My father has been living at Sunrise of Mission Viejo for nearly four years. The facility itself is…read morehomey, comfortable, and clean, and the cost is lower than most of the other facilities I toured. But the real stars are the people who work there. The staff is kind, caring, and immensely helpful. Most importantly, they treat the elderly residents with respect. I'm especially grateful to Tisset Domingo, the Executive Director. She goes above and beyond for the residents and their families. If you are considering an assisted living facility, look no further!

My family is thrilled to have my brother live at Sunrise of Mission Viejo since 2010. The…read moreaccommodations provide us peace of mind. Given how much he loves this community, my family couldn't be happier! Sunrise commemorates the major holidays as Mother's Day, celebrated this morning. We rejoiced. I 'take my hat off' to the warm, inviting, and insightful staff!

Exceptional in every way! In fact Aegis was recommended by the LT Care Ombudsman after my parents'…read morehorrific and unsafe experience at a popular continuing care community in Irvine (RP). We transferred both mom and dad over 3 years ago. He was already on hospice and she was just ready for assisted living. Thus, they moved into 2 separate rooms as we knew he would predecease her soon. What a breath of fresh air! Caring, professional, long-term management and staff. Beautiful and spotless facility inside and out. Wonderful activities and special events. Amazing dining experience. My dad boasted to friends and family that he felt like he was at home. He loved to sit by the fireplace and read. Mom loved bingo and scrabble with friends. And, when each of my parents health began to fail, Aegis was quick to recommend extra care and eventually hospice, letting them live out their life and die peacefully.

My mother in law recently moved to Aegis and is very happy there. Was not an easy decision to make,…read moresince she is still able bodied and of sound mind. People tend to think that assisted living is for people who are ill. She is 96 and the upkeep on her home was just getting to be too difficult. Aegis provided relief from that but more importantly has given her fun activities and new friends. The staff there is wonderful, friendly and can help if health issues do arise. They communicate consistently, provide a welcoming and pleasant environment, and have many daily activities and weekly outings. There are separate areas for memory care patients and assisted living, and the grounds and rooms are really lovely, I'm writing this because if you have an elderly loved one considering a move such as this, I wouldn't hesitate to have them move here. The socialization is a huge thing and I think her days are much happier than when she was living alone, even if she doesn't need much assistance at this time. Was definitely the right move and better sooner than later. Thanks to all the staff at Aegis for providing a great "home" for our seniors.

Residential Assisted Living. I moved my wife here after a Friend told me this is where she would…read morehave her mother live. She was 100% Right! The Home, the Owner and the Staff our the Best!! The Meals are always good and my wife is so much happier than her previous Residence. What. A Turnaround!!

Cornerstone is a beautiful assisted living home in Laguna Hills. It is in a gorgeous neighborhood…read morewith only six residents. The owner, Joey Sather, is an amazing person and the caregivers are exceptional in every way. They are warm and kind, yet professional and skilled. The home provides all of the comforts of home, is immaculate at all times, well-maintained and up-do-date. The staff keeps everyone safe and comfortable and they have an excellent COVID policy. Our mother was so fortunate to spend over a year living at Cornerstone. When she moved into their home on Saddlehorn she was 105 and recovering from surgery after a broken hip. We did not think she would recover. She started on Saddleback Hospice (they were also wonderful) and did very well. The staff at Cornerstone coordinated care well with the hospice team. When we entered the home, we always felt welcomed, safe and as if we were part of a wonderful family. Mom celebrated her 106th birthday with a drive-by party (due to COVID) and a celebration in the Gazebo in their lovely back yard. She was kept very comfortable in all ways. They provided holiday celebrations, support, stimulating music, family meals, private rooms with doors to the outside and attention to her personal-care needs. She was very happy living there and we were happy too. In her final days they could not have been more helpful and supportive. My sisters and I are extremely thankful to Cornerstone for the care she received.

