Best Memory Care in Huntington Beach, California
9 communities found
Huntington Beach offers 9 memory care communities, all residential in style, with 5 of them carrying ratings and an average score of 4.6 based on 153 reviews read. Common features across these communities include gathering and activity spaces, 24-hour staff, and social activities, each present in all 9 communities, along with security and outdoor patios found in 8 of the 9.
- 9communities
- 4.6average rating, 5 rated
- 153family reviews read
Alzheimer's Family Center
Huntington Beach, California
4.7(39)
Independent LivingMemory Care
Ivy Park at Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California
4.7(35)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
From $5,650/moMerrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California
4.5(42)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Lotus Senior Care, Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California
4.5(2)
Home care · no referral needed
Huntington Beach Guest Homes
Huntington Beach, California
5(11)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Oakmont of Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California
4.2(31)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Senior Assisted Care Homes
Huntington Beach, California
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living Royal Care
Huntington Beach, California
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Meadowlark Gardens
Huntington Beach, California
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Best-rated memory care in Huntington Beach
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
5 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Huntington Beach Guest Homes runs two small, side-by-side residential care homes with a family-style setting and caregivers described as attentive and compassionate.
- 2
4.7 (39 reviews)· Independent Living, Memory Care
Alzheimer's Family Center is a day health care program for people with Alzheimer's and dementia, praised for caring staff, structured activities, and support for family caregivers.
- 3
4.7 (35 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Ivy Park at Huntington Beach families describe warm, attentive caregivers and strong community ties, with separate neighborhoods for different care levels.
- 4
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
4.5 (42 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach is described as warm and well-run, with attentive, well-known staff and a full activities calendar.
- 5
4.2 (31 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Oakmont of Huntington Beach draws mixed reviews, with many praising attentive named caregivers while others cite staffing and maintenance concerns.
What families say about memory care in Huntington Beach
Counted across the review summaries of 8 Huntington Beach communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, mentioned by 75% of 8 communities, along with activities and social life, building and grounds, and memory care quality, each noted by 63% of communities. The most common concern by far is cost and billing, raised by 88%, followed by communication with families at 63% and memory care concerns at 38%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 75%
- Activities and social life 63%
- Building and grounds 63%
- Memory care 63%
- Cleanliness 50%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 88%
- Communication with families 63%
- Memory care 38%
- Food and dining 25%
“The AFC is an incredible facility for people with dementia. It is safe and all caregivers are incredibly kind and truly care for all the clients. The program has different levels of mental and physical stimulation. You will never find another place like this for a family member or friend!”
“The Team and Staff at Merrill Gardens Huntington Beach is awesome and welcoming. Best location and the weather is perfect year round. Great choice and beautiful apartment homes.”
“An outstanding community with lovely decor, gardens and delicious menus. The kind, dedicated staff are clearly a reflection of the great leadership under Exective Director, Bryan Reamer. Anyone would be proud to place thier loved one here. A place that feels like home.”
Memory Care in Huntington Beach: the figures
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (9), 24-hour staff (9), social activities (9), security (8), outdoor patio (8), dietary accommodations (8).
How families pay for memory care in California
Most families in California cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, in many cases, the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years earlier, can also help offset monthly fees, though coverage terms vary widely by policy and are worth reviewing closely before making a decision. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps pay for the cost of care, and it is worth checking eligibility early since the application process can take time.
The full picture for the state: Memory Care in California.
Memory Care near Huntington Beach
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Valley3 mi | 17 | 4.4 / 5 | 3 mi |
| Costa Mesa5.5 mi | 17 | 4.5 / 5 | 5.5 mi |
| Westminster5.8 mi | 6 | 4.7 / 5 | 5.8 mi |
| Garden Grove6.3 mi | 33 | 4.5 / 5 | 6.3 mi |
| Stanton6.5 mi | 8 | 4 / 5 | 6.5 mi |
| Newport Beach7.2 mi | 10 | 4.3 / 5 | 7.2 mi |
| Los Alamitos7.7 mi | 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 7.7 mi |
| Cypress8.8 mi | 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 8.8 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Huntington Beach, 153 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Huntington Beach ask about.
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- How Routine Enhances Quality Of Life In Memory Care
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Memory Care in Huntington Beach: Common Questions
How many memory care communities are in Huntington Beach, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 memory care communities in Huntington Beach, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which memory care communities in Huntington Beach are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Huntington Beach Guest Homes (5★, 11 ratings), Alzheimer's Family Center (4.7★, 39 ratings), Ivy Park at Huntington Beach (4.7★, 35 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Huntington Beach?
Beyond memory care, Huntington Beach has assisted living (39 communities), independent living (7 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), home health (4 communities), at-home care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate memory care in Huntington Beach?
Families rate Huntington Beach memory care communities 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 153 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Huntington Beach memory care communities?
Across the review summaries of 8 Huntington Beach communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 75%), activities and social life (mentioned for 63%), building and grounds (mentioned for 63%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (88%), communication with families (63%), memory care (38%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Huntington Beach bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
