when deciding on what type of care is best for their needs.
Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart
Assisted Living
$3,500
Homemaker Services
$4,481
Home Health Aide
$4,576
Adult Day Health Services
$1,668
Nursing Home Care
$7,559
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lake Forest
Medicaid in California
Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid program, offers medical care for low-income California residents. Medi-Cal is divided into numerous programs focused on serving certain demographic groups, including children, families, the elderly and the disabled. It provides eligible participants with physical and mental health care, prescriptions, referrals, maternal care, preventative health services and residential care assistance.
To qualify for Medi-Cal, applicants must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident
- Live in California
- Have an income of no more than $16,395 (per individual) or $22,108 (per couple) per year
- Be pregnant, blind, disabled or at least 65 years of age
- Have no more than $2,000 in countable assets for an individual or $3,000 for a couple
To apply for Medi-Cal, applicants can go to the Covered California website, visit their local SSA Center or call (800) 281-9799.
Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living
Assisted Living Resources in Lake Forest
Senior Centers in Lake Forest
There are several senior centers in and around Lake Forest that help area seniors stay active and engaged in the local community. These centers offer meals, social activities, card games, movies, transportation, computer lessons, crafting classes and wellness advice.
Lake Forest Community Center Clubhouse
25550 Commercentre Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 461-3408
Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center
24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
(949) 470-3061
Trabuco Center
5701 Trabuco Rd, Irvine, CA 92620
(949) 724-7300
Age Well Senior Services
Age Well Senior Services is a nonprofit organization that offers assistance to seniors throughout southern Orange County. It provides services to 10 senior centers in the area, personalized in-home assistance to frail, homebound residents and civic, social and fitness opportunities for active seniors. Age Well supplies home-delivered meals, transportation, social outings, educational classes, case management, legal and tax assistance, health screenings, and insurance, Medicaid and Social Security assistance. Age Well Senior Services
24461 Ridge Route Dr, Suite 220, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 855-8033
Office on Aging
Orange County’s Office on Aging advocates for seniors residing in the county, providing them with information and support on the benefits and services available to them, including nutritional meals, legal assistance, affordable housing programs, transportation and veterans services. Office on Aging, Orange County
1300 S. Grand Ave, Bldg B, Santa Ana, CA 92705
(800) 510-2020
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