Best Skilled Nursing in Santa Ana, California
9 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 9 skilled nursing communities in Santa Ana. Families rate them 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 481 public reviews.
- 9communities
- 3.7average rating, 8 rated
- 481family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Citrus Post-Acute
Santa Ana, California
4.8(49)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Hills
Santa Ana, California
4.2(121)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Advanced Rehab Center Of Tustin
Santa Ana, California
4.2(95)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
South Coast Global Medical Center
Santa Ana, California
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Town & Country Skilled Nursing Facility
Santa Ana, California
3.8(5)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Town & Country Senior Living
Santa Ana, California
3.7(40)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
French Park Care Center
Santa Ana, California
3.7(74)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Plaza Healthcare Center
Santa Ana, California
2.9(40)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
South Coast Post Acute
Santa Ana, California
2.6(57)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Santa Ana
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (49 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 144 units
Families describe Citrus Post-Acute as a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility where nursing staff and the Social Services team are responsive, communicative, and attentive to residents' needs. Reviewers highlight…
- 2
4.2 (121 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 174 units
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Advanced Rehab Center Of Tustin
4.2 (95 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 99 units
Reviewers consistently praise the staff at Advanced Rehab Center of Tustin for warmth, attentiveness, and going beyond basic care needs. Families highlight strong nursing support during hospital-to-facility transitions…
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Town & Country Skilled Nursing Facility
3.8 (5 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Town & Country Skilled Nursing Facility is a long-term skilled nursing community in Santa Ana with a small number of Google reviews. Most reviewers describe attentive, compassionate nursing staff and consistent…
- 5
3.7 (40 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 328 units
Families describe a long-established nonprofit, faith-based continuing care community where residents can move between independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing as needs change. Reviews are…
- 6
3.7 (74 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 202 units
French Park Care Center is a sub-acute skilled nursing facility in Santa Ana focused on helping patients recover after hospitalization, surgery, or stroke and transition back home. Detailed family reviews were not…
- 7
2.9 (40 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 145 units
Reviews for Plaza Healthcare Center are sharply mixed: a few families praise the direct care staff's warmth and responsiveness, but multiple reports describe serious neglect, understaffing, and difficulty reaching nurses…
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2.6 (57 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 255 units
Reviews of South Coast Post Acute are sharply mixed: several families praise attentive CNAs, nurses, and a strong physical/speech therapy team that helped residents regain mobility and improve eating safely. Other…
What families say about skilled nursing in Santa Ana
Counted across the review summaries of 8 Santa Ana communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 88%
- Medical and nursing care 88%
- Activities and social life 75%
- Building and grounds 38%
- Food and dining 25%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 38%
- Communication with families 38%
- Cost and billing 38%
- Safety 38%
Skilled Nursing in Santa Ana: the figures
- •Of the 8 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60.
- •8 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 4 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (8), on-site nurse (rn) (8), 24-hour staff (8), medication management (8), emergency call system (8), housekeeping (7).
Skilled Nursing near Santa Ana
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tustin2 mi | 8 | 4.2 / 5 | 2 mi |
| Orange4.1 mi | 36 | 4.5 / 5 | 4.1 mi |
| Irvine5.2 mi | 21 | 4.3 / 5 | 5.2 mi |
| Fountain Valley5.7 mi | 17 | 4.4 / 5 | 5.7 mi |
| Garden Grove6.2 mi | 33 | 4.5 / 5 | 6.2 mi |
| Costa Mesa6.4 mi | 17 | 4.5 / 5 | 6.4 mi |
| Anaheim8 mi | 65 | 4.4 / 5 | 8 mi |
| Westminster8.3 mi | 6 | 4.7 / 5 | 8.3 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Santa Ana, 481 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Santa Ana ask about.
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- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Santa Ana: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Santa Ana, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 skilled nursing long term care communities in Santa Ana, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Santa Ana are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Citrus Post-Acute (4.8★, 49 ratings), The Hills (4.2★, 121 ratings), Advanced Rehab Center Of Tustin (4.2★, 95 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Santa Ana?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Santa Ana has skilled nursing / long term care (9 communities), assisted living (7 communities), home health (7 communities), memory care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Santa Ana?
Families rate Santa Ana skilled nursing long term care communities 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 481 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Santa Ana skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 8 Santa Ana communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 88%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 88%), activities and social life (mentioned for 75%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (38%), communication with families (38%), cost and billing (38%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Santa Ana?
Of the 8 Santa Ana communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Santa Ana nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
8 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Santa Ana carry an overall star rating, averaging 2 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 4 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.