Our Mom recently moved into The Royal Inn I and has been treated like a part of the family. The…read moremain caregiver has been there for over eight years and goes out of her way to make everyone feel welcome. Most recently, they celebrated a 99 year-old birthday with dancing and music. The food quality is very good, too. The owner, Al, is a frequent presence. He is a great communicator and provides a very homey environment.

The Royal Inns 1 is a great find. One of the hardest events one has is moving a loved one to a…read moreresidental care facility. The Royal Inns managed by Al and his family made this transition a comfortable and wise decision. The on-site staff is beyond "staff" and actually becomes "the extended family". Not once did my Mother and her family feel we made a wrong decision. Better yet, my Dad loved the place and thanked me every visit for finding this home. This limited bed (6 beds I believe) facility allowed excellent care for my Dad. The tasty daily meals, the day-to-day care, the cleanliness and extended warmth to all that enter is hard to be beat (really can't be beat). They arrange for onsite visits for doctors and personal care beyond the staff's abilities. As my Dad slowly lost his abilities of movement and hearing, the staff kept us abreast of all acitivity and his needs. The facility is consistently updated. I thank Al and his family and staff for making my Dad feel as home as possible. If (okay when) my day comes, I will be more than happy to become a resident. Thanks Royal Inns, Al, his family, and the staff. You are the BEST!

My grandparents moved in together almost a year ago. They have been treated very well by staff,…read moreeven until my grandfather passed away. He needed a lot of extra care and they were so kind about helping him and reducing our stress. My grandmother is still there and likes it. The food is wonderful and there is something different every day, though there are non-rotating options like burgers, grilled chicken, and eggs. There are many activities and events, too. Also, the residents are all lovely. Shelly is the person to go to for tours! She's knowledgeable, kind, and passionate. Parking is not great there, admittedly, but the level of care you get is certainly worth it.

Do not have your loved one stay in this facility unless you put cameras to cover every inch of the…read moreroom. We had hidden cameras and proceeded to watch at least 6 employees steal from our loved one's room the night she passed away. The director did nothing but say he was embarrassed none of the employees were fired . There was a lot of concerning behavior going on and we caught it all on tape. Again I would not let anyone stay there with out have eyes on your loved one 24/7

Our 95 year old Mother lived independently until she required memory care and moved into ActivCare…read moreLaguna Hills. Mom LOVES her safe, secure and attentive environment. We appreciate the professionalism and communicativeness of the staff. It's a value for the services provided. We are in 24/7/365 gratitude and appreciation of ActivCare Laguna Hills.

My cousin Bertha is a happy and thriving resident at ActivCare Laguna Hills because of the staff. I…read moreknow this because of the multiple calls I receive in a day from Bertha and some of first words out of her mouth are " The people here are nice to me!" These words are so comforting to me since her parents left their special needs daughter in my care. Recently Bertha's mother passed away and this was soon after she had visited Bertha at ActivCare. After the loss of her mother, there was so much love shown to Bertha by all the staff. Marlene M. the program specialist would frequently call and update me on how Bertha was feeling during this very difficult time. Marlene has made my life so much easier in so many ways by letting me know what Bertha needs, updating me on the activities she participates in and those she does not and how she is feeling emotionally. She often goes in her room to make sure Bertha's closet and room are in order. I know Bertha is well cared for! Bertha is a social butterfly and she enjoys talking with others. I have often dropped by, unannounced, and seen Marlene and Bertha laughing and talking. Marlene also engages lovingly with other residents as well. She is such a kind and caring human being. I feel as though she is a part of Bertha's family. Thank you ActivCare for choosing such wonderful staff!!! Sincerely, Darlene D.

My mother was a resident for 6 years at Laguna Niguel, first in assisted living and then in memory…read morecare. She was always treated with respect and dignity and genuine interest in her daily life. The ladies of the front desk continually smile for the residents and their families and guests. The medical staff was attentive and kind even in difficult moments. The daily staff in all aspects had a smile and were ready to help with any request. I recommend Aegis with all my heart for their kind care.

