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One of the nation’s largest master-planned communities, Mission Viejo is an affluent commuter suburb known for its leafy, tree-lined avenues and attractive neighborhoods. This upscale community of 94,381 is home to a large number of older adults, and senior citizens aged 65 and older represent about one in five residents.
If you need help with everyday tasks, such as transferring, toileting and bathing, but don’t require 24-hour nursing care, assisted living could be an ideal care option. Communities offer maintenance-free living, with laundry and housekeeping tasks taken care of, leaving residents free to enjoy activity programs and socialize. Mission Viejo’s median monthly cost of $5,250 for assisted living is the same as the state average.
In this guide, you’ll find a comparison of assisted living costs in various California cities, as well as relevant laws, financial support and low-cost resources for older adults.
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 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.
Based on Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living averages $5,250 per month in Mission Viejo.
Mission Viejo’s median cost of assisted living is the same as California’s average but $750 pricier than the U.S. average.
Northeast of Mission Viejo in Riverside, the median monthly price drops to $4,000 per month. Along the coast in Oxnard, the average fee increases to $5,750. Farther north, Santa Maria and San Luis Obispo share an average of $5,300. South in San Diego, the monthly average of $5,475 is $225 higher than in Mission Viejo. Individuals in Mission Viejo pay a similar rate to those in Sacramento, where assisted living runs around $5,225 per month. San Francisco’s seniors typically pay more, at $6,319.
NOTE: Data for Mission Viejo was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
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:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in California.
| Contact | Description | |
| Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center | (949) 470-3062 | Operated by Mission Viejo, this full-service senior center offers a variety of free and low-cost daily activities. Senior classes focus on diverse subjects, including yoga, aerobics, creative writing, music, foreign languages, quilting and ballroom dancing. The facility also engages more than 150 active volunteers who are interested in helping their peers and supporting the greater community. |
| Mission Viejo Senior Support Services | (949) 470-3062 | Mission Viejo offers an extended selection of senior support services through various community partners. The city can connect area residents with support groups, case managers, meal deliveries, legal aid, computer classes and insurance counseling. Interested seniors can contact Senior Support Services for a full list of resources. |
| South Orange County Vet Center | (949) 348-6700 | Located on Crown Valley Parkway in Mission Viejo, this regional vet center serves veterans, active-duty service members and military families. Representatives can assist with VA referrals, benefits applications and counseling. The center is open Monday through Friday. |
| Senior Dial-A-Taxi Program | (949) 470-3062 | This city-sponsored curb-to-curb transportation program is open to residents of Mission Viejo and Laguna Hills aged 60 and older. Rides cost $5 for a one-way trip, and up to three passengers, including a caregiver or personal attendant, can share the fare. |
| The Council on Aging – Southern California | (714) 479-0107 | Established in 1973, this regional Council on Aging serves more than 290,000 local seniors each year. The agency provides a variety of free resources related to long-term care coordination, healthy aging, elder rights and health insurance. |
| AgeWell Senior Services | (949) 855-8033 | This charitable foundation has served seniors in Mission Viejo and 20 other Orange County communities since 1975. The organization provides transportation, in-home services and delivered or congregate meals. It also operates 10 regional senior centers that offer social and recreational programs. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Mission Viejo 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.