My mom was diagnosed w/ vascular dementia in spring of 2023 and by late 2024 it became clear she…read moreneeded to be moved to a Memory Care home. After evaluating a few places in south Orange County, the family decided to move her into Aegis of Laguna Niguel. The property was very nice and clean, rooms a perfect size and the philosophy to focus on enrichment & stimulation via various activities aligned perfectly with what we were looking for in an assisted living home. To ease the transition from home the team invited my mom and step dad to numerous events around Thanksgiving and Christmas. Every time mom entered the home she would smile as staff and residents would say "hi". Mom was set to move in early January but it became clear by mid-December we needed to move her in earlier, which Aegis quickly pivoted to helping make happen. One day after we had furnished her room in late December and one day before we moved in she fell at home and fractured her hip. Several days after her fall the family made the difficult decision to suspend all interventional treatment and begin end of life care. Mom was transported to Aegis of LN to her room and would spend the last days of her life there in hospice care. While the entire saga was very sad the family can't say enough of the ENTIRE (!!) team at Aegis of LN that helped us from beginning to end. They seamlessly pivoted from welcoming a new long term resident to one that would stay but a brief time. Their coordination with us, the hospital and hospice was simply amazing. Many thanks to Kurt and Marti for introducing us to the facility along with Ingrid, Andrew, Aileen, Jacqueline for their support and care...and everyone else that touched our lives in those last few days. We could see through these interactions that this is more than a job but a calling for all of you. If this is how you treat a loved one in your care for a week we can't imagine what you would have done for mom longer term. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

If you're reading yelp reviews of SNF's, I feel for you+yours and sending all my good energy to the…read morefamily. Secondly, you probably already know that almost all of these facilities suck and are many flavors of sketchy. NOT this place. The Orchards gives off a whole different and positive vibe from the start when you walk in the main entrance. Everything is clean, actually clean, even the patient bathrooms, closets, behind the doors, everywhere is clean. The ratio of staff to patients is SO MUCH better than other facilities my family member has been too. I believe there's maximum 50 patients. The bedrooms are next level. They have 4-5 options ranging from a shared room with two people, to completely private with your own bathroom and living room/lounge area, obviously at a higher price point. But even the shared bedrooms are awesome as they have a closet/cabinet that divides the room, not just a sheet. Makes it so much better to have that division. ***Most importantly the Rehab staff is AMAZING!!!*** The amount of effort and thought they put into the individuals rehabilitation program is far greater than any other facility we have been to. They aren't trying to milk the process and allow people to just sit doing non productive activities just so they can bill for it. They're constantly assessing and evolving the game plan as they go. 10/10 best team of therapists. hands down. bar none. The staff communicates extremely clearly and reach out if they have pertinent info in regards to my family members health, progress, and well being. Which is something I've never experienced, usually I have to track people down and it's like pulling teeth to get answers or info. The food is good, and comparably to other places it's the best menu I've seen. Don't get me wrong it's not gourmet living but they have solid options. When you see a plate of food, it actually looks a cooked meal, not school lunch slop. They also have off menu items like sandwiches and what not if your family member is a picky eater. If you got this far in my Mega novel of a review then you obviously are deep in the process and looking for answers. Again, sending you all my good energy and if you can get your family member into The Orchards, don't hesitate and end up in another depressing SH**hole, pull the trigger and give your family member the best chance at success. Much love -Rich

My mother spent two weeks at The Orchards for rehabilitation after breaking her hip, and we could…read morenot be more grateful for the outstanding care she received. Every single staff member was wonderful and truly went above and beyond. Sara K, Elizabeth (Liz), and Dee were exceptional--compassionate, attentive, and always making sure my mom felt cared for and supported. Heather, Fiona, and Lisa were equally amazing in PT and OT; their expertise, encouragement, and dedication played a huge role in her recovery. Our only regret is that we can't return on a private-pay basis to continue PT/OT, because my mom left stronger than when she arrived. Thank you to the entire Orchards team for your kindness, professionalism, and exceptional care. We highly recommend The Orchards. Thank you again